State Parks Near Lakeway, Texas
10 state park units lie within 50 miles of Lakeway. The closest is Pedernales Falls State Park, about 17 mi west of town. 2 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Pedernales Falls State Park17 mi west
- Within 25 miles
- 2of 10 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 74 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 01 with free entry
State parks near Lakeway, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Lakeway; driving distance is usually longer.
Pedernales Falls State Park
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Pedernales Falls State Park →McKinney Falls State Park
The park supports rock climbing, mountain biking, historic sites, swimming, and biking. For overnight stays there are 81 campsites across 2 camping areas (RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, group camping, and showers).
Hours, fees and rules for McKinney Falls State Park →Longhorn Cavern State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Longhorn Cavern State Park →Blanco State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, fishing, and hiking. Overnight options include 29 campsites across 5 camping areas, with RV sites with full hookups and showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Blanco State Park →Inks Lake State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Inks Lake State Park →Lockhart State Park
Popular activities here are golf, historic sites, swimming, biking, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Lockhart State Park →Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites, swimming, biking, fishing, and hiking. On the water side, there is a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site →Bastrop State Park
Visitors come for historic sites, swimming, biking, fishing, and hiking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool.
Hours, fees and rules for Bastrop State Park →Guadalupe River State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, and biking.
Hours, fees and rules for Guadalupe River State Park →Honey Creek State Natural Area
The park supports hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Honey Creek State Natural Area →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Lakeway
- Pedernales Falls State Park 17 mi west · 69 campsites
- McKinney Falls State Park 20 mi southeast · 81 campsites
- Blanco State Park 32 mi southwest · 29 campsites
- Inks Lake State Park 35 mi northwest · 169 campsites
- Lockhart State Park 39 mi southeast · 20 campsites
+ 2 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Lakeway
- McKinney Falls State Park 20 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Blanco State Park 32 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Inks Lake State Park 35 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Bastrop State Park 45 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Swimming near Lakeway
- Pedernales Falls State Park 17 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- McKinney Falls State Park 20 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Blanco State Park 32 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Inks Lake State Park 35 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Lockhart State Park 39 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 3 more in the list above
Hiking near Lakeway
- Pedernales Falls State Park 17 mi west · Hiking trails listed
- McKinney Falls State Park 20 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- Longhorn Cavern State Park 32 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Blanco State Park 32 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Inks Lake State Park 35 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Lakeway
- Pedernales Falls State Park 17 mi west · Fishing listed
- McKinney Falls State Park 20 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- Blanco State Park 32 mi southwest · Fishing listed
- Inks Lake State Park 35 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Lockhart State Park 39 mi southeast · Fishing listed
+ 3 more in the list above
Free state parks near Lakeway
- Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site 39 mi west · No entrance fee listed
Questions about state parks near Lakeway
What is the closest state park to Lakeway?
Pedernales Falls State Park is the closest, about 17 miles west of Lakeway in a straight line. Next are McKinney Falls State Park and Longhorn Cavern State Park.
How many state parks are near Lakeway?
10 state park units are within 50 miles, and 2 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Lakeway have camping?
7 parks list camping, the nearest being Pedernales Falls State Park, McKinney Falls State Park and Blanco State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Lakeway?
None of the parks listed here say dogs are allowed. Check each park page before bringing a pet.
Are there free state parks near Lakeway?
1 park list no entrance fee: Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site. Camping and some activities can still cost extra.
State parks near other cities
- Near Austin, TX14 mi east
- Near Georgetown, TX28 mi northeast
- Near New Braunfels, TX46 mi south
- Near Killeen, TX52 mi north
- Near Fredericksburg, TX53 mi west
- Near San Antonio, TX70 mi southwest
- Near Kerrville, TX72 mi west
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.