Balmorhea State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $7 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 34 campsitesAlso lodge or inn rooms
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(432) 375-2370
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert Screwworm AlertJune 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do… (more)
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian. For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Reservations RecommendedJan. 1, 2026 - We strongly encourage you to purchase day passes in advance for the summer months, weekends, school breaks and holidays. Day passes… (more)
Jan. 1, 2026 - We strongly encourage you to purchase day passes in advance for the summer months, weekends, school breaks and holidays. Day passes often sell out throughout the summer. Online reservations for overnight stays close at 4:30 p.m. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Balmorhea State Park is a 762-acre park in Reeves County, about 35 miles southwest of Town of Pecos.
Visitors come for historic sites, swimming, hiking, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool. Overnight options include 34 campsites across 4 camping areas, with RV sites with electric and water hookups, group camping, and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers lodge rooms.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Office | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
| Other | Day passes: 8 a.m. - close 3 p.m. - close | ||
Official wording
Park hours: 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. or sunset, whichever comes first.
Office hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Day passes: 8 a.m. - close 3 p.m. - close
Overnight stays: 2 p.m. - close Early entry not allowed. You will be asked to return at your reservation's entry time. We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. Reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit. Check the park's Facebook page for updates. Read more about visiting the pool on our Balmorhea FAQs page. Busy Season: Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend and other holidays.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult | $7 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $7 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under: Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity (Back-In) These sites are 30 amp only. Check-in time is 2 p.m. Early entry not allowed. | 18 | Water hookup; Sites 1, 3-11, 18-19: 20/30 amp service; Sites 12-17: Tent only, 20/30 amp service; Cannot use a converter to support 50 ampShowersPicnic tableOutdoor grillFire ringSites 1, 3-11, 18-19: 20/30 amp serviceSites 12-17: Tent only, 20/30 amp serviceCannot use a converter to support 50 amp | $20 Nightly |
| Campsites with Electricity (Pull-Through) Tents are not allowed in pull-through campsites. Many sites have a shelter over the picnic table; sites 22, 24,31, and 34 do not. All sites have 20/30/50 amp service. Check-in is at 2 p.m. Early entry is not allowed. | 15 | Water hookup; 20/30/50 amp serviceShowersPicnic tableOutdoor grillFire ringSites 2, 21-3420/30/50 amp service | $30 Nightly |
| Group Campsite Guests arriving with trailers must unhook their tow vehicles and park in the parking lot at the camping area entrance. An additional vehicle fee will apply to all reservations with more than two vehicles (one towing vehicle and one RV is an example of two vehicles, as well as one motor home and a motorcycle). Max of four vehicles. Guests must park in the spots they reserved. Hammocks must be stand-alone and may not be attached to the shade structure or trees. The gate code for park access will be sent in the confirmation email. Front gate is auto open when exiting, but to re-enter please… | 1 | $35 Nightly | |
| Excess Vehicle Parking | — | $6 Daily |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Historic sites and toursHikingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Swimming
The pool is open daily; swimmers pay only the park entry fee. No lifeguard is on duty.
Swimmers younger than 15 must be supervised at all times by a parent, legal guardian, or other responsible adult over the age of 17. Pets are not allowed in the fenced pool area.
- Learn more about swimming and scuba diving in the pool.
- Visit our Balmorhea FAQs page.
- Read our swimming safety tips before you visit.
More than 15 million gallons of water flow through the pool each day, gushing from the San Solomon Springs. The pool is up to 25 feet deep, covers 1.3 acres, and holds 3.5 million gallons of water. The water temperature stays at 72 to 76 degrees year-round.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Swimming pool
Camping
- RV dump station
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Group camping
Lodging
- Lodge or inn rooms
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 9207 TX-17
Toyahvale, TX 79786 - Nearest town
- Town of Pecos — about 35 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 30.9450, -103.7867
- Phone
- (432) 375-2370
- BalmorheaSP@tpwd.texas.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology