Bonham State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $4 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 22 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(903) 583-5022
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Holiday HoursThe park will remain open throughout the holidays. The office will be closed during the following times: • Thanksgiving, Nov. 26, 2026 - Closing at… (more)
The park will remain open throughout the holidays. The office will be closed during the following times: • Thanksgiving, Nov. 26, 2026 - Closing at 10 a.m. • Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2026 - Closing at 10 a.m. • Christmas Day, Dec. 25, 2026 - Closed all day If you plan to visit during this time, please make reservations online or use the self-pay station at park headquarters. Hydrilla Alert Sept. 1, 2025 - The lake is infested with hydrilla, an invasive plant that creates large mats of vegetation across the surface of the water. We are working on controlling and removing the hydrilla, but it can affect swimming, fishing and boating. Please remember to always clean, drain and dry your boat! Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Bonham State Park is a 302-acre park in Fannin County, about 4 miles southeast of Bonham.
Visitors come for mountain biking, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 75 miles of trails. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 22 campsites across 4 camping areas (RV sites with full hookups, tent sites, group camping, and showers).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Not stated | 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily. 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Office Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m We often reach capacity; reservations are highly recommended for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center, before you visit.
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 | $4 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $4 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under: Free • School-Sponsored Group: Contact the Park
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; reservations are highly recommended 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Hookup Campsites Campsites #1 and 2. Tents and RVs are allowed at these sites. | 2 | Sewer hookup; Water spigot; Electric hookup (30/50-amp)ShowersBack-inPicnic tableFire ringUpright grillLantern holder | $26 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity Campsites #3-14. Tents and RVs are allowed at these sites. All sites except #13 are back-in. | 12 | Water spigot; Electric hookup (20/30/50-amp)ShowersPicnic tableFire ringUpright grillLantern holder | $22 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (Tent Only) Tent campsites #15-21. Maximum of two tents per tent pad and one vehicle per campsite. Additional vehicles must park in parking lot. | 7 | Water spigot; Electric hookup (20-amp)ShowersTent padPicnic tableFire ringUpright grillLantern holder | $17 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp This area has six campsites; each with a picnic table, upright grills and water spigot. Groups can gather at the large fire pit and group of picnic tables. Check group site availability and make reservations by calling (512) 389-8920. | 1 | Water at each site | $85 Daily Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Choose from 20 campsites ranging from full hookups to tent sites with water and electricity. Or book our group camp, with six sites for up to 50 people. Restrooms with showers are across from headquarters.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingHistoric sites and toursFishingHikingBikingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Explore 8.75 miles of trails, open to hikers and bikers: Visit our Trails Information page.
Learn about the park’s plant life on the easy 1.3-mile Lake Loop Trail. Or explore the CCC’s legacy on the challenging 2.7-mile Bois d’Arc Trail.
Boating and paddling
Bring your own watercraft or rent one of ours. We rent paddle boats, kayaks and canoes from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, weather permitting.
Fishing
Drop a line in the 65-acre Bonham State Park Lake. Bring your own gear or borrow ours (line and pole only). You’ll need to provide your own bait.
We have a fishing pier and boat ramp. The lake has a 5-mph speed limit.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Group facilities
- Drinking water: not available (stated by the park)
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Group camping
✓ 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
- 1363 State Park 24
Bonham, TX 75418-9285 - Nearest town
- Bonham — about 4 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 33.5467, -96.1448
- Phone
- (903) 583-5022
- BonhamSP@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