Choke Canyon State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $5 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 49 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(361) 786-3868
Official page last checked Oct 30, 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 Boating NoticesJuly 26, 2026 - Due to lake levels: • Exercise extreme caution when operating watercraft on the lake due to current Frio River conditions at the 99… (more)
July 26, 2026 - Due to lake levels: • Exercise extreme caution when operating watercraft on the lake due to current Frio River conditions at the 99 and Mason Point boat ramps. • You may launch below the concrete ramp when conditions are safe. Please watch for debris in the water and launch at your own risk. • The following boat ramps are currently open: • Calliham • South Shore • Mason Point • Hwy. 99 Unit Closures The South Shore unit will be closed on the following dates: • 5 p.m. on Nov. 30 to 10 p.m. on Dec. 3 The Calliham unit will be closed on the following dates: • 5p.m. on Jan. 4 to 10 p.m. Jan. 8 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Check back for updates or contact the park for more information.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In McMullen County, about 11 miles west of Three Rivers, Choke Canyon State Park covers about 3,096 acres.
Visitors come for winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp. Overnight options include 49 campsites across 3 camping areas, with RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
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. | — |
| Daily | 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Both units open daily, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Park headquarters open daily, 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations 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 30, 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 | $5 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $5 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 Sites have a fire ring and/or barbecue grill. Campsites #108, 109, 119, 120, and 134 are wheelchair accessible. | 40 | Water hookup; 50 amp hookupPicnic tableRestrooms nearbyCampsites 100-139 | $22 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Water (Walk-in) Walk in about 50 yards from the parking lot to this tent camping area. | 9 | Water nearbyPicnic tableOutdoor grillFire ringRestrooms nearby | $12 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp (Youth) Fee is $15 per eight people, per night. This primitive walk-in area has a capacity of 50 youth group members with adult supervision. Site has a covered pavilion for cooking. No water or toilets are available in the area. Located on the south side of the 75-acre lake with nearby access to boat ramp, day-use area, and drinking water. Must walk in to this site from the parking area. | — | No WaterPicnic tablesNo RestroomsFire ringsLantern posts | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Stay overnight at a campsite with water and electricity, walk-in tent site, or cabins. Sponsored youth groups can rent our group camp.
From the official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCampingWinter sports
Boating, paddling and fishing
Reel in largemouth bass and catfish from your boat or our shore! You do not need a fishing license to fish from shore in a state park.
Both units have boat ramps. Near the boat ramps, Calliham has fish cleaning shelters, a rock jetty and a bait shop.
Learn more about the 26,000-acre Choke Canyon Reservoir.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Fish cleaning station
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ 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
- 358 Recreation Rd. 8
Calliham, TX 78007 - Nearest town
- Three Rivers — about 11 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 28.4658, -98.3542
- Phone
- (361) 786-3868
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 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