Cooper State Park
Also known as Cooper Lake State Park, South Sulphur
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $5 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 132 campsitesAlso cabins, glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(903) 395-3100
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Burn BansAug. 28, 2026 - The South Sulphur Unit is under a burn ban. No wood fires are allowed. You may cook with charcoal on a grill (in safe, clear and… (more)
Aug. 28, 2026 - The South Sulphur Unit is under a burn ban. No wood fires are allowed. You may cook with charcoal on a grill (in safe, clear and supervised areas) and containerized fuel stoves. Boat Ramp Closure Oct. 13, 2026 - The Lone Pine Boat Ramp will be closed Oct. 31, 2026 for our Halloween event. The Tira Boat Ramp and the ramp at the South Sulphur Unit will remain open. Boat Ramp Notice Sept. 11, 2025 - The Honey Creek boat ramp at the South Sulphur unit is closed due to the low lake level. The boat ramps at South Sulphur in Gulls Bluff, the Tira Satellite boat ramp, and Lone Pine boat ramp at Doctors Creek Unit remain open. Trail Alert Trails close to horseback riders after rainfall. Check conditions before you come by calling the park. Park Closures The entire park will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. Jan. 8 to 8 a.m. Jan. 11 The Coyote Run trail at the South Sulphur unit will be closed (but equestrian trails will remain open): • 10 p.m. Dec. 4 to 8 a.m. Dec. 21 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Cooper State Park is a park in Delta County, about 2 miles southeast of Cooper.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, mountain biking, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 132 campsites across 11 camping areas (RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers). Roofed lodging includes cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office | Not stated | 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. | — |
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Both units are open daily.
Office Hours: 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Park Hours: 6 a.m. – 10 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 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 | $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 (50 Amp | Doctors Creek Unit) Sites #25 and 35 | 2 | Water hookup; 50 amp hookupPicnic tableOutdoor grillFire ringRestrooms nearby | $30 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (50 Amp | South Sulphur Unit) Located in Bright Star loop. Some sites are back-in, some are pull-through. Six of the sites are designated as ADA accessible. | 42 | 50 amp hookupPicnic tableFire ringLantern postRestrooms nearby | $30 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (30 Amp | Doctors Creek Unit) These sites are in the Liberty Grove area: 1-5, 7, 11-24, 26-34, 36-42. Campsite #6 is ADA-accessible. | 36 | Water hookup; 30 amp hookupPicnic tableOutdoor grillFire ringRestrooms nearby | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (30 Amp | South Sulphur Unit) Located in Deer Haven loop. Some sites are back-in, some are pull-through. Six sites are designated as ADA accessible. | 31 | Water hookup; Electric hookup; 30 amp hookupPicnic tableFire ringLantern postRestrooms nearby | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Water (Walk-in | South Sulphur Unit) Sites are in the Oak Grove Camping Area. There is one water spigot for every four campsites. No motor homes, trailers, or pop-ups allowed. Campsites are ~100 yards from parking. | 15 | Water nearbyPicnic tableFire ringLantern postRestrooms nearby | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Double Campsites with Electricity (30 Amp | South Sulphur Unit) These are two side-by-side campsites; each site has all the normal site amenities. | 3 | Water; 30 amp hookupTwo picnic tablesTwo fire ringsTwo lantern posts | $50 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Double Campsites with Electricity (50 Amp | South Sulphur Unit) These are two side-by-side campsites; each site has all the normal site amenities. | 1 | Water; 50 amp hookupTwo picnic tablesTwo fire ringsTwo lantern posts | $60 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (Doctor's Creek - Premium Tent Only Sites) Sites 1 and 3 in Granny's Neck. Tents are allowed in your area. There is one shaded slab, unfurnished, electricity inside. There is no indoor plumbing, restrooms within walking distance. This site type does not accommodate RVs, travel trailers, motorhomes, pop-ups, etc. | 2 | ElectricityShade shelterRestrooms nearbyTents only8 people max (including children/infants) | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp (Doctors Creek Unit) Contact the park to reserve. Restricted to nonprofit youth group organizations; no individuals or adult groups allowed. Maximum of 48 people, youth and adults combined. Three sites with picnic tables, grills and fire rings sit around a common open area. Distance to potable water and parking is approximately 250 yards. Distance to nearest restroom is approximately 1/3 of a mile. | — | $75 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee | |
| Excess Occupancy Fee | — | $10 Per Person Plus daily entrance fee | |
| Excess Vehicle Parking Single campsites for eight people have room for two vehicles; double campsites for 16 people have room for four vehicles. We will assess the excess vehicle fee for any additional vehicles. | — | $4 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingHorseback ridingHikingFishingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCampingWinter sports
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
- Fish cleaning station
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
- Glamping or camper cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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
- 95 Park Road 8154
Cooper, TX 75432 - Nearest town
- Cooper — about 2 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 33.3487, -95.6637
- Phone
- (903) 395-3100
- CooperSP@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
- Photo: Cooper Lake State Park Texas swimming hole.jpg — Public domain (US federal government work), U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, photographer not specified or unknown
“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