Lake Tawakoni 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
- 79 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(903) 560-7123
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Holiday HoursPark headquarters will be closed during the following times: • 10 a.m. on Nov. 26 to 8:15 a.m. Nov. 27, 2026 • 10 a.m. Dec. 24 to 8:15 a.m. on Dec.… (more)
Park headquarters will be closed during the following times: • 10 a.m. on Nov. 26 to 8:15 a.m. Nov. 27, 2026 • 10 a.m. Dec. 24 to 8:15 a.m. on Dec. 26, 2026 Please make reservations online or use the self-pay station. Camping Loop Closures The White Deer Reach camping loop and restroom will be closed from Jan. 4 through Jan. 7, 2027. The Spring Point camping loop will be closed from Jan. 25 through Jan. 28, 2027. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • Noon on Oct. 30 to noon on Nov. 2 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
Lake Tawakoni State Park is a 395-acre park in Hunt County, about 5 miles southeast of West Tawakoni.
Popular activities here are mountain biking, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are 79 campsites across 5 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. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. We often reach capacity, and 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 (Day Use) | $5 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult (Day Use): $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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Hookup Campsites (30/50 amp) Campsites 47-51 and 68-78, in the Spring Point Camping Loop. One vehicle and one trailer or two vehicles can park at a campsite. Excess vehicles must park in an overflow area at a fee of $3 per vehicle, per night. | 16 | Water; 30/50 amp electricShowersPicnic tableFire ringLantern postRV & tent allowedMonthly rate available from Nov. - Feb. | $24 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee $623 Monthly Non-peak |
| Campsites with Electricity (30/50 amp) Campsites 52-67 in the Spring Point Camping Loop. One vehicle and one trailer or two vehicles can park at a campsite. Excess vehicles must park in an overflow area at a fee of $3 per vehicle, per night. | 16 | Water hookup; 30/50 amp electricShowersBack-inPicnic tableFire ringLantern postRV & tent allowedSpring Point Camping Loop | $22 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (30 amp) These sites are in the White Deer Reach Camping Loop. One vehicle and one trailer or two vehicles can park at a campsite. Excess vehicles must park in an overflow area and pay $3 per vehicle, per night. Site 13 is accessible with a wheelchair-friendly picnic table, raised fire pit and paved walkways. | 44 | Water; ElectricityPicnic tableOutdoor grillFire ringLantern post | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (Accessible) These are campsites 38 (30-amp electric) and 39 (50-amp electric) in the White Deer Reach Camping Loop. The sewage hookup is further away than at most sites - two 20-foot hoses will be needed. One vehicle and one trailer or two vehicles can park at a campsite. Excess vehicles must park in an overflow area at a fee of $3 per vehicle, per night. | 2 | Campsites with Electricity (Accessible)ShowersADA accessiblePicnic tableLantern postFire ring with raised grill | $24 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp | 1 | No WaterNo vehicles allowed~100 yard hike to campsitePicnic tablesSix lantern hooksTrash can | $42 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Choose from full hookup sites or sites with water and electricity. Two sites have accessible features such as a level camping pad, restrooms nearby, ADA picnic table, grill, and fire ring. Or reserve our primitive group campsite (for up to 48 people).
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingFishingHikingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingWinter sportsCamping
Trails
The park has nearly five miles of trails to explore.
Boating and paddling
Bring your own kayak or canoe, or rent one of our kayaks. Rentals, including paddles and lifejackets, are available at a self-service kiosk on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fishing
Lake Tawakoni is a 37,879-acre reservoir. Fish the lake from shore or boat, or try our kid fish pond. You don’t need a fishing license to fish from shore in a state park.
- Amenities: Four-lane boat ramp and fish cleaning station.
- Fish species: Striped and hybrid striped bass, white bass, catfish, crappie and largemouth bass
- Borrow fishing gear at headquarters to use in the park.
- Read through these Water Safety Tips before your visit.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fish cleaning station
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
- 10822 FM 2475
Wills Point, TX 75169 - Nearest town
- West Tawakoni — about 5 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 32.8419, -95.9937
- Phone
- (903) 560-7123
- LakeTawakoniSP@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