Lockhart State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $3 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 20 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(512) 398-3479
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 Burn BanAug. 13, 2026 - The park is under a burn ban. No ash-producing fires are allowed. You may cook with containerized fuel stoves. Headquarters Closure… (more)
Aug. 13, 2026 - The park is under a burn ban. No ash-producing fires are allowed. You may cook with containerized fuel stoves. Headquarters Closure The headquarters office will close at 3 p.m. on Oct. 18, 2026. Partial Trail Closure The CCC Trail and Caddy Trail will be closed from Oct. 20 - Oct. 25, 2026 for a special event. Golf Course Closure The golf course will be closed Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026 for a special event. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Caldwell County, in Lockhart, Lockhart State Park covers about 264 acres.
Popular activities here are golf, historic sites, swimming, biking, and fishing. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool. Camping is available: 20 campsites across 3 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups 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 | 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. | Mar 1 – Sep 30 |
| Not stated | 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Oct 1 – Feb 28 |
Official wording
Open daily, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Office hours, March 1 to Sept. 30: 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. (except Wednesday when the office closes at 5 p.m.) Oct. 1 to Feb. 28/29: 7:30 a.m. – 5 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.
Swimming Pool: Pool season is Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
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 | $3 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $3 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 These sites can now accommodate RVs up to 40 feet, and are in the Fairway View Camping Area. You must purchase pool tickets and golf green fees separately; they are not included with your camping fee. | 10 | Water hookup; Sewer hookup; Electric hookup; 30 amp hookup; 50 amp hookupShowersCovered picnic tableFire ringUpright grillDump station available | $24 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity These sites are in a wooded area with large trees along a creek and are in the Clear Fork Creek Camping Area. You must purchase pool tickets and golf green fees separately; they are not included with your camping fee. | 10 | Water hookup; Electric hookup; 30 amp hookupShowersPicnic tableFire ringUpright grillDump station available | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Excess Vehicle Parking | — | $5 Per Person Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Reserve a campsite with water and electricity or full hookups.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingHistoric sites and toursFishingGolfHikingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Walk or bike our trails to see the wild side of the park. Stroll the easy Clear Fork Trail for views of the creek, plants, wildlife, and check dams built by the CCC to create fishing holes. Or hike the short but challenging Persimmon Trail. • Download the Trails Map | PDF • Explore via our Interactive Trails Map
Fishing
Anglers catch sunfish, catfish and bass in Clear Fork Creek. You do not need a fishing license to fish here. We loan fishing gear to use in the park. It's free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Water
- Swimming pool
Camping
- RV dump station
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
Recreation
- Golf course
✓ 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.
Accessibility
Lockhart State Park has an all-terrain wheelchair you can borrow to use in the park. Reserve it online for your visit - it is free! The fully accessible Group Hall has a wheelchair-friendly side entrance and handrails in the restroom. The ground surrounding the Rec Hall may be rough or uneven. The inside of the Rec Hall is spacious with wide doorways. A chair lift is available at the pool. Please let park staff know if you need assistance. The pool area restrooms are not fully wheelchair accessible.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 2012 State Park Road
Lockhart, TX 78644-9716 - Nearest town
- Lockhart
- Coordinates
- 29.8554, -97.6977
- Phone
- (512) 398-3479
- LockhartSP@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