McKinney Falls State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Open daily; hours not posted
- Entrance fee
- $6 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 81 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(512) 243-1643
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. 11, 2026 - The park is under a burn ban. Wood fires are not allowed. You may use charcoal or containerized fuel (i.e. propane) for cooking.… (more)
Aug. 11, 2026 - The park is under a burn ban. Wood fires are not allowed. You may use charcoal or containerized fuel (i.e. propane) for cooking. Reservations Recommended We strongly encourage you to purchase day passes in advance for weekends, school breaks and holidays. Day passes sell out every weekend and holiday. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 718 acres, McKinney Falls State Park lies in Travis County, about 8 miles south of Austin.
The park supports rock climbing, mountain biking, historic sites, swimming, and biking. For overnight stays there are 81 campsites across 2 camping areas (RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent 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 | Open daily (hours not posted) | ||
| Entrance gate | Daily | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Not stated | 8 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center | Fri–Sun | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily.
Gate: 8 a.m.—10 p.m.
Office: 8 a.m.—4:15 p.m.
Visitor Center: Friday—Sunday: 9 a.m.—4 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. Check our Twitter feed, Facebook posts, or call us for updates.
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 | $6 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $6 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 (50/30/20 amp) | 12 | Water hookup; 50/30/20 amp hookupShowersPicnic tableTent padLantern postFire ring with grill | $24 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity (30/20 amp) Campsites 8 & 18, and campsites 62 & 65 are close to one another and ideal for group camping. | 69 | Water; 30/20 amp hookupShowersPicnic tableTent padLantern postFire ring with grill | $20 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
BikingFishingHikingHistoric sites and toursMountain bikingPicnickingRock climbingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Hike or bike nearly nine miles of trails. The 2.8-mile Onion Creek Hike and Bike Trail has a hard surface, good for strollers and road bikes. We have several all-terrain wheelchairs for use on the Onion Creek Trail; learn more on our Accessibility Information page.
Take the Rock Shelter Trail (only for hikers) to see where early visitors camped. You must cross the Lower Falls to reach the Homestead, Flint Rock and Williamson Creek Overlook trails - you may get your feet wet!
Be safe on the trails, no matter how you access them. Bring plenty of water and travel with a partner.
Swimming
Go fishing in Onion or Williamson creeks. You do not need a license to fish from shore in a Texas state park. Download our Fishing Tip Sheet.
Keep Onion Creek clean! The following items are not allowed in the Upper and Lower Falls areas:
- Food or snacks
- Alcohol or glass
- Coolers, ice chests, or thermal bags
- Pets in the water
- Speakers or music
- Frisbees, footballs, soccer balls, or other hard balls
Fishing
- Food or snacks
- Alcohol or glass
- Coolers, ice chests, or thermal bags
- Pets in the water
- Speakers or music
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Group facilities
- Drinking water: not available (stated by the park)
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- 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.
Accessibility
Assistive Chairs
The park has several all-terrain wheelchairs available for your use on the Onion Creek Hike and Bike Trail. These chairs are reservable from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Email us or call (512) 243-1643 to reserve a chair for your visit.
- Grit Freedom Chair
- EcoRover Trackchair
- Tandem Hiking Cart
Trails
Onion Creek Hike and Bike trail is an improved surface trail that parallels Onion Creek, before winding through the forest around the campground areas. This trail has a steep incline from the Visitor Center leading to the Upper Falls, before going through the day-use picnic area. None of the picnic sites are ADA accessible, but the ground is relatively smooth and flat in this area.
Access to the Homestead, Flint Rock and Williamson Overlook trails require creek crossing at the Lower Falls. When water levels are high, these trails may be closed.
Read more from the park
Facilities
The Smith Visitor Center is fully accessible with ADA parking in front, a ramp leading down into the building and accessible restrooms.
The Dining Hall (group hall with a kitchen) has an ADA parking space and ramp into the building, but the path is uneven and may not work for some wheelchairs. The inside of the Group Hall has an open dining space, and a kitchen. There is a concrete sidewalk leading from the covered patio on the side of the building, to the restrooms in the back of the building.
Cabin 6 is wheelchair-accessible with an extended picnic table and paved pathways, all designed for use with a wheelchair.
Campsites located closest to the shower houses are sites 18, 19, 20 or 84. Campsites located closest to the restrooms are sites 39, 40, 36 or 72.
The Big Cedar Restrooms and Grapevine Restrooms each have an ADA parking space and accessible stalls.
Conditions can change quickly. Contact the park for more information and to ask about the status of particular accessible features.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 5808 McKinney Falls Parkway
Austin, TX 78744 - Nearest town
- Austin — about 8 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 30.1807, -97.7220
- Phone
- (512) 243-1643
- McKinneyFallsSP@tpwd.texas.gov
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Entrance gate: Daily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
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