Meridian 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
- 24 campsitesAlso cabins, glamping or camper cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(254) 435-2536
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Bosque County, about 4 miles southwest of Meridian, Meridian State Park covers about 504 acres.
Visitors come for historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 24 campsites across 5 camping areas, with RV sites with full 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Daily | 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Office Hours: Open daily, 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 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 | $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 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 Campsites #1-8 in the Crosstimbers Campground are pull-through and best suited for RVs over 20 feet long. | 8 | Water; Sewer hookup; Electric hookupShowersPull-throughPicnic tableLantern postFire ring with fold-away grillWaist-high grill | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Electricity No RVs over 19 feet allowed at these sites. Campsites #9-15 in Crosstimbers Campground are best for small pop-ups, tents and vans. | 6 | Water hookup; Electric hookupShowersPicnic tableFire ring w/grillSome also have an upright grill | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites Primitive campsites #24-31 in Shinnery Ridge West are for tent camping only. Area is rolling woods with easy access to Lake Meridian. | 8 | No potable water in this areaPicnic tableLantern postFire ring with fold-away grillUpright grillRestrooms are 200 yards - one mile away. | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp This is site #32 in the Cottonwood Cove Campground. No RVs or camping trailers allowed. | 1 | No WaterPicnic tablesOutdoor grillFire ringLantern postTent camping onlyMax. of six tents | $56 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp (Youth) Sponsored youth group area is rented to adult-supervised youth groups, and is located in the Cedar Ridge Campground. | 1 | Water nearbyFire ringRestrooms nearby | $54 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Choose from primitive up to full hookup campsites. Gather your group at one of our group camps.
We also have screened shelters and three cabins.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingHistoric sites and toursFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Explore five miles of trails on foot. The 2.2-mile Bosque Hiking Trail circles Lake Meridian, taking you past limestone outcroppings and scenic overlooks. If you are quiet, you might catch a glimpse of wildlife, too. A portion of the Shinnery Ridge Trail is accessible for wheelchairs.
- Check out our Interactive Trail Map
- Download our Trails Map | PDF
Boating and paddling
A vending machine at the lakeside offers single kayak rentals.
Fishing
Try your luck fishing in the no-wake lake. We provide shoreline access and an ADA-accessible fishing pier. We loan fishing gear for use in the park. You do not need a license to fish from shore, pier or boat at Meridian State Park.
Look up detailed fishing and lake information for Lake Meridian.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
- Glamping or camper 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
- 173 Park Road #7
Meridian, TX 76665 - Nearest town
- Meridian — about 4 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 31.8908, -97.6976
- Phone
- (254) 435-2536
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