Palo Pinto Mountains State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $7 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 48 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(254) 672-5684
Official page last checked Oct 30, 2026. Details last changed Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert Trail ClosureOct. 27, 2026 – The part of Tucker Lake Trail that crosses the dam is closed due to work on the dam. There is a detour through the Russell Creek… (more)
Oct. 27, 2026 – The part of Tucker Lake Trail that crosses the dam is closed due to work on the dam. There is a detour through the Russell Creek Equestrian Campground. Visiting the Park March 1, 2026 - The park is open, but final touches are ongoing and you may see construction activities. Observe signs for your safety. The park may reach capacity on weekends and holidays. Make reservations online before you visit to guarantee entry. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Visiting the ParkMarch 1, 2026 - The park is open, but final touches are ongoing and you may see construction activities. Observe signs for your safety. The park may… (more)
March 1, 2026 - The park is open, but final touches are ongoing and you may see construction activities. Observe signs for your safety. The park may reach capacity on weekends and holidays. Make reservations online before you visit to guarantee entry. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Palo Pinto Mountains State Park is a 4,871-acre park in Palo Pinto County, about 8 miles northeast of Ranger.
Things to do include horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp and a fishing pier. Overnight options include 48 campsites across 4 camping areas, with RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, 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 | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Not stated | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The park may reach capacity on weekends and holidays. Make reservations online before you visit to guarantee entry. Trails may close due to wet weather or poor conditions. Call if you have questions.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 30, 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 (13 years or older) | $7 |
| Child (12 years old or younger) | Free |
Official wording
• Adult (13 years or older): $7 Daily • Child (12 years old or younger): 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
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
Make reservations online before you visit to guarantee entry.
The park may reach capacity on weekends and holidays.
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 These sites are in the Warbler Ridge campgroun | 23 | Water; Electric 20/30/50 ampShowersPicnic tableFire ring with grillPlayground nearby | $30 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Water (Walk in) These sites are in the Painted Stick camping area. | 12 | Water nearbyPicnic tableFire ring with grillVault toilet nearby | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) You must hike about 2 miles to these campsites. No campfires allowed. You may use propane stoves for cooking. | 13 | No WaterComposting toilet nearby | $12 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Excess Vehicle Fee | — | $3 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
From the official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingHorseback ridingHikingFishingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
Water
- Boat ramp
- Fishing pier
- Fish cleaning station
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
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
- 100 Park Road 77
Strawn, TX 76475 - Nearest town
- Ranger — about 8 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 32.5350, -98.5567
- Phone
- (254) 672-5684
- PaloPinto.MountainsSP@tpwd.texas.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 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 30, 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