Possum Kingdom State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $4 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 124 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(940) 549-1803
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Facility ClosuresJuly 9, 2026 - Cabins 1-6 will be closed December through February for renovations. March 3, 2025 - Our ADA kayak launch is closed for repairs.… (more)
July 9, 2026 - Cabins 1-6 will be closed December through February for renovations. March 3, 2025 - Our ADA kayak launch is closed for repairs. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Dec. 4 to 6 a.m. on Dec. 7 • 10 p.m. on Dec. 11 to 6 a.m. on Dec. 14 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Call the park or check back here for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Palo Pinto County, about 16 miles south of Graham, Possum Kingdom State Park covers about 1,542 acres.
The park supports historic sites, winter sports, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 124 campsites across 4 camping areas, including RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office — Headquarters | Daily | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
| Office — Park Store | Sun–Thu | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Mar 1 – Nov 30 |
| Fri | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Mar 1 – Nov 30 | |
| Sat | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Mar 1 – Nov 30 | |
| Fri–Sun | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Dec 1 – Feb 28 |
Official wording
Headquarters: Open daily: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Park Store, March through November, Sunday - Thursday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March through November, Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. March through November, Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. December through February: Open Friday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 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.
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 | $4 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity (Spanish Oaks) These sites are in the Spanish Oaks Camping Area and do not have tent pads. Peak rates are from March through November. | 21 | Water hookup; 20/30/50-amp electricityShowersPicnic tableFire ring with grillWaist-high grill | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee $20 Nightly Non-peak |
| Campsites with Electricity (Shady Grove) These sites are in the Shady Grove Camping Area and do not have tent pads. Only RVs that are 25 feet or less are allowed in this loop, due to space limitations. This campground usually closes for the winter and reopens on March 1. | 40 | Water hookup; 20/30/50-amp electricityShowersPicnic tableFire ring with grillWaist-high grill | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Water Some sites have water at each site and some share. These sites do not have tent pads and are in the Lakeview and Chaparral Trail camping areas. The Chaparral Trails Camping Loop is closed December - February. | 53 | WaterPicnic tableRestrooms nearby | $12 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Walk-in) Must walk in 50 to 150 yards. Bathrooms are about 1/2-mile away. These sites do not have tent pads. | 10 | Picnic tableFire ringLantern post | $10 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
BoatingHistoric sites and toursFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCampingWinter sports
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
- Fish cleaning station
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry 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.
Getting there
- Address
- 3901 State Park Rd. 33
Caddo, TX 76429 - Nearest town
- Graham — about 16 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 32.8736, -98.5593
- Phone
- (940) 549-1803
- PossumKingdomSP@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