Purtis Creek State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Open daily; hours not posted
- Entrance fee
- $5 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 69 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(903) 425-2332
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Area ClosuresThe primitive area and Beaver Slide Trail will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Oct. 23 to noon on Oct. 24 • 10 p.m. on Jan. 8 to… (more)
The primitive area and Beaver Slide Trail will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Oct. 23 to noon on Oct. 24 • 10 p.m. on Jan. 8 to noon on Jan. 9 • 10 p.m. on Jan. 22 to noon on Jan. 23 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Purtis Creek State Park is a 1,537-acre park in Henderson County, about 7 miles east of Mabank.
Things to do include canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, biking, and fishing. Water access includes a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 69 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites with electric and water 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 | Open daily (hours not posted) | ||
| Office | Not stated | 8:15 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. | — |
| Entrance gate | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily
Park office: 8:15 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Gates open: 6 a.m. – 10 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. Busy Season: March through November and every first Monday 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 | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity | 56 | Water hookup; Electric hookupShowersPicnic tableLantern post | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) You'll hike in at least .65 miles (the loop is 1.7 miles). | 13 | No WaterFire ring with grill | $10 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Choose from 59 campsites with water and electricity, five walk-in tent sites, or 13 primitive hike-in sites.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingBoatingFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Boating and paddling
Bring your own boat. We allow 50 motorized boats on the lake at a time, with an “idle only” speed limit and a no-wake policy.
Bring your own kayak or canoe, or rent one of our kayaks. Rentals, including paddles and lifejackets, are available at a self-service kiosk on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fishing
Our 355-acre lake is a bass fishing destination, but fishing is not all we offer. Come to swim, boat, paddle, camp, explore nature or relax. We’re just an hour southeast of Dallas.
Things to Do
You’ll find plenty to do at Purtis Creek State Park. You can boat, hike and bike, camp, geocache and picnic. Rent our picnic pavilion for your next gathering.
Fish
Our lake features bass, catfish and crappie. Check the links below for more information. We have fishing piers, fish cleaning stations and boat ramps. You do not need a fishing license to fish here.
You can purchase a night fishing permit at the park for $2 per person plus the $5 entry fee. The permit expires at 6 a.m. You don't need this permit if you are camping in the park.
Read more from the park
Take your family fishing! We lend rods, reels and tackle boxes for use in the park.
- Fishing and lake information for Purtis Creek State Park Lake
- Fishing Regulations for Purtis Creek State Park Lake
- Fishing Tip Sheet | PDF
- Water Safety
Hike and bike
Tackle the 4.1-mile Wolfpen Hike and Bike Trail. The 1.7-mile Beaver Slide Nature Path takes you along the lakeshore. Or explore the short, easy Solar Trail along the dam. Get information about all our trails on our Trails Information page.
Contact us to ask about our all-terrain wheelchair, available for your use in the park.
Shop
The park store sells supplies, outdoor equipment, bait and gifts.
Get involved
We need your help! Ask at headquarters or visit our Volunteer page.
Support state parks by donating to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation.
Ranger Programs
We offer guided hikes, paddling basics classes, nature programs and more. Ask about special programs for groups. See our Events page for upcoming programs.
Kids: Borrow a Junior Ranger Explorer Pack for your visit at the park store!
Area Attractions
Athens offers museums, restaurants and more. Stop by the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, a TPWD site that showcases aquatic life and sport fishing.
The many attractions of Dallas are 60 miles northwest of the park.
Other nearby activities:
- Fish the nearly 33,000-acre Cedar Creek Reservoir.
- Scout for wildlife along the Lake Tyler Loop of the Great Texas Wildlife Trails.
- Shop at First Monday Trade Days in nearby Canton.
- Fishing Tip Sheet | PDF
- Water Safety
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
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
✓ 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
Headquarters
Park headquarters has designated ADA parking and a ramp to the entrance from the inbound side. The building has some accessibility features but is not fully ADA compliant.
Reserve our all-terrain wheelchair to use in the park for free! Call (903) 425-2332 between 8:15 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to reserve the chair for your visit. Reservations are taken in the order in which they are received.
Restrooms
Restrooms at headquarters have large stalls with handrails.
The restrooms in the day-use area near the group pavilion are accessible.
The camping loop restroom has designated parking and a cement path to the building. Restrooms have stalls and showers with accessible features.
The Green Trail trailhead restroom is ADA accessible with a cement pathway from designated parking and accessible shower and restroom facilities.
Read more from the park
Day-use Area
The day-use area has designated ADA parking spaces and is generally flat, level terrain.
The playground is not fully accessible, but has an ADA-compliant swing.
The fishing pier is wheelchair and stroller friendly, but lacks an improved path from the parking area.
The group picnic pavilion has a smooth concrete surface, and a raised grill.
Hiking
All hiking trails except for Beaver Slide trail are level and wheelchair or stroller friendly for a total of 4.5 miles. The trail surface is unimproved, so wet conditions may affect accessibility.
The Solar Walk trail is paved and flat, however there is not an accessible entrance to the trail. The trail is most easily accessed from the parking lot near the beginning of the Wolfpen Hike and Bike Trail. From here, you will need to cross rough, uneven ground between the parking lot and the trail.
Camping
Campsite #46 is accessible with an extended picnic table, raised grill and a sidewalk from the parking area to the picnic table pad.
The camping loop fishing pier is wheelchair accessible, however the short level path from the parking lot is unimproved dirt.
For more information about trails and the park’s points of interest, visit the trails information page.
Conditions can change quickly. Contact the park for more information and to ask about the status of particular accessible features. Call the Reservation Center to reserve an accessible campsite (1-800-389-8900).
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 14225 FM 316 N.
Eustace, TX 75124 - Nearest town
- Mabank — about 7 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 32.3538, -95.9935
- Phone
- (903) 425-2332
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Entrance gate: Daily 6 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)
- 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