South Llano River 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
- 67 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(325) 446-3994
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 Flooding ClosuresOct. 5, 2026 - The South Llano River has changed course. The water may contain debris and hazards. Please use caution during any river recreation.… (more)
Oct. 5, 2026 - The South Llano River has changed course. The water may contain debris and hazards. Please use caution during any river recreation. Closures Oct. 14, 2026 - The 0.16-mile trail connecting the River Trail and the Buck Lake Trail is closed. Construction Notice June 10, 2026 - Utility construction is underway in the park. Expect noise, construction traffic on the roadways, and possible road or lane closures. Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 5 p.m. on Oct. 19 to 2 p.m. on Oct. 22 • 5 p.m. on Nov. 2 to 2 p.m. on Nov. 5 • 5 p.m. on Nov. 22 to 2 p.m. on Nov. 25 • 5 p.m. on Nov. 30 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 4 • 5 p.m. on Dec. 14 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 17 • 5 p.m. on Dec. 27 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 30 • 5 p.m. on Jan. 25 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 29 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
South Llano River State Park is a 2,742-acre park in Kimble County, about 4 miles southwest of Junction.
Visitors come for mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, fishing, and biking. The official site lists about 22.7 miles of trails. Overnight options include 67 campsites across 3 camping areas, with 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 | Daily | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily.
Office Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity Sites #1-56 | 56 | Water hookup; 30 amp hookupShowersPicnic table | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Campsites with Water (Walk-in) Walk in 30 - 70 yards to these sites. | 6 | Water nearbyShowersPicnic tableFire ringChemical toilets | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) These sites are at least 1.5 miles from the trailhead. | 5 | Picnic tableComposting toilet in areaNo ground fires allowed | $10 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Most campsites have water and electric hookups, and a restroom with showers nearby. Our six walk-in sites have water and a restroom with showers nearby, while the five primitive hike-in sites have a chemical toilet nearby, but no water.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
FishingHikingBikingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Trails
Whether on foot or two wheels, explorers will enjoy the 22.7 miles of trails. Trails range from easy to difficult, and cross river bottoms, steep ridges and wooded areas in between.
Rugged back country trails offer solitude even on the busiest weekend. Whether you’d like a moderate hike or a more challenging mountain bike ride, expect great views and a very different experience than in the park’s lowlands.
Boating and paddling
The park has two miles of river frontage, and multiple put-in and take-out points for tubers along the way. We rent tubes, or you can bring your own.
We have one designated place for paddlers to park and put-in. Bring your own canoes or kayaks, or rent locally.
Bloody Bucket Kayaks and Canoes offers shuttle services and kayak and canoe rentals. Call (432) 296-0831 to learn more.
Fishing
Try your luck at fishing! You do not need a fishing license to fish within park boundaries.
Ask at headquarters about borrowing fishing gear to use in the park.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Drinking water: not available (stated by the park)
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.
Getting there
- Address
- 1927 Park Road 73
Junction, TX 76849 - Nearest town
- Junction — about 4 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 30.4406, -99.8075
- Phone
- (325) 446-3994
- SouthLlanoRiverSP@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)
- Photo: South Llano River State Park - Flickr - joncutrer.jpg — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Jonathan Cutrer from San Angelo, Texas, United States
“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