Notable campgrounds
- Tent and RV Sites: Choose a spot amid the natural beauty for traditional camping.
- Screened Shelters: Enjoy a rustic stay with the comfort of a sheltered space.
- Yurts: Experience a unique blend of camping and comfort in a cozy yurt.
Tips for snagging a campsite
- Book early, especially if planning to visit during the busy season from March to November.
- Check the park's reservation system regularly for cancellations to snag a spot.
- Consider weekday camping for better availability and a quieter experience.
- Explore nearby camping options if the park is at capacity.
When to go
The best time to visit Abilene State Park is from March to November when the weather is ideal for outdoor activities. However, it's also the busiest season, so plan ahead. The summer months can be hot, so if you prefer cooler weather, aim for spring or fall visits.
Know before you go
- Check the weather forecast and pack accordingly, as temperatures can vary.
- Reservations are highly recommended to ensure park entry and campsite availability.
- Swimming in the lake is at your own risk; review safety tips before diving in.
- Accessibility information is available for those with mobility concerns.
- Remember, fishing from shore in the state park does not require a license.
Abilene State Park
Abilene State Park: A Texas Haven for Nature Lovers and Adventure Seekers.
Tangles of red oak, elm, pecan, and cottonwood trees provide shade from the sweltering summer heat. What’s more, you can check out fishing equipment from a library! What’s not to love?
Aside from fishing, you can kayak, boat, or swim at Lake Abilene. Be sure to check their website because it’s subject to closures during times of drought. 4wd is necessary to launch boats under low water conditions. If the lake is closed you can still take a dip in the historic swimming pool, built in the early 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Get your recreation on in the horseshoe pit, volleyball pit, or basketball court. There’s also a large open field if you’d like to make up your own games.
Interested in spending the night? There are tent and RV sites aplenty (with full hookups). There are even yurts and a lake c
Tangles of red oak, elm, pecan, and cottonwood trees provide shade from the sweltering summer heat. What’s more, you can check out fishing equipment from a library! What’s not to love?
Aside from fishing, you can kayak, boat, or swim at Lake Abilene. Be sure to check their website because it’s subject to closures during times of drought. 4wd is necessary to launch boats under low water conditions. If the lake is closed you can still take a dip in the historic swimming pool, built in the early 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
Get your recreation on in the horseshoe pit, volleyball pit, or basketball court. There’s also a large open field if you’d like to make up your own games.
Interested in spending the night? There are tent and RV sites aplenty (with full hookups). There are even yurts and a lake cabins available.
Activities in the park
3 campgrounds in Abilene State Park
This 13-site plot also includes six additional sites in the Oak Grove Area. It has a restroom/shower facility nearby as well as picnic tables and both water and electricity hookups. There is also a rec hall, dump station and birdwatching tower just a short walk from the site, which might help explain why these sites are a bit more expensive than o Read more...
The northernmost campground in the park, Cedar Grove is the closest on the way to the Callahan Divide in Buffalo Gap, Texas where *cue guitar* “herds of buffalo (used to) roam and the deer and the antelope (used to) play”. This campground has 12 tent-only sites, max two tents per site, accommodated with picnic tables and water. Read more...
Tied for the least expensive campground in the park, along with Cedar Grove at $12 a night, this 35 site open-spaced communal area is primarily used for RV camping and tent overflow. There is no barrier between sites and picnic tables as well as fire rings are scattered ‘round the loop. Restrooms are close by, but in terms of bathing you’ll have t Read more...
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Notable campgrounds
- Tent and RV Sites: Choose a spot amid the natural beauty for traditional camping.
- Screened Shelters: Enjoy a rustic stay with the comfort of a sheltered space.
- Yurts: Experience a unique blend of camping and comfort in a cozy yurt.
Read more...Notable campgrounds
Tips for snagging a campsite
When to go
The best time to visit Abilene State Park is from March to November when the weather is ideal for outdoor activities. However, it's also the busiest season, so plan ahead. The summer months can be hot, so if you prefer cooler weather, aim for spring or fall visits.
Know before you go
Public campgrounds (book externally) —