Spring Camping in Texas

Discover the best spring camping across Texas. Welcome the new season with spring camping. Wildflowers bloom, waterfalls surge, and nature awakens.

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South Llano River State Park

Junction

Spring transforms the Hill Country into a canvas of bluebonnets and wildflowers that carpet the riverbanks, while mild temperatures invite endless tubing and hiking without summer's scorching heat.

4.8(103 reviews)

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Lyndon B. Johnson State Park And Historic Site

Stonewall

Bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush blanket the rolling hills each spring, transforming the landscape into the wildflower spectacle that inspired President Johnson himself.

4.7(701 reviews)

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Brazos Bend State Park

Houston

Spring awakens the wetlands with blooming wildflowers and active alligators emerging from winter, while mild temperatures transform the oak-shaded trails into a birder's paradise.

4.6(69 reviews)

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About Spring Camping in Texas

Spring camping in Texas offers an unparalleled outdoor experience as the Lone Star State awakens from its mild winter with spectacular wildflower displays, perfect temperatures, and abundant wildlife activity. From the dramatic canyons of Palo Duro in the Panhandle to the coastal wetlands of Brazos Bend near Houston, Texas transforms into a camper's paradise between March and May.

Best Time

The prime spring camping season in Texas runs from mid-March through May, with peak wildflower displays typically occurring in late March and early April, especially in the Hill Country and Central Texas regions. March offers the best bluebonnet viewing at locations like Muleshoe Bend and LBJ State Park, while April brings comfortable temperatures across the state before summer heat intensifies.

Season Highlights

Wildflower displays
Flowing waterfalls and streams
Mild, comfortable weather
Fewer crowds than summer

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Palo Duro Canyon State Park

Canyon

Wildflowers blanket the canyon floor in spring while moderate temperatures transform the challenging Lighthouse Trail into an accessible adventure through 250 million years of layered red rock formations.

4.5(71)

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area

Spicewood

Bluebonnets carpet the trails in late March and early April, transforming the rugged Hill Country landscape into a sea of purple while temperatures hover in the comfortable 70s.

4.4(54)

Hueco Tanks State Park And Historic Site

El Paso

Spring transforms the Chihuahuan Desert into a blooming canvas of wildflowers while temperatures hover in the comfortable 70s—prime conditions for scaling world-class boulders and hiking to ancient pictographs without summer's scorching heat.

4.6(30)

Lake Mineral Wells State Park And Trailway

Mineral Wells

Spring transforms the limestone cliffs and rolling trails into a wildflower showcase, while mild temperatures make rock climbing and water activities comfortable before summer's intense heat arrives.

4.5(91)

Fort Parker State Park

Mexia

Spring transforms the lake shores and woodland trails into a wildflower showcase, with bluebonnets and Indian paintbrush blooming against crystal-clear waters while temperatures hover in the comfortable 70s.

4.5(100)

Purtis Creek State Park

Eustace

Springtime transforms the dense East Texas woodlands into a serene retreat where wildflowers carpet the forest floor and mild temperatures beckon anglers to the no-wake lake at sunrise.

4.4(107)

Wolf Creek (Navarro Mills Lake)

Purdon · Navarro Mills Lake

Spring transforms the shoreline into a canvas of bluebonnets and Indian paintbrushes while mild temperatures draw bald eagles and record-breaking white crappie to the lake's waters. Fewer crowds during shoulder season mean you'll have prime fishing spots and bird-watching trails mostly to yourself.

4.3(123)

Clear Springs (Tx)

Texarkana · Wright Patman Lake

Spring transforms Wright Patman Lake's shores into a temperate haven where wildflowers bloom along forest trails and waterfalls swell with seasonal rainfall. Fewer crowds mean you'll claim prime lakeside spots for launching boats at sunrise or watching herons fish in the shallows.

4.5(1163)

Buckhorn Creek

Jefferson · Lake O' The Pines

Spring transforms the East Texas Piney Woods into a tapestry of blooming dogwoods and redbuds, while mild temperatures invite paddling and fishing on Lake O' the Pines.

4.5(880)

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Wildflower viewing and photographyHiking scenic trails and canyon routesBirdwatching and wildlife observationFishing in rivers, lakes, and streamsKayaking and canoeingRock climbing and bouldering

Tips & Recommendations

1Reserve campsites at least 3-4 months ahead for popular Hill Country parks during wildflower season, as sites book quickly for March and April weekends.
2Texas State Parks require reservations through the official website, and day-use permits may be needed at capacity-limited parks like Hueco Tanks.
3Pack layers for spring's variable weather—mornings can be cool in the 50s while afternoons reach the 80s, and sudden cold fronts can drop temperatures 20-30 degrees.
4Bring rain gear and secure tents well, as spring thunderstorms can arrive with little warning and strong winds.

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We've ranked 15+ spring campgrounds in Texas based on wildflowers, weather, and accessibility. Top options feature blooming landscapes and rejuvenated waterfalls.

Spring camping season in Texas typically runs March through May, though opening dates vary by location and elevation. Mountain campgrounds may open later due to snowmelt.

Texas offers excellent spring camping with wildflower displays, flowing waterfalls, comfortable temperatures, and fewer crowds than summer. It's perfect for hiking and photography.

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South Llano River State Park

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park And Historic Site

Brazos Bend State Park

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