AUSTIN— As part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s next wave of reopenings designed to restart the economy during the coronavirus pandemic, Texas State Parks will resume limited overnight camping beginning Monday, May 18.
“After careful consideration, we are taking this additional step towards returning to normal operations in our parks by resuming some overnight camping at Texas State Parks,” said Carter Smith, Executive Director of TPWD.
This gradual reopening of overnight reservations will be limited at all state parks to varying degrees depending on individual park occupancy in order to align with safe business practices currently followed in Texas.
Some existing reservations will be honored, but to prevent overcrowding, manage continued social distancing and safeguard public health, no new reservations can be made for now.
“As overnight campers are welcomed back to their favorite natural spaces, our team will continue maintaining the cleanliness of frequently used facilities such as campsites, cabins and restrooms to ensure that visitors, volunteers and staff can continue to enjoy Texas State Parks safely,” he said.
TPWD recommends visitors continue to adhere to local, state and federal travel restrictions and other guidance for safety and social distancing before traveling. All visitors are required to pre-purchase and print camping permits through day-use and overnight the Texas State Parks Reservation System before traveling to a park. All reservations can be made online at www.texasstateparks.org or by calling 512-389-8900.
Existing social distancing standards and public health effect including the recommendations remain in mendation to wear face coverings and bring one’s own supply of hand sanitizer.
State parks will also continue the requirement of a six-foot distance from individuals outside of their party, including the prohibition of the gathering of groups larger than five that are not part of the same family or household.
Visitors planning on coming to a state park are encouraged to bring all necessary provisions, such as hand sanitizer and face masks, with them in order to help local businesses have enough goods to properly serve their communities during this time. This will also help park staff have necessary supplies available for all guests during their stay.
Park visitors should check the TPWD website Park visitors should and Texas State Parks Alert Map for the latest information.
Granger Lake
Will offer overnight camping on a limited basis starting Wednesday. Contact office at (512) 859-2668.
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