Description
Inks Lake Campground offers nearly 200 sites across multiple loops, with a range of amenities. Many of the campsites are on the water, and—miracle of miracles—people who stay here tend to actually observe quiet hours. Sites are well-kept and you can choose a primitive backpacking site, a site with water and/or electricity, or even a mini-cabin. The only catch is that you need to book well in advance for spring and summer stays.
Notable Camping Spots
- Best for peaceful water access: The Central Loop is the closest to Devil’s Waterhole and the farthest from boat traffic.
- Best for comfort: Twenty-two cabins, including two ADA-accessible cabins, offer bunk beds and air conditioning but no water or restrooms.
- Best to escape the crowds: Nine primitive campsites requiring a mile-and-a-half hike in offer solitude, though you must bring water and ground fires are prohibited.
Activities
Offered near the campground.
Biking
The biking trails at Inks Lake State Park are primarily all-mountain and downhill trails. There are three trails available that...Read more
Boating
On the lake, you can boat and water ski! Be aware of your surroundings, as there are marked areas for no wake zones for paddling.
Fishing
Inks Lake is the perfect place for successful fishing in Texas. Find sunfish, catfish and several species of bass. There are tw...Read more
Hiking
At Inks Lake State Park there are 9 miles of hiking trails through shady forests and across rocky hills. Definitely check out P...Read more
Paddling
Bring your own gear or rent paddle boats, canoes, one- to two-person kayaks, life vests and paddles at the park store.
Swimming
Since the lake’s level stays pretty constant, swimming is available year round at Inks Lake! Just be aware there are no lifegua...Read more
Wildlife watching
Inks Lake State Park is home to ancient geology, and a wide variety of native plants and animals. There is an abundance of mamm...Read more
Terrain
Natural features you'll find at Inks Lake Campground.
15 Reviews
Great park + campgrounds less than 1.5 hr from Austin. Our site was beautiful + near the lake + felt private considering how close to the bathrooms + trails. Popular park so try to go during the week, but even when busy, easy to find less traveled trails + some peace + quiet.
Very crowded park on the weekend. The lake is awesome!
It's very very busy!
Their cabins need to be updated BAD!
Favorite place to camp!
Close enough to hop over to Longhorn Caverns and take a tour or a nearby cave system but still head back for lunch or dinner. Hiking trails are available and, depending on the weather, the lake could be fun to take a dip in. It can get crowded as it isn't a large state park and doesn't have a ton of campsites so it's always important to call well in advance and see what's available.
Just got back from Inks Lake and not impressed. Maybe it is a fall thing, but our camp site was full of sand/grass spurs! Nothing like camping in the middle of cacti! We were on site 94. We tried to get rid of them, but realized it was over run and we would never see the end. I thought our tent would be fine, but took one step in without shoes only to have them go right through the bottom. We didn't want to leave so we ended up buying carpets at a walmart to cover the floor. Otherwise, I was afraid they would puncture our air mattresses. I am surprised no one has mentioned them. My poor feet and hands are just sore from getting stuck all weekend. It is quiet and they rent canoes and kayaks.
Took a quick camping trip this weekend to Inks Lake and set up camp right next to the lake. Rented kayaks from the boathouse and easily rowed over to Devils Waterhole to enjoy swimming and cliff jumping. The hiking trails were easy but beautiful, and my three year old loved being able to lead us on our trek since he is normally strapped to our back. Close to Longhorn Caverns. Loved this small park - such a gem.
We discovered Ink's Lake through an outing organized Southwest Teardrop and Vintage Campers. It is just over an hour from our home. Although we were there on a busy summer weekend, we were impressed by the facilities including a well stocked store. Our site was on the way to the Devils Water Hole, on one of the inlets. We were visited by Canadian geese and ducks as well as the numerous friendly squirrels. We plan to return soon.
- Park
- Inks Lake State Park
- State
- Texas
- Country
- United States
- Phone Number
- (512) 793-2223
- Directions
- View on Google Maps
- Official Website
- View Website
- Coordinates
- 30.737° N, 98.369° W
- $10/night
- Tent Only - Hike In: 9 Sites (Up to 4 people per site)
- $15/night
- Tent / RV / Trailer: 182 Sites (Up to 8 people per site)
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