Lake Tawakoni State Park
RV Guide

Various picnic tables are scattered throughout the park, most of which offer sweeping views of the beautiful Lake Tawakoni. Many of the tables are located near the swimming beach, with plenty of extra parking nearby. Restrooms can also be found in the area. For a more private picnicking experience, each campsite is equipped with its own personal table. If you find yourself running low on food or other supplies, the Lake Tawakoni Trading Post sells ice, snacks, cold drinks, firewood, and more.

If you're looking to explore the park uniquely during your RV getaway, consider heading out for a modern-day treasure hunt. Geocaching involves using GPS coordinates to uncover hidden spoils dispersed in various locations around the park. It's the perfect activity for the whole family, and all you'll need is a GPS enabled device, a pencil to sign your name once you find the booty, and a sense of adventure. Be sure to bring some small trinkets along as well to replace the treasure you take. Ask a park ranger for more details if you're interested in participating in geocaching during your stay.

With more than five miles of sandy shoreline, you won't want to forget to pack your bathing suit in the Airstream when you visit Lake Tawakoni State Park. Summer months can get extremely hot, so you'll be glad for the relief that the lake provides. A swimming beach is located on the east side of the park, and you could easily spend a whole day splashing in the water, soaking up some sun on the shore, or picnicking at one of the many tables located nearby. There are also two parking lots conveniently located in the area. If you prefer to be out on the water rather than in it, a four-lane boat dock is situated just across from the swimming beach.

Whether you're an avid hiker or just looking to stretch your legs after a long ride in the Class A, there are almost five miles of multi-use trails available at Lake Tawakoni State Park. Routes vary in length and difficulty, so hikers of all skill levels will be able to find a trail that suits them. Farkleberry Trail is an easy, half-mile hike that is able to connect to three other trails in the park. For a more challenging trek, check out Spring Point Branch Trail or the Osage Orange Trail.

Lake Tawakoni is home to a unique variety of wildlife, so don't forget to pack the camera and binoculars along in the pop-up. If you tread lightly along the park's trails, you may catch sight of a bobcat, beaver, armadillo, turtle, or mink. As always, be sure to practice wild animal encounter safety, and never approach or provoke any animals you come across. Birders can also enjoy the trails—over 200 species of birds have been spotted within the park, including a number of rare gulls, glaucus, long-tailed jaegers, and black-legged kittiwake. For your best chance at spotting any of these rare birds, head to the Spring Point Trail.

At nearly 40,000 acres, Lake Tawakoni is an angler's paradise. The most common catches from this large reservoir include catfish, white bass, and hybrid and striped bass. You also have a fair chance of reeling in both crappie and largemouth bass. You can cast out either from the shore or by boat on the lake itself, and youngsters looking to participate can try their luck in the kid's fishing pond located near the park entrance. There are also four boat ramps available for use, along with a fish cleaning station and fishing gear rentals for those who didn't pack their own tackle and poles along in the Sprinter. No fishing license is required in Texas state parks as long as you stick to casting out from the shoreline.

Both kids and adults can take part in one of the many ranger-led programs that Lake Tawakoni State Park offers throughout the year. Guided hikes, nature talks, and group activities are just a few examples of some of the programs that the park offers. For the young outdoor enthusiasts, Junior Ranger programs and workbooks are available. To learn about what events are taking place during your RV vacation, talk to a park ranger, or stop in the park headquarters.

Lake Tawakoni State Park has nearly five miles of multi-use trails just waiting to be explored. The longest and most satisfying loop for mountain biking is the Blackjack Trail. Named for the giant blackjack oaks that have dotted the route for more than 50 years, this moderate trail winds through a thickly forested area and is about one and a half miles in length. To extend your ride, both the Osage Orange Trail and the Farkleberry Trail connect to the loop. Spring and fall are the best times of year to take a ride through the park, as the temperatures are moderate and the park is less crowded.