Balmorhea State Park, TX

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FACILITY OFFERING:

Camping

Day Passes

Tickets

Description

For further information about this park, Click here

Services & Amenities:

Within Park

Basketball Net/Court
Camping
Dump Station
Food Service - Seasonal
Headquarters/Ranger Station
Hot Showers
Observation Decks
Overnight Lodging (Cabins/Motels/Barracks)

Park Store
Parking
Picnic Area
Playground
Ranger Station
Restrooms
Swimming - Pool
Trails - Nature/Interpretive

Alerts and Important Information

December 5, 2024 - Burn ban in effect until further notice. You may use containerized fuel stoves (i.e. propane) for cooking or charcoal. No wood may be used in the fire rings or pedestals.

Online reservations for overnight accommodations will close at 4:30 PM.

If your plans change, please modify or cancel your reservation as soon as possible to allow someone else to enjoy the park.

DAY USE FEE: $7 per person, age 13 and older. Day use fee not required for guests of the San Solomon Courts.

OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION: Office is open 7 days a week, from 8am to 5pm. Gate is open 7 days a week from 8am to 7:30 PM or sunset, whichever comes first.

VISITATION CAPACITY: To ensure visitor safety and the preservation of significant natural and cultural resources at Balmorhea State Park, day-use visitation is limited to 650 visitors per day.
We do not accept Walk-ins for Daily Entrance once capacity limit has been reached.

POOL INFORMATION:
Pool steps are slippery and caution needs to be used when entering and exiting the springs. Spring-fed pool hours are from 8 am to 7:30 pm (or sunset, whichever comes first) year-round. Pool bathhouses close 30 minutes before pool closing.

Swimming is not allowed in the canals.
No lifeguards on duty. Swim at your own risk.
Children 14 years of age or younger must be supervised by a parent, legal guardian, or other responsible adult over the age of 17 years at all times.

Pool floats are allowed, but they must be soft-sided, inflatable, and no larger than 8 ft. long and 4 ft. wide.
Paddles, oars, and motorized devices of any kind are not allowed in the pool.

No cooking, pets, or glass containers in pool area.
No grills or tents allowed in the pool area. Pop-up covers are allowed.

Scuba instructors must show proof of insurance before diving. Scuba divers must show proof of certification and sign a Diving Agreement before diving and all divers must have a partner. All divers must pay a $5 per person activity fee. Learn more about swimming and diving in the pool here.

For other questions please view the Balmorhea FAQs here.

FISHING: No fishing is allowed in the park.

PARK PHONE NUMBER: 432-375-2370

Day Passes - Important Information

We do not accept Walk-ins for Daily Entrance after we have met our visitation capacity.

Notes

The park has an automated gate that remains open during the park hours from 8 AM till 7:30 PM or sunset, whichever comes first. Following the park closure, access in and out of the park will be via gate code only. Those that make overnight accommodations will receive the gate code via their automated conformation email or will receive the code at the HQ building during check in. Guests wishing to camp will need to call the park during office hours (8am -5pm) to make arrangements or book online and receive the park gate code if arriving after sunset. All guests reserving overnight accommodations will need to pick up swimming pool wrist bands before entering the pool.

FOR RVs WITHOUT A RESERVATION:
If arriving after hours, refer to the after-hours board in front of the HQ office for your site assignment (or your email confirmation if booked online) or the Available Sites list. Do not park is sites that display a red "R" on the site flip card as these have been reserved by customers. All customers arriving after-hours must register and complete the payment process at the Park Headquarters by 9am the next morning. It is imperative that you park in the space you reserve! Parking is limited, additional vehicle fees will apply. Guests using the back-in sites will need vehicles to be disconnected from RV’s and parked in the designated RV parking lot. For after-hours emergencies, call 432-249-9908 or 432-755-1186.

FOR LODGE:
Arrival after 5 pm will require guests to enter a 4 digit code into the key lock box on the unit to gain access. Door codes will be emailed to guests once they call the park to confirm reservations and pay the cleaning deposit. For after-hours assistance, call 432-249-9908 or 432-755-1186.

Contact Information:

Mailing Address:

Balmorhea State Park
9207 TX-17
TOYAHVALE TX 79786

Phone Number:

Information: (432)375-2370