Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, TX

January 29, 2025 - With the recent rains, the water wells at the park have recovered. Porta potties will be shut down on January 31 and restrooms and showers will be available.

Please continue to use water wisely when you visit. Bring your own drinking water or you can buy bottled water at headquarters.

January 3, 2025 - Burn ban in effect until further notice. No fires that produce an ember, ash, or spark. Visitors may use devices with an on/off switch that uses propane or similar product.

Prescribed burns are planned during this timeframe (October-March), depending on weather and other factors. Prescribed fire operations and associated smoke may impact your visit. Some camping areas, lodging facilities, trails, and day-use areas may be closed for public safety. Contact the park to learn how this may affect your stay.

Reservations required on weekends (Saturday/Sunday), school breaks and holidays. Recommended all other days.

The Summit Trail and all other elevated trails may be closed after any wet weather to preserve the natural features or for safety reasons. Updates on park conditions and trail closures can be found on the park’s Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram pages. Please call the park ahead of time with any questions.

The park gate opens at 6:30 am and closes at 8:00 PM. Only campers will be able to access the park once the gate is closed.

The park’s headquarters and check-in building closes at 4:30 PM. A self-pay and check in station is located at the front door of the headquarters building. All visitors arriving after 4:30 need to check in at this after-hours station.

AFTER OFFICE HOURS DAY USE: If you are coming into the park for a day entry visit after the park headquarters has closed, please check in at the self-pay station located at the front door of the headquarters building. If you have pre-paid your visit with the reservation system, please note the reservation number on the self-pay envelope, drop it in the box, and continue with your visit. If you have not pre-paid with the reservation system, you will need exact change or a check for payment.

AFTER HOURS CAMPING WITH A RESERVATION: Campers with a reservation should stop at the information board outside of the park headquarters for the Late Arrivals list. Follow the After-Hours Self Pay instructions posted. Place your reservation number in the space marked Park Pass, include your campsite #, number of people staying overnight, and contact information on the self-pay envelope.

AFTER-HOURS CAMPING WITHOUT A RESERVATION: Campers without a reservation should stop at the board outside of the park headquarters for information and to view the campsite availability map. You may select one of the sites listed on the availability map. If there is a sign posted stating No Vacancy, there are no campsites available even if a site is vacant. Follow the After-Hours Self Pay Instructions posted. Include your campsite #, number of people staying overnight, contact information, and pay the appropriate amount in cash or check.

FOR GROUP CAMP: There is no access from the main park to the Group Camping area. The gate to the Group Camp area is approximately 1 mile north of the park on RR 965 (towards Llano). A gate code is necessary for entry into the Buzzards Roost Group Camp. If arriving after hours, the group contact person must call or email the park by 4 PM on the day of arrival. All overnight customers arriving after-hours must register at the Park Headquarters by 9 AM the next morning.