Meridian State Park, TX

September 28, 2026 - Burn ban in effect until further notice. No ash-producing fires (wood or charcoal) are allowed. You may cook with containerized fuel stoves with a shut-off valve.

If arriving after the gate closes at 10pm, you must call the park at 254-435-2536 prior to 5pm for late arrival instructions. The gate code will be given to customers with a confirmed reservation. Quiet hours begin at 10pm; be as quiet as possible. All customers arriving after-hours must use the Iron Ranger upon arrival and register at the Park Headquarters by 9am the next morning.

FOR GROUP HALL:
If arriving late, the park will leave an envelope on the front door with late arrival instructions, the gate code and a park facility map. A key is left only if you have a paid reservation. Hosts cannot hold or give entry to locked facilities. All customers arriving after-hours must register at the Park Headquarters by 9am the next morning.

FOR SCREENED SHELTER:
Screened Shelters are only available to overnight late arrivals if you have a reservation. If arriving late, the park will leave an envelope on the front door with late arrival instructions, the gate code and a park facility map. A key is left only if you have a paid reservation. Hosts cannot hold or give entry to locked facilities. All customers arriving after-hours must register at the Park Headquarters by 9am the next morning.