August 5, 2026 - The park is within an infested zone for the new world screwworm. For the safety of animals and to prevent the spread of this dangerous pest:
- Horses must be inspected before leaving the park. Please call park headquarters at (325) 949-4757 at least 24 hours before your visit to ask about TAHC requirements and schedule an inspection.
- If bringing pets into park, use caution and inspect daily for cuts, wounds, and signs of infestation.
If you see animals with unusual wounds or maggots, do not move them. Let someone know where you saw them:
- For pets/livestock: Contact park staff or the Animal Health Commission at (737) 900-7455.
- For wildlife: Contact park staff or call (512) 389-4505.
PARK HUNT DATES:
Oct. 23-25, Nov. 20-22
All trails South of the Burkett Trailhead and the Isabel Harte and Red Arroyo Camping Areas will close at 5pm the day before the first day of the hunt and will reopen at 8am the day after the hunt ends.
Nov. 3-5, Dec 1-3
All trails North of the Burkett Trailhead and the North Concho and Riverbend Camping Areas will close at 5pm the day before the first day of the hunt and will reopen at 2pm the day the hunt ends.
Jan. 12-14
All trails north and west of the Red Arroyo Camping Area, and Isabel Harte, North Concho, and Riverbend Camping Areas will close at 5pm the day before the first day of the hunt and will reopen at 2pm the day the hunt ends.
December 4, 2025 - Lower Ghost Camp Trail is closed due to flood damage. Observe closure signs for your safety.
April 3, 2026 - The park is replacing several drinking fountains with updated, accessible water bottle fill stations. Drinking water may be unavailable at trailheads during this project. Please use caution around construction areas and comply with posted signs and fencing.
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:
$4 per day, per person 13 and older.
OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION:
Entrance Gates are open 6:00am – 10:00pm
South Shore Gatehouse Hours are 8:30am – 4:30pm daily.
North Shore Gatehouse Hours are 8:30am – 4:30pm daily, as staffing allows.
Red Arroyo, Isabel Harte Primitive Area, Limited Use cabins, and the Lakeview Day Use Area are closest to the South Shore Gate.
Bald Eagle and North Concho Campgrounds are closest to the North Shore Gate.
If you will be a late arrival, you must call the park prior to 5pm on arrival date for late arrival instructions - 325-949-4757 option 4.
Interpretive Tour Fees: Petroglyph, Permian Era Tracks, Longhorn, Bison, Dave Macey's Grave & Star Gazing. Contact Park for more information or reservations 325-949-4757.
Access to 40+ miles of multi-use trails from either N. or S. entrance. Watering troughs located throughout trails. Camping also available. Park has a small portion of the Texas Bison herd and official Texas Longhorn herd.
PHYSICAL ADDRESS OF THE PARK:
362 S. FM 2288 SAN ANGELO, TX 76901
PARK PHONE NUMBER: 325-949-4757
Notes
FOR SOUTH SHORE RESERVATIONS:
If you know in advance that you will be arriving after 4:30 pm, please call the park at 325-949-4757 option 4, for information and instructions. If arriving after the park and gate(s) has closed, there are after hour's telephone numbers posted on the kiosk. The kiosk is approximately 200 feet from the gate that crosses the driveway, on the other side of the gatehouse.
FOR NORTH CONCHO - CAMPSITE EQUESTRIAN ELECTRIC/CAMPSITE EQUESTRIAN PRIMITIVE
If you know in advance that you will be arriving after 4:30 pm, please call the park at 325-949-4757 option 4, for information and instructions. If arriving after hours, travel 200 yards north to the Bald Eagle campground entrance. The kiosk is approximately 150 yards from the gate that crosses the driveway, to the right of the gatehouse.
FOR BALD EAGLE - CAMPSITE ELECTRIC/CAMPSITE PRIMITIVE:
If you know in advance that you will be arriving after 4:30 pm, please call the park at 325-949-4757 option 4, for information and instructions. If arriving after the park and gate(s) has closed, there are after hour's telephone numbers posted on the kiosk. The kiosk is approximately 150 yards from the gate that crosses the driveway, to the right of the gatehouse.
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