August 18, 2025 - The Rec Hall, group lodges, and cabins will be closed for renovations starting on August 18, 2025. Renovations are expected to take about 18 months. Watch for road closures and follow signs for your safety.
Save the Day Passes
Many parks fill to capacity on weekends and holidays. Pre-purchase a day pass and guarantee your entry and parking. Day passes are:- Valid until 10 p.m., unless the park closes earlier.
- Available up to 1 month in advance.
- Not transferrable to another person or park.
- Also sold at the park, if available.
Driving Directions
From Austin: HWY 183 north to Brownwood. Take Hwy 279 North for 15 miles. Turn right on Park Road 15 for 6 miles to Park Headquarters.From Brownwood: Take Hwy 279 North for 15 miles. Turn right on Park Road 15 for 6 miles to Park Headquarters.
From Dallas: Take I 30 West to Hwy 377. Take Hwy 377 South to Brownwood. Take Hwy 279 North 15 miles. Turn right on Park Road 15 for 6 miles to Park Headquarters. OR; Take I 20 West to HWY 206, go south to Cross Plains, take HWY 279 south for 18 miles. Go left on Park Rd 15. From Abilene: Take Hwy 36 East to Cross Plains. Take Hwy 279 South for 18 miles. Turn left on Park Road 15 for 6 miles to Park Headquarters.
Lake Brownwood State Park, TX






