About North Park
Overview North Park is only open Friday at 3pm until Sunday at 2pm April 1 - Sept 30. The Park is a primitive campground and each site comes with a picnic table, grill, fire ring, and access to the lake. Recreation Canyon Lake has become well known for boating, swimming, scuba diving, and so much more. Facilities Available facilities in the park include a vault restroom, 3 water fountains, 20 tent only campsites. Natural Features North Park is perched on top of a limestone bluff overlooking the beautiful blue waters of Canyon Lake. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (830) 964-3341. Nearby Attractions Charges & Cancellations The reservation system sets all change and cancellation fees.
How to Get There
North Park is located off FM 306 near the dam. From IH 35: Take FM 306 exit 191 located just west of New Braunfels. Travel west on FM 306 for about 18.5 miles until you get to North Park Road. Turn left onto North Park Road and follow it until you come to the park at the far end of the road. From US Hwy 281: Take FM 306 east about 16.5 miles until you get to North Park Road. Turn right onto North Park Road and follow it until you come to the park at the far end of the road.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →What to Pack for Your Stay
Tuned to the live forecast for this park.
👔 What to Wear
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UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)
Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
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Light shorts/skirt
Loose-fit, breathable.
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Wide-brimmed sun hat
Plus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
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Polarized sunglasses
Critical for glare from sun + sand/water.
🎒 What to Pack
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Water
Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
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High-energy snacks
A snack for the trail.
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Sun protection (UV 8)
SPF 50+ sunscreen, lip balm w/ SPF, sunglasses, sun hat.
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First-aid kit
Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
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Offline map
Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.
Plan Your Visit to North Park
Heading to North Park? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for North Park?
No central reservation system listed for North Park. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10130532) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to North Park?
North Park is located off FM 306 near the dam. From IH 35: Take FM 306 exit 191 located just west of New Braunfels. Travel west on FM 306 for about 18.5 miles until you get to North Park Road. Turn left onto North Park Road and follow it until you come to the park at the far end of the road. From US Hwy 281: Take FM 306 east about 16.5 miles until you get to North Park Road. Turn right onto North …
How do I contact North Park?
You can reach the park at phone: 830-964-3341 or email: N/A.
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