Lake Whitney State Park
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Get away to the lake for the day or the weekend. -
We provide the fresh air and scenery; you make the family memories! -
Explore the prairie, with its wildflowers, grasses and oak mottes. -
Try your luck fishing from shore, pier or boat in the 23,500-acre Lake Whitney. -
Reserve a screened shelter, cabin or campsite for your visit. -
End your day in the park with a beautiful sunset!
Fishing, Family & Fun
Need to get away? Take a short road trip from DFW or Waco to the shores of Lake Whitney. You’ll find clear water, plenty of campsites, and a great place to relax with the family.
Things to Do
We offer water activities galore, from fishing and swimming to boating and skiing. On shore, you can explore our trails, see the stars, try geocaching, or set up camp. Rent our group recreation hall or camp for your next gathering.
A wide variety of wildlife lives in the park. Watch for deer, raccoons, snakes, armadillos and opossums. Wild turkeys and bald eagles have also been sighted here.
Read our Water Safety Tips before your visit.
Fishing
Fish for largemouth, striped and white bass, or bring home a prize blue catfish. Get detailed fishing and lake information for Lake Whitney.
The park has a boat ramp and a fish cleaning shelter. We also loan fishing gear for use in the park. You do not need a fishing license to fish from shore in a state park.
We hold an annual youth fishing tournament on the first Saturday in June.
Camping
Choose from campsites with water only, water and electricity, or full hookups. We also have screened shelters, many with a lake view.
Hiking and Biking
Explore our trails, or get in your steps on park roads. All trails are open to hikers and bikers.
While you are exploring, pay your respects to the Big Oak at headquarters and take in the view from Lake View Point.
Get involved
We need your help! Learn how to get involved by asking at headquarters or visiting our Volunteer page.
Support state parks by donating to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation.
Ranger Programs
We offer programs on the Nature and History of the park. Check our Events page for upcoming programs.
Kids
Become a Junior Ranger!
- Borrow an explorer pack, loaded with tools for exploring the park.
- Download the Lake Whitney Junior Ranger | PDF sheet. Complete tasks to earn a certificate.
Area Attractions
Lake Whitney State Park is in easy driving distance of three major cities, with museums, restaurants, shopping and more. Visit websites for Dallas, Fort Worth or Waco to learn more.
Only three miles from the park, Whitney also has shopping and restaurants.
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