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Corps Parks at Lake Georgetown


Overlook is a day use park open from 8:00 a.m. until sunset, with a disabled fishing platform and hiking trailhead. The shoreline at this area is steep and rocky, the water may be up to 85' deep.

Safety tips to remember while visiting Overlook Park:

  • Jumping and diving from the cliffs is prohibited, per Title 36, CFR 327.5(c).
  • Swimming is not allowed in restricted areas and is at your own risk.
  • Wear a personal flotation device and have one available even if you do not plan to be in the water.
  • Parking is limited. Cars not in designated (marked), paved spaces will be towed.
  • Be aware of native plants, such as Poison Ivy, Bullnettle and Flame Flower, that can cause painful skin irritations.
  • Do not leave vehicles unlocked. Hide valuables from view.
  • Plan to be clear of the area prior to sunset.

Think safety, It's up to YOU!

Cedar Breaks Park

Cedar Breaks Park has 64 campsites with water and electric hookups. Each site has an approximate 55' back in parking pad, covered picnic table,firering, and grill. Single sites accommodate up to 8 people per site with two pieces of camping equipment. Campers are limited to two vehicles per campsite pad. A $5.00 vehicle fee will be charged per extra vehicle and overflow parking is provided. A dump station is provided for the disposal of wastewater and the restrooms have hot showers and flush toilets. The gates close at 10:00pm and do not reopen until 6:00am the following morning. Cedar Breaks Park also has a day use area with 41 covered shelters. Day use hours are 6:00am - sunset. Day use fee is $5.00 per vehicle.

A valid pass, online payment, or camping reservation is required for entry into Cedar Breaks, Jim Hogg, and Russell Parks. Payment is no longer accepted in the gate houses at the parks. Payment or passes must be purchased online through Recreation.gov or by scanning the QR-codes when entering the park. Your vehicle license plate may be used to verify compliance.

USACE Annual Passes may be purchased online through Recreation.gov or by scanning the QR-Codes on signs near the front of our parks. Paper annual passes must be redeemed for a plastic hangtag at the park gate houses within 14 days of purchase. Gate houses are open Friday - Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (April - September). Gate house hours may be reduced during winter months. To find out more about where and when to pick up your pass, contact the Lake Georgetown Office M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at 512-930-5253.

Gate House Hours

Saturday - Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Jim Hogg Park

Jim Hogg Park has 148 sites with water and electric hookups. Each site has an approximate 55' back in parking pad, covered table, firering, and grill. Single sites accommodate up to 8 people per site with two pieces of camping equipment. Double sites accomodate up to 16 people per site. Campers are limited to two vehicles per single and four vehicles per double campsite pad. A $5.00 vehicle fee will be charged per extra vehicle and overflow parking is provided. A dump station is provided for the disposal of wastewater and the restrooms have hot showers and flush toilets. The gates close at 10:00pm and do not reopen until 6:00am the following morning.

A valid pass, online payment, or camping reservation is required for entry into Cedar Breaks, Jim Hogg, and Russell Parks. Payment is no longer accepted in the gate houses at the parks. Payment or passes must be purchased online through Recreation.gov or by scanning the QR-codes when entering the park. Your vehicle license plate may be used to verify compliance.

USACE Annual Passes may be purchased online through Recreation.gov or by scanning the QR-Codes on signs near the front of our parks. Paper annual passes must be redeemed for a plastic hangtag at the park gate houses within 14 days of purchase. Gate houses are open Friday - Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (April - September). Gate house hours may be reduced during winter months. To find out more about where and when to pick up your pass, contact the Lake Georgetown Office M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at 512-930-5253.

Gate House Hours

Saturday - Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Russell Park

Russell Park has 17 tent camping only and 10 Screened Shelter sites without electric and water hookups open year around. Each site has a covered picnic table, firering, and grill. Sites accommodate up to eight people and have parking for one vehicle in front of the site. Restrooms are running water with showers. The gates close at 10:00pm and do not reopen until 6:00am the following morning. Russell Park day use area has a swim area which features a washed pebble beach. There are 39 shelters in the day use area available at this time on a first-come, first-served basis. Only 10 of these shelters are located at the swim beach area . BBQ pits and pets are not allowed on the beach area. The Russell Park day use area is open March 1st to October 31st. Day-use hours are 6:00am - sunset. Day use fee is $5.00 per vehicle.

A valid pass, online payment, or camping reservation is required for entry into Cedar Breaks, Jim Hogg, and Russell Parks. Payment is no longer accepted in the gate houses at the parks. Payment or passes must be purchased online through Recreation.gov or by scanning the QR-codes when entering the park. Your vehicle license plate may be used to verify compliance.

USACE Annual Passes may be purchased online through Recreation.gov or by scanning the QR-Codes on signs near the front of our parks. Paper annual passes must be redeemed for a plastic hangtag at the park gate houses within 14 days of purchase. Gate houses are open Friday - Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm (April - September). Gate house hours may be reduced during winter months. To find out more about where and when to pick up your pass, contact the Lake Georgetown Office M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm at 512-930-5253.

Gate House Hours

Saturday - Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm

Tejas

Tejas Camp offers primitive camping that is accessible by vehicle. The park has 12 "tent only" and 1 "tent only" group area site with a picnic table, tent pad, and ground fire ring. Potable water is available at a central location within the park. Vault toilets are located near the park entrance. Each site will accommodate up to 8 people. There is a 14 day camping limit. CAMPERS MUST HAVE A RESERVATION PRIOR TO ARRIVAL.

Reservations for campsites can be made through (877) 444-6777 or www.recreation.gov .

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