Inks Lake State Park

Name: Cowboy Coffee
Start: 2026-11-07T08:30:00-06:00
Location: Inks Lake State Park

Texas State Park · Burnet County

⚠️ Burn Ban

Oct. 14, 2026 - The park is under a burn ban. No ash producing fires including wood or charcoal. You may use containerized fuel stoves (i.e. propane) for cooking only.

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Screwworm Alert
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas.
Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian.
For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.

Park Closures
Some hiking trails, some campsites in the west loop area, and the Primitive Campsites will be closed on the following dates:
5 p.m. on Dec. 3 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 6
5 p.m. on Dec. 14 to 2 p.m. on Dec. 17
5 p.m. on Jan. 4 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 7
5 p.m. on Jan. 11 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 14
5 p.m. on Jan. 18 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 21
Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates.
Contact the park for more information.

Reservations Recommended
We strongly encourage you to make reservations in advance for weekends, school breaks and holidays. Day passes and camping sell out every weekend and holiday.
Check back for updates.

🔥 Burn ban in effect

HoursSee the full hours below

Entrance fee$7 / adult

CountyBurnet

Elevation900 ft

CampingYes

RV hookupsElectric & water

Cabins / lodgeYes

Book a campsite Directions Official TPWD page Park map Trail map Log a visit

Inks Lake State Park entrance fee

$7 per adult

Inks Lake State Park hours

Open daily,

6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Headquarters & Park Store:

Open daily,

8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Inks Lake State Park

Sparkling blue water, pink granite outcrops, and the famous Devils Waterhole swimming area. Paddle the scenic lake coves, hike trails through rocky hills, and watch spectacular Hill Country sunsets.

Things to do

🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🛶 Paddling
🏊 Swimming
🎣 Fishing
⛵ Boating
🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Showers
🛖 Cabins
👥 Group Sites
🛝 Playground
🚤 Boat Ramp
🚐 RV Dump Station
♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

⚡ Electric & Water
💧 Water Only
⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

Campsites with Electricity
Campsites with Electricity (Tent Only)
Campsites with Water
Primitive Campsites (Hike-in)

Facility rentals

Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.

Pavilion
Amphitheater

Trails

Bluebonnet Trail 0.6 mi · Moderate
Upper Angler’s Trail 0.5 mi · Easy
Lower Angler’s Trail 0.5 mi · Easy
Lake Trail 1.5 mi · Easy to Moderate
Pecan Flats Trail 1.8 mi · Moderate
Valley Spring Creek Trail 0.9 mi · Easy
Woodland Trail 2.2 mi · Moderate
Devil’s Backbone Nature Trail 1.3 mi · Moderate
Devil’s Waterhole Nature Trail 0.2 mi · Easy

As listed on the park’s trail map.

Contact

Phone512-793-2223

Address3480 Park Road 4 West, Burnet, TX 78611

Upcoming events at Inks Lake State Park

Cowboy CoffeeNov 7, 2026 · 8:30 AM
Art in the Park - Nature CraftNov 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Mindful Movements with Ranger CalebNov 7, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Veteran's Day Guided Hike to Honor all Who Have ServedNov 11, 2026 · 9:00 AM
First Day HikeJan 1, 2027 · 10:00 AM

Event details and registration are on the TPWD calendar.

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