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Balmorhea Lake

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📍 North Lake Drive+1-432-375-2238[email protected]

Balmorhea State Park offers 34 campsites and historic San Solomon Springs Courts motel lodging situated around a natural spring-fed swimming pool. Located in West Texas near the small community of Balmorhea, the park features picnic areas, sports facilities, and a playground. The park is known for its unique spring-fed pool and accessible day-use areas. Overnight camping and lodging reservations are highly recommended as the park frequently reaches capacity. (via official site)

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Rates & prices

Prices as published on Balmorhea Lake’s official website (USD).

ItemPrice
Park entry (day use)adults; children 12 and under freeUSD 7 per person

Key facts

At-a-glance details for Balmorhea Lake, from its official website.

Booking & season

SeasonOpen year-round
Reservation policyAdvance reservations highly recommended; park frequently reaches capacity

Pitches & accommodation

Pitches34

Facilities & services

Lodging typeSan Solomon Springs Courts - historic motel-style rooms built by Civilian Conservation Corps in 1930s
Park amenitiesSpring-fed swimming pool, picnic sites, playground, group hall (rental available), park store

Location & access

LocationBalmorhea, West Texas; 7 miles from Balmorhea Lake access area

Rules & policies

Payment requirementPayment required to confirm and guarantee reservation, including entrance fees

Good to know

Alternative accessBalmorhea Lake access area (2 miles southeast) operated by Reeves County WID No. 1; (432) 375-2238

Opening hours & schedules

Reception, gate and facility hours for Balmorhea Lake.

Check-in14:00
Park hours08:00–19:30 (or sunset, whichever is earlier)
Office hours08:00–16:30
Overnight entry14:00–19:30

Location

Where Balmorhea Lake sits on the map and how to get there.

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What’s nearby

Shops, drinking water, fuel and attractions within reach of the site.

🏞️ Attractions

C.T. Gray Park
C.T. Gray ParkParks & play

Der Balmorhea State Park liegt sechs Kilometer südwestlich von Balmorhea in Richtung Fort Davis an der Texas State Route 17 im Reeves County des US-Bundesstaates Texas. Im 977 Meter hoch gelegenen 19 Hektar großen State Park befindet sich mit der San Salomon Spring eine artesische Quelle mit einer täglichen Schüttung zwischen 35.000 und 44.000 Hektolitern pro Stunde.

3.2 km · ~8 min driveDirections ↗
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Saddle Back Mountains (1,270 m)Summits & peaks12.2 km · ~72 min driveDirections ↗
Meier Hills (1,024 m)Summits & peaks21.1 km · ~75 min driveDirections ↗

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Good to know

Quick answers to common questions about Balmorhea Lake.

How do I make a reservation?

Reserve online at texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com or call (512) 389-8900 Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM. The park frequently reaches capacity and advance reservations are highly recommended.

What lodging options are available?

The park offers 34 campsites for tent and RV camping, plus motel-style rooms at the San Solomon Springs Courts, historic accommodations built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.

What time can overnight guests enter the park?

Overnight guests may enter from 2 p.m. to park closing time at 7:30 p.m. (or sunset, whichever is earlier).

What payment methods are accepted for reservations?

Discover, MasterCard, and Visa credit cards are accepted for online and phone reservations.

Is there swimming available at the park?

Yes, there is a spring-fed swimming pool accessible to park guests.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Balmorhea Lake?

At Balmorhea Lake, check-in is from 14:00.

How many pitches does Balmorhea Lake have?

Balmorhea Lake has around 34 pitches.

When is Balmorhea Lake open?

Balmorhea Lake is open year-round.

What languages are spoken at Balmorhea Lake?

Staff at Balmorhea Lake speak English.

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