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Lake Tawakoni State Park has camping and hiking

Hunt County The Great Outdoors

The park sits on the southern shore of Lake Tawakoni, surrounded by oak and cedar woodlands with sandy shorelines. Trails are available for hiking. Camping, boating, paddling, and swimming are offered. Wildlife includes bobcats, deer, river otters, and bald eagles in season.

The park has logged 170 spider species and is known for birding. Painted buntings and scissor-tailed flycatchers pass through in season. Entrance fees and camping rates change — check the current TPWD page before visiting. The park address is near Wills Point off FM 2475.

Content last revised 2026-07-11

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