Managed by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, this established campground sits about 40 miles from Austin with concrete pads for RVs and level sites for tent camping. Reservations are available through the state park system, and pets are welcome throughout the grounds.
The campground features good tree cover that provides privacy between sites, though Steve & Ashley G. notes "the sites have good tree cover and a nice level of privacy which can be rare at state sites." A wildfire previously affected the northern section toward Bastrop, leaving some trails less shaded during recovery. The 25-acre lake serves as the park's focal point, offering shoreline fishing access and a boat launch, though several reviewers mention aquatic vegetation can impact fishing conditions.
Hiking trails wind through the Lost Pines area, where white-tailed deer sightings are common. The park connects to Bastrop State Park via an 11-mile scenic road popular with cyclists, featuring overlooks and wildflower displays during spring months. On-site amenities include a small camp store, tackle rental program, and playground facilities. Canoe rentals are typically available, allowing paddlers to access the lake from both the boat launch and designated Lakeview Campsite area.
Road access proves straightforward from major highways, though the campground operates under capacity restrictions during certain periods. Vernon L Richards Riverbend Park offers an alternative just southeast for campers seeking different amenities.
Description
East of Austin and a short drive past Bastrop State Park, you’ll find its sibling, Buescher. Set up camp, hike or bike under tall trees, or fish and paddle the 30-acre lake at this peaceful park.
Choose your campsite: with electricity, with water only, or primitive walk-in. We also have screened shelters and cabins without restrooms. Restrooms with showers are available throughout the park.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundBuescher State Park Campground is located in Texas
Directions
From Austin: Take Hwy 71 East to Smithville and exit FM 153. Go 1 mile North to park entrance. From Houston: Take I 10 West to Columbus. Exit on Hwy 71 North to Austin. Continue on Hwy 71 to Smithville and exit FM 153. Go 1 mile North to park entrance. From San Antonio: Take IH 35 North to San Marcos, at San Marcos take Hwy 21 North to Hwy 71, turn right on Hwy 71 to Smithville and exit FM 153. Go 1 mile North to park entrance. GPS units do not give correct directions to Buescher State Park. GPS units direct you to enter through the back, along Park Road 1C. This road has low clearance and tight curves that are difficult for RV's and motorhomes. Please use entrance from FM 153, Smithville, Texas 78957.
Address
100 Park Road 1E
Smithville, TX 78957
Coordinates
30.03900009 N
97.15800067 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/13/26
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 3/13/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 3/13/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 3/13/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 43 min from Austin, TX
- 1 hr 16 min from College Station, TX
- 1 hr 28 min from Killeen, TX
- 1 hr 30 min from Victoria, TX

































