My Fiancé and I ended up going here on a whim & loved it. We kayaked for a few hours & hiked to get some views of the bluebonnets. Such a fun experience, we will definitely be going back. A lot of people were camping at the time because we went during spring break, but even with all the people it didn’t seem too crowded. The staff was friendly and helpful!
One of the nicest SP in Texas. Great views and the bluebonnets are abundant in spring
I stayed at Inks Lake during May of 2017 while on Geology Field Camp. We were camped away from the main campsite in a more secluded section, and it couldn't have been a better spot. The sites were well spread out despite there being so many of them, and some of them sat right on the lake. The amenities are top-notch, with large bathrooms and showers close to the campsites. There are some nice swimming spots and an area to hike around that shows off the amazing geology. A great spot to bring the kids.
An hour and a half away from Austin, we found Inks Lake to be a quiet and relaxing camp area away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
There are several sites set up across the state park. The more modern RV campgrounds nearest the designated safe swimming areas. And the more remote camp zones on the other side of the main entrance. We chose the more remote area, which was perfect! We were close to the water, it was dark and quiet, and the campsites are more spread out. We still had access to some very nice bathrooms a short walk away.
Overall, close to civilization, yet far enough to enjoy nature.
The facilities at this park have recently been upgraded and they are very nice. A hot shower in cooler temperature was most welcome. We hiked around 4.5 miles, nothing too challenging but very Nice views of the lake. This was our third trip to this park, we love it.
My wife and kids just spent the past 3 days at Inks Lake and really enjoyed our time there. We took our 6 and 4 year old’s hiking on some of the trails they offer, and had a blast. They offered a daypack filled with pencils and sketch pads and activity books for my kids and added another fun thing to do on our hike. The employees at the general store are incredibly nice and happy to help out. We look forward to going back and trying out the more primitive camp sites they offer.
GREAT PARK, HAS A MARINA, GREAT LAKE TO KAYAK, WONDERFUL STORE. SITES ARE CLEAN BUT A BIT CHALLENGING TO BACK INTO, INCLINE AND COULD BE BIGGER. NO PULL THROUGHS. GREAT FOR TENTING ALSO.
Loved this park however it’s huge and crowded. Lots of activities for boaters and fisherman. Many activities for hiking and swimming too.
This is the perfect campground for families! It offers canoeing, fishing, swimming, paddle boards. The deer come right up to you and very friendly! Hiking trails are easy and very scenic. Longhorn caverns is close by to visit and take a cave tour, as well as devils swimming hole, and Perissos winery. So there’s something for everyone!
Camp Store is great!!
You can rent canoes for a price.
Fishing poles are free to rent.
Bring your own firewood but if you don’t then there is a camp store to purchase what you need.
Staff is helpful and you can find them patrolling the area on golf carts.
A short hike to the waterfalls.
Watering hole is refreshing and clean. There is a cliff to jump into the water!! Bring an inner tube to float in the river. Also bring water shoes as the bottom of river is slippery mud. There are rocks around so be careful not to slip!
We rented a spot which was just a solid brick shelter with two bunk beds. It was a small drive from our camp to the devil's waterhole. It was a slippery climb in and out but a beautiful swim with people cliff jumping nearby and a view of some falls. Lots of great rock climbing and hiking nearby as well. Also it was just a short drive from Longhorn Caverns, if anyone enjoys some great cave tours! Having access to nice cool water during a hot texas summer was great, I had a blast!
clean shower houses
I could live here. We ended up at site 104 I think. right on the lake. It was fantastic. easy access to restroom and shower facilities as well as the trails.
Has great hiking trails and a large lake for kayaking. Variety of wildlife....deer, Great Blue Heron, turtles, ducks....
Wekends and holidays can be busy. I go during the week and off season.
Lots of shady spots for a hot Texas summer
Another awesome state park in the rolling hills near Austin. Great camping site 2ith many activities. The water is as little dark, but nonetheless fairly clean. Devils water hole is popular among campers as you can go cliff diving there. Overall great state park!
We love Inks Lake SP! Site 346 is the best because you have the whole peninsula to yourself! water on both sides which means it can get windy.
This beautiful state park offers many activities. The campground sits on the edge of inks lake, and there is ample opportunity to go fishing, kayaking, canoeing, boating, and swimming. There are lots of trails extending from the campgrounds in which you can make your way around the lake, and up river. there are fishing docks that you can use, and the camp store on site. The campsites are large enough for approximately 2 to 3 large tents. The only downside to this campground is that it is normally very populated during camping season. The water is beautiful and there are lots of different kinds of fish to catch.
Inks Lake is a great place for a weekend get away. There is plenty of water activities (boating, fishing, kayaking, ect.) to go and do there. You can rent just about any kind of water related item or you can bring your own. The campsites are huge! Perfect for large groups of people. There are not that many hiking trails but the couple they have are fun hikes. They are not to long, a hour at the max.
i love it! there's so much to do! I can't wait to go back!
This state park has lots of activity including swimming, boating, hiking. Sites are large. Park hosts are all friendly and helpful
Very hard to make reservatIons for weekends but usually avaIlable dIrIng the week.
I’ve camped here many times before. The park was created from the granite quarry used for the State Capitol. There are fishing piers and cleaning stations, kayak and paddle boat rentals. Staff is very friendly. Longhorn Cavern State Park is close by and really cool too.
Ink's Lake State Park is a nice park to visit, but it is also a popular park. For it's size, it also has a lot of roads, which can make driving around a little confusing.
Over all, it is a pretty nice campground. All of the sites have at least water, a picnic table, and a fire ring. There are also sites you can reserve that have shelters. They also have many places for RVs. Some of the campsites can be a little rocky or have odd elevation.
At the store, you are able to rent canoes or kayaks to play around in. You can also buy wood and other things you may have forgotten.
The hiking is ok. Most of it is pretty flat, but walking along the lake or along the river offers some nice views. Along the river are a few waterfalls which are pretty.
The best swimming place is the Devil's Waterhole. There are some rocks on the far side that people climb up on to jump off of.
Spent 3 nights at Inks Lake from 8/3-8/6. Got there right before dark on the first night and found the late check in process a bit confusing. Right now, Texas state parks don't assign or let you choose spots when you reserve so it's first come....When I got to Inks at about 730 pm, there was a sign in the lobby of the park headquarters that listed all the sites and said to pick any site that wasn't crossed off. Problem was, the sign was on the other side of the glass so folks couldn't cross off the site they chose. Wild goose chase led me to two sites that were already chosen. I finally picked an open site that I came upon and settled in. All the lake view spots were, of course, taken, so this shady spot was just fine. Site 72. Nice and level. Water and 20/30/50 amp power. The water didn't work. The faucet was broken and spewed everywhere. I turned it way down, filled my fresh water tank, and turned it off.
Each site has an asphalt pad, water, electric. A picnic table, a lantern/garbage hook, and a grill/fire pit combo. The park has a general store where you can rent kayaks and paddle boats as well as borrow (for free) fishing gear. There is a very nice fishing pier and a cleaning house for those that wish to clean their catch. There is a boat launch by the store also. There's plenty of room for everyone in the lake to do whatever you like. There's even a swimming area called "Devils Watering Hole" where you can jump from the cliff into the lake. The park also has tent sites, adorable cabins and lots of day use space. Playgrounds keep the kids from causing misery back at the camp sites.
The patrons of the park were pleasant and well behaved. No rowdies after quiet hour. Friendly and helpful folks. The park staff was also peasNt and helpful. When I went up in the morning to do my check in (you go before 9am id[f you did a late check in), I told them about the faucet. By the time I got back to my site, the maintenance guys were there to fix it.
There is plenty of wild life to enjoy. Several trails to keep you occupied when you are tired of the water. Right down the road is Longhorn Caverns state park. Their general tour is 90 minutes of blissfully cool and very interesting cave tour. They also have an extreme tour that requires helmets and knee pads (they provide).
There are two wineries nearby for liesurely wine tastings. I enjoyed an excursion from Inks Lake to Longhorn Caverns and then stopped at one of the wineries on the way back.
The park, in general, was very clean and well maintained. Plenty of dumpsters and recycling bins for cans. My reason for subtracting a star is the state of the restroom/shower facilities. Ewwwwww! Now I know this park has heavy use. But with heavy use comes more money to spend on help. Clean those bathrooms, Texas! And while you are at it, toilet paper would be a nice touch. The showers were all out NASTY! Do not forget your shower flip flops, people. And do not drop anything on the floor while you are showering....gonna need a flame thrower to sterilize that nastiness!
in general, a fabulous long weekend and I will definitely go again. Can't wait for Texas to allow site specific booking starting in October of this year. Hint: #48.
oh. Wait. I forgot to mention....ants. Be prepared. They have the nasty varieties that show up suddenly, out of nowhere, and devour your dogs dinner before Fido can even whiff it with that finely tuned nose. And the fire ants at Inks are stealth. That's right. Stealth fire ants. No tell-tale mounds for these little bastards. No. You can't even find one if you looked all day. But suddenly, you are standing there and, POOF!, you are the next victim. I always say..."Texas will kill you" (but it's worth it). Btw, no snakes appeared during my stay.
Inks Lake is a great day trip or weekend car camping trip in the Central Texas / Hill Country area. Good camp sites and plenty of water to fish in, boat on, or just look at.
Kayaking, hiking, swimming, fishing, bouldering, cliff jumping, cabins, caving nearby, this park has it all. This is a destination park. I've camped here a couple times and come out for day trips numerous other times. Not as crowded as Enchanted Rock or Garner, but just as good!
I have gone tent camping a number of times at Ink's Lake. The campsites have always been of a good size with a fire ring, water, and bathrooms a short walk away.
I have often seen deer in the morning by my tent.
The hiking trails are ok. The best one is probably near the Devil's Watering Hole where you see waterfalls.
Swimming is great and there is a place near the Watering Hole where you can jump off rocks into deep water.
All in all, it's a great place to go to.
I liked this site a lot. Usually the tent sites are cramped and not a lot of spare space but this place had plenty of space for all our gear around the site. There are two docks within walking distance and a little bird watching spot that was nice to have. I wasn't from the area so I got to see bird species that aren't usually up north with me. It was a fun time. We spent 2 nights there fishing and hiking and I would go back if I had the chance. There was water, electricity and a pretty nice bathroom set up. It was worth the stay.
I love to take my pups camping and this is a great place for it. The sites have plenty of amenities and are situated very close to Devils Waterhole. Roughly 10 miles of hiking trails are nearby and plenty of water activities including fishing and boating.
The first time I camped here was Memorial Day weekend. We had reservations, but it was packed and we regretted our timing. Lots of loud people during the day and into the evening. Luckily the rangers/state park cops reinforce the no noise and no alcohol rules very seriously, so it was quiet after 10pm and no people doing stupid drunk hijinks.
There used to be a decent place to eat nearby, but it was closed the second time we went in 2015. No idea if the closure is permanent.
Some decent kayaking and beautiful pink cliffs. Friend from Austin brought his bike and said the biking trails were excellent. Lots of folk fishing both times we were there. Cabins were available (with a reservation) but we set up tents and enjoyed the view.
Mosquitos weren’t terrible when we were there but the chiggers were a pain in the…leg. Learned my lesson the first day and wore pants for the rest of our trip(s).
Devil’s Waterhole was a blast to swim in, despite the creepy name!
