Taylor
Taylor Campground, on the banks of Granger Lake, is an excellent lakeside destination for families of all ages. The park pleases nature lovers with its hiking trail and water skiers with its easily accessible boat dock. Anglers flock to Granger Lake because it is one of the top five crappie and white bass fishing destinations in central Texas.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 48 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
48 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 02 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 03 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 04 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 05 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 06 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 07 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 08 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 09 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
| 10 | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | Standard |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The campground has 48 sites, each with water and electric hookups. Showers and flush toilets provide a comfortable camping experience and a playground and boat dock in the park, make entertaining easy.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate Highway 35 take Hwy 79 east to Hwy 95. Go north on Hwy 95 to FM 1331; go east on FM 1331 for approximately 5 miles to the entrance on the left.
| Nearest town | Taylor, Texas |
| Coordinates | 30.6642° N, 97.3644° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Bastrop 9278
29 mi from the campground · 85 acres · 0% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Crestview RV ↗ | 17 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 20.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 32.6 mi |
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Worth a stop
Several designated wildlife areas border the lake, including Pecan Grove Wildlife Area, San Gabriel Wildlife Area, Sore Finger Wildlife Area, and Willis Creek Wildlife Area. Take the kids to Sore Finger and find out how the area earned its name.
- under 0.1 miTaylor Park Day Use Passes ↗Day use
- 1.7 mi
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- McFadin HouseBuilding · Taylor · 4.1 mi
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- Taylor High School CampusBuilding · Taylor · 6.9 mi
Natural features
Taylor Park is located in the gently rolling hills of the Texas Blackland Prairie, 40 miles from Austin TX. Granger Lake was formed by a dam built in 1980 for flood control. The lake is fed by the San Gabriel River and Willis Creek.
Recreation
Boating, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are all reasons visitors camp at Taylor. Hikers can enjoy the Comanche Bluff Trail, which loops around the campground and carries on in both directions along the southern side of the lake.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Taylor?
Sites at Taylor are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Taylor?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Taylor have?
48 sites, including 48 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Taylor?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Taylor have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Taylor?
Showers and flush toilets provide a comfortable camping experience and a playground and boat dock in the park, make entertaining easy.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Taylor?
Yes, pets are allowed at Taylor. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Taylor?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Taylor?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Taylor?
Boating, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing are all reasons visitors camp at Taylor. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Taylor?
Taylor, Texas. Several designated wildlife areas border the lake, including Pecan Grove Wildlife Area, San Gabriel Wildlife Area, Sore Finger Wildlife Area, and Willis Creek Wildlife Area.
Source: Getting there
What if Taylor is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Wilson H Fox (1.7 mi), Willis Creek (3.1 mi), and Friendship Park (4.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby