Russell Park
Russell Park is located on the west side of Georgetown Lake, in the Texas Hill Country approximately 25 miles north of Austin. Visitors enjoy boating, fishing and exploring the San Gabriel River Trail.
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Site mix
| Tent-only | 17 |
| Shelters | 10 |
| group shelter electric | 2 |
| group picnic area | 2 |
| overnight shelter electric | 1 |
Site guide
32 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Tent only | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Tent only | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Tent only | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 05 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 06 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 07 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 08 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 09 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 10 | Shelter | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
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
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Russell Park is open year round and offers 27 primitive campsites with drinking water and flush toilets close by. Ten of these campsites have screened shelters which contain bunk beds with no bedding. Additional amenities include a Swim Beach and Day Use Area. The Swim Beach and Day Use Area is closed annually from November to March.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From I-35, take FM 2338 west 7.5 miles to FM 3405, then go south 2 miles to CR 262. Go east 2 miles to the park entrance.
| Nearest town | Georgetown, Texas |
| Coordinates | 30.6775° N, 97.7592° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
- Cancellations:
- Once a reservation date has begun, customers cannot change a reservation using the online system or through the Call Center. On-site personnel are not able to modify reservations.
- Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid an
- Group Facility (including Cabins and Lookouts): Customers who cancel a group overnight facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee.
- Group Day Use Area: Customers who cancel a group day-use facility reservation less than 14 days before the arrival date will forfeit the total day-use fee.
- Refunds:
- Customers can request refunds online up to 7 days after the scheduled departure date. After 7 days, customers must request refunds through the call center.
- Cancellation fees are non-refundable.
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Hays 9282
41 mi from the campground · 140 acres · 0% contained
- PrescribedRx Bastrop 9278
42 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 | Ron Hoover RV of Georgetown, Texas ↗ | 6.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 8.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 9.8 mi |
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Public land it sits in
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge begins about 14.5 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 14.5 miBalcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 27,626 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- John J. Dimmitt HouseBuilding · Georgetown · 5.2 mi
- Wesley Chapel A.M.E ChurchBuilding · Georgetown · 5.3 mi
- House at 801 WestBuilding · Georgetown · 5.4 mi
Natural features
Georgetown Lake is a reservoir on the North Fork San Gabriel River in central Texas. The dam was completed in 1979 to provide flood control and water supply for the nearby community of Georgetown, and now provides countless recreation opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
Recreation
Boating is the most popular way to enjoy the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for guests. Fishing is excellent in the area, and the lake contains black bass, white bass, hybrid stripers, white crappie and channel and flathead catfish, but it's most known for its abundance of smallmouth bass. Fishing docks are located on the shore within the campground. The San Gabriel River Trail is a 26-mile rugged path winding through dense juniper forest, hardwood bottomlands and prairie grasslands. The trail extends completely around Georgetown Lake via the dam and is open to hiking and biking. Hunting is available for small game species such as dove, waterfowl, rabbit and squirrel, as well as white-tailed deer. Hunting is by permit only.
Nearby
The nearby town of Georgetown offers gas, groceries and more. The historic downtown square district has shops and restaurants, and concerts and events are held on a regular basis. Additionally, Austin is located just 25 miles from the lake, offering countless tourist attractions.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Russell Park?
Sites at Russell Park are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Russell Park?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
What does it cost to cancel a reservation at Russell Park?
Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A customer who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (
Source: Charges and cancellations
How many sites does Russell Park have?
32 sites, including 17 tent-only sites, 10 shelter nonelectric, 2 group shelter electric, and 2 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Russell Park?
The longest site here provides 20 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
Are there showers or a dump station at Russell Park?
Russell Park is open year round and offers 27 primitive campsites with drinking water and flush toilets close by.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Russell Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Russell Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Russell Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Russell Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, 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 Russell Park?
Boating is the most popular way to enjoy the lake, and a boat ramp is provided for guests. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Russell Park?
Georgetown, Texas. The nearby town of Georgetown offers gas, groceries and more.
Source: Getting there
What if Russell Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Jim Hogg Park (1 mi), Cedar Breaks Park (1.4 mi), and Tejas Park (4.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby