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McKinney Falls State Park
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The closest campground to Austin that still feels like a park, not a parking lot.
McKinney Falls sits southeast of town, with a campground, falls on Onion Creek, and flat trails you can do with kids.
It is a short drive, not a walk from downtown, and the campground books up on pleasant weekends. Day use is the easier visit: the falls, a picnic table, and a walk. Expect a state-park entrance fee.
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Is McKinney Falls State Park worth a visit?
The closest campground to Austin that still feels like a park, not a parking lot. McKinney Falls sits southeast of town, with a campground, falls on Onion Creek, and flat trails you can do with kids.
Can you camp at McKinney Falls State Park?
McKinney Falls State Park is one of the camping options near Austin. It is a short drive, not a walk from downtown, and the campground books up on pleasant weekends. Day use is the easier visit: the falls, a picnic table, and a walk. Expect a state-park entrance fee.
What should I know before going to McKinney Falls State Park?
It is a short drive, not a walk from downtown, and the campground books up on pleasant weekends. Day use is the easier visit: the falls, a picnic table, and a walk. Expect a state-park entrance fee.