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Access Site TX

Cameron Park East (South)

Brazos River Bosque River

Source: texas_parks_and_wildlife_department Updated 1 year ago

City: Waco, TX
County: McLennan
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 31.58289000, -97.15111000
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Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Brazos River
2 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Cameron Park East (South) provides convenient public access to the Brazos River in Waco via boat ramp and dock facilities. The site is easily accessible from I-35 by heading west on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, then turning left onto Lake Shore Drive, College Drive, and Cameron Drive—the ramp and dock are located approximately 0.2 miles on your left. Ample parking is available at this location.

This access point works well for kayakers and canoeists looking to paddle the Brazos River, with good fishing opportunities in deeper pools upstream of FM 979. The river corridor in this area features scenic limestone cliffs and natural views typical of the Brazos through the Waco area. For additional facilities and amenities, nearby Brazos Park East offers pavilions, hiking trails, restrooms, and disc golf along the river.

For current conditions, hours, or additional details about this specific access point, contact the Waco Parks Department at 254-756-5359.
Federal Facility Information
254-756-5359 Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
The year-round campground at Airport Park is perfectly located between Waco Lake and the Waco Airport. Campers can look south and view the pristine waters of the lake, or look north and watch airplanes take off and land.Recreation
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and...

Overview
The year-round campground at Airport Park is perfectly located between Waco Lake and the Waco Airport. Campers can look south and view the pristine waters of the lake, or look north and watch airplanes take off and land.Recreation
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.Facilities
Airport Park has 46 sites with 50-amp electric and water hookups, and 22 of these also have sewer hookups. There are 8 screen shelters with electrical outlets and water. Fourteen tent-only campsites without electric are also available.

A group camping shelter is available for reservation, and comes with electric, sewer and water hookups. It is equipped with a six-foot grill, 12-foot serving bar, and pavillion with picnic tables. There are eight campsites with electric and water hookups, and six of these have sewer hookups. The group camping area fits about 80 guests.
Natural Features
Airport Park is on the northern banks of Waco Lake, near the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
Airport Park is located within the City of Waco and is 10 miles from Magnolia Market. About 15 min from Airport Park, Waco Lake Wetlands offers educational tours that take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds. Cameron Park Zoo is also located nearby.

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Nearby Recreation Areas
Waco Mammoth National Monument Located within
Waco Lake Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Waco Marina On-site
Harbour Texas Marina On-site