CamperWatch

National campground directory. Verified data, live availability, community tips.

info@camperwatch.org

Explore

  • Search all campgrounds
  • Free dispersed camping
  • National park campgrounds
  • When Yosemite is sold out
  • When Yellowstone is sold out
  • Availability alerts
  • Community feed
  • Baja California RV parks
  • Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe

Featured Campgrounds

  • Emerald Bay — Lake Tahoe CAState
  • Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe ParksTribal
  • Slough Creek — Yellowstone
  • North Pines — Yosemite Valley
  • Jenny Lake — Grand Teton
  • Many Glacier — Glacier NP

For Owners

  • List your campground free
  • Hipcamp alternative
  • Campspot alternative
  • Campground booking software
  • List campground free guide

© 2026 CamperWatch · Not affiliated with Recreation.gov, NPS, or USFS

TermsPrivacyCancellationContactllms.txt
CamperWatch
CommunityPlan a tripCompareTribes

Airport Beach Shelter

Waco Lake — lakeside, fishing

WACO, TX3 (2)
Share: X Facebook
Cell signal:

Airport Beach Shelter, located on one of Waco Lake’s sandy beaches, is ideal for families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.The accessible shelter fits 110 guests, and a picnic area with grills and tables makes the park ideal for large parties and family functions.Airport Beach Park is located on the North Shore of Waco Lake, about a quarter-mile west of the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.Waco Lake Wetlands educational tours take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds. A zoo is also located nearby.The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round.

Things to do nearby

Waco LakeNorth Shore of Waco LakeBosque River

Best For

AnglersBoatersFamilies

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Fishing
Boat Launch
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Airport Beach Shelter cost per night?+
Airport Beach Shelter costs $150 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Airport Beach Shelter open?+
Airport Beach Shelter is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Airport Beach Shelter have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Airport Beach Shelter?+
Airport Beach Shelter is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.
How do I make reservations at Airport Beach Shelter?+
Airport Beach Shelter is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is Airport Beach Shelter from the nearest town?+
Airport Beach Shelter is located in WACO, TX. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.
Open in OpenStreetMap ↗

Own a campground nearby?

List free on CamperWatch — we take 5% only on bookings we send. No monthly fee.

List your campground →
$150/night
3(2)
🏕 Book Now — No Fees

Instant confirmation · No booking fees · Cancel free