Gloster Bend Recreation Area
About this place
Day-use/boat-access park on the upper end of Lake Travis near Marble Falls with picnic tables and grills, boat ramp and shoreline coves. Charcoal and propane grilling allowed even under a burn ban per LCRA policy; wood fires prohibited during a ban.
Good to know
SwimmingOK
FishingOK
DogsVaries Pet Friendly
Seasonal bans possible in dry, high-wind spells. Check Texas A&M Forest Service's current status ↗
Hours
Fees
- Free per personChildren (12 and younger)
- $2 per personSeniors (65 and older), Military and Disabled
- $5 per personAdults
What's here
Provided grills
Picnic tables
Restrooms
Parking
Boat launch
Location
Gloster Bend Recreation Area
RegionTexas (Hill Country)
Coordinates30.4711° N, 98.0844° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live mapCommon questions
Can you grill at Gloster Bend Recreation Area?
Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Gloster Bend Recreation Area. Grills are already provided on site. None for provided grills. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None for provided grills.
Is there a fee at Gloster Bend Recreation Area?
Yes — fees apply. For example, Free per person · Children (12 and younger). See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Gloster Bend Recreation Area?
allowed.
Are dogs allowed?
Pet Friendly.
What are the hours at Gloster Bend Recreation Area?
sunrise to sunset.
