Ray Roberts Lake State Park Isle du Bois - Texas Parks and Wildlife

09/05/2026

Planning to visit the park this Labor Day weekend? 🌳

Don’t forget to plan ahead!

We typically sell out on holiday weekends. Reserve your day pass now. Please ensure you make it for the Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Isle du Unit. We will not be able to take reservations for other parks if we sell out.

Please visit this link to make a day pass reservation: https://www.reserveamerica.com/explore/ray-roberts-lake-state-park-isle-du-bois/TX/1200123/day-passes

Please have your day pass reservation or form of payment ready when you enter the park to help speed up the entry line.

We are currently under a burn ban. This means NO WOOD OR CHARCOAL fires allowed. ❌🔥❌ You may use propane for cooking purposes ONLY.

Bring plenty of drinking water 💦
Wear a life jacket 🛟
Stay safe and have fun ☀️

09/02/2026

Ray Roberts Lake State Park - Greenbelt Unit is hiring!

The Greenbelt Unit is currently hiring a Maintenance Specialist III. This position is responsible for park operations, maintenance, and visitor services.

Applications Close: September 11th

Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or GED
- Three years of facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance experience

For full information and to apply please follow the link below and search "Maintenance Specialist III" at the Pilot Point location.

https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U

08/26/2026

Thank you, Dolly, for your enduring commitment to protecting our natural world and inspiring others to care for it. Your legacy will continue for generations to come. Sending a Texas-sized hug to the heart of Tennessee.

Photo taken at the 2009 Great Smoky Mountains National Park's 75th anniversary celebration, where Dolly was honored as the Official Ambassador.

08/10/2026

8/10/2026
Due to the severe dry conditions, the park is currently under a Burn Ban.

- Wood and Charcoal Fires are Prohibited
- Propane is allowed for cooking only

08/05/2026

Looking for a way to stay cool in this Texas heat? 😎☀

Check out our park store for new t-shirts to add to your collection!

08/03/2026

TRAILS UPDATE 8/3/2026
All Trails Open

07/10/2026

Have you always wanted to be a Park Ranger? We have a position available on our maintenance team. The position is a Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger - Backup Utility Plant Operator).

The posting can be found at:
https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_SCHJOB_FL&Action=U&

All applications must be submitted online through State of Texas CAPPS.

07/08/2026

Are you a park shutter bug?
We have some amazing photographers frequent the park and want to share the State Parks Photo Contest. This is not directly through TPWD but through American's State Parks.

There is 1 week left to enter for a chance to win and highlight a Texas State Park!

For submission details and questions regarding this contest, please visit the website:

Enter today for your chance to win!

07/04/2026

TRAILS UPDATE 07/21/2026

DORBA & Equestrian Trails - OPEN
All Greenbelt Trails South of Pecan Grove - CLOSED

07/04/2026

7/4/2026
Isle du Bois has reached capacity and SOLD OUT for the day!
We are now RESERVATION ONLY!
Have a safe and happy 4th of July!