Hours of Operation | Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™: Whispering Pines in Tyler, TX

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Hours of Operation

Here's What's Open and When

Looking for the swimming pool hours? Want to see what time mini golf opens? How about when you can do a little shopping at the camp store? View all of our hours for our attractions and facilities here!

*All hours & activities are subject to change.

Check out our hours here!

September 17 - October 29, 2023

Registration Station
SUN - THUR: 9AM - 5PM, FRI: 9AM - 9PM, SAT: 8AM - 6PM
If you arrive when the Registration Station is closed, your arrival package will be in a box at the Registration Station.

Ranger Station
SUN, WED & THUR: 9AM - 5PM, FRI: 9AM - 9PM, SAT: 8AM - 9PM

Arts and Crafts Building
See our Activity Schedule!

Mini Golf
DAILY: DAWN - DUSK

Laser Tag
Day Play Laser Tag:
SAT: 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Lights Out Laser Tag:
FRI & SAT: 7PM - 8:30PM

Jumping Pillow
DAILY: 9AM - 10PM

Laundry
DAILY: 24/7

Maze
DAILY: DAWN - DUSK

Fishing Pond
DAILY: 9AM – DUSK

Bathhouses
DAILY: 24/7

Sports Courts
DAILY: DAWN – DUSK

Playground
DAILY: DAWN – DUSK

Outdoor Pools
SUN - THUR: 11AM - 6PM, FRI & SAT: 11AM - 7PM

Water Playground
SAT: 11AM - 7PM, SUN: 11AM - 5PM

Pickleball
DAILY: 9AM – DUSK

Gem Mining
FRI & SAT: 9AM - 6PM, SUN: 9AM - 4PM, MON - THUR: Upon Request

Shuffleboard
DAILY: 9AM – DUSK

Movie Nights
Please check our Activity Schedule for movie time!

Campfire Canteen
FRI: 3PM - 9PM, SAT: 11AM - 9PM, SUN: 11AM - 5PM

Quiet Hours
DAILY: 11PM - 8AM

October 30 - December 31, 2023

Registration Station
MON: 9AM - 5PM, TUE - WED: 10AM - 5PM, THUR: 9AM - 5PM, FRI: 9AM - 6PM, SAT: 9AM - 5PM, SUN: 9AM - 2PM
If you arrive when the Registration Station is closed, your arrival package will be in a box at the Registration Station.

Ranger Station

THUR - SUN: 9AM - 5PM

Arts and Crafts Building
See our Activity Schedule!

Mini Golf
DAILY: DAWN - DUSK

Laser Tag
Day Play Laser Tag:
SAT: 12:30PM - 1:30PM

Lights Out Laser Tag:

SAT: 5:30PM - 6:30PM

Jumping Pillow
DAILY: 9AM - 9PM

Laundry
DAILY: 27/7

Maze
DAILY: DAWN - DUSK

Fishing Pond
DAILY: 9AM – DUSK

Bathhouses
DAILY: 24/7

Sports Courts
DAILY: DAWN – DUSK

Playground
DAILY: DAWN – DUSK

Outdoor Pools
Closed for the season

Water Playground
Closed for the season

Pickleball
DAILY: 9AM – DUSK

Gem Mining
FRI: 12PM - 6PM, SAT: 9AM - 6PM, SUN - THUR: Upon Request

Movie Nights
Please check our Activity Schedule for movie time!

Campfire Canteen
FRI: 3PM - 9PM, SAT: 11AM - 9PM

Quiet Hours
DAILY: 11PM - 8AM

From the Journal

September 28, 2023

Monthly Camping - 6 Reasons Why You Need To Book Now

Enjoy amazing benefits and non-stop fun when you book a monthly camping stay at Jellystone Park™ Tyler at Whispering Pines.

September 21, 2023

Can't-Miss Fall Events of 2023 at Jellystone Park™ Tyler

Book a stay during one of our fall camping weekends and choose from a variety of themed weekends - like Halloween, Pajama Party, & Around the World.

September 7, 2023

6 Reasons Why You Should Book A Fall Camping Trip

Enjoy lower rates, cooler temperatures, improved sleep, and more when fall camping!

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I pick up my add-on?

Stop by our Registration Station to pick up or get information about your add-on!

What are your check-in and check-out times?

Cabins: Check-in 4pm, check-out 11am Campsites: Check-in 3pm, Check-out 1pm

How far away is your Texas campground from Dallas?

Lucky for you, we offer some of the best camping near Dallas, because our Camp-Resort is located only an hour and a half away. We also offer some of the best RV camping and cabin rentals near Dallas, with 15+ accommodation types!

What makes you one of the best campgrounds in Texas for families?

We’re known as one of the best family campgrounds in Texas due to the countless activities and attractions we have to offer! If you’re looking for a Texas campground with a water park and pools, you’ve come to the right place. Our Water Playground is great for kids and features various water blasters, cannons, and slides, while our spacious swimming pool is perfect for kids and adults alike! We also have laser tag, jumping pillow, mini golf, themed events, and more. You can view all of our attractions here.

Do you offer Winter Texan/snowbird camping at your Texas camping resort?

Yes, we do! We offer a variety of long term accommodations, making our Camp-Resort one of the best extended stay campgrounds in Texas. If you’re looking for a monthly RV park in Texas that has numerous RV site types to choose from, we’ve got you covered. We also have numerous cabin types for those who don’t own an RV, but would still like to enjoy snowbird camping in Texas. You can learn more about our monthly campground here.

Why should I stay at your East Texas campground over other campgrounds in the area?

Our campground near Dallas is in the heart of East Texas and has a variety of cabin & campsite options! Plus, we offer many more attractions and activities than any other campground nearby - including our Water Zone, pool, jumping pillows, mini golf, themed events, and more. These attractions, plus our friendly staff, set us apart from other Piney Woods campgrounds.

What are the Piney Woods? What are the benefits of Piney Woods camping?

The Piney Woods is a sprawling and dense forest of pines. This majestic forestland is home to plenty of interesting fauna and wildlife. Staying at our East Texas campground gives you the chance to see the Piney Woods up close and expierence its beauty.