Double Lake Recreation Area
Double Lake Recreation Area is a national forest campground in Texas. Hookups: full hookups.
- Type
- National forest campground
- Location
- Texas
- Coordinates
- 30.53306, -95.12889
- Hookups
- Full hookups
- Activities
- Biking, Boating, Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Picnicking, Swimming
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 936-653-3448
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Double Lake Recreation Area
Overview Double Lake Recreation Area was built in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and offers a little of everything, including camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking and simply relaxing in nature. A variety of tent, RV and group campsites are available. Recreation Double Lake is open for fishing year round. Only boats with small electric motors are allowed. A 5-mile hiking trail leads to Big Creek Scenic Area, and there is access to part of the 128-mile Lone Star Hiking Trail. A 20-mile mountain bike trail meanders around the lake. Swimmers can relax on a sandy beach after taking a cool plunge. Learn more about recreation in the national forest. Facilities Double Lake Recreation Area facilities includes family camping units, group camping, picnicking units, a picnic shelter, beach with swimming area and a concession stand with bathhouse. Natural Features The area has rolling hills forested with hardwood and pines. The campground is surrounded by the 23-acre Double Lake. Temperatures are moderate to cool from September through May, and hot and humid from June to August. Winters are cool and wet. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (936) 344-6205.
Cell coverage
No coverage data for this location yet.
Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- Timewise · 37 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 22 designated routes (39 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Lake Tail Camp | Private campground | 0.6 mi | — | — |
| Double Lake Recreation Area | Private campground | 1.4 mi | — | — |
| Double Lake | National forest campground | 1.4 mi | — | — |
| Tarkington Trail Camp | Free campsite | 3.3 mi | Free | — |
| Magnolia Trail Camp | Free campsite | 4.4 mi | Free | — |
| Mercy Camp | Free campsite | 5.9 mi | Free | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.