Campground Details - DOUBLE LAKE RECREATION AREA, TX - ReserveAmerica

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.

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.

Recreation:

Double Lake is stocked with bass, bream and catfish. There are three fishing piers and a limited access boat ramp with parking nearby for trailers. Only boats with small electric motors are allowed. Boat and canoe rentals are available seasonally.

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. An 8-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.

Activities and Amenities

Within Facility
Accessible Flush Toilets Biking Boat Ramp Boat Rentals Canoeing Concessions Educational Programs Firewood	Fishing General Store Hiking Lodging Picnic Shelters Showers Swimming

Know Before You Go

One vehicle included with each site fee; extra vehicles charged $9 per night on-site
No access from 10 p.m.-6 a.m. for newly arriving campers
No alcohol in beach area
Picnic shelter and lodge reservations are handled at the park; call 936-653-3448; fees are dependent on number of people in group
Day use fee of $6 per vehicle per day (up to 5 people); annual pass $45 per family; walk-in or bicycle $1 per person per day; dump station use $6 per use
Firewood $5 per bundle
Click here for more information on National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

Due to the spread of invasive insects, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect our forests by purchasing or collecting firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Click here for more information.

Getting There:

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
30.53306, -95.12889
30°31'59"N, 95°7'44"W

From New Waverly, Texas, go 22 miles east on Highway 150 to FM 2025. Turn and drive south 0.25 miles to the campground.