Bald cypress bayous and wetlands spanning 26,810 acres make this East Texas state park something special. The lake itself is ripe for exploring, complete with a fishing pier and boat ramp.
With 50 miles of paddling trails, the Caddo Lake area is begging to be traversed by canoe or kayak. (Rentals are available in the park.) The lake is also an angler's haven, boasting 70 species of fish. When you've had enough water (if that's possible), the picnic areas and nature trails don't disappoint.
The park has 46 sites across several campgrounds, including the "No RV" Mill Pond camping area. Other sites include electric or full hook-ups. You can also hunker down in a historic cabin or one of the park's screened shelters—a great way to beat the mosquitoes.
Insider Tips: High water levels occasionally cause closures, so a
Bald cypress bayous and wetlands spanning 26,810 acres make this East Texas state park something special. The lake itself is ripe for exploring, complete with a fishing pier and boat ramp.
With 50 miles of paddling trails, the Caddo Lake area is begging to be traversed by canoe or kayak. (Rentals are available in the park.) The lake is also an angler's haven, boasting 70 species of fish. When you've had enough water (if that's possible), the picnic areas and nature trails don't disappoint.
The park has 46 sites across several campgrounds, including the "No RV" Mill Pond camping area. Other sites include electric or full hook-ups. You can also hunker down in a historic cabin or one of the park's screened shelters—a great way to beat the mosquitoes.
Insider Tips: High water levels occasionally cause closures, so always check before you travel. If you have some extra time, check out the host of nearby attractions, including the Starr Family State Historic Site.
The eight campsites at Woodpecker Hollow provide full water, electricity, and sewer hookups for RVs, and this campground is closest to the bathroom and shower facilities. Here you’ll have plenty of amenities to be thankful for, including the fact that the site name doesn’t actually imply a 6am jackhammering woodpecker wake-up call. If you seek sec Read more...
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Caddo Lake State Park
Rubbing elbows with with alligators and beavers in cypress swamps—what could be cooler?
Bald cypress bayous and wetlands spanning 26,810 acres make this East Texas state park something special. The lake itself is ripe for exploring, complete with a fishing pier and boat ramp.
With 50 miles of paddling trails, the Caddo Lake area is begging to be traversed by canoe or kayak. (Rentals are available in the park.) The lake is also an angler's haven, boasting 70 species of fish. When you've had enough water (if that's possible), the picnic areas and nature trails don't disappoint.
The park has 46 sites across several campgrounds, including the "No RV" Mill Pond camping area. Other sites include electric or full hook-ups. You can also hunker down in a historic cabin or one of the park's screened shelters—a great way to beat the mosquitoes.
Insider Tips: High water levels occasionally cause closures, so a
Bald cypress bayous and wetlands spanning 26,810 acres make this East Texas state park something special. The lake itself is ripe for exploring, complete with a fishing pier and boat ramp.
With 50 miles of paddling trails, the Caddo Lake area is begging to be traversed by canoe or kayak. (Rentals are available in the park.) The lake is also an angler's haven, boasting 70 species of fish. When you've had enough water (if that's possible), the picnic areas and nature trails don't disappoint.
The park has 46 sites across several campgrounds, including the "No RV" Mill Pond camping area. Other sites include electric or full hook-ups. You can also hunker down in a historic cabin or one of the park's screened shelters—a great way to beat the mosquitoes.
Insider Tips: High water levels occasionally cause closures, so always check before you travel. If you have some extra time, check out the host of nearby attractions, including the Starr Family State Historic Site.
Activities in the park
1 campground in Caddo Lake State Park
The eight campsites at Woodpecker Hollow provide full water, electricity, and sewer hookups for RVs, and this campground is closest to the bathroom and shower facilities. Here you’ll have plenty of amenities to be thankful for, including the fact that the site name doesn’t actually imply a 6am jackhammering woodpecker wake-up call. If you seek sec Read more...
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