The best campgrounds in Sam Rayburn Reservoir with swimming

At Sam Rayburn Reservoir, you’ll find over 540 campsites where you can swim right from your site. Water access is the main draw—expect clear stretches of shoreline, sandy banks, and docks perfect for cooling off after a day in the Texas sun. Most sites cluster along quiet coves or near boat launches, so early risers often snag the best swimming spots. Average price per night sits at $40, but you can find options starting at $20. Top-reviewed campsites like Happy Hippo Hilltop (1 review) get high marks for easy water access and shaded pitches. Showers, toilets, and campfires are standard at most sites. If you want to mix up your days, you’ll find plenty of fishing, hiking, and horseback-riding nearby. Bring water shoes—the rocky patches along some banks are tough on bare feet.

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Top-rated campgrounds

At Sam Rayburn Reservoir, you’ll find over 540 campsites where you can swim right from your site. Water access is the main draw—expect clear stretches of shoreline, sandy banks, and docks perfect for cooling off after a day in the Texas sun. Most sites cluster along quiet coves or near boat launches, so early risers often snag the best swimming spots. Average price per night sits at $40, but you can find options starting at $20. Top-reviewed campsites like Happy Hippo Hilltop (1 review) get high marks for easy water access and shaded pitches. Showers, toilets, and campfires are standard at most sites. If you want to mix up your days, you’ll find plenty of fishing, hiking, and horseback-riding nearby. Bring water shoes—the rocky patches along some banks are tough on bare feet.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Cozy Cabin in Da Piney Woods!

1 site · Lodging · Colmesneil, TX

Get away from the city, relax, get in touch with nature, stargaze! One room rustic cabin on 74 wooded acres, walking trails, private, no neighbors. Pet friendly, king bed, full kitchen, fridge, stove, oven, ice maker, blender, pots, pans, utensils. Charcoal grill, fire pit, areas to sit outside. Unlimited LTE internet, Smart TV. 20 minutes to Sam Rayburn Lake and\or Martin Dies State Park and Lake Tejas, 10 min to the Angelina River Plenty of parking for your boat.

2. Bigfoot Kingtown RV Park

31 sites · RVs · Nacogdoches, TX

Welcome to Kingtown RV Park, where convenience meets comfort in the heart of Nacogdoches! Conveniently located at the Kingtown boat ramp for direct access to the Angelina River and Lake Sam Rayburn. Our park offers a serene and welcoming environment for RV enthusiasts and travelers alike. Whether you're seeking a peaceful retreat or an adventure-packed getaway, Kingtown RV Park is the perfect spot for you. The ease of access to the water, and beautiful surroundings will ensure an unforgettable stay.

3. Happy Hippo Hilltop

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2 sites · Tents, RVs · Burkeville, TX

Discover our charming 5-acre hideaway, tucked away in the piney woods of Deep East Texas. Conveniently located, we are approximately 15 minutes away from the boat launches at Toledo Bend Lake, 30 minutes from Lake Sam Rayburn, and just 9 minutes from one of the largest ATV parks in Texas—the Sabine ATV Park ranked #2 by offroadingpro.com. Additionally, we have our very own Family Dollar and gas station less than a mile away that can meet most of your basic needs. That being said the nearest proper grocery store or hardware store is 20 to 30 minutes away. Our power offering is a 50amp plug so bring your adapter if you are looking to utilize power during your stay.

Public campgrounds in and near Sam Rayburn Reservoir

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Caney Creek Campground

26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Angelina National Forest

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Martin Dies Campground

176 sites · Tents, RVs · in Martin Dies, Jr. State Park

Red Hills Lake Campground

26 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sabine National Forest

Willow Oak Campground

15 sites · in Sabine National Forest

Indian Mounds Campground

37 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sabine National Forest

Lakeview Campground

10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sabine National Forest

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North Toledo Bend Campground

73 sites · Tents, RVs · in North Toledo Bend State Park

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South Toledo Bend Campground

79 sites · Tents, RVs · in South Toledo Bend State Park

Ragtown Campground

25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Sabine National Forest

Stories from the community

Adam

March 2025

25 ft travel trailer

1 night at Happy Hippo Hilltop

Great place to stay. Myself, my two daughters (and pup) really enjoyed this quite peaceful campsite. Property owners happened to be camping on the 2nd site and where very helpful and informative. Will stay here again!