The best forest campgrounds in Wright Patman Lake

100% (215 reviews)

Set up camp under tall pines and oaks around Wright Patman Lake—this spot draws forest lovers for a reason. With over 560 camping options tucked in the woods, you’ll find sites where deer wander through camp at dawn and the calls of barred owls echo at dusk. Average stays run about $40 a night, but you can snag a spot for as low as $19. The top picks: Coppergate Ranch (83 reviews), Barefoot Gee's (66 reviews), and BlackBerryPines Disc & Camp (19 reviews). Hot showers, clean toilets, and pet-friendly sites are the norm. Watch armadillos scurry through leaf litter, swim in clear lake water, or hit the trails on horseback—you’re not short on ways to fill the day out here.

Popular camping styles for Wright Patman Lake

Top-rated campgrounds

100% (215 reviews)

Set up camp under tall pines and oaks around Wright Patman Lake—this spot draws forest lovers for a reason. With over 560 camping options tucked in the woods, you’ll find sites where deer wander through camp at dawn and the calls of barred owls echo at dusk. Average stays run about $40 a night, but you can snag a spot for as low as $19. The top picks: Coppergate Ranch (83 reviews), Barefoot Gee's (66 reviews), and BlackBerryPines Disc & Camp (19 reviews). Hot showers, clean toilets, and pet-friendly sites are the norm. Watch armadillos scurry through leaf litter, swim in clear lake water, or hit the trails on horseback—you’re not short on ways to fill the day out here.

Popular camping styles for Wright Patman Lake

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Barefoot Gee's Texas

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11 sites · RVs, Tents · Daingerfield, TX

We are a Homestead farm, once the site of Kickapoo Indian camps ,the old wagon train road following their trails ,still scar this property . Now A peaceful wildlife refuge and tree farm, with artesian streams that run into Ellison Creek Reservoir Lake across the Road. Abundant with song birds, 9 acres of native trees, plants and wildlife including flying squirrel, red fox, armadillo, cat squirrel with owl, Crow, and hawk. Bald eagle on the lake. We have chickens ,Gardens and Goats .I have games ,swings , things to climb, trails to explore or build and a cold clean creek to play in. All easily supervised within your campsite.With preapproval/ You can make bicycle trails, jumps or obstacles during your stay here. you may borrow my bicycles, my kayaks * or my outdoor games. You can feed the animals and pet the bunnies. Baby chicks to hold in season.I can provide you with things to chop up or things to dig up at your own risk.Upon request . I will take you on a nature tour and show you God‘s hidden things in season. Teach you how to cook on an open fire or just visit for a while just for the asking. You can rent my tent and camping gear.I generally have eggs ,garden vegetables and flowers for sale in season. Multiple items for rent and for sale at the camp store. I will cook you breakfast or provide morning coffee.*We have picnic kits available*. There is no accident insurance provided for you at this campsite. You are responsible for yourself and every person or pet you bring on site. I am not responsible for any accident Or injury caused by yourself or nature.

2. Coppergate Ranch

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25 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Mount Pleasant, TX

With remnants of a petrified forest, dinosaurs, Caddo Indians, pioneers, homesteaders, this land has seen it all. Now it is a woodland ranch with an event venue, horses, farm animals, trails, fishing ponds and camping. A true "Country Club" where you can escape your world and the stresses of technology in the style you wish. We have an on site RV's, and event venue, with 3 private bathrooms with showers, a club bar, catering kitchen and so much more! Perfect for the family that has a "glamper" and those who want to "rough it". Big enough to handle family reunions, weddings and parties yet .. big enough to give you the privacy you seek! Contact us for special events. In October we host Haunted Hallows which includes a haunted house trail and other Halloween based activities. Be sure to like our facebook page for updates. Close by are the towns of Mt pleasant, Daingerfield and Pittsburg. All have downtown areas with boutiques, antique and second hand shops to visit. There are several museums in the area including the Mid America Flight Museum - a private museum of over 60 vintage airplanes in flyable condition. In pittsburg there is the Ezekial aircraft and local history museum. also within 20 miles are major likes for water sports and sport fishing beyond our own famous "Catfish pond".

3. Free Range Humanity Project

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20 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Plain Dealing, LA

69 acres of raw land untouched since 1944. We pride ourselves in living free. We collect our own water, grow our own food, and produce our own power.The land is lush with trees and foliage for a perfect nature getaway. The serenity and silence is only interrupted by the beautiful sounds of the forest.

4. Big Al's Barefoot Bay

144 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents · Pittsburg, TX

Experience the unique charm of Big Al's Barefoot Bay, a serene campground located on the stunning shores of Lake Bob Sandlin. Our newly renovated Lake Front RV sites feature concrete pads and freshly paved roads, providing the perfect setting to enjoy breathtaking sunsets. For those seeking comfort, our cozy cabin rentals have been beautifully updated to ensure a relaxing stay. At Big Al's, we offer a convenient boat ramp complete with a dockside gas pump, making it easy to embark on your aquatic adventures. Rent boats and water sports equipment to fully immerse yourself in the lake experience. After a day of fun, treat yourself to delicious meals at Castaways Bar & Grill, our on-site restaurant. Don’t forget to visit Big Al's General Store & Gift Shop, where you can stock up on camping essentials, including ice, beer, wine, food, live bait, and tackle for your fishing excursions. Whether you're planning a family getaway or a peaceful retreat, Big Al's Barefoot Bay is the ideal destination for relaxation and recreation. Our picturesque location offers a variety of outdoor activities, including boating, fishing, and kayaking on Lake Bob Sandlin. Explore scenic hiking and biking trails that meander through the area, or visit Witness Park and the Prayer Tower for stunning views of the lake.

5. Pleasant Hill Pines of Red Slough

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5 sites · RVs, Tents · Haworth, OK

A Peaceful Family RV Park with Utilities Available Just 4 Miles from Alligators and more than 350 bird types. Perfect for families and couples alike. Red Slough WMA covers 5,814 acres in McCurtain County in southeast Oklahoma. Located 6 miles south of Haworth, the area consists of consists of about 2,400 acres of wetlands (Red Slough WRP), 1,600 acres of shrub/scrub habitat, 1,100 acres of bottomland hardwood reforestation, 414 acres of reservoirs, and 300 acres of woodlands. In addition Push Creek intersects the entire WMA. It is cooperatively managed by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation, U.S. Forest Service, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Follow the links to wildlife management areas. Habitat consists of reclaimed rice farm fields, bottomland hardwoods, small areas of open prairie, and replanted hardwood areas. The area also has a waterfowl refuge. Non-toxic shot is required for hunting with deer archery hunting allowed. All waterfowl hunting is closed after 1:00 pm local time. The average annual precipitation for the area is 54 inches.

6. BlackBerryPines Disc & Camp

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44 sites · RVs, Tents · Rocky Mound, TX

BlackBerry Pines Disc & Camp is 27 acres of Piney woods. The property has a 20 hole Disc Golf course carved out of the woods. Very challenging and technical with Long and Short Turf tee pads. All baskets are Innova Discatchers. Come out and camp and play disc golf all day. Property has lots of elevation that makes for great hikes. Couple miles down the road is Barefoot Bay Rv Resort & Marine. The town of Pittsburg is less than 10 miles away for all the normal items you may need (Grocery, Hardware store, CVS pharmacy, Brewery!!! 😉)

7. Hart’s Corner Camping

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12 sites · Tents · Oil City, LA

Primitive camping on Caddo Lake is an experience like no other. Spanning 25,400 acres, the naturally formed fresh water lake gracefully crosses from Louisiana into Texas and is home to the largest cypress forest in the world. The area on which this camp is located is rich in history--once the dwelling place of Caddo Indians who were known for their basket weaving and pottery skills. The site was part of the land acquired by the Louisiana Purchase in 1803. Caddo Lake has a unique ecosystem and is a high quality habitat for many species, including migratory and resident waterfowl, osprey, eagles, alligators, and many species of fish. It is considered to be a valuable water system and Texas' only wetland of international importance. Kayaks, canoes, and peddle boats may be launched from the shore. Visitors will want to be familiar with Louisiana State Laws concerning boating and fishing, including those that apply to children. Fires are permitted unless there is a Parish mandated burn ban in effect.

8. Camp Allen Brightstar Camping

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1 site · Lodging · AR

Cushioned in the heart of timber country in SW Arkansas is where Camp Allen is nestled. You will wind down a pine canopy back woods road to find us. Reading a map and following directions is a skill required upon entry as cell signals glitch out in these woods. This journey will delight the adventures spirits seeking the road less traveled. Camp Allen is approximately 250acres. There is a private 15acre lake stocked with Bass & Perch on the grounds as well as hiking trails. Camp Allen is the perfect place to commune with nature and be inspired by Gods creation. Enjoy bird watching, star gazing, fishing, hiking, and the sights & sounds of the wild.

9. Peaceful Forrest Cabin With Pond

1 site · Lodging · Marietta, TX

A cozy tiny house cabin sits on the edge of 10 wooded acres with a catch-and-release pond. The nearest house is 75 yards away, and the closest neighbor is 300 yards, offering plenty of privacy. The cabin includes one bedroom with a queen bed, a full kitchen, a bathroom with a shower, and a den with TV and internet. Parking is available right next to the cabin.

10. Lake O Pines Adventure

4 sites · RVs, Tents · Avinger, TX

Little 1/2 acre nestled in peace just minutes from boat ramp. This is a park and 15ft walk to the tent site. In the process of solidifying drive in access but not quite there. Choose where u want to set up ur tent. Lake o pines is a beautiful lake for a wonderful day of fishing or just cruising around on the lake . Nearby stores just a few blocks away for those last minute items

Stories from the community

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Caleb

2 weeks ago

1 night at Free Range Humanity Project

Had an excellent time. Very friendly hosts and great value.

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Jessica

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Coppergate Ranch

Great place to camp with Lynda and Reston being great hosts! We got in very late due to an unseen emergency and Reston still escorted us to our camp site. The grounds were great with so much room to explore. The Haunt was awesome and being able to order breakfast the last day was so much easier for pack up.

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Lizzie

3 weeks ago

1 night at Free Range Humanity Project

A unique, nature-immersed stay with an off-grid feel. The spot was peaceful, affordable, and felt safe. Its good for anyone looking to unplug and enjoy a simple outdoor experience.

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Pansy

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Barefoot Gee's Texas

Linda was so helpful and welcoming! She took us straight to our site and had firewood waiting for us. Her dogs and goat greeted us with big smiles.

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Dante

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Free Range Humanity Project

My girlfriend and I scheduled to stay on Donte’s land last minute and we were still greeted with hospitality. Awesome property to stay on and some lovely doggy co-hosts! All around great place to be, definitely recommend and we will be back!

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Jillian

September 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Free Range Humanity Project

All your amenities are taken care of at this lovely homestead cabin stay. Donte, his wife and adorable daughter welcomed me to the cabin and made sure everything I needed was taken care of. If you are coming in at night, the coordinates provided are exactly where the entrance is, so pay attention, you may pass it up as it appears to just be a small break in the trees. Couldn't recommend this stay more!

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Richard

September 2025

28 ft travel trailer

1 night at Barefoot Gee's Texas

This was an amazing stay. Her property is wooded and you feel secluded. She took the time to show me around and find my spot. She is a very good host. I will be going back.

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Gail

July 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Camp Allen Brightstar Camping

Camp Allen is amazing! It was the perfect place for our group. Thank you!

Ryu

July 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coppergate Ranch

We loved our first stay at Lynda’s. Ruston took care of us mainly from picking the best spot that suit us, we had a great time and this is the place if you want to experience the real “Southern Hospitality”. They have bathrooms, showers, even a kitchen, literally everything. It’s a 200 acres land so you won’t have to worry about bumping up with other campers, you can be as private or involved as you wish. We will be back for sure!! And thank y’all again for making this stay great for us.

Kim

May 2025

Tent

1 night at Barefoot Gee's Texas

Quiet, woodsy, safe and serene! Andy, the owner’s German Shepherd, camped with me and is just the sweetest dog! Linda is a great host and helped resolve my battery pack issues by running power all the way down to my site so everything had power and full charge is restored to my battery pack and me! She has a beautiful spot with a fire pit all set up, plenty of chairs, 2 grills and an eating table and another small folding table too. The outhouse is charming! Great place-I’ll be back if I’m ever this way. Thanks Linda!

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Natalie

April 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Coppergate Ranch

It’s an ideal woodsy campsite with a picnic bench, clean outhouse as advertised, flat spots for tents and a pond. The frogs were not too loud at night by the pond - just the right amount of nature sounds. We took the row boat out and used the life jackets from the chest by the pond (beware of aggressive wasps in the chest! They keep wasp spray in the porta potty.) It was about a 1/3 mile walk (or bike ride) to the wedding venue to use the nice showers and kitchen. The VERY big and loud but VERY smart and friendly (don’t be scared) family dog guided us along the trail to and from the venue. Highlight for us! Lynda and Ruston were so welcoming and accommodating. We saw that is was supposed to rain by 5am and Ruston offered to move us closer to venue. (But we slept in our van so we could stay at the campsite.) And we got so lucky that we happened to be there for Easter Sunday and we were invited to the family breakfast and egg hunt. Perfect for our 4 year old and so thoughtful. Then we got to meet all the farm animals. Just a magical time!

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Mildred

April 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Coppergate Ranch

We were luckily the only ones camping this weekend so they allowed us to camp wherever.☺️ we ended up by the catfish pond and absolutely enjoyed it! Our dogs were having so much fun swimming & we paddled out on the water. Hiking the property was pretty fun too! Their dogs did show up to say hi & even followed us around some of the property :) luckily our dogs are friendly. We loved it :)

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Joy

April 2025

34 ft Class A

With kids

1 night at Pleasant Hill Pines of Red Slough

We stayed overnight at this site, but our kids wish that we had stayed longer. Doug was so friendly and attentive. We were able to go visit some nearby attractions that he recommended and our kids loved it—especially the free museum. I would definitely recommend this location again!

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Sydni

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Coppergate Ranch

Host was very kind and helpful! Beautiful spot to camp for the weekend and had great amenities. Would definitely recommend to someone!

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Ryan

March 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Hart’s Corner Camping

I can’t recommend Hart’s Corner enough. Had a perfect spot on a peninsula. Beautiful views. Hart made sure we were well taken care of once we set up. Good fishing, especially if you can bring a small kayak and get out to the tree line.

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Joshua

March 2025

Tent

2 nights at Coppergate Ranch

This camp ground is beautiful and peaceful. An abundance of dogwoods, pine, and other trees. Catfish pond was the first thing we saw when we got up in the morning. So calming watching the water and listening to the morning birds singing while we sipped our coffee. The hosts were extremely kind and helpful and always available. My family and I will be adding this wonderful site to our favorite campgrounds.

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Kelly

March 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to Barefoot Gee's Texas

My family and I would absolutely recommend this place! The host was over-the-top accommodating and offered tons of activities for the kids. The campsites were well laid out with lots of trees, there was so much space for the kids to safely explore and for the dogs to roam. We did pay for the electricity option, and the ropes course for the kids. The outhouse was very clean.

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Jackson

January 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hart’s Corner Camping

Everything about this campsite, and our host were awesome! Easy booking, check-in, and access. Hart was communicative, friendly and very welcoming. We arrived around 2:30, drove straight into camp, clearly marked with signs, we took in the awesome view, then got set up for the night. Hart checked in with us soon after we arrived and made sure we were all set, and gave us his personal contact info if we needed anything. Extremely friendly guy. The next day when it came to checking out, we left a bit early but Hart made sure to text us to make sure that everything went okay. The site itself was beautiful with easy access, plenty of wood around for a fire, we fished for a bit in the lake, and then watched the stars before bed. It did get quite chilly but that’s to be expected in January! We will surely be back as this was a perfect camping trip!! Thanks, Hart!

Spencer

December 2024

Tent

Weekend Trip to Hart’s Corner Camping

We stayed on the peninsula and it was an amazing spot with direct access to the lake. Views were great, the spot had privacy and the host Hart was readily available for anything we might have needed. Not hard to get to at all, I would recommend this spot to anyone wanting to explore Caddo lake. Thank you again Hart for sharing your property with us!