The best camping in Eisenhower State Park, TX

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The best camping in Eisenhower State Park, TX

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this is Paradise on Lake Texoma

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10mi from Eisenhower State Park · 27 sites · Tents, Lodging · Pottsboro, TX
Paradise on Lake Texoma (formerly Paradise Cove) is a beautiful, secluded commercial campground located in the "Big Mineral Arm'' of Lake Texoma. Built in the 80's by the Corps of Engineers, Paradise has been a mainstay of the lake for many years. Recently, the current management team are working to grow Paradise into something special. With a huge focus on community and culture, Paradise has tons of space for people to come together and enjoy the company and also areas to wander off and find a quiet lakeside spot to relax. You'll also be able to catch one of the best breathtaking sunsets on the lake! The wildlife we have on the property is amazing! I have deer that sleep in my front yard, opossums, 600 bird species, and my favorite… the armadillos! We offer Kayaking on the property for a fee. We have a beautiful Hammock Garden free for guests to kick back and relax. Texoma Water Taxi is a text away to give guests a ride anywhere on the lake including restaurants. Rock-N A Ranch is roughly 20 minutes away and offers horseback riding. The Cabins and Campsites are within walking distance from each other but far enough away to create that illusion of privacy. We do have a neighborhood close by but you can’t see or hear them due to the woods.  In my travels, I try to bring back something I’ve seen or learned to help improve the guest experience and environment. You’ll notice little touches of Asia, Mexico, and even Hill Country Texas! We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and treat every guest like family. We’re always a text away! You’ll see us out and about on our golf carts. If you ever need anything just holler (: Check-in time is at 3 pm. Our staff works really hard to make sure everything is perfect for your stay and we can’t guarantee it will be if you arrive before then. Parking, we work really hard to keep our property beautiful. Be sure to park in parking areas only.
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Serenity Garden-Thakkar Ranch

0.9mi from Eisenhower State Park · 6 sites · Tents, Lodging · Denison, TX
🌊 Location & Nearby Attractions\ Lake Texoma (5–10 minutes away) One of the largest reservoirs in the U.S., Lake Texoma is famous for: Fishing – Known as the Striper Capital of the World. Boating & Sailing – Rent a boat, take a sunset cruise, or enjoy water sports. Beaches & Swimming – Sandy shores perfect for relaxing or playing in the water. Eisenhower State Park (7 minutes away) This beautiful Texas state park offers: Hiking & Nature Trails – Scenic walks through limestone cliffs, forests, and wildflower fields. Picnics & Wildlife Viewing – Spot deer, armadillos, and countless bird species. Lake Access – Boat ramps, swimming coves, and fishing piers. Local Experiences Downtown Denison – Stroll through historic Main Street with boutiques, antique shops, cafés, and live music. Wineries & Breweries – Visit Homestead Winery, Hidden Hangar Winery, or local craft breweries for tastings. Historical Sites – Explore the Eisenhower Birthplace Historic Site and Red River Railroad Museum. Golf & Outdoor Fun – Tee off at one of several nearby golf courses or explore horseback riding trails.
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Dave's Hideout

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32mi from Eisenhower State Park · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Kenefic, OK
My location is about 8 miles due west of the little town of Caney, Oklahoma. I’m very rural, no close neighbors, 19 acres of pasture and woods. Plenty of places to park, one area is back in the woods a bit with water and 50 amp service, others strictly boondocking. There’s not much “close” to me but I’m kind of centrally located between Atoka, Texoma and McGee lakes. Boggy depot state park and Fort Washita is close by and south of me is the Choctaw Casino. It’s very quiet and no nighttime lights so there’s an awesome night sky. Please check out the map I've included in my photos for precise directions. The last 2.5 miles to get to my house is by gravel road and my entrance may be a bit difficult to spot but my name and address is on the big black mailbox. Just turn in and cross the cattle guard and go through the driveway into the open field. Parking is on the north side of the drive along the tree line or back in the woods. Don’t hesitate to contact me directly for directions. If you follow my guidance, you should have no problem finding me or turning into my drive. Pets are welcome but I suggest they remain on a leash if you’re around my house or other campers and please clean up after them. The open field around my house is not always mowed because my neighbor cuts the hay and I like the spring wildflowers. I try to keep a walking path around my place but I travel too so at times it may not be well maintained. Since I do travel a lot, I may not be home when you arrive. Please make yourself at home and leave the place as you found it. Thank you!
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Camp Tonkawa Woods & Horse Camp

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28mi from Eisenhower State Park · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging · Collinsville, TX
In the early 1900’s an iconic red barn was built near the hilltop along the road between the old Mt. Zion community and Collinsville. Later in the 1900’s, the land was mostly abandoned by its owners, but not by the local fishermen! They knew its woodland fishing pond never dried up, and so was able to support a better population of fish. They also dumped a cornucopia of old motorcycles, cars and farm equipment in the front field. What else were you supposed to do with scrap metal in North Texas horse country? In 2002 the Holtzman family purchased the 35 acre tract of land. They dug a front pond for swimming and paddling, buried the scrap metal (although occasional bits of history still work their way up!), restored and brought horses back to the barn, and began consulting with local biologists about supporting native wildlife. April Holtzman launched Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center on the property to provide a beautiful, safe place for families to explore and learn about nature. Camp Tonkawa continues to host overnight and day camps with educational programing organized around various themes including: Native American culture, nature awareness, basic camping skills, primitive survival, organic gardening, herbology, outdoor cooking, western days, and horsemanship. We also host field trips and frequently conduct Girl Scout journeys for all levels in the "It's Your Planet, Love it!" series. Due to Covid-19, which limited working with groups for our educational programing, we joined Hip Camp where families who could isolate in nature together on our property.
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4G Ranch at Tipps Lake

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37mi from Eisenhower State Park · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Valley View, TX
Relax on 26 acres of rolling pasture with native trees and a private 6-acre lake. Enjoy huge Texas sunsets overlooking grazing cattle. Bring your kayaks or paddle boards to cruise on the private lake. Relax and read a book in the tree shade or hike around the lake. Check out our lake wildlife including plenty of waterfowl that regularly visit. Bring your fishing poles - the peninsula is a perfect fishing location on our stocked lake! Courteous canine friends are welcome. Our camping area is a graded grass and dirt area off of a gravel driveway with shade trees and a lake view. Enjoy a peaceful camping setting. There is a shared water hydrant for the campsites. For bigger water and easy access to Lake Ray Roberts State Park, head over to the Johnson Branch of Lake Ray Roberts which is less than 15 minutes away. We are located next door to 555 Vineyard and the Vineyard Tasting room. Also, check out downtown Valley View with local restaurants including Blue Bonnet Cafe, York N Ale, Hess Meat Market, and Firelight Vineyard just 7 minutes away. Edge of the Lake Vineyard is also 7 minutes away. Drinking water is available at the campsites from a water hydrant. No electricity is available at campsites. There are no bathroom amenities here. Guests will need to be self-contained, take waste with them and leave no trace.
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Fieldsong Farm

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49mi from Eisenhower State Park · 2 sites · Tents, RVs · Lucas, TX
In 2013, we bought our 13 acres from a larger parcel of land that had been owned and farmed by the Snider family for 150 years. (Note that we live on Snider Lane). The Sniders played an important part in the development of our town, Lucas, and surrounding schools. The rest of the land has been sold to two families, and all three purchasers (that includes us!) are establishing small family farms. Hurray! Plus the Snider's old house and barn next door are being renovated by the new owners! Since 2013, we have brought in water and electricity to the land, built fences, a house and several barns. We have a flock of chickens, a bunch of loud, nosey Nubian dairy goats, 2 cats and 2 dogs. We farm organic vegetables, and have planted some fruit trees. We are committed to conservation of our land and the wildlife that call it home, and are working to restore our wildflower meadow (location of the campsite) to original prairie state. Come see us; we'd like to share it all with you! Learn more about this land: Come to Fieldsong Farm, absorb the peace and serenity, and leave refreshed! Stake your tent on the edge of our tallgrass wildflower meadow, and immerse yourself in diversity where the city ends and the country begins. Enjoy a fire in the fire ring from your seat on a "porch" swing as the sun goes down and the wildlife begin their nightly symphony. When the sun comes up, you'll have many choices to make--cycling, horseback riding, fishing, boating, paddling, hiking, running, strolling, visiting with the goats, cats and chickens, helping with farm chores, or just sitting to enjoy the peace and serenity of the farm. There are many great shopping and eating choices withing 15 miles. Breakfast will be brought to your campsite for an additional fee, booked in advance. Horse pasture rentals is available, also booked in advance. (We do not offer horseback riding,) Eggs, local honey, seasonal veggies, baked goods artisan food products, goat milk products and firewood are available for sale. No dirt bikes, ATVs or RTVs; no motorcycles except as transportation. No discharge of firearms allowed. No hunting, no bows and arrows, no fireworks. Every camper group or RV group must have at least one person over 21 in the group. We do not have any horses to rent or ride.
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The best camping in Eisenhower State Park, TX guide

Overview

About

Along with the best views of Lake Texoma, Eisenhower State Park has everything lakeside campers might need, including miles of hiking and biking trails blooming with Texan wildflowers, rocky shores dotted with lake fossils, and dedicated OHV trails for an extra dose of adrenaline. Getting on the water is a must, whether you bring your own boat, rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard, or cool off at the swimming cove. Don’t forget your fishing tackle, as the lake is teeming with striped bass, crappie, and catfish. Campers can choose from six campgrounds and a cabin.

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for swimming: Elm Point Campground has 13 sites with electric and water hookups, and is closest to the swimming area.
  • Best for fishing: Bois D’Arc Campground boasts a strategic location with access to both the fishing pier and boat ramp. 
  • Best for late arrivals: Overflow Campground has 11 non-reservable sites for tents or RVS.  

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve campsites at the park’s five main campgrounds in advance via the Texas State Parks website. Campsites at the Overflow Campground are first-come, first-served.
  2. Campsite reservations open five months in advance. 
  3. Campsites book up fast for summer and holiday weekends—book as early as possible, especially if you have a particular site in mind (such as campsite #179 with its unbeatable lake views).

When to go

Eisenhower State Park is open year-round, but it can get busy anytime from spring through fall. Daytime temperatures can reach over 90°F in summer, so make an early start if you want to hike. It’s sometimes warm enough to swim in late spring, and this is the most scenic time to hike, when wildflowers begin to bloom along the trails. However, April and May are typically the wettest months, so come prepared. 

Know before you go

  • Eisenhower State Park is located 80 miles north of Dallas, or about a 1.5-hour drive away.
  • Park entrance fees are required in addition to camping fees, and general entrance reservations can be made up to one month in advance.
  • Facilities in the park include restrooms, picnic benches, two fishing piers, fish washing stations, and a park store selling souvenirs, firewood, and snacks. You can also purchase groceries and camping supplies in Denison, a 15-minute drive away.
  • You can bring your own boat or watercraft, or rent kayaks, standup paddleboards, or pontoon boats from Eisenhower Yacht Club.
  • Birdwatching is a highlight, so pack your binoculars.

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