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Caddo Lake Campground

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Caddo Lake Campground includes four well-equipped areas for RV and tent campers.

  • Best for RVs: Woodpecker Hollow offers full hookup sites for RVs only.
  • Best for tents: Mill Pond offers 20 sites for tents, pop-ups, and small trailers only, and is the closest to Saw Mill Pond.
  • Best for comfort: Nine cabins offer bathrooms, A/C, heat, and some kitchen amenities.

The eight campsites at Woodpecker Hollow provide full water, electricity, and sewer hookups for RVs, and this camping area 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 seclusion, pitch your tent at Armadillo Run, an area farther away from the other three camping areas. You’ll find eight sites with water and electricity hook ups here, along with the fire rings, grills, and picnic tables that are available at all campsites within the park.

The campsites in Squirrel Haven are tricked out with water and electricity hookups, as well as picnic tables, grills, and fire ring. You’ll also find seven screened shelters in this area, which can fit up to eight people each. Just off of Saw Mill Pond you’ll find the Mill Pond Camping area. Choose between 20 sites equipped with running water, picnic tables, grills, and fire rings. This is a great choice for tent campers, since motorhomes aren’t allowed in the area.

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  • Avinger Station RV Park
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Avinger Station RV Park

15 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Avinger, TX
Avinger Station RV Park The History of the Station Established in 1876 as a Railroad Depot Avinger Station operated as such until the mid 20th century. After being put out to pasture, the depot was rescued from oblivion as a barn and brought back to Avinger in 1998. It was moved to a more prominent location near its original site in June of 2021 after pondering how the depot might serve the community once again. Desiring to preserve and improve our community’s heritage of service to travelers and trades, the depot is being restored and will serve as the RV Park office. AMENITIES •20/30/50 AMP Power, Water & Sewer Conveniently located next to all RV sites •Online Reservations & Check-in Browse our available pads online and reserve before you come. •Concrete pads, patios, and roads Easy in and out. Big rigs welcome. •Complimentary Wi-Fi 1 Gigabyte / 100Mb Fiber Internet Access •Laundry / Bathroom / Fitness Laundry & Bathroom are in service. Fitness equipment is partially in service. •Restaurant & Museum Under construction In time Avinger Station will serve coffee, a hot breakfast, and soup and sandwiches for lunch as well as host a small community museum. Our aim is to make your stay easy and enjoyable as you travel to or through East Texas. POLICIES RESERVATIONS, RATES AND PAYMENTS •Every guest and reservation is important. If you must cancel your reservation, please call us at least 2 days prior to your arrival date to cancel your reservation to recieve a full refund. If you cancel with less that 2 days notice, we can rebook your stay, or issue a partial refund. •Rates and policies are subject to change and may vary. a 7 day cancellation notice is required for some holidays, special events, and whole campground bookings. •Rental payments must be made in advance or upon arrival. ACCOMMODATIOS AND ACTIVITIES •Check-out time is 11:00am •Quite hours are from 10pm to 8am. •Speed limit is 5MPH •Only on RV and two other vehicles are allowed per site. they must be clean and good condition regardless of age. •Sites must be kept clean. A dumpster is available for bagged trash. •A sewer hose "donut" or "L" connector is required. •Campfires are allowed only in fire pits or grills that are raised and contain the fire. Breeo fire pits and grills are available for rent. •The code for use of the bridge (laundromat, bath, and exercise room) must not be given out to anyone of your party. •Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while outside your RV at all times. •Only 2 pets are allowed per RV and must not disturb other guests. Pets outside must be on leash, under control, and not left unattended. Pet owners are responsible to immediately picl up after their pets. Plastic bags and bins are available for waste. •Use of generations is prohibited, expect during a power storage. •Washing or changing oil of vehicles in the park is prohibited. •Smoking is prhohibited inside avinger station's depot (office, cafe, and museum) and bridge (laundromat, bath, and exercise room.) •Do unto othere as you would have them do unto you. WAIVER OF LIABILITY •To the extent permitted by law, user hereby indemnifies, releases and agrees to protect and hold harmless avinger station, its officers, owners, employees, and agents ('avinger station parties"), from and against all claims, causes of action, and/or liability arising out of or related to user's use of the RV site, campground's property, and/or any condition thereon, without limit and wihtout regard to the cause or causes thereof or the gross negligence of avinger station parties.
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Rita C.recommends
October 16, 2018
Alligators and wildlife
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Nina R.recommends
September 27, 2018
Bring mosquito repellent
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Devin B.recommends
April 21, 2018
Camped in the Armadillo Run Camping Area. While beautiful with tons of trees, it is very close to a major road and you can consistently hear traffic. Will stay in Mill Pond area next time. Lovely park with great canoeing options! Make sure to bring bug spray - TONS of mosquitos!
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Bob M.recommends
November 24, 2017
The lake's landscape is amazing.
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Melinda H.
May 30, 2017
Caddo Lake is beautiful! We only spent one night there as we were passing through, but the swampy cypress trees stole my heart.
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Melissa Barron S.
May 3, 2017
This is my favorite spot to camp in Texas! Beautiful, big trees provide lots of shade. We've even been on the Fourth of July and had a great time. It wasn't too hot at all. Their fireworks display is one of the best around. The campground is so laid back and relaxing. We always get a canoe when we go and have a picnic on the water. I've been several times and can't wait to go back!
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Michelle F.
April 24, 2017
Just returned from our camping trip to Caddo. I opt for one of the screened in shelters, just in case some spring TX weather turned wet on us... and I'm so glad I did! Shelters are great, stayed totally dry during a wicked T-storm. Rented a canoe for 48 hrs from the park, but had limited use because of a wind advisory on the lake (whomp). Wandered the Nature trail instead, good stuff and an easy hike. Grab a Jr. Ranger backpack from the HQ for added entertainment. hint: limited shopping, so make sure you bring EVERYTHING, including dry fire wood. Spacious camping spots, swing sets for kiddos, little cell service by the lake. Great place to unplug, will be back to gain more paddle miles for sure!
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Lavender M.
October 14, 2015
If you're longing for the smell of pine needles and a cacophony of birds, Caddo Lake is your spot. We camped at Mill Pond, which allows tents only, and comes highly recommended. Rent a canoe and some poles and go fishing early among the bald cypress, and float into a seemingly prehistoric world (watch for gators). Caddo Lake is a birders paradise. We hiked every trail on the map, and enjoyed a solitary picnic at the CCC pavilion. We get high on the lake then we float down the river Get off on the backroads get lost in the woods Very deep in the heart of Uncertain Texas I tried hard to leave there but never did good -Guy Clark
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Niki I.
October 13, 2015
We loved this park! It was so fun to walk around and check our the different views the park has to offer. We took the paddle-wheel steamboat tour out of Karnack and later explored Jefferson. It was a wonderful trip and we've been aching to go back!
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Texas V.
January 21, 2015
Lots of space to explore the surrounding woods and swampy marshes around the campgrounds. One of the main attractions at Caddo Lake is exploring the lake by canoe. There is easy access to canoe rentals near the campground and you can even bring your own Stand Up Paddle board if that's your preferred method for exploring the lake! There is a lot of rich history in this part of Texas and you can take a tour of Caddo Lake by way of the last known wood-burning, steam powered, stern paddle-wheel touring vessel in the world; The Graceful Ghost.

Your guide to camping in Caddo Lake Campground

Overview

Boating

Cruise through the bayous shrouded in mystical Spanish moss at Caddo Lake State Park. From the hidden ponds to the sloughs, there are so many scenic areas to enjoy on water. In fact, Caddo Lake is over 26,000 acres big, so you might just have to visit twice. Just remember to check out these alligator safety tips before hitting the water!

Fishing

With over 26,000 acres of water, there are endless opportunities to fish at Caddo Lake State Park. Just cast a line to hook one of the 70 species of fish present within the mossy depths and sprawling cypress roots that make up the lake’s unique scenery. And better yet—you don’t need a license to fish!

Hiking

Wind your way through the stunning forest of Caddo Lake State Park. The cypress trees and dangling Spanish moss make for a one-of-a-kind hiking experience in Texas. There are three trails to explore: Caddo Forest, Pine Ridge Loop, and Woodpecker Hollow. The first two are considered moderate, with Woodpecker Hollow ranked as beginner. However, the first quarter-mile section of the Caddo Forest trail is ADA-compliant, so almost everyone can enjoy the beauty of the park.

Paddling

Paddling Caddo Lake is the best way to discover the haunting beauty of the winding bayous and complex cypress root passageways. Seriously—there are over 50 miles of mapped kayak and canoe trails to follow. Just be sure to read the alligator safety tips before you hit the water! And if you don’t have a canoe of your own, rentals are available within the park.

Wildlife watching

The unique wildlife experience at Caddo Lake State Park is truly in a league of its own. Paddle through the bayous yourself or hop on a boat tour for the best chance to spot an elusive alligator. Other aquatic wildlife include turtles, frogs, and beavers. And on land, it’s common to spot mink, squirrels, and nutina.

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