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Burns Run West
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Cartwright · Oklahoma · Lake Texoma
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lake Texoma |
| Location | Cartwright · Oklahoma · Lake Texoma · 33.86327, -96.58023 · Map |
| Sites | 122 public sites counted from the federal listing — 104 standard electric; 11 tent only nonelectric; 5 group standard electric; 2 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 111 of 122 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 120 of 122 sites Sewer hookups at 21 of 122 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 21 of 122 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 100 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 109 sites · 30 ft: 109 sites · 35 ft: 109 sites · 40 ft: 106 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 6:00 PM · Out 4:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 122 sites, as reported |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 580-965-4922 |
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This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Burns Run West Campground is located on Lake Texoma in Oklahoma's Cross Timbers Region. The lake is thought to be the "Playground of the Southwest," where outdoor activities like fishing, boating, hiking, and hunting abound. Recreation Lake Texoma is a large reservoir with an excellent fishery and many access points. Boating, swimming, water skiing, hunting, birding and relaxing on the sandy beaches are the typical pursuits of most visitors.
The lake is known as the "Striper Capital of the World," one of the few reservoirs in the nation where striped bass reproduce naturally. Other popular species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrid striped bass, white crappie, black crappie, channel catfish, and blue catfish.
Also available is the scenic Cross Timbers hiking trail, a very popular trail that winds for 14 miles above the lake on rocky ledges and through blackjack woodland. Forty miles of equestrian trails surround the lake as well. Facilities Burns Run West offers 117 family campsites, 105 of which have electrical and water hookups. Five group campsites and two large, day-use group picnic shelters with electricity are available as well.
Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers and drinking water. Three dump stations, a boat ramp, playground and beach are located on-site. Natural Features The campground is situated on the southeastern shores of Lake Texoma, with beautiful views overlooking the main portion of lake. Post and blackjack oaks forest the rolling hills of the region. Deer, turkeys, bobcats, hawks, waterfowl, and songbirds are abundant around the lake. Nearby Attractions The lake features two wildlife refuges, two state parks, and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.
Directions, from the listing
From Highway 75 in Denison, Texas, take Exit 72 to Highway 91, travel north on 91 across Denison Dam, 5 miles. Take the second left, follow signs for about 1.5 miles.
Physical address: 825 West Burns Run Road, Cartwright, OK 74731
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Trip Card — Burns Run West
Cartwright · Oklahoma · Lake Texoma
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Cartwright · Oklahoma · Lake Texoma |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 111 · full hookups at 21 |
| Max RV | Up to 100 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 122 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233703 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.