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Clear Lake (Tx)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — PRINCETON · Texas · Lavon Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Lavon Lake |
| Location | PRINCETON · Texas · Lavon Lake · 33.05528, -96.48194 · Map |
| Sites | 23 public sites counted from the federal listing — 22 standard electric; 1 group standard 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 23 of 23 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 23 of 23 sites Sewer hookups at 23 of 23 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 23 of 23 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 98 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 23 sites · 30 ft: 23 sites · 35 ft: 23 sites · 40 ft: 23 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 3:00 PM · Out 2:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 24 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 972-442-3014 |
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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 Clear Lake Campground has a prime location on the shores of Lavon Lake. It is the only shaded campground at the lake, and provides a quiet space for anglers, bird watchers and photographers.
The park is just northeast of Dallas, Texas, and just east of the Southfork Ranch, where the hit TV series, "Dallas," was filmed. Recreation Visitors of all ages enjoy outdoor opportunities like fishing, boating, hiking, and picnicking. Anglers often find channel catfish, crappie, striped bass and hybrid bass. Facilities The Clear Lake Campground offers 23 sites with water, sewer and electric hookups. Hot showers, a boat ramp and fishing dock are also available.
The group campground fits 200 people and has toilets reserved solely for group campers. The picnic shelter at the group site comes with electric and water hookups, four cookers, and a campfire ring. There's also a large playing field for sports. Natural Features Grassy flat fields and leafy shade trees cover the campground. The Lavon Lake spans 21,400 acres and stems from the East Fork of the Trinity River. Nearby Attractions The town of Wylie is home to a wildlife rescue and education center. Visitors can see lions, leopards, cougars, bobcats and more.
Directions, from the listing
While traveling on US Highway 380 in Princeton, TX, take South 2nd Street (County Road 982) South. County Road 982 changes into County Road 735. At the 4 way stop sign (just past the Lavon Lake Camp and Conference Center), take a right on County Road 436. Watch for Clear Lake signs. Take County Road 436 and follow into Clear Lake Park.
Nearest federal campgrounds
1 mi straight-line · WYLIE TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersEast Fork (Tx)
2 mi straight-line · WYLIE TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersLavonia
2 mi straight-line · LAVON TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersLakeland Pavilion
4 mi straight-line · FARMSVILLE TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersWestlake Day Use
30 mi straight-line · Lake Dallas Texas
Trip Card — Clear Lake (Tx)
PRINCETON · Texas · Lavon Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | PRINCETON · Texas · Lavon Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 23 · full hookups at 23 |
| Max RV | Up to 98 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 23 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232552 · 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.