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Double Lake Recreation Area
FSU.S. Forest Service — COLDSPRING · Texas · National Forests and Grasslands in Texas
| Agency | FSU.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Area | National Forests and Grasslands in Texas |
| Location | COLDSPRING · Texas · National Forests and Grasslands in Texas · 30.53306, -95.12889 · Map |
| Sites | 45 public sites counted from the federal listing — 17 standard electric; 11 standard nonelectric; 9 group tent only area nonelectric; 5 rv electric; 1 group shelter electric; 1 group shelter nonelectric |
| 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 45 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 22 of 45 sites Sewer hookups at 10 of 45 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 10 of 45 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 45 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 30 sites · 30 ft: 21 sites · 35 ft: 12 sites · 40 ft: 9 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 4:00 PM · Out 1:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 42 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 20 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 936-653-3448 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
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 Double Lake Recreation Area was built in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and offers a little of everything, including camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking and simply relaxing in nature. A variety of tent, RV and group campsites are available. Recreation Double Lake is open for fishing year round. Only boats with small electric motors are allowed. A 5-mile hiking trail leads to Big Creek Scenic Area, and there is access to part of the 128-mile Lone Star Hiking Trail. A 20-mile mountain bike trail meanders around the lake. Swimmers can relax on a sandy beach after taking a cool plunge. Learn more about recreation in the national forest.
Facilities Double Lake Recreation Area facilities includes family camping units, group camping, picnicking units, a picnic shelter, beach with swimming area and a concession stand with bathhouse. Natural Features The area has rolling hills forested with hardwood and pines. The campground is surrounded by the 23-acre Double Lake.
Temperatures are moderate to cool from September through May, and hot and humid from June to August. Winters are cool and wet. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (936) 344-6205.
Directions, from the listing
From New Waverly, Texas, go 22 miles east on Highway 150 to FM 2025. Turn and drive south 0.25 miles to the campground.
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Trip Card — Double Lake Recreation Area
COLDSPRING · Texas · National Forests and Grasslands in Texas
| Agency | FS · U.S. Forest Service |
|---|---|
| Location | COLDSPRING · Texas · National Forests and Grasslands in Texas |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 23 · full hookups at 10 |
| Max RV | Up to 45 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 45 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232430 · 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.