High View
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — Ennis · Texas · Bardwell Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Bardwell Lake |
| Location | Ennis · Texas · Bardwell Lake · 32.27139, -96.66778 · Map |
| Sites | 39 public sites counted from the federal listing — 32 rv electric; 6 standard electric; 1 group picnic area |
| 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 39 of 39 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 39 of 39 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 39 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 39 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 80 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 40 sites · 30 ft: 40 sites · 35 ft: 30 sites · 40 ft: 30 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 | $22 fee applies to 50 amp electrical service sites. $18 fee applies to 30 amp electrical service sites. Failure to checkout by 2pm may result in additional fees. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 2:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 40 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 1 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Boat rampCampground hostDump stationFlush toiletsLake accessShowersVault toilets |
| Phone | 972-875-5711 |
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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 2026-03-11.
From the official listing
Overview High View Park is on a long peninsula on the western shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas.
Recreation Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent.
Facilities High View Park offers campsites with water and 50-amp electric hookups, and 30-amp electric hookups, picnic sites and one reservable Day Use group picnic pavilion, accommodating up to 50 people.
A four-lane boat ramp and a courtesy dock make access to the lake easy. While public restrooms with showers help provide a comfortable camping experience.
Natural Features The park is grassy and partially forested with a mix of shade and sun. The lake's cool, blue water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat, while bluebonnets and other wildflowers surround the lakeshore each spring. Nearby Attractions Numerous amenities, as well as cultural and historical attractions, lie in the nearby cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
Directions, from the listing
From Ennis, Texas: From Interstate 45, exit onto U.S. Highway 287 Bypass (Exit #247). Travel 4.5 miles and exit at the Bardwell Lake exit sign. Turn left onto Highway 34 and go 2.5 miles southwest. After crossing the Bardwell Lake bridge, take the first left onto High View Park Road. Travel 0.2-mile to the High View Park entrance station.
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Trip Card — High View
Ennis · Texas · Bardwell Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | Ennis · Texas · Bardwell Lake |
| Fees | $22 fee applies to 50 amp electrical service sites. $18 fee applies to 30 amp electrical service sites. Failure to checkout by 2pm may result in additional fees. |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 39 |
| Max RV | Up to 80 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 39 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232602 · 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.