Lakeside (Tx)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — COLEMAN · Texas · Hords Creek Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Hords Creek Lake |
| Location | COLEMAN · Texas · Hords Creek Lake · 31.84667, -99.57944 · Map |
| Sites | 94 public sites counted from the federal listing — 82 standard electric; 6 overnight shelter electric; 5 group 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 94 of 94 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 94 of 94 sites Sewer hookups at 31 of 94 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 31 of 94 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: 83 sites · 30 ft: 83 sites · 35 ft: 82 sites · 40 ft: 80 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 95 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 4 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Amenities, as reported | Flush toiletsShowers |
| Phone | 325-625-2322 |
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 The Lakeside Campground and Recreation Area is partially open year-round on the northern side Hords Creek Lake and fully open March 1 through September 30 . Recreation Bring your rod for fishing that includes largemouth bass, white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and sunfish. The record largemouth bass caught here is 11 pounds 4 ounces. Facilities All of the campsites have water and electric hookups, some have sewer hookups. Boat ramps, fishing piers and showers can be found throughout the campground. Also, six sites come with screened shelters to aid with windy weather.
Natural Features The lake is nestled in the middle of Texas, surrounded by gently rolling hills dotted with Live oak trees. Nearby Attractions Drive through neighboring Friendship Park and Lakeside Park or for a dose of city conveniences, head to Coleman, just eight miles east of the lake. Charges & Cancellations Standard Cancellation Rates Apply.
Directions, from the listing
From Coleman, TX, take Hwy 153 west 7 miles to the main entrance to Hords Creek Lake. Follow signs into the campground.
Nearest federal campgrounds
2 mi straight-line · COLEMAN TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersCopperas Creek
64 mi straight-line · COMANCHE TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersPromontory
65 mi straight-line · COMANCHE TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersSowell Creek
66 mi straight-line · COMANCHE TexasUSACEU.S. Army Corps of EngineersPlowman Creek
123 mi straight-line · Kopperl Texas
Trip Card — Lakeside (Tx)
COLEMAN · Texas · Hords Creek Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | COLEMAN · Texas · Hords Creek Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 94 · full hookups at 31 |
| Max RV | Up to 100 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 94 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232618 · 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.