Located on Boykin Springs Lake in Angelina National Forest, this recreation area offers a little of everything, including camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking and relaxing in nature. It is situated in eastern Texas near the Louisiana border.
The facility has both a campground and day-use area. The group shelter must be reserved; the campground is first-come, first-served.
The group picnic shelter accommodates up to 74 guests and is available for reservation. It is adjacent to the hiking trail and creek.
The campground has several standard sites for tents and RVs, as well as a few tent-only sites. Drinking water, flush toilets and hot showers are available at the campground.
Campsites: All campsites are first come, first served; 17 campsites No electric or water. Back-in campers and tents; campsite can accommodate up to 23 ft. in length
Camping Fee: $10; 14 days camping limit; up to 2 tents;8 people per site
Day Use Shelter available for Reservation: 877-444-6777 or through website (www.Recreation.gov)
Need to Know
Water and electric hookups are not available
Fires are allowed only in the fire place, grills and campfire rings
All campsites are first-come, first-served; camping fees are payable at the fee station located at the entrance
No overnight camping permitted at the shelter
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Natural Features
Boykin Creek and the nine-acre Boykin Springs Lake both pass through the facility, and the Sam Rayburn Reservoir is nearby.
The area is forested with pines and hardwoods. Wildlife is abundant, and the region is a hot spot for migratory birds.
Nearby Attractions
Aldridge Sawmill Historical Site
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Recreation
The group picnic area provides direct access to the Sawmill Trail, a hiking trail that winds through the forest to the Aldridge Sawmill Historical Site.
Activities: fishing, no designated swimming area, hiking trail
From US 69: SH 63 SE 11 miles; FSR 313 S 2.5 miles. 936-897-1068; recreation.gov
