Summary
It’s free and requires a permit from the National Park Service (easy to obtain online or at visitor centers). There are no amenities: no toilets, water, fire rings, or picnic tables. Campers must be fully self-sufficient and practice Leave No Trace. RVs are not suitable here. The area features dense, biodiverse forest with flat terrain and proximity to paddling trails like the Village Creek Paddling Trail. Spring and fall offer the most comfortable weather. The experience is remote and peaceful—perfect for solitude and nature immersion.
Nearby Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations |
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Elm Flats
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Cypress Knee
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Post Oak Point
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Red Oak
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Gum Ridge
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Camp Trevor-Rees-Jones
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Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Trinity Rv At Hwy 287 Nr Cayuga
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1890cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
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2210cfs |
Tehuacana Ck Nr Streetman
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2cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
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271cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
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3190cfs |
Trinity Rv At W Cedar Creek Pkwy Nr Dosser
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2000cfs |
Camping Essential Practices
Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
Respect Wildlife
Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
Know Before You Go
Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
Minimize Campfire Impact
Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
Leave What You Find
Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.