Exchange Camping Area
Rate this placeLast Updated: January 22, 2026
The Exchange camping area in Texas is a primitive, free-use site within the LBJ National Grasslands, offering dispersed camping only—no established campsites or reservations required.
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Summary
There are no amenities: no toilets, water, fire rings, or picnic tables, and RV access is limited to high-clearance vehicles with no hookups. Campers get a quiet, rugged experience amid open grasslands, scattered oak trees, and nearby ponds. Ideal for horseback riding, hiking, and birdwatching, with access to the 75-mile LBJ multi-use trail system. Best visited in spring or fall for mild weather and vibrant scenery. Pack in all essentials and follow Leave No Trace principles.
Nearby Campgrounds
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Exchange
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Tembro
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Indian Trail
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Camp Humphries
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Stemmons
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Travis
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Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mountain Ck At Grand Prairie
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3cfs |
W Fk Trinity Rv At Grand Prairie
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204cfs |
Trinity Rv At Dallas
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396cfs |
Walnut Ck Nr Mansfield
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1cfs |
Trinity Rv Bl Dallas
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595cfs |
Turtle Ck At Dallas
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5cfs |
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.
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