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Toledo Bend Recreation Site near Florien houses military-managed yurts and glamping cabins along the scenic Toledo Bend Reservoir, offering a premium outdoor experience with modern comforts. The yurts feature two bunk beds with full-size bottom bunks and twin-size top bunks, complete with heating, air conditioning, mini-fridges, and Keurig coffee makers. Cypress Bend State Recreation Area complements the glamping scene with ten fully furnished waterfront cabins equipped with air conditioning, heating, kitchenware, linens, coffee makers, and satellite TV. Both locations provide picnic tables and fire pits for outdoor dining and evening relaxation. A recent visitor mentioned, "The yurt was an interesting cross between cabin and tent, with amenities including heating and air conditioning as well as a mini fridge and Keurig."
Fishing enthusiasts particularly appreciate these glamping destinations, with Toledo Bend Reservoir known for prime fishing opportunities accessible directly from the accommodations. The recreation site includes a playground, boat launch, and boat rentals for water-based adventures. Cypress Bend adds a renovated beach area, volleyball court, and a lighted, handicap-accessible fishing pier. Both locations maintain clean facilities with convenient access to restrooms and showers. Seasonal considerations include cooler temperatures in winter months, with one camper noting, "We may just go back and try a cabin next time as the temperatures have been getting cold here." Reservations can be made directly through the Sabine River Authority for Cypress Bend or through MWR for the military-managed Toledo Bend Recreation Site, with special arrangements available for late arrivals.
Best Glamping Campgrounds near Florien (14)
1. Cypress Bend State Rec Area
"Cypress Bend State Recreation Area in Many, Louisiana, offers a scenic getaway on 114 acres of forested land along Toledo Bend Lake."
"Great views of the lake. Beautiful sunsets. Beach, playground, volleyball, cabins, pavilion, full hookups, multiple boat ramps, open water! We love camping here!"
2. Kisatchie Bayou Complex
"CAMPGROUND REVIEW: Located inside the Kisatchie National Forest, Kisatchie District, this campground is great. This section of National Forest is home to over 30 miles of nature trails."
"Picnic tables and grills available. Swimming, camping, hiking, and canoeing can all be done here. Toilets but no running water. great area to spend the day and swim!"
3. Toledo Bend Recreation Site - MILITARY
"Amenities included heating and air conditioning as well as a mini fridge, keurig, and a couple of small drawers and a lamp."
4. Cypress Bend Park-Toledo Bend Lake Sabine River Auth
"But, it was on the water with access to the water. Full hookups, concrete pads. Very clean, but dated restrooms. Laundry room was available."
5. Lowe's Creek Park
6. Fin & Feather Resort
7. Magnolia Hill RV Park
"Nice location with a beautiful view of the hills. There is full hookups with a Bathhouse and free WiFi."
"Super friendly staff, clean bathroom and laundry facilities, full hookups and very quiet."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 / night
8. Ragtown Campground
"This is a nice, relatively secluded campsite on the Sabine River / Toledo Bend Reservoir area."
"So much wildlife and no one else around. Beautiful area. There aren’t stores near by so don’t forget anything. One bathroom but was decently clean."
Check Availabilityfrom $2 - $8 / night
9. Sabine National Forest Ragtown
"Found a spot on the last day of March with a spectacular view a couple hundred feet from the turnaround/sunset view Only know of a couple other campers and they were closer to the entrance."
Check Availabilityfrom $5 - $8 / night
10. COE Sam Rayburn Reservoir San Augustine Park
"1/26/23-1/30/23- This is a great COE campsite that is spacious, clean, quiet, and site#63 has lake views on 3 sides. A picnic table, fire-pit, lantern post, 30A electric, and water are provided."
"Nice older csmpground with water and electric hookups. Swim beach was under renovation. Many sites are uneven but have asphalt pads and most are shady."
51 Sites AvailableAvailable next weekend
from $16 - $30 / night
Drive Time
- 1 hr 7 min from Alexandria, LA
- 1 hr 27 min from Shreveport, LA
- 1 hr 40 min from Lake Charles, LA
- 1 hr 59 min from Beaumont, TX
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Glamping Reviews near Florien, LA
43 Reviews of 14 Florien Campgrounds
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Glen B.
LegendSabine National Forest Ragtown
All by myself
Found a spot on the last day of March with a spectacular view a couple hundred feet from the turnaround/sunset view Only know of a couple other campers and they were closer to the entrance. Far as I could tell all of the sites were available... just not occupied. Loved it! Stayed 4 nights of an available 28.
- MMark U.Scout
COE Sam Rayburn Reservoir San Augustine Park
Beautiful lakeshore campsite
Only 6 campsites with campers. Great lake view, lot's of wildlife. Very quiet.
tonmy C.ScoutCypress Bend State Rec Area
Awesome Natural View
The view was amazing. We went tent camping and were recommended spots 10 and 11 for the best experience. However, these spots turned out to be not the best for tents. The roads also need a lot of maintenance as they were very rough.
Jason B.ScoutCypress Bend State Rec Area
A Peaceful and Scenic Stay at Cypress Bend State Recreation Area
We really enjoyed our time at Cypress Bend State Recreation Area and were impressed by how calm and well cared for everything felt. The location right along Toledo Bend Lake made mornings and evenings especially relaxing, with beautiful water views all around. Our RV site was spacious and quiet, with easy access to hookups, and the whole area felt safe and uncrowded. The updated beach and fishing pier were definite highlights, and it was nice to see clean facilities throughout the park. It’s a great spot if you’re looking to slow down and enjoy nature without the crowds.
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aman U.ScoutCypress Bend State Rec Area
Relaxing Getaway with Great Atmosphere and Coffee Vibes
I had a great experience at this campground!🌲✨ The facilities were clean, the staff was super friendly, and the overall atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing. Perfect spot to unwind with a cup of 7 Brew coffee by the fire in the morning. I’d definitely come back again— highly recommend for anyone who loves nature, comfort, and good vibes!
David B.
TravelerGrand Bayou Resort
Friendly and Quiet
I stayed at site 29 and the site was clean and level enough for my small camper. I went to plug in the power and the box was very old and no 30 amp plug. It only had a 50 amp and 110v plug. I have a 50 amp to 30 amp adapter but for some reason it was not in my box. I did have a 30 amp to 110v adapter so I had to go that route. There is a nice laundry, men and women’s bathroom with showers. On the men’s side of the 4 toilets 2 were out of service. The showers the water trickles out with little pressure but there was hot water. The showers along the walls need cleaning as there was mildew and maybe mold. The rest of the park was clean. The beach area and peers were very nice. There was dozens of people that are clearly living out here in the campground. Lots of them are really junked up. I paid $32 per night. You can tell this campground is minimally maintained given the broken toilets and unclean showers. The folks I met out here were super nice and very friendly. Fishing is really good and the swimming beach seemed very nice. They do have locked gates with security that makes rounds.
- DDorothy P.Scout
Cypress Bend State Rec Area
Cypress Bend State Rec Area
Cypress Bend State Recreation Area in Many, Louisiana, offers a scenic getaway on 114 acres of forested land along Toledo Bend Lake.citeturn0search0**Accommodations& Amenities:**-**RV Campsites:** 68 sites equipped with water, sewer, and 50/30/20 amp electrical hookups.-**Cabins:** 10 fully furnished waterfront cabins featuring air conditioning, heating, kitchenware, linens, microwave, coffee pot, and satellite TV.-**Recreational Facilities:** A renovated beach area, playground, volleyball court, covered pavilions with picnic tables, restrooms, and a 6-lane paved boat ramp.-**Fishing:** A lighted, handicap-accessible pier for fishing enthusiasts.**Access& Fees:**-**Entrance Fee:**$2.00 per person(children 12& under enter free).-**Operating Hours:** Park gates open at 6:00 am and close at 5:00 pm. Special arrangements can be made for late arrivals of registered guests.citeturn0search1 For more information or to make reservations, you can visit the[Sabine River Authority's official website](https://srala-toledo.com/cypress-bend-park/) or call(318) 256-4118. https://photocalltv.es/
Jim P.
RangerCOE Sam Rayburn Reservoir San Augustine Park
Nice clean park with very friendly park hosts
Stayed over the long weekend immediately following Thanksgiving. Sure was very long and spacious with a great view of the lake. Sure was a little uneven, so some leveling was required.
Guide to Florien
Toledo Bend Reservoir spans the Louisiana-Texas border, offering over 1,200 miles of shoreline for camping near Florien, Louisiana. Situated within the piney woods of western Louisiana at approximately 172 feet above sea level, this area provides year-round camping options. Water levels fluctuate seasonally, with summer temperatures regularly reaching the 90s and winter occasionally dipping below freezing.
What to do
Fishing from shore: At Ragtown Campground, campers can fish directly from the shoreline. "Half the sites are closed but it looks like they are about done fixing them. So much wildlife and no one else around. Beautiful area," notes Amanda C., adding that "you can hike the shore pretty far."
Swimming at designated beaches: Colfax RV Park offers swimming access along with other water activities. "The park has lots of picnic areas (34) set up under shade trees. Some sites have tent pads, but not all. They all have picnic tables and fire pits," explains Paula W.
Hiking nearby trails: The Kisatchie National Forest provides hiking opportunities near Florien. Tyler B. from Kisatchie Bayou Complex shares, "Primitive camping along the 10mi Backbone trail. Took out the hammock and camped out around the halfway mark along the trail. The backbone trail has to be the prettiest trail in the state of Louisiana."
What campers like
Secluded waterfront sites: Campers appreciate the quiet settings available at many campgrounds. "It was amazing! There's only 8 or so sites now but they are going to open more. We motorcycled to it from Houston and it was a beautiful ride! So many creatures and no busy city sounds," reports Amanda C. about Sabine National Forest Ragtown.
Clean facilities: Many reviewers mention facility cleanliness as a highlight. "Large sites, few trees, manicured landscaping and clean bathhouses. Really quite with friendly park rangers," notes Linda S. about Colfax RV Park.
Fishing access: The reservoir is known for excellent fishing. At Grand Bayou Resort, one camper mentioned, "This camp ground is well kept. There is a nice beach and really nice fishing pears and dock," according to Lane M., who tries "to camp there once a year."
What you should know
Reservation options: Most campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak seasons. At Cypress Bend State Rec Area, Dorothy P. notes, "Special arrangements can be made for late arrivals of registered guests."
Seasonal considerations: Winter camping requires preparation for cold temperatures. For yurt camping in Florien, Louisiana, temperatures can drop significantly in winter months.
Limited services: Many campgrounds have minimal nearby stores or services. At Ragtown Campground, Amanda C. advises, "There aren't stores near by so don't forget anything."
Terrain challenges: Some sites require leveling equipment. At Grand Bayou Resort, Lee T. cautions, "Site are humped on pull Thur sites so long rigs will have trouble leveling."
Tips for camping with families
Playgrounds and recreation: Several campgrounds offer family-friendly amenities. Kevin L. from Cypress Bend State Rec Area recommends, "Great views of the lake. Beautiful sunsets. Beach, playground, volleyball, cabins, pavilion, full hookups, multiple boat ramps, open water!"
Water activities for kids: Florien-area yurt camping puts families close to swimming areas. "Picnic tables and grills available. Swimming, camping, hiking, and canoeing can all be done here," Wendy D. explains about Kisatchie Bayou Complex.
Holiday light festivals: Winter campers can enjoy seasonal events nearby. Savanah H. shares about Grand Bayou Resort, "We stayed at this campground in December 2021. It was close enough to enjoy the light festival in natchitoches."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Many sites require substantial leveling. Jim P. from COE Sam Rayburn Reservoir San Augustine Park notes, "Sure was very long and spacious with a great view of the lake. Sure was a little uneven, so some leveling was required."
Electrical connections: Check amperage before booking. RaD_Travels reports about Sam Rayburn Reservoir, "A picnic table, fire-pit, lantern post, 30A electric, and water are provided. This is a back-in site that slopes significantly to the rear(lake side) though. I needed to lower the front of my 34' fifth wheel trailer 16" to level it."
Dump station locations: Know where dump stations are located. RaD_Travels adds, "The dump station is conveniently located on the right side just before exiting the campground."
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