Established Camping
Damsite Texas — Lake Texoma
Damsite Texas — Lake Texoma is a solid choice for those looking to enjoy some fishing and outdoor fun. This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, complete with picnic tables, fire rings, and electric hookups, making it a convenient spot for a night under the stars.
Visitors often highlight the proximity to the water, which is perfect for fishing and swimming. The area is shaded by beautiful pecan trees, providing a nice break from the Texas sun. As one camper noted, “Fishing is big in this spot,” and many folks take advantage of the nearby fishing spots, even if it means navigating a bit of a steep hill to get there.
While the campground has its quirks, like a bathroom that some found less than pleasant, the overall vibe is pretty chill. Campers appreciate the quiet atmosphere, especially at night, although some have mentioned the occasional late-night activity from fellow anglers. The park rangers do keep an eye on things, which adds a layer of comfort for those staying here.
Damsite Texas is conveniently located near the Red River, making it easy to dive into water activities or just relax by the shore. If you’re up for a little adventure, you can explore the surrounding area or simply kick back and enjoy the natural beauty. Whether you're fishing, swimming, or just soaking in the scenery, this campground has a lot to offer.
Description
US Army Corps of Engineers
Lake Texoma
Overview
Damsite Texas is a relatively small campground which consists of a total of 19 campsites. Each of the campsites do have water and electric. The campground is located right along the Red River which gives easy access to popular outdoor activities like fishing. Most of all the campsites are covered by pecan trees within the campground which allows for great shade during the summer time. Before the enterance to the camground you will notice there are multiple picnic tables and a pavillion to be able to utilize for the day, this allows visitors to spend the day along the Red River and enjoy the scenary while not having to pay the cost for overnight camping within the campground.__If a visitor does choose to bring a boat to explore lake Texoma, there is a popular spillway boat ramp area that is located at the Denison dam.
Recreation
Even though the Damsite Texas campground is located along the Red River, Lake Texoma is located just right on the other side of the Dension Dam. Lake Texoma is a large reservoir with an excellent fishery and many access points. Boating, swimming, water skiing, hunting, birding and relaxing on the sandy beaches are the typical pursuits of most visitors. The lake is known as the "Striper Capital of the World," one of the few reservoirs in the nation where Striped bass reproduce naturally. Other popular species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrid striped bass, white crappie, black crappie, channel catfish and blue catfish. Many visitors fish in the Red River in which they catch a vaiety of differnt species like Striped Bass, Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Alligator Gar, and occasionally American Paddlefish.
Natural Features
The campground is situated right along the Texas side of the Red River by the Denison Dam. Deer, turkeys, bobcats, hawks, waterfowl and songbirds are abundant around the river.
Nearby Attractions
Lake Texoma features two wildlife refuges, two state parks and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.
Location
Damsite Texas — Lake Texoma is located in Texas
Coordinates
33.818233 N
96.559938 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiPoor
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TUnknown
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 12 min from Sherman
- 1 hr 10 min from Dallas
- 1 hr 55 min from Wichita Falls
- 2 hrs 38 min from Lawton
