Established Camping
Boles Field Campground — National Forests And Grasslands In Texas
Boles Field Campground is located in the Sabine National Forest near Hemphill, Texas. The area features forested terrain with a mix of pine and hardwood trees. Campers can experience temperatures ranging from the 40s in winter to the 90s in summer, and nearby attractions include the Toledo Bend Reservoir and the Sabine National Forest trails.
Description
Overview
Boles Field is located in the northern portion of Sabine National Forest in eastern Texas, near the border of Louisiana. The area centers around a cemetery for fox hounds established at the turn of the century, and some of the world's most well-known hunting dogs are buried here. Campsites: First come, first served; 20 campsites with electric and water. Camping Fee: $6; 14 days camping limit; up to 2 tents;8 people per site
Recreation
With the Toledo Bend Reservoir just six miles miles away, Boles Field offers an opportunity to visit one of the nation's most regarded freshwater fishing sites. The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas provide excellent opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing. East Texas lies in the path of warblers, vireos and other species of neotropical migrants, and birders look forward to the spring migration.
Facilities
Uniquely developed for large gatherings, Boles Field has an amphitheater which holds approximately 100 people and group shelter that accommodate family events. Both are for day-use only. Campsites: First come, first served; 20 campsites with electric and water; equipped with water and electric hookups. Horses are allowed in the campground. Camping Fee: $6; 14 days camping limit; up to 2 tents;8 people per site Day Use Shelter & Amphitheater available for Reservation: 877-444-6777 or through website (www.Recreation.gov)
Natural Features
The campground sits in a pine and hardwood forest near the Toledo Bend Reservoirs, two large east Texas lakes. Wildlife is abundant, and the area is a hot spot for migratory birds.
Location
Boles Field Campground — National Forests And Grasslands In Texas is located in Texas
Directions
From Shelbyville, Texas, take Highway 87 south. Turn left on Texas FM 417 and proceed east for a mile, then take a right at the fork onto Texas FM 2694 and continue 5.5 miles to the campground.
Address
USDA Forest Service, Sabine National Forest, 5050 Hwy 21 East
Hemphill, TX 75948
Coordinates
31.4441667 N
93.7697222 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Shirley Creek Marina & Campground
46 min away
Sandy Creek - Town Bluff Reservoir
57 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 29 min from Shreveport, LA
- 1 hr 33 min from Alexandria, LA
- 1 hr 47 min from Longview, TX
- 2 hrs 9 min from Lake Charles, LA
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Electric Hookups
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
