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Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur

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If your plans change, please modify or cancel your reservation as soon as possible to allow someone else to enjoy the park.

DAY USE FEE:
$5 per day, per person 13 and older.

OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION:
Park does not have a gate.

This park is on the south side of the lake. It is the park closer to the city of Sulphur Springs.

ACTIVITY FEE INFORMATION:
Activity Use fee of $2 per person day or overnight.

Interpretive Programs are available. Check with the park for details.

PARK PHONE NUMBER: 903-945-5256

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Location

Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur is located in Texas

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Directions

From Dallas: Take I-30 East to Exit 122 in Sulphur Springs. Go North on SH 19 for 10 miles. Then West on State Highway 71 for 4 miles. Take FM 3505 North for 1 mile. From Commerce: Travel East on State Highway 11 for 7 miles, then north for 4.2 miles on FM 2653. Continue on State Highway 71 for 7.5 miles, then North for 1 mile on FM 3505 to the park entrance. From Cooper: Travel East for 1 mile on State Highway 154, then South on FM 1529 for 5 miles (cross the lake dam) to State Highway 19, then South on HIghway 19, then West on Highway 71 for 4 miles to FM 3505, then North for 1 mile to park entrance. From Paris: Take SH 19 / 24 towards Cooper. Go South on SH 19 towards Sulphur Springs. Go West on FM 71, then North on FM 3505 to park entrance.

Address

1690 FM 3505
Sulphur Springs, TX 75482

Coordinates

33.2871042969 N
95.6710415025 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Electric Hookups
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Dec. 4, 2020

Beautiful, well preserved campground

This park was beautiful. We stayed at campsite 8 in the bright star loop and it was one of the best campsites I've stayed in. It was spacious and felt very private even though we knew there were other campsites close by. The site was also pretty level. We only stayed one night because we were just traveling through, but I will definitely return. The firewood for purchase at the front of the park was very convenient, but a bit pricey. We got in fairly late though so we were grateful for it. There is also a nice hiking trail that was very well maintained. All in all, we greatly enjoyed our short time at Cooper Lake State Park.

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Month of VisitNovember
Reviewed Nov. 4, 2019

Nice clean park not to far from Dallas..

We really enjoyed the park it is pretty wide and spread out on lake cooper. We stayed in the Brightstar area of the park and had a great time. The bathrooms were very clean and in good working order. Was a great getaway not to far outside of Dallas TX. We will come back for sure. Has a beach area for swimming in warmer weather and a dock and boat ramp if you take your boat.

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur by Brian F., November 4, 2019
Reviewed May. 7, 2018

Good Weekend Spot

I went for a weekend with the family to tent camp. It was our first time there. We found the staff to be extremely friendly and helpful, the whole park was well-kept and the facilities were clean.

My only complaint is that access to the lake is limited to a few campsites and a day use area that could easily be overwhelmed on a busy day. The paths to the lake in the camping areas pass directly through individual campsites, so we didn't feel comfortable walking through those areas.

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur by Jesse M., May 7, 2018
  • Review photo of Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur by Jesse M., May 7, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur?

Camping at Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur can cost between $30.00 and $60.00 depending on the site.

Does Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.