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Preston Bend - Lake Texoma

Preston Bend - Lake Texoma is located near Pottsboro, TX, offering a landscape characterized by the expansive waters of Lake Texoma and surrounding wooded areas. Temperatures in the region typically range from lows in the 30s during winter to highs in the 90s in summer. Visitors can explore nearby Eisenhower State Park and Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, both offering opportunities for outdoor activities and wildlife observation.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Lake Texoma

Overview

Preston Bend Campground is located on Lake Texoma, in the Cross Timbers region of Texas. The lake is said to be the "Playground of the Southwest," where outdoor activities like fishing, boating, hiking and hunting abound.

Recreation

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. Also available is the scenic Cross Timbers hiking trail, a very popular trail that winds for 14 miles above the lake on rocky ledges and through blackjack woodland. Forty miles of equestrian trails surround the lake as well.

Natural Features

The campground is situated on the Texas side of Lake Texoma. Post and blackjack oaks forest the rolling hills of the region. Deer, turkeys, bobcats, hawks, waterfowl and songbirds are abundant around the lake.

Nearby Attractions

The lake features two wildlife refuges, two state parks and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (903) 465-4990.

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Location

Preston Bend - Lake Texoma is located in Texas

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Pottsboro, TX, travel 9 miles north on Hwy 289. Exit right at the campground.

Address

129 Preston Bend Park Road
Pottsboro, TX 75076

Coordinates

33.880106 N
96.648752 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • 50 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Jul. 29, 2020

Nice camp ground

Camping out on the peninsula (site numbers upper 20’s to 30’s), the sites are nicely spaced, have concrete pads - which is uncommon on Lake Texoma - and beautiful views. If you camp here, though, be fully prepared to battle tons of ants. This might have been my favorite campground if it weren’t for the ants. It might not be so bad if you immediately treat around your camper while setting up, but we didn’t and have been trying to get them out of our camper our whole camp trip. We were in site 30.

  • Review photo of Preston Bend - Lake Texoma by Holly N., July 29, 2020
  • Review photo of Preston Bend - Lake Texoma by Holly N., July 29, 2020
  • Review photo of Preston Bend - Lake Texoma by Holly N., July 29, 2020
Reviewed Oct. 29, 2019

Pretty Area

Nice and pretty area. Operated under the US Army Corps of Engineers

Reviewed Sep. 30, 2016

Camping on reservoir

Peninsula juts out into water with lovely views of sunrise & sunset. Small campground with clean and nice but simple facilities. Run by US Army Corps of Engineers but anyone can stay here. Came here for birding in nearby wildlife refuges and wasn’t disappointed.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Preston Bend - Lake Texoma have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Preston Bend - Lake Texoma has 50 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Preston Bend - Lake Texoma?

    Preston Bend - Lake Texoma allows vehicles up to 70 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Preston Bend - Lake Texoma?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Preston Bend - Lake Texoma, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Preston Bend - Lake Texoma?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is available, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.

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