Davy Crockett National Forest maintains 566 Piney Creek Horse Camp as a small, drive-in site in the forested lowlands near Kennard, Texas, primarily designed around equestrian use and the adjacent trail system. The access road is rough, so drivers with low-clearance vehicles should plan accordingly. A covered pavilion provides some shelter from rain, and the surrounding tree cover keeps sites shaded through most of the day.
Horse trails are the main draw here. Riders report the trail network is well-marked and connects through forested terrain near Piney Creek, though at least one visitor found the marking inconsistent on certain routes. Sites are first-come, first-served, with fees paid on-site. There are no hookups at individual sites, so campers should come prepared to dry camp or bring a generator. Vault toilets are on-site, and firewood and trash service are available.
Cleanliness has been a mixed point in reviews, with some visitors noting litter around the camp. Hunting season brings additional activity to the area, and at least one reviewer suggests paying attention to seasonal timing. Charlie C. notes a water source worth knowing: roughly a mile west, a pipe on the north side of the road produces "spewing cold potable water," a useful find for anyone moving through on foot or by bike. Campers wanting a different setup nearby can look at White Rock Horse Camp, another equestrian-focused site in the same forest, or browse campgrounds near Davy Crockett National Forest for a wider range of options.
Description
The Piney Creek Horse Trail is a system of horse trails that meanders approximately 53 miles through the East Texas pineywoods in the Davy Crockett National Forest. Trail riding groups of more than 75 persons (including spectators) will need a Special-Use Permit and should contact the District Office three months prior to the ride date. The trail is primitive. Use caution in wet weather since parts of the trail flood. Some sections of the trail route around the bottomlands and can be used even in wet weather. ~ Map ~
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & Directions566 Piney Creek Horse Camp is located in Texas near Kennard
Directions
From Lufkin: Take Hwy. 103 West for 16 miles to Hwy. 7 West and continue for 13 miles to Kennard. Turn left at the Kennard Post Office on CR 4625 and go approximately 2.5 miles to Piney Creek Horse Camp sign at FS 566; turn right and go 1 mile to the camp.
Coordinates
31.319356895253662 N
95.18287760528065 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&TLTESome Coverage
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)
- Group
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
Drive Time
- 1 hr 28 min from Tyler, TX
- 1 hr 35 min from College Station, TX
- 1 hr 41 min from Longview, TX
- 1 hr 51 min from Houston, TX
