Lake Bonham Recreation Area, near Bonham, Texas, is a charming spot that’s perfect for families and those looking to unwind in nature. With a clean, well-maintained environment, it offers a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, making it easy to find the right fit for your camping style.

The park features a lovely freshwater lake, ideal for fishing and swimming, with many visitors raving about the crappie fishing opportunities. You can also rent boats to get out on the water, which adds a fun twist to your fishing adventures. As one camper noted, “Bonham State Park takes the fishing to a whole new level by providing boats so you can get out to where the fish are hiding!”

For those who enjoy hiking and biking, the area boasts several trails that wind through the picturesque landscape. The campsites are well-shaded and provide a cozy atmosphere for gathering around the campfire, roasting marshmallows, and sharing stories. Clean bathrooms and showers are conveniently located, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Just a short drive from the DFW metroplex, Lake Bonham is an easy escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, this park has plenty to offer for a memorable camping experience.

Located on the south shore at the east end of the lake. Take FM 273 northeast of Bonham and turn east on Recreation Road 3
Ramp will accommodate all boat types
Boat permit required, purchase at lakeside store
Fishing pier available
Open all year

Lake Bonham Recreation Area

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The Best Camping Near Bonham, Texas

They bathrooms and showers are clean and close there's a basketball court and kayak rentals. There's a fishing pier anf lots of covered tabels and grills and it's a nice Sandy Beach ... No where better to camp in North Texas

Perfect place to go camping 

Beautiful old Texas State Park with all the hookups and things you need for a nice time. Level sites all with great water views close to everything. Very nice and helpful staff.

Classic Old State Park

On the highway outside of town.  Plenty of shade.  Well manicured.  

Nice stopover

For our first RV camping trip of 2018 we took a short drive north to Bonham State Park right outside of Bonham, Texas. This great little Texas State Park was constructed by the CCC back in the 30's. There are plenty of things for a family to do while camping at Bonham State Park! Hiking, fishing, boat rental and best of all Smors cooked over a roaring camp fire! At every Texas Stae Park you can check out fishing equipment from the front office and you do not have to have a fishing license! Bonham State Park takes the fishing to a whole new level by providing boats so you can get out to where the fish are hiding! Bonham State Park is a great place to take the family for a long weekend of camping fun as it is just a short 45 min drive north of the DFW metroplex!

  

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Such a Beautiful Family Friendly Campground

One of the cheapest of the Texas State Parks. Tent only spots are 15 a night and comes with electricity.  One bathroom for everyone which makes for a walk. Decent trails but many are closed for silly reasons.  Within 15 minutes of Walmart.  

Small and gorgeous but Small 

Bonham is a small but uncrowded park.  Lovely and clean fresh water lake. Tent campsites are well sheltered by trees. Big grassy group campsite area that looked inviting. Lots of biking/hiking trails. Nature is always a blessing but the landscape here is just your average Texas.  

Charming and we'll cared for

We’ve stayed here multiple times and always have fun. No sewer hookups but other than that it’s a clean decent facility. Good crappie fishing on the lake and nice cove to swim or kayak in. Clean campsites. Watch out for the water moccasins at night. Water front sites.




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