Daingerfield State Park Campground
Trevor B.
Reviewed Jul. 17, 2020

Clear, calm lake bordered by towering pines

This park is easily in our Top 3 in the Texas State Parks system. It's a small park, but a little slice of heaven. Towering pine trees grow right up to the waters' edge. So peaceful. Donna, my wife, will often sit and gaze over the water. 

The park is neat and tidy, and the bathrooms have always been clean. There are several picnic tables by the lake, a swim out platform, kayaks, paddleboats, a fishing pier, and a few swings on the playground. We typically visit during the week, so it's always been pretty quiet. And if you need supplies, there's a Brookshire's grocery nearby(only a few miles away). One trip, we decided to fish and grabbed bait from the Ace Hardware in town. 

We love laying in our hammocks, watching the pines sway, and listening to the birds sing. In the warmer months, we swim and splash around the floating platform. And with a fire pit at every site, s'mores are a given each night(so long as there's no burn ban). 

There's a short trail that circles the lake(about 2.5 miles). We do it EVERY trip. It's a beautiful and easy hike. Take a picnic and make your way to the CCC picnic area on the lake's other side. There will be a spot where you can enjoy your lunch, looking back across the water.(But don't let your dog grab your PB&J when you're not looking or you'll be hungry on the way back.)

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  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
  • Review photo of Daingerfield State Park Campground by Trevor B., July 17, 2020
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