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Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground

About

State Park

Welcome to Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground, nestled near Pittsburg, TX. This spot is a gem for anyone looking to escape into nature with a touch of comfort. The campground is open year-round and offers a mix of tent, RV, and cabin accommodations, making it a versatile choice for all types of campers.

One of the standout features here is the beautiful lakeside setting. The waterfront sites are perfect for fishing enthusiasts, and the kayak launch, though a bit tricky to access, offers a unique adventure with a winding canal leading to the lake. If you're into hiking, the park boasts 4.5 miles of easy trails, ideal for a leisurely stroll through the woods.

The campsites themselves are spacious and shaded, providing a good amount of privacy. Many visitors have praised the clean facilities, including bathrooms with hot showers. The park also has a small store where you can grab essentials like ice and firewood.

Families will find plenty to keep the kids entertained, from the playground to the screened shelters and cabins with bunk beds. The park's atmosphere is often described as quiet and serene, making it a great place to unwind. Plus, the added security of a coded entry gate after hours gives peace of mind.

Wildlife is abundant here, so don't be surprised if you spot deer or raccoons during your stay. Just remember to secure your food and trash to avoid any nighttime visitors. Whether you're here for the fishing, the trails, or just to relax by the lake, Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground has something for everyone.

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Location

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground is located in Texas

Detail location of campground

Directions

The park is located approximately 12 miles southwest of Mount Pleasant on FM 21. Exit Interstate 30 on Highway 37 South at Mount Vernon. Go 0.8 miles; turn left on Highway 21 and go 11.2 miles to the park entrance.

Address

341 State Park Rd 2117
Pittsburg, TX 75686

Coordinates

33.05400093 N
95.09900028 W

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Access

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

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  • WiFi
    Unknown
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  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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18 Reviews

Reviewed Aug. 3, 2023

Quiet and Shady

The park is well taken care of. The sites are level and have plenty of shade covering. This is especially important if you are in a pop-up like us. If you are, you know what I mean. It was a quiet campground. Bathrooms were clean. The entry gate is coded after closing for some added security. Will return.

Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Zack L., August 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Zack L., August 3, 2023
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Zack L., August 3, 2023
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Reviewed Dec. 9, 2021

Fun for the Second Year in a Row

We stayed in a screened shelter at Lake Bob Sandlin SP in Nov 2020 and in a cabin with bunk beds last weekend and both sites were great. We have four kids, so space was a little tight in the cabin but we made do. Clean facilities, friendly staff and beautiful rolling terrain along the lake. Would recommend!

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Month of VisitJanuary
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Jonathan C., December 9, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Jonathan C., December 9, 2021
Reviewed May. 26, 2021

Double bunk cabin was a hit

We loved fishing and hiking throughout the park but our kids loved the double bunks in our cabin. The campsite was great, right off the water and a well placed fire pit. We will definitely be back.

Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Jamey W., May 26, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Jamey W., May 26, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 28, 2021

Great campsite

The park was great, very clean and the park rangers were very helpful.

The bathrooms weren’t the best but they were clean and had showers with hot water. There were only 3 shower stalls in the bathroom near us and they were very busy in the evening. They were completely empty at 7am though.

The atmosphere was fantastic! Great tall trees, oversized and private campsites.

Park store didn’t have a lot but did have ice and firewood for sale along with a few trinkets.

Overall, I would go back again

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Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dan B., April 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dan B., April 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dan B., April 28, 2021
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Reviewed Apr. 3, 2021

Amazing adventure at the Kayak Launch

Kayak launch isn’t easy to get to but the have provided a slide for yaks to get from the parking area to/from the launch. Once you’re there though its like you’re transported somewhere else and you weave your way through a winding canal to reach the lake (very cool). We all enjoyed it! Yaked over to the day-use swim area that was very nice. We can’t wait to go camping there!

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  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Becca H., April 3, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Becca H., April 3, 2021
Reviewed Jan. 12, 2021

Nice Cheap Gem

4.5 total miles of trails and none of it difficult. You can't take a baby stroller but obey because of a few branches, it's all easy hiking.

One bathroom but all the lits are spacious and secluded.

The lake is great. Beautiful swimming area and playground. We were here 7 days and only left once to hut Walmart (20 minutes)

Definitely 5 star, and only 18/night. Just as good as the 25/night Texas State Parks.

And as always, as a Texas State Park it is extremely safe. Park Police (actual police) are scene everywhere.

Oh, and everywhere it says no wifi and while it's true you can't log into a free network we had zero problems getting wifi on our phones and we were the only people in our loop being midweek during winter.

  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Amie M., January 12, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Amie M., January 12, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Amie M., January 12, 2021
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Reviewed Jan. 6, 2021

Lots of trees, lots of wildlife

First time to this park and we liked it. It is very thickly wooded which makes even the smallest sites private. We stayed on site 08 which on the map looks like it’s on the water but the brush is dense so there is no water view. Sites 10-13 are nice waterfront sites. We came here for fall colors but I think we were just a little late, but the park was still pretty. One morning, as I was sitting drinking my coffee, four deer walked right through our site!! We had a regular nighttime visit from some bold raccoons, so definitely put your goodies and trash away. Overnight spider webs cover everything and I’m quite sure we took a hundred spiders home with us!😂 The firewood from the park was plentiful and donation based. It was wet but my husband is a pyro who could probably start a fire with a block of ice!🤪 The only negative for me was the echo of the cars coming over the bridge throughout the day.

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Month of VisitDecember
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Rebecca , January 6, 2021
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Rebecca , January 6, 2021
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Reviewed Dec. 16, 2020

Wish I could have stayed longer!

This was a quick stopover on my way to another campground and I wish I could have stayed longer. Sites were private, lake view was great. Bathrooms were clean and heated. Raccoon did peek its head into my camper... ahhh!

  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Kelly G., December 16, 2020
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Kelly G., December 16, 2020
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Kelly G., December 16, 2020
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2020

Very comfortable State Park Few Pull through

Great fun at Halloween- campers and community comes out in great numbers to decorate and trick or treat! Very fun. The decorations by campers is just as fun to explore as the trick or treaters costumes. Christmas is the same. Everyone outdoes the other with lights, special effects. Call ahead for a site. Bathrooms are clean.

Reviewed Sep. 13, 2019

Quite and scenic

The Fall at Bob Sandlin state Park is magical. The leaves changing color and the beautiful lake. Entire park is well taken care of.

Month of VisitDecember
Reviewed Jun. 18, 2018

Quiet, except at Halloween! FUN then!

well laid out - restrooms and showers available - well taken care of. Trails, free fishing from shore (no license needed in TX state parks from the shore. Nice large fishing deck, with place to launch your boat for water sports, fishing, or just lazing on the water! Love it!

Month of VisitNovember
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Gerrye F., June 18, 2018
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Gerrye F., June 18, 2018
Reviewed Sep. 16, 2017

Nice camp spot, but a bit flat

We did dispersed camping here while we still lived in Texas. The forest was nice, but hike in was not challenging at all, and short. Park gets busy during spring/summer for fishing at pond. Best parts of our trip was how the forest animals really came alive at night, and the clear starry sky. The out-house at the primitive sites was a luxury you don't usually get when camping that way. If you enjoy dispersed camping the way we do, this may not be the place for you. The regular campsites may be nicer here but we did not venture that way. Also, Texas March weather is perfect for camping. Good place for a quick get-a-way from the city.

SiteSites not numbered for primitive, just pick one and you're good!
Month of VisitApril
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Cassie S., September 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Cassie S., September 16, 2017
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Cassie S., September 16, 2017
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Reviewed Oct. 2, 2016

Fishing

They also have a nice lighted fusing dock. I only fished for about an hour and caught enough to share.

  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dianne C., October 2, 2016
Reviewed Oct. 2, 2016

Teardrop gathering

The park is beautiful. It has large Rv sites with water and electricity. Many of the sites are waterfront. The staff were the best. Rangers put on a Dutch oven demonstration on for us. They also took us on an interpretive hike. The park is well maintained and very clean. They are also sponsoring a holloween event the last week in October. I am ready to go back, work awaits however.

  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dianne C., October 2, 2016
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dianne C., October 2, 2016
  • Review photo of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground by Dianne C., October 2, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground has 30 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground?

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground allows vehicles up to 45 feet.

Are fires allowed at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Does Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground?

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