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Pat Mayse West

5 Reviews

Pat Mayse West, near Powderly, Texas, is a solid choice for those looking to unwind by the water. This campground offers a mix of tent, RV, and glamping options, making it suitable for various camping styles.

The sites are surrounded by trees, providing a nice bit of shade and a sense of privacy. Visitors have mentioned the peaceful atmosphere, with one camper noting it was "very beautiful and quiet" during their stay. You'll find essential amenities like drinking water and electric hookups, which make your stay more comfortable.

If you're into fishing or kayaking, you're in luck! The campground is right by the lake, giving you easy access to the water. Clean pit toilets are just a short walk away, and while showers are a drive away, the facilities are well-maintained.

Some campers have pointed out that the sites can vary in terms of leveling, so bringing leveling blocks is a good idea. Overall, Pat Mayse West is a great spot for a family camping trip or a quiet getaway, with friendly staff ready to help you make the most of your stay.

Description

US Army Corps of Engineers

Pat Mayse Lake

Overview

Pat Mayse West Campground is on the banks of its namesake lake in the Red River Basin in Lamar County, Texas. Easy access to developed park areas has made the lake a haven for families who enjoy camping, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and other outdoor recreation.

Recreation

The lake provides excellent opportunities for boating, swimming, and fishing. Anglers will find largemouth bass, white crappie, sunfish, striped bass and channel and flathead catfish, among other species. Hunting is a very popular activity in the area. The surrounding lands are managed for upland game and whitetail deer. Other species present include fox squirrel, gray squirrel, bobwhite quail, mourning dove, cottontail rabbit, raccoon and fox. Opossum, beaver, mink, skunk and nutria are also present. The lake also provides resting and feeding habitats for migratory waterfowl. A few miles north of the project area are the famed Red River Bottoms where waterfowl congregate in impressive numbers.

Natural Features

Pat Mayse Lake covers almost 6,000 acres and has 67 miles of shoreline. It is situated among gently rolling grasslands and mixed hardwood forests studded with mature pines. Wildlife is abundant in the surrounding area.

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Location

Pat Mayse West is located in Texas

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Paris, TX, take HWY 271 north for 12 miles to FM 906 W, then 4 miles to FM 197. Turn west for 3 miles to CR 35810, turn left 1 mile to CR 35800, then left into the park.

Address

PO BOX 129
Powderly, TX 75473-0129

Coordinates

33.8477778 N
95.6069444 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

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

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

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • 30 Amp Hookups
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Aug. 23, 2023

Secluded and quiet

We had had a blowout on our rv and needed to stay the night instead of finishing our travel they answered the phone on a Sunday which surprised me (I had call around) The lady at the desk was so helpful and informed us about discounts my husband was missing because of his service (National Guard Vet) which has been so greatly appreciated! The spot was unleveled but that’s no big deal if you have leveling blocks. Very beautiful and quiet when we visited in early August. The man in charge when we left was very helpful and mingled a moment with my husband before we headed home nice people and clean establishment definitely will be going back

Site31 B
Month of VisitAugust
Rick G.
Reviewed Mar. 11, 2023

Nice Lake front Campround

This is a nice campground with decently wooded sites. The site I sated had water, electric, a picnic table, a fire pit and a lantern post. There was a flat spot to set up my tent. The campground had decent star views and was a short walk to clean pit toilets. The showers were a short drive away and were also clean.

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Month of VisitMarch
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Zachary J.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2021

First time in our Patriot Camper

Picked up our care in Durant Oklahoma via Australia. Stayed on the water for two nights it was wonderful no bugs, just a campground, not much else around if you want to be alone not a bad place.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Pat Mayse West by Zachary J., August 7, 2021
Tammie L.
Reviewed Sep. 20, 2019

Would score 5 stars!

This is an awesome lake, the campground would score 5 stars but they don’t have full hookup’s! This is a large campground, lots of room between sites! Good place to go for a family camping spot! Shade and level sites! Great for fishing, kayaking, riding bikes!

  • Review photo of Pat Mayse West by Tammie L., September 20, 2019
  • Review photo of Pat Mayse West by Tammie L., September 20, 2019
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Reviewed Jun. 23, 2018

Nice park but needs work

This COE campground is a pretty decent as far as COE campgrounds go, there is some obvious flood damage to some of the sites near the water with a few not useable at all. The sites run the spectrum from packed close together to being well spread out depending on the area and loop camped in. Most are well shaded sites, trees abound at the campground.

Water access is sometimes very far from the campsite and sometimes right on each site there is no consistency, so an extra hose is advisable. The staff and volunteers patrol the park frequently making sure the park is clean and the facilities are clean as well.

Overall this is a quiet park, a nice lake with plenty of shoreline for swimming and fishing as well as 2 boat ramps on site.

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Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Pat Mayse West by B H., June 23, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Pat Mayse West have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Pat Mayse West has 30 amp electric hookups and water hookups.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Pat Mayse West?

    Pat Mayse West allows vehicles up to 90 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Pat Mayse West?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Pat Mayse West, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Pat Mayse West have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Pat Mayse West does not have wifi.

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