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Established Camping

Ragtown Campground

Ragtown Campground is located near Shelbyville, Texas, featuring flat terrain with scattered trees. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 40s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore the Toledo Bend Reservoir, offering opportunities for fishing and boating.

Description

National Forest

Ragtown is located on the Texas shore of Toledo Bend Reservoir and is maintained and operated by the Sabine River Authority of Texas. Completed in 1975, this area is nestled high on a bluff and offers spectacular views of the water. The boat ramp allows access to the lake most of the year. Trailhead sign for Mother Nature’s Trail on the Sabine National Forest. Visitors can hike along 1-mile long Mother Nature's Trail winding past magnificent oak and beech trees along the lakeshore. Forest visitors can now camp up to 28 days at selected recreation areas in the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas. Extended camping is offered at: Ragtown Recreation Area - Sites: 3-24 For more information call 409-625-1940.

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Location

Ragtown Campground is located in Texas

Detail location of campground

Directions

Follow Highway 87 east from Center for 11 miles; turn left (east) on FM 139 for 6 miles; bear right onto FM 3184 and follow 4 miles to entrance.

Coordinates

31.69720012 N
93.82527555 W

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Access

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

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Good
  • AT&T
    Unknown
  • T-Mobile
    Poor

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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3 Reviews

Reviewed Nov. 14, 2021

Beautiful isolation

Half the sites are closed but it looks like they are about done fixing them. So much wildlife and no one else around. Beautiful area. There aren’t stores near by so don’t forget anything. One bathroom but was decently clean. No hiking trails but you can hike the shore pretty far.

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Month of VisitOctober
  • Review photo of Ragtown Campground by Amanda C., November 14, 2021
  • Review photo of Ragtown Campground by Amanda C., November 14, 2021
  • Review photo of Ragtown Campground by Amanda C., November 14, 2021
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Reviewed Jun. 28, 2021

Great Spot

This is a nice, relatively secluded campsite on the Sabine River / Toledo Bend Reservoir area. Access is easy as it is a mix of hard packed gravel and paved roads, with designated parking for each campsite. Sites are well designed with grills, fire pits, and ample flat space for tents. The bugs were intense but that's what you get in East Texas in the summer, but overall it's a good spot. They are currently making improvements to the area so there is some construction and some closed sites, but we visited on the weekend and no one was working.

Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Ragtown Campground by David S., June 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Ragtown Campground by David S., June 28, 2021
  • Review photo of Ragtown Campground by David S., June 28, 2021
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Reviewed Sep. 16, 2019

Amazing

Beautiful, clean, well maintained, swimming spot, showers. SO PEACEFUL.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Ragtown Campground?

    Camping at Ragtown Campground can cost between $2.00 and $8.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the max vehicle length at Ragtown Campground?

    Ragtown Campground allows vehicles up to 24 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Ragtown Campground?

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

  • Does Ragtown Campground have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Ragtown Campground does not have wifi.