Boykin Springs Pavilion
Campground · Texas · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Angelina National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 10
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 186 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Located on Boykin Springs Lake in Angelina National Forest, this recreation area offers a little of everything, including camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking and relaxing in nature. It is situated in eastern Texas near the Louisiana border.The facility has both a campground and day-use area. The group shelter must be reserved; the campground is first-come, first-served.
Recreation
The group picnic area provides direct access to the Sawmill Trail, a hiking trail that winds through the forest to the Aldridge Sawmill Historical Site.
Activities: fishing, no designated swimming area, hiking trail
From US 69: SH 63 SE 11 miles; FSR 313 S 2.5 miles. 936-897-1068; recreation.gov
31.05186, -94.26804
Facilities
The group picnic shelter accommodates up to 74 guests and is available for reservation. It is adjacent to the hiking trail and creek.
The campground has several standard sites for tents and RVs, as well as a few tent-only sites. Drinking water, flush toilets and hot showers are available at the campground.
Campsites: All campsites are first come, first served; 17 campsites No electric or water. Back-in campers and tents; campsite can accommodate up to 23 ft. in length
Camping Fee: $10; 14 days camping limit; up to 2 tents;8 people per site
Day Use Shelter available for Reservation: 877-444-6777 or through website (www.Recreation.gov)
Natural Features
Boykin Creek and the nine-acre Boykin Springs Lake both pass through the facility, and the Sam Rayburn Reservoir is nearby.The area is forested with pines and hardwoods. Wildlife is abundant, and the region is a hot spot for migratory birds.
Nearby Attractions
Aldridge Sawmill Historical Site
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Up to 10 people per site
- Loops: BOYKIN SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
Site types
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, shade, pets allowed.
1 campsite at Boykin Springs Pavilion
Check-in 7:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | BOYKIN SPRINGS RECREATION AREA | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | — | — | 10 | ♿ |
Getting there
31.05186, -94.26804 · 31°3'6.7"N 94°16'4.9"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 5.1 | 4.5 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.7 | 5.1 | 3.7 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 5.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 9.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Boykin Springs Pavilion
- Can you reserve a site at Boykin Springs Pavilion?
- Yes, Boykin Springs Pavilion is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Boykin Springs Pavilion have?
- 1 site.
- Are campfires allowed at Boykin Springs Pavilion?
- Campfires are allowed at Boykin Springs Pavilion. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Camping near Boykin Springs Pavilion
- Boykin Springs Camping 0.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
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- Ebenezer Park 8.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Rayburn 10.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Twin Dikes 12.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Magnolia Ridge 12.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- San Augustine 15.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Mill Creek (Texas) 16.9 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Hanks Creek 17.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Boykin Springs: (936) 897-1068 0.8 mi · Campground
- National Forests and Grasslands in Texas Day Use 0.8 mi · Activity pass
- ANGELINA (Sam Rayburn Reservoir Area) 936-897-1068 11.5 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 936-897-1068
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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