Cagle Recreation Area

Campground · Texas · 47 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Sam Houston National Forest (NF) · Open Access

47
Bookable sites
60 ft
Max rig length
up to 8
People per site
5
Accessible sites
326 ft
Elevation
Cagle campsite
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov

Overview

Cagle Recreation Area is a popular campground and day-use area that sits along the shoreline of Lake Conroe on the west fork of the San Jacinto River, just 1 hour north of Houston, Texas. The area offers great camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, birding and water sports year-round.

Recreation

Anglers are drawn to the 22,000-acre Lake Conroe for its forested lake shore and open water. The lake is particularly noted for black bass and year-round fishing. Swimming is not allowed, but fishing, hiking, picnicking and shoreline wading are sure to provide plenty of fun for kids. Hikers and mountain bikers can try the 2-mile Cagle Trail within the facility. Learn more about recreation in the national forest.

Facilities

The campground offers sites with full-service hookups organized into two loops. Each loop has sites overlooking Lake Conroe and restrooms with flush toilets, sinks and hot showers. The facility also has a boat ramp with large parking area, hiking and bicycle trails and a picnic area overlooking the lake.

Natural Features

Cagle is nestled among the pines of the Sam Houston National Forest. This area is covered with beautiful large pine and hardwood trees plus thousands of colorful wildflowers. Mid-February redbud tree blossoms followed by dogwood blossoms in early March put on a spectacular display of flowers.

Lake Conroe and the surrounding forest provide wintering habitat for the endangered bald eagle.

Temperatures are moderate to cool from September through May, and hot and humid from June to August. Winters are cool and wet.

Nearby Attractions

Visitors can explore the national forest's 85 miles of off-road vehicle, equestrian and mountain bike trails. The 128 mile Lone Star Hiking trail is nearby with a portion of the trail located near Lake Conroe.

The facts

  • 47 bookable sites
  • 5 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 60 ft
  • Up to 8 people per site
  • Loops: SWGU, SYME

Site types

  • 47 Standard Electric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Sewer hookups
  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

47 campsites at Cagle Recreation Area

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
002SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
003SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
004SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
005SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
006SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
007SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
008SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
009SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8 🐾
010SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
011SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
012SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
013SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
014SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
015SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8♿ 🐾
016SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8
017SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
018SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
019SWGUStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8♿ 🐾
020SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
021SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
022SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
023SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
024SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
025SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
026SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
027SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8♿ 🐾
028SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
029SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
030SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
031SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
032SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
033SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8♿ 🐾
034SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
035SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
036SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
037SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
038SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8♿ 🐾
039SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
040SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
041SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
042SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
043SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾
044SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
045SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft8 🐾
046SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
047SYMEStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft8 🐾

Getting there

From Huntsville, Texas, take I-45 to mile marker 103, New Waverly exit, and go to the first stop sign. Do not turn; stay straight on the feeder until you reach the stop sign at FM 1375. Turn right (west) on FM 1375. The Sam Houston District Office is on the right approximately 2.5 miles west of I-45. Cagle Recreation Area is approximately 6 miles west of I-45 and approximately 3 miles west of the District Office on the left hand side of FM 1375.

From Conroe, Texas, take I-45 to mile marker 102, New Waverly exit, and go to the first stop sign. Turn left (west) on FM 1375. The Sam Houston District Office is on the right approximately 2.5 miles west of I-45. Cagle Recreation Area is approximately 6 miles west of I-45 and approximately 3 miles west of the District Office on the left hand side of FM 1375.

30.53000, -95.53611 · 30°31'48.0"N 95°32'10.0"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Precip in4.33.03.43.85.24.43.33.74.65.44.54.2

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 10.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Fees and stay limits

Total fee = $30.00 / night = $20 Use Fee + $10.00 Full Hookup Fee

From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.

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Cagle walking path
Photo: USFS · Recreation.gov
CAGLE RECREATION AREA

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Common questions about Cagle Recreation Area

Can you reserve a site at Cagle Recreation Area?
Yes, Cagle Recreation Area is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Cagle Recreation Area have?
47 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Cagle Recreation Area?
60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Cagle Recreation Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Cagle Recreation Area.
Does Cagle Recreation Area have hookups?
Electric, Water, Sewer.
Are campfires allowed at Cagle Recreation Area?
Campfires are allowed at Cagle Recreation Area. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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