East Fork (TX)

Campground · Texas · 70 bookable sites ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Lavon Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

70
Bookable sites
60 ft
Max rig length
up to 175
People per site
514 ft
Elevation
East Fork Park, Blackland Prairie, Leavenworth's Eryngo
Photo: Ranger Walker · Recreation.gov

Overview

East Fork Campground, on the southern shores of Lavon Lake, is a popular escape for city dwellers in the Dallas, Texas area or for any visitors passing through the Northern Texas region. The campground boasts everything including RV campsites, tent campsites, equestrian campsites, a group shelter and a swimming beach to keep visitors entertained during their stay.

Recreation

Boating and fishing are consistently popular activities for lake-goers. Horseback riding and hiking is great along the Trinity Trail, with a trailhead beginning adjacent to the East Fork campground.

Facilities

The campground offers 50 sites with water and electric hookups, plus 12 tent-only sites. There are not sewer hook-ups at the campsite, but there is a dump station located near the park entrance. It's the only campground at Lavon Lake with 50-amp electricity. Extra conveniences include hot showers and two boat ramps. The group campground is available year-round and fits 175 guests. Horses are allowed at the Equestrian Loop, and each equestrian site has a portable horse stall.

Natural Features

Lavon Lake, in northern Texas, flows from the East Fork tributary of the Trinity River. Its surface area spans 21,400 acres and the maximum lake depth of around 59 ft..

Nearby Attractions

The Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary features natural history exhibits and nature trails.

The facts

  • 70 bookable sites
  • 74 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • Vehicles up to 60 ft
  • Up to 175 people per site
  • Loops: CLOO, Equestrian, GRPS, TLOO

Site types

  • 47 Standard Electric
  • 12 Tent Only Nonelectric
  • 10 Equestrian Electric
  • 4 Management
  • 1 Group Standard Electric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

74 campsites at East Fork (TX)

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
01CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
02CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
03CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
04CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
05CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
06CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
07CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
08CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
09CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
10CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
11CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
12CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
13CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved54 ft8 🐾
14CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
15CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
16CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
17CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
18CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved56 ft8 🐾
19CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
20CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
21CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved56 ft8 🐾
22CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
23CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft8 🐾
24CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
25CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
26CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
27CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
28CLOOManagementBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
29CLOOManagementBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
30CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved46 ft8 🐾
31CLOOManagementBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
32CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
33CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
34CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
35CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
36CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
37CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft8 🐾
38CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
39CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft8 🐾
40CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
41CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
42CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
43CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
44CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved47 ft8 🐾
45CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
46CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft8 🐾
47CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft8 🐾
48CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved54 ft8 🐾
49CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft8 🐾
50CLOOStandard ElectricBack InPaved53 ft8 🐾
E01EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E02EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E03EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E04EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E05EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E06EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E07EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E08EquestrianManagementPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E09EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E10EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
E11EquestrianEquestrian ElectricPull ThroughGravel—— 🐾
GCSGRPSGroup Standard ElectricBack InPaved—175 🐾
T-01TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-02TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-03TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-04TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-05TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-06TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-07TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-08TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-09TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-10TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-11TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾
T-12TLOOTent Only NonelectricPull ThroughPaved—8 🐾

Getting there

From Lavon, TX, travel South on Highway 78, take a right onto County Road 384. Travel until you come to a stop sign, then turn left onto Skyview Dr. and travel West for approximately 1.6 miles. East Fork will be on your right.

33.03889, -96.51028 · 33°2'20.0"N 96°30'37.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 93°F in Aug, down to 54°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F545865738088929387776556
Low °F343846536370737366554536
Precip in2.62.73.53.74.74.11.92.13.14.43.43.5

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 1.4 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 East Fork (TX)

Can you reserve a site at East Fork (TX)?
Yes, East Fork (TX) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does East Fork (TX) have?
74 sites in total, of which 70 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at East Fork (TX)?
60 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at East Fork (TX)?
Yes, pets are allowed at East Fork (TX).
Does East Fork (TX) have hookups?
Electric, Water.

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

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