Can you reserve a site at Rayburn?

Yes, Rayburn is reservable through Recreation.gov.

How many campsites does Rayburn have?

27 sites in total, of which 25 can be booked.

What is the maximum RV length at Rayburn?

99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.

Are pets allowed at Rayburn?

Yes, pets are allowed at Rayburn.

Are campfires allowed at Rayburn?

Campfires are allowed at Rayburn. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Rayburn, Texas — 25 sites, fees and cancellation alerts

Overview

Rayburn Park lies on the north shore of Sam Rayburn Reservoir, a popular family destination with boating and fishing and access to hunting less than a mile away. Sam Rayburn Reservoir and the surrounding Angelina National Forest provide a wintering habitat for the bald eagle. During the winter months, forest visitors may see the bald eagle soaring over the lake, perched on a flooded snag or in a tall pine along the shoreline.

Recreation

Sam Rayburn Reservoir is well-known for its largemouth bass, with numerous tournaments hosted here each year. Among the most impressive catches ever recorded is a 74-pound Flathead catfish.

The lake is also popular for jet skiing, water skiing, swimming and birding. It's used as a feeding and resting grounds for migratory birds on their path to the Gulf Coast. A resident population of wood ducks remains in the forest year-round.

Facilities

Rayburn park is open year-round and features 16 campsites with water and 50 amp electric hookups. The park also offers 9 non-electric sites, one of which is a group site. Two boat ramps, a swim beach, and a playground are also available within the campground.

Natural Features

At 114,000 surface acres, Sam Rayburn is the largest man-made lake that is completely within the boundaries of Texas. The reservoir is fed by the Angelina River, a major tributary of the Neches River.

The piney woods region boasts native flora like orchids, insect-eating plants and scores of animal species.

Nearby Attractions

From the eastern edge of the lake, hikers can embark on a 28-mile trail that heads east to the Toledo Bend Reservoir.

The facts

25 bookable sites
27 sites in total, including non-bookable
Vehicles up to 99 ft
Up to 20 people per site
Loops: LOOB, LOOC

Site types

16 Standard Electric
5 Tent Only Nonelectric
3 Standard Nonelectric
2 Management
1 Group Standard Nonelectric

Amenities

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

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills.

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27 campsites at Rayburn

Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

Site	Loop	Type	Entry	Surface	Max rig	People
33	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	65 ft	10	🐾
34	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	65 ft	10	🐾
35	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
36	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
37	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
38	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
39	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
40	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
41	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
43	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
44	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
45	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
46	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
47	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
48	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	70 ft	10	🐾
49	LOOB	Standard Electric	Back In	Paved	99 ft	10	🐾
55	LOOC	Management	—	—	20 ft	10	🐾
56	LOOC	Management	—	Paved	36 ft	10	🐾
57	LOOC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	38 ft	10	🐾
58	LOOC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	36 ft	10	🐾
59	LOOC	Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	33 ft	10	🐾
60	LOOC	Group Standard Nonelectric	Back In	Paved	39 ft	20	🐾
61	LOOC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	25 ft	10	🐾
62	LOOC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	15 ft	10	🐾
63	LOOC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	20 ft	10	🐾
64	LOOC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	20 ft	10	🐾
65	LOOC	Tent Only Nonelectric	—	—	15 ft	10	🐾

Getting there

From Pineland, TX, take FM 83 west 10 miles, then go south on FM 705 for 11 miles to FM 3127, then west for 1.5 miles and make a left into the park entrance.

31.10667, -94.10722 · 31°6'24.0"N 94°6'26.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 95°F in Aug, down to 60°F in Jan.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
High °F	60	64	71	78	85	91	94	95	89	81	70	62
Low °F	41	45	51	58	66	73	75	74	70	59	50	43
Precip in	5.6	4.8	5.4	4.6	4.5	5.5	3.5	5.0	4.4	5.2	5.3	6.1

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 3.1 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 Rayburn

Can you reserve a site at Rayburn?: Yes, Rayburn is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Rayburn have?: 27 sites in total, of which 25 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Rayburn?: 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Rayburn?: Yes, pets are allowed at Rayburn.
Does Rayburn have hookups?: Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Rayburn?: Campfires are allowed at Rayburn. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Rayburn

Ebenezer Park 2.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Twin Dikes 3.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
San Augustine 6.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Mill Creek (Texas) 6.7 mi · Campground · we watch it
Caney Creek 9.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
Boykin Springs Pavilion 10.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
Boykin Springs Camping 10.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
Magnolia Ridge 18.3 mi · Campground · we watch it
Sandy Creek 20.8 mi · Campground · we watch it
National Forests and Grasslands in Texas Day Use 10.4 mi · Activity pass
Boykin Springs: (936) 897-1068 10.6 mi · Campground
ANGELINA (Sam Rayburn Reservoir Area) 936-897-1068 13 mi · Facility

Contact

Phone 409-384-5716
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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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