National Forests and Grasslands in Texas - Double Lake Recreation Area: (936) 344-6205

Area Status: Open

Mountain bike sign at Double Lake on the Sam Houston National Forest.

Double Lake Recreation Area was built in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and offers camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, hiking or just getting back in touch with nature.

Campsites, a shelter for groups up to 100, and a lodge for group events are available by reservation through the National Recreation Reservations Service (NRRS).

A 21-mile mountain bike trail meanders around the lake which is stocked with bass, bream and catfish. For hikers, a 5-mile hike (one way) on the Lone Star Hiking Trail provides an opportunity to experience the Big Creek Scenic Area.

Families picnicking at Double Lake Recreation Area on the Sam Houston National Forest.

At a Glance

Reservations:	Reservations are required by contacting the National Recreation Reservations Service (NRRS) at 877-444-6777 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. seven days a week. Reservations may also be made on the Internet at www.recreation.gov.
Rentals & Guides:	Boat and canoe rental available seasonally.
Area Amenities:	Accessible,Tent camping,Camping trailer,Picnic tables,Toilets,Drinking water,Parking
Fees	Day Use Fee - $7 per vehicle, per day. Camping - All fees may be found at www.recreation.gov
Closest Towns:	Coldspring, Texas; Cleveland, Texas
Water:	Drinking Water
Restroom:	Flush toilets with showers
Operated By:	Concessionaire

General Information

Directions:

From Hwy. 59 in Cleveland, take FM 2025 north 17 mi., turn right at Double Lake.

From I-45, exit at New Waverly, take SH 150 east 25 mi., take FM 2025 S 1/2 mi., turn left at Double Lake.

Recreation Map

Map showing recreational areas. Map Information

Activities

Bicycling

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Camping & Cabins

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Fishing

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Hiking

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Picnicking

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Water Activities

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Amenities

Camping trailer	Contact district office for parking spur size
Picnic tables
Tent camping	Tent pads provided
Parking
Toilets	Flush
Accessible	37 accessible campsites
Drinking water	Drinking water is available within a short distance of each camping site