Damsite Texas
Damsite Texas is a relatively small campground which consists of a total of 19 campsites. Each of the campsites do have water and electric. The campground is located right along the Red River which gives easy access to popular outdoor activities like fishing. Most of all the campsites are covered by pecan trees within the campground which allows for great shade during the summer time. Before the enterance to the camground you will notice there are multiple picnic tables and a pavillion to be able to utilize for the day, this allows visitors to spend the day along the Red River and enjoy the scenary while not having to pay the cost for overnight camping within the campground.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 20 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
20 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 2 | 30 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 3 | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 4 | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 5 | 30 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 6 | 30 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 7 | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 8 | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | ||
| 9 | Back-in | 20 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes | |
| 10 | 40 | 30 amp | Yes / – | 12 / – | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 06:00 PM, checkout 04:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Damsite Texas offers 19 campsites, all with 30 amp electric service and water hook-ups. Vault toilets are located in the area. A dump station is located along the Red River. Restaurants and stores are available within 5 miles of the campground.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
| Nearest town | Denison, Texas |
| Coordinates | 33.8182° N, 96.5599° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Station Colbert ↗ | 3.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Outdoor Expeditions Supply Company ↗ | 8.1 mi |
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Damsite Campground Review // Pomme de Terre Lake [EP 38]
Worth a stop
Lake Texoma features two wildlife refuges, two state parks and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.
- 2.6 miBurns Run East Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 2.7 miBurns Run West Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Public land it sits in
Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge begins about 11.6 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 11.6 miHagerman National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 11,302 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Colbert's Ferry SiteSite · Colbert · 2.2 mi
- George Braun HouseBuilding · Denison · 4.3 mi
- Ernst Martin Kohl BuildingBuilding · Denison · 4.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated right along the Texas side of the Red River by the Denison Dam. Deer, turkeys, bobcats, hawks, waterfowl and songbirds are abundant around the river.
Recreation
Even though the Damsite Texas campground is located along the Red River, Lake Texoma is located just right on the other side of the Dension Dam. Lake Texoma is a large reservoir with an excellent fishery and many access points. Boating, swimming, water skiing, hunting, birding and relaxing on the sandy beaches are the typical pursuits of most visitors. The lake is known as the "Striper Capital of the World," one of the few reservoirs in the nation where Striped bass reproduce naturally. Other popular species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrid striped bass, white crappie, black crappie, channel catfish and blue catfish. Many visitors fish in the Red River in which they catch a vaiety of differnt species like Striped Bass, Blue Catfish, Channel Catfish, Alligator Gar, and occasionally American Paddlefish.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Damsite Texas?
Sites at Damsite Texas are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Damsite Texas?
Check-in 06:00 PM, checkout 04:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Damsite Texas have?
20 sites, including 20 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Damsite Texas?
Damsite Texas is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Does Damsite Texas have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Damsite Texas?
A dump station is located along the Red River.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Damsite Texas?
Yes, pets are allowed at Damsite Texas. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Damsite Texas?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What is there to do at Damsite Texas?
Even though the Damsite Texas campground is located along the Red River, Lake Texoma is located just right on the other side of the Dension Dam. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Damsite Texas?
Denison, Texas. Lake Texoma features two wildlife refuges, two state parks and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.
Source: Getting there
What if Damsite Texas is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Burns Run East (2.4 mi), Burns Run West (3.3 mi), and Preston Bend (6.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby