High View
High View Park is on a long peninsula on the western shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas.
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Site mix
| RV with electric | 32 |
| Standard with electric | 6 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
| Host/management | 12 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 80 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
39 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |||
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |||
| 03 | Electric | Back-in | Paved | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | ||||
| 04 | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 05 | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 06 | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 07 | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 08 | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 09 | RV electric | Back-in | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | Lakefront | 10 / 3 | Yes | ||
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 80 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | $22 fee applies to 50 amp electrical service sites. $18 fee applies to 30 amp electrical service sites. Failure to checkout by 2pm may result in additional fees. |
| Accessibility | Site GP1 is listed accessible |
High View Park offers campsites with water and 50-amp electric hookups, and 30-amp electric hookups, picnic sites and one reservable Day Use group picnic pavilion, accommodating up to 50 people. A four-lane boat ramp and a courtesy dock make access to the lake easy. While public restrooms with showers help provide a comfortable camping experience.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Ennis, Texas: From Interstate 45, exit onto U.S. Highway 287 Bypass (Exit #247). Travel 4.5 miles and exit at the Bardwell Lake exit sign. Turn left onto Highway 34 and go 2.5 miles southwest. After crossing the Bardwell Lake bridge, take the first left onto High View Park Road. Travel 0.2-mile to the High View Park entrance station.
| Nearest town | Ennis, Texas |
| Coordinates | 32.2714° N, 96.6678° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | SWFA Outdoors ↗ | 18.9 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 30.4 mi |
| RV sales & service | Motor Home Specialist ↗ | 34.5 mi |
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Natural features
The park is grassy and partially forested with a mix of shade and sun. The lake's cool, blue water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat, while bluebonnets and other wildflowers surround the lakeshore each spring.
Recreation
Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent.
Nearby
Numerous amenities, as well as cultural and historical attractions, lie in the nearby cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at High View?
Sites at High View are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at High View?
$22 fee applies to 50 amp electrical service sites. $18 fee applies to 30 amp electrical service sites. Failure to checkout by 2pm may result in additional fees.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at High View?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does High View have?
51 sites, including 32 RV sites with electric, 6 standard sites with power, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at High View?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does High View have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at High View?
While public restrooms with showers help provide a comfortable camping experience.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at High View?
Yes, pets are allowed at High View. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at High View?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at High View?
Site GP1 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at High View?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at High View?
Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation