Lakeside
The Lakeside Campground and Recreation Area is partially open year-round on the northern side Hords Creek Lake and fully open March 1 through September 30.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 82 |
| overnight shelter electric | 6 |
| group standard electric | 5 |
| group picnic area | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
94 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GR-1 | L1 | Group Standard Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 80 / 23 | ||||
| GR-3 | L1 | Group Standard Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 80 / 17 | ||||
| GR-5 | L1 | Group Standard Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 80 / 46 | ||||
| S00A | L1 | Overnight Shelter Electric | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | |||||
| S00B | L1 | Overnight Shelter Electric | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | |||||
| S00C | L1 | Overnight Shelter Electric | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | |||||
| S00D | L1 | Overnight Shelter Electric | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | |||||
| S00E | L1 | Overnight Shelter Electric | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | |||||
| S00F | L1 | Overnight Shelter Electric | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | |||||
| T001 | L1 | Electric | Back-in | 60 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | 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 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 100 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites T07A, T15B, T15C, T16A are listed accessible |
All of the campsites have water and electric hookups, some have sewer hookups. Boat ramps, fishing piers and showers can be found throughout the campground. Also, six sites come with screened shelters to aid with windy weather.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Coleman, TX, take Hwy 153 west 7 miles to the main entrance to Hords Creek Lake. Follow signs into the campground.
| Nearest town | Coleman, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.8467° N, 99.5794° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Standard Cancellation Rates Apply.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 21.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Brownwood RV ↗ | 35.8 mi |
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Natural features
The lake is nestled in the middle of Texas, surrounded by gently rolling hills dotted with Live oak trees.
Recreation
Bring your rod for fishing that includes largemouth bass, white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and sunfish. The record largemouth bass caught here is 11 pounds 4 ounces.
Nearby
Drive through neighboring Friendship Park and Lakeside Park or for a dose of city conveniences, head to Coleman, just eight miles east of the lake.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Lakeside?
Sites at Lakeside are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Lakeside?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Lakeside have?
95 sites, including 82 standard sites with power, 6 overnight shelter electric, 5 group standard electric, and 1 group picnic area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Lakeside?
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 Lakeside have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Lakeside?
Boat ramps, fishing piers and showers can be found throughout the campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Lakeside?
Yes, pets are allowed at Lakeside. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Lakeside?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Lakeside?
Sites T07A, T15B, T15C, and T16A are 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 Lakeside?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Lakeside?
Bring your rod for fishing that includes largemouth bass, white crappie, channel and flathead catfish and sunfish. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Lakeside?
Coleman, Texas. Drive through neighboring Friendship Park and Lakeside Park or for a dose of city conveniences, head to Coleman, just eight miles east of the lake.
Source: Getting there