Army Corps of Engineers · Proctor Lake · Comanche, TX

Promontory

Promontory Campground sits along Proctor Lake in the Cross Timbers Region of Texas. The area appeals to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors.

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Photos courtesy of Stephanie Jones · Recreation.gov

Site mix

Standard with electric52
Tent-only16
overnight shelter electric5
group standard electric4
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 100 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

77 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteLoopTypeEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadePowerWater / sewerWaterfrontPeople / vehiclesFires
24L#1Tent onlyBack-inPavedPartialNo8 / 2Yes
25L#1Tent onlyBack-inPavedFullNo8 / 2Yes
26L#1ElectricPull-through65PavedPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
27L#1ElectricBack-in45PavedPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
28L#1ElectricBack-in50PavedPartial30 ampYes / –Lakefront8 / 2Yes
29L#1ElectricBack-in45PavedPartial30 ampYes / –Lakefront8 / 2Yes
30L#1ElectricPull-throughPavedPartial30 ampYes / –8 / 2Yes
31L#1ElectricPull-through100PavedPartial30 ampYes / –Lakefront8 / 2Yes
32L#1ElectricBack-in85PavedPartial30 ampYes / –Lakefront8 / 2Yes
33L#1ElectricBack-in55PavedPartial30 ampYes / –Lakefront8 / 2Yes

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

HookupsElectric, water
Max vehicle length140 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions

This campground offers a variety of campsites, some with screened shelters, some with electrical hookups and some primitive sites for tent camping.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Promontory40°50°60°70°80°90°January: 1.72 inches of precipitationFebruary: 2.08 inches of precipitationMarch: 2.54 inches of precipitationApril: 2.45 inches of precipitationMay: 4.43 inches of precipitationJune: 3.98 inches of precipitationJuly: 1.78 inches of precipitationAugust: 2.32 inches of precipitationSeptember: 3.03 inches of precipitationOctober: 3.58 inches of precipitationNovember: 2.09 inches of precipitationDecember: 1.78 inches of precipitationJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 46.5°F averageFebruary: 50.3°F averageMarch: 58.2°F averageApril: 65.8°F averageMay: 73.7°F averageJune: 81.1°F averageJuly: 84.5°F averageAugust: 84.5°F averageSeptember: 77.5°F averageOctober: 67.4°F averageNovember: 57.1°F averageDecember: 48.4°F average0 in1 in2 in3 in4 in5 inTemp °FInches
The line is the average temperature and the bars are average precipitation at Proctor Rsvr, 1 mile from the campground at 1,221 feet, station USC00417300 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020. Precipitation totals about 32 inches a year.

Getting there

From Comanche, Texas, HWY 16 north for 12 miles to the town of Downing. Turn right on FM 2318 and continue for five miles to the park entrance.

Nearest townComanche, Texas
Coordinates31.9800° N, 98.4900° W · Directions ↗

Supplies & services

Dump stationDump station ↗1.3 mi
RV sales & serviceBayer RV ↗13.3 mi
Outdoor gearCarbon Ag & Outdoors ↗28.2 mi

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Natural features

Large grassy areas dotted with black willow trees and buttonbush characterize the campground. Shade is sparse, but lake views are plentiful.

Recreation

Fishing is Proctor Lake's main draw; anglers enjoy the lake's tremendous populations of bass, shad and crappie. The lake is also recognized as one of the best hybrid striped bass lakes in the state. Boating and swimming are popular activities on the water as well, and boat ramps and docks provide easy lake access for visitors. The surrounding wildlife areas at Proctor Lake provide ample hunting opportunities for game like duck, dove, hog and other small game animals. High Point Park, located just 2 miles from the campground, offers more than 10 miles of hiking and equestrian trails.

Nearby

The nearby town of Comanche, Texas, offers historical attractions, antique stores. museums, events and more.

Guidebooks for Texas

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  • Best Tent Camping: Texas
    Wendel Withrow, 2018
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  • Bob Spain's Canoeing Guide and Favorite Texas Paddling Trails
    Joy Emshoff, 2018
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  • Swimming Holes of Texas
    Carolyn Tracy and Julie Wernersbach, 2017
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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Promontory?

Sites at Promontory are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Promontory?

Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Promontory have?

77 sites, including 52 standard sites with power, 16 tent-only sites, 5 overnight shelter electric, and 4 group standard electric.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Promontory?

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 Promontory have hookups?

Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are pets allowed at Promontory?

Yes, pets are allowed at Promontory. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Promontory?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Is there cell service at Promontory?

FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, 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 Promontory?

Fishing is Proctor Lake's main draw; anglers enjoy the lake's tremendous populations of bass, shad and crappie. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation

What is the nearest town to Promontory?

Comanche, Texas. The nearby town of Comanche, Texas, offers historical attractions, antique stores.

Source: Getting there

What if Promontory is full?

The nearest public campgrounds are Copperas Creek (1.2 mi), Sowell Creek (1.9 mi), and Plowman Creek (58.7 mi).

Source: Campgrounds nearby