Twin Dikes
Twin Dikes Park is located on the waters of the Sam Rayburn Reservoir, in the Piney Woods of southeast Texas. The region lies in the migration path of warblers, vireos, and other species of neotropical migrants, so spring is an opportune time for birders to visit the park.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 20 |
| Tent-only | 17 |
| Standard, no hookups | 6 |
| overnight shelter electric | 3 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 77 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
47 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | LOOA | Tent only | Full | No | 10 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 02 | LOOA | Tent only | Back-in | Paved | Partial | No | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | LOOA | Tent only | Full | No | 10 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 04 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / Yes | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / Yes | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | LOOA | Tent only | Partial | No | 10 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 07 | LOOA | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | LOOA | Tent only | Partial | No | 10 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 09 | LOOA | Tent only | Partial | No | 10 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 10 | LOOA | Tent only | Full | No | 10 / 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 | 156 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The park features 48 campsites with 30 to 50 amp electric hookups, hot showers, a group picnic shelter and boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Jasper, TX, take US 96 north 13 miles. Go west on Recreation Rd, (FM 255) for 5 miles to the park entrance.
| Nearest town | Jasper, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.0725° N, 94.0594° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Angelina 9244
28 mi from the campground · 100 acres · 0% contained
- PrescribedRx Polk 9277
41 mi from the campground · 34 acres · 0% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 38 mi |
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Explore
Video
Campsite Review for Twin Dikes Campground on Lake Sam Rayburn Near Brookeland, Texas
Worth a stop
The 20,700-acre Bannister Wildlife Management Area is on the northern peninsula of the lake. Hikers and bikers can come here to explore the designated Eastern Wild Turkey restoration site.
- 0.6 miSam Rayburn Marina Resort ↗Boat launch
- 12.4 miHanks Creek Day Use Pass ↗Day use
- 12.4 miCaney Creek Day Use Pass ↗Day use
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside National Forests in Texas.
- inNational Forests in Texas ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,921,500 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
- Andrew Smyth HouseBuilding · Jasper · 10.7 mi
- Col. Randolph C. Doom HouseBuilding · Jasper · 11 mi
- Jasper County CourthouseBuilding · Jasper · 11 mi
Natural features
Twin Dikes is on the southern shore of Sam Rayburn Reservoir, in the Big Thicket region of Texas, the densest portion of the Piney Woods, a region characterized by temperate coniferous forests. The 114,000-acre lake was impounded in 1965 along the Angelina River, and has an average depth of 80 feet with average clarity.
Recreation
The lake is a highly popular recreation destination for boating and fishing. Game fish include largemouth bass, bluegill and channel catfish. The abundance of bass in the lake, has inspired more than 300 annual tournaments.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Twin Dikes?
Sites at Twin Dikes are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Twin Dikes?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Twin Dikes have?
48 sites, including 20 standard sites with power, 17 tent-only sites, 6 standard sites without power, and 3 overnight shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Twin Dikes?
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 Twin Dikes have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Twin Dikes?
Yes, pets are allowed at Twin Dikes. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Twin Dikes?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Twin Dikes?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, 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 Twin Dikes?
The lake is a highly popular recreation destination for boating and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Twin Dikes?
Jasper, Texas. The 20,700-acre Bannister Wildlife Management Area is on the northern peninsula of the lake.
Source: Getting there
What if Twin Dikes is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rayburn (3.7 mi), Ebenezer Park (3.9 mi), and Mill Creek (Texas) (6.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby