Malden Lake Campground
Malden Lake Campground is situated on the shore of 30,000-acre Wright Patman Lake within the piney woods of northeast Texas. This facility offers year-round enjoyment of outdoor activities like fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 38 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
38 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H001 | H | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| H002 | H | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | Yes |
| H003 | H | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| H004 | H | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| H005 | H | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| H006 | H | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| H007 | H | Pull-through | 55 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| H008 | H | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| H009 | H | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| H010 | H | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | 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 |
| Max vehicle length | 55 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites H002, P018 are listed accessible |
Malden Lake Campground offers 39 campsites, all with water and electricity. Ten of the sites have 50-amp electric service, and all sites contain a picnic table, grill, utility table, lantern post and trash can. RV campers have the convenience of a dump station. The park also has a boat ramp and courtesy dock.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Physical Address of Malden Lake Campground. 230 Malden Lake Road. Maud, TX 75567. From I-30, exit onto Highway 8 at New Boston, Texas. Take Highway 8 south through Maud. Approximately six miles south of Maud, the park road will be on the left.
| Nearest town | Maud, Texas |
| Coordinates | 33.2747° N, 94.3478° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Langdon RV & Trailer Sales ↗ | 17.6 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Premier Outdoor Equipment ↗ | 19.1 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
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Natural features
The campground overlooks the lake and is set among a thick pine forest that provides plenty of shade. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages approximately 55,000 acres of public forestland around the lake, providing habitat for wild turkey, bobwhite quail, squirrel, white-tailed deer, waterfowl and migrating bald eagles, pelicans and ducks. Some poisonous snakes inhabit the area.
Recreation
Wright Patman Lake hosts a wide range of recreational activities, including camping, swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. Boaters flock to the lake, and anglers try their luck for bass, catfish, crappie and sunfish. Malden Lake Park has a trail system behind the campsites in the H Loop, which is great for walking and enjoying the park.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Malden Lake Campground?
Sites at Malden Lake Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Malden Lake Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Malden Lake Campground have?
39 sites, including 38 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Malden Lake Campground?
The longest site here provides 55 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Malden Lake Campground have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Malden Lake Campground?
RV campers have the convenience of a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Malden Lake Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Malden Lake Campground. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Malden Lake Campground?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Malden Lake Campground?
Sites H002 and P018 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 Malden Lake Campground?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 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 Malden Lake Campground?
Wright Patman Lake hosts a wide range of recreational activities, including camping, swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Malden Lake Campground?
Maud, Texas. The Texarkana region is full of activities such as shopping, movies, restaurants and local historical sites.
Source: Getting there