Houston Recreation Area
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Check availability on Recreation.gov ↗
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 30 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Boat Ramp or Day use fee is $4.00 per vehicle. |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 34.1214° N, 87.2856° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- This facility is not reservable.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 24.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Werners Trading Company ↗ | 25.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Paradise RV Sales ↗ | 34.9 mi |
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Public land it sits in
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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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Houston Recreation Area?
Sites at Houston Recreation Area 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 Houston Recreation Area?
Boat Ramp or Day use fee is $4.00 per vehicle.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Houston Recreation Area?
Check-in 4:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Houston Recreation Area have?
75 sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Houston Recreation Area?
The longest site here provides 30 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
Are pets allowed at Houston Recreation Area?
Yes, pets are allowed at Houston Recreation Area. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Houston Recreation Area?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
What if Houston Recreation Area is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Corinth Recreation Area (2.3 mi), Clear Creek (7 mi), and Brushy Lake Recreation Area (12.1 mi, first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby