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The LBJ is comprised of more than 20,250 acres with one developed recreation area located at Black Creek Lake. The recreation area consists of seven picnic units, seven walk-in camp units, one improved boat ramp and an accessible fishing bridge. No drinking water is available. The lake is approximately 30 acres in size. The discharge of firearms and hunting is prohibited on and around the lake.
There are nearly 75 miles of multipurpose trails which run in the Cottonwood Lake vicinity. These trails are used by hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders.
TADRA Point is a designated trailhead camping facility that is a primary access point for the 75 mile LBJ Multiuse Trail system. Restrooms and parking facilities are provided.
Valley View Group Use Campground is available by reservation on weekends. Call the Caddo-LBJ district office at (940)-627-5475 for reservations. Weekend reservations are $150.00. This money is used to maintain the facility and improve the campground. Facilities include restrooms, parking spurs, fire rings, lantern posts and group pavilion.
Other popular lakes include Clear Lake and Rhodes Lake. Clear Lake is approximately 20 acres in size and has a concrete boat ramp and a 50-foot wheelchair accessible fishing pier. Rhodes Lake is approximately 15 acres and has no facilities.
I have ridden these trails for over 10 years. Easy to follow for most. I frequent the red that goes down into cool bottoms area, and yellow that runs through Pine grove that gorgeous. Have went out north past 2650 on Orange and come back on blue, all marked fairly well. Cell tower twins easy to spot a great market. Some recent bulldozing has affected few areas but very remote feeling, loads of wildlife. Cons: No water/showers. Personally I ride gaited 12-15mls, so the runoff berms are a nuisance after about 40 of them...hard to find long stretch to stay locked onto a gear. 4stars
My happy place!
Of all the places I have been to this is my absolute favorite place to ride my horses. I have been going here on a regular basis for 13 yrs since I live close by... almost every Saturday and Sunday.
I know the trails like the back of my hand and I love to cut loose and run. You will not be disappointed riding here! There are 2 places that have hook ups and pens if you want to camp out. One by the red trail "Grasslands Getaway" and one by the orange trail. You can also tent camp. There is a lake for fishing. Get out there and ride!!! Tracy
Love enjoying this place for picnics or camping. It’s always nice to get out of the city and enjoy the quiet.
Went here a few weeks ago,,nice place to spend with family and go for a hike
My wife and I visited LBJ National Grassland for a hike while visiting the area. Parking at Cottonwood Lake, we hiked a few miles along the red trail. The trails here are multi-use for hiking and horseback riding. We visited in April when it wasn't too hot and there were a ton of wildflowers blooming. Overall, a nice area for hiking; I would return and hike more of the trails if I'm ever in the area again.
