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Travel north of Karnack one mile on State Highway 43 to FM 2198; go east for 0.5 miles to Park Road 2. The park is 15 miles northeast of Marshall.
Well this place was definitely the high point of the holiday, great views on a lovely cold and still morning made for some great photos. We went during the week and it was pretty quiet so nearly had the place to ourselves for the first hour but I imagine it can busy at times.
Beautiful park. Serene vistas, placid mirror-like water, and friendly , knowledgeable, and overall simply great staff. The pads for sites 55 and 56 are entirely too close together. I shouldn't be able to hear the neighbor letting one rip. Some may complain about the adjacent bayou and the mudboat noise, but it's part of the charm for me. The bathrooms are clean and well maintained. It's host to cool wildlife, including owls and raccoons. Help the rangers maintain the park and pack out your trash!
Great place to visit. Largest natural lake in Texas. Beautiful bald cypress trees not found in many places. Amazing winter beauty. I need to visit again next summer time.
Wonderful place for family vacation and camping.
The scenery is breathtaking. The park's cypress swamps are unlike anything you've ever seen before. The trees are draped in Spanish moss, and the water is crystal clear.
The wildlife is amazing. The park is home to a variety of birds, including herons, egrets, and anhingas. You can also see alligators, turtles, and snakes.
The fishing is excellent. The park's lakes and bayous are teeming with fish, including bass, crappie, and catfish.
The hiking is great. The park has a number of trails that wind through the swamps and forests.
The boating is fun. You can rent canoes, kayaks, and paddleboats to explore the park's waterways.
The camping is rustic. The park has a number of campsites that are located in the heart of the wilderness.
The stargazing is incredible. The park is located far from light pollution, so you can see the stars clearly.
The history is rich. The park was once home to the Caddo Indians, and there are a number of historical sites in the park.
The education programs are informative. The park offers a variety of programs that teach visitors about the park's natural history.
The staff is friendly and helpful. The park staff is always happy to answer questions and help visitors make the most of their visit.
This was an unexpected stop one weekend. I wish I were better prepared because the lake is best seen from a canoe. The day was cool and colder on the water and neither of us had the right clothing to stay warm for an impromptu canoe trip! Yet, even from the two access points we found, one for boats and the other a couple of piers with canoe rentals, the lake is stunning! We are definitely planning to return.
