Lake Bob Sandlin State Park

Lake Bob Sandlin State Park is a well-maintained park on the shores of a 9,460-acre East Texas reservoir. Dense pine and hardwood forest provides shady campsites, while the lake delivers outstanding bass and crappie fishing. The park features modern facilities and scenic waterfront trails.

78 campsites|East Texas|4 hr from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Cabin

$75/night

Cabins Loop · Sites Cabins 1-3 · 3 sites

Full amenities

Water + Electric

$22/night

Lakeside Loop · Sites 1-30 · 30 sites

Water, 30/50-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Water + Electric

$20/night

Forest Loop · Sites 31-54 · 24 sites

Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Walk-in Tent

$15/night

Pine Hill Loop · Sites 55-75 · 21 sites

Water nearbyTent OK

Guide to Lake Bob Sandlin State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Sites 1-30 (Lakeside) — water/electric, close to playground and pier

For Privacy:Sites 55-75 (Pine Hill) — tent sites tucked among tall pines

For RVs:Sites 1-30 — pull-through pads with 50-amp electric

When to Go

March through November. Spring fishing season is busiest. A solid choice when other East Texas parks are full.

Tips

→The crappie fishing here in spring is exceptional
→Campsites are well-shaded — a big plus in summer
→Bring a boat or kayak to explore the many coves
→The park is well-maintained and clean — one of the best in East Texas

Highlights

Excellent bass and crappie fishingHeavily shaded campsites in pine forestModern facilities and clean restrooms3 miles of lakefront trailsBoat ramp and fishing pierPlayground and group pavilion

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