Accessible via forest roads, Caney Creek provides basic camping at no cost within the Angelina National Forest. The US Forest Service manages this drive-in campground with drinking water, restrooms, a dump station, and trash service. Pets are not permitted.
Sites sit near a lake, giving campers water access alongside the standard amenities. The $0-$6 nightly rate makes this an economical base camp for exploring campgrounds around Angelina National Forest. The pet restriction and basic facility setup work well for campers prioritizing budget-friendly lakeside access over full-service amenities.
Description
Overview
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you may be able to pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app, and the Scan and Pay feature. If this option is available, you will need to first download the free Recreation.gov mobile app https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service.
Facilities
Boat Launch, Vault toilet(s)
Nearby Attractions
Sam Rayburn Reservoir
Fee Info
Day Use/Boat Launch Fee $5.00, per day, per vehicle Camping Fee $6.00 per night (includes parking for up to 2 vehicles)
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundCaney Creek is located in Texas
Coordinates
31.1367 N
94.2565 W
Connectivity
T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/12/26- VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 3 usersLast on 3/12/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 37 min from Beaumont, TX
- 2 hrs 4 min from Lake Charles, LA
- 2 hrs 6 min from Longview, TX
- 2 hrs 13 min from Shreveport, LA
