East Fork (TX)

USACE US Army Corps of Engineers · WYLIE, TX · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Not recorded
Max RV Length 60 ft

The managing agency hasn't published campfire rules for this campground. The description and directions below often mention it — and it's worth calling the agency before a long drive.

Features

Rig Size Big Rig Friendly Pull Through
Hookup Electric Hookup 50 amp
Access Paved Access
Style Dump Station Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites74
Sites Accepting RVs50
Tent-Only Sites12
Group Sites1
Overnight Sites74
Max RV Length60 ft
Max Amps50
Electric Hookup Sites62
Pull-Through Sites23
Back-In Sites51
SurfacePaved

Location

33.0388889, -96.5102778 · 1901 SKYVIEW DRIVE , WYLIE , TX 75098-7575

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Description

Overview

East Fork Campground, on the southern shores of Lavon Lake, is a popular escape for city dwellers in the Dallas, Texas area or for any visitors passing through the Northern Texas region. The campground boasts everything including RV campsites, tent campsites, equestrian campsites, a group shelter and a swimming beach to keep visitors entertained during their stay.

Recreation

Boating and fishing are consistently popular activities for lake-goers. Horseback riding and hiking is great along the Trinity Trail, with a trailhead beginning adjacent to the East Fork campground.

Facilities

The campground offers 50 sites with water and electric hookups, plus 12 tent-only sites. There are not sewer hook-ups at the campsite, but there is a dump station located near the park entrance. It's the only campground at Lavon Lake with 50-amp electricity. Extra conveniences include hot showers and two boat ramps. The group campground is available year-round and fits 175 guests. Horses are allowed at the Equestrian Loop, and each equestrian site has a portable horse stall.

Natural Features

Lavon Lake, in northern Texas, flows from the East Fork tributary of the Trinity River. Its surface area spans 21,400 acres and the maximum lake depth of around 59 ft..

Nearby Attractions

The Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary features natural history exhibits and nature trails.

Directions

From Lavon, TX, travel South on Highway 78, take a right onto County Road 384. Travel until you come to a stop sign, then turn left onto Skyview Dr. and travel West for approximately 1.6 miles. East Fork will be on your right.

Activities

BOATING CAMPING FISHING

Details

Phone972-442-3141
Email[email protected]
ADA AccessN
ReservableYes

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