Overview Located on Boykin Springs Lake in Angelina National Forest, this recreation area offers a little of everything, including camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking and relaxing in nature. It is situated in eastern Texas near the Louisiana border. The facility has both a campground and day-use area. The group shelter must be reserved; the campground is first-come, first-served. Recreation The group picnic area provides direct access to the Sawmill Trail, a hiking trail that winds through the forest to the Aldridge Sawmill Historical Site. Activities: fishing, no designated swimming area, hiking trail From US 69: SH 63 SE 11 miles; FSR 313 S 2.5 miles. 936-897-1068; recreation.gov 31.05186, -94.26804 Facilities The group picnic shelter accommodates up to 74 guests and is available for reservation. It is adjacent to the hiking trail and creek. The campground has several standard sites for tents and RVs, as well as a few tent-only sites. Drinking water, flush toilets and hot showers are available at the campground. Campsites: All campsites are first come, first served; 17 campsites No electric or water. Back-in campers and tents; campsite can accommodate up to 23 ft.
Source: rec_gov · last verified 2026-05-14