Clear Lake (Tx)
Lavon Lake — lakeside
Location: PRINCETON, TX, TX
Price: From $30 per night
Price range: $30–$150 per night
Rating: 4.1 out of 5 (159 reviews)
Season: May through October
Clear Lake Campground has a prime location on the shores of Lavon Lake. It is the only shaded campground at the lake, and provides a quiet space for anglers, bird watchers and photographers. The park is just northeast of Dallas, Texas, and just east of the Southfork Ranch, where the hit TV series, "Dallas," was filmed.Visitors of all ages enjoy outdoor opportunities like fishing, boating, hiking, and picnicking.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Electric Hookups, Boat Launch
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Clear Lake Campground is the only shaded campground on Lavon Lake's shores, offering a quiet retreat for anglers, bird watchers, and photographers just northeast of Dallas. Google reviewers (4.3/5 stars) praise the well-maintained grounds and friendly staff.
Wildlife alert: North American River Otter, Eastern Cottontail, Common Raccoon, Striped Skunk, Canada Goose, Killdeer, Mourning Dove, Semipalmated Plover, Alligator Snapping Turtle, Texas Garter Snake, Northern Cottonmouth
Insider tips for Clear Lake (Tx): Book early as a federal (COE) campground with limited availability Electric hookups available on select sites only; plan accordingly if you need full hookups Only 15 minutes or less drive to town if supplies are needed Entry fee is $4 per person over 7 years plus $4 per vehicle (separate from nightly rate)
Skip Clear Lake (Tx) if: You need water or sewer hookups—only electric hookups on select sites. You require year-round camping—seasonal operations May-October only. Road conditions concern you—some reviewers note rough road conditions.
Best time to visit Clear Lake (Tx): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: East Fork (Tx) (WYLIE, TX), Lavonia (LAVON, TX), Lakeland Pavilion (FARMSVILLE, TX), Westlake Day Use (Lake Dallas, TX).
Cell Phone Coverage at Clear Lake (Tx)
Cell signal at Clear Lake (Tx) (PRINCETON, TX): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
Clear Lake Campground has a prime location on the shores of Lavon Lake. It is the only shaded campground at the lake, and provides a quiet space for anglers, bird watchers and photographers. The park is just northeast of Dallas, Texas, and just east of the Southfork Ranch, where the hit TV series, "Dallas," was filmed.Visitors of all ages enjoy outdoor opportunities like fishing, boating, hiking, and picnicking.
Verified facts
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early as a federal (COE) campground with limited availability
Electric hookups available on select sites only; plan accordingly if you need full hookups
Only 15 minutes or less drive to town if supplies are needed
Entry fee is $4 per person over 7 years plus $4 per vehicle (separate from nightly rate)
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
While traveling on US Highway 380 in Princeton, TX, take South 2nd Street (County Road 982) South. County Road 982 changes into County Road 735. At the 4 way stop sign (just past the Lavon Lake Camp and Conference Center), take a right on County Road 436. Watch for Clear Lake signs. Take County Road 436 and follow into Clear Lake Park.
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lavon Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Lavon Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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