Promontory
Proctor Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: COMANCHE, TX, TX
Price: From $10 per night
Price range: $10–$130 per night
Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (97 reviews)
Season: May through October
Promontory Campground sits along Proctor Lake in the Cross Timbers Region of Texas. The area appeals to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors. This campground offers a variety of campsites, some with screened shelters, some with electrical hookups and some primitive sites for tent camping.Large grassy areas dotted with black willow trees and buttonbush characterize the campground.
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, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch
Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/promontory to be notified when sites open up.
Promontory Campground sits along Proctor Lake in the Cross Timbers Region and is recognized as one of the best hybrid striped bass lakes in the state, with excellent fishing for bass, shad, and crappie. The area appeals to anglers, boaters, and those seeking outdoor recreation.
Wildlife alert: American Beaver, White-tailed Deer, Tree Swallow, Northern Shoveler, Killdeer, Ring-billed Gull, and Pond Slider documented in the area.
Insider tips for Promontory: Book early — this is a federal campground with high demand. Verify the campground is open before arriving, as seasonal closures may occur outside May-October. Most sites have no hookups; ensure your RV is self-contained or bring a tent.
Skip Promontory if: You need full RV hookups — only electric hookups available and most sites lack any hookups.. You plan to camp outside May-October — seasonal operations only.. You need same-day reservations — book well in advance for federal campground..
Best time to visit Promontory: May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only..
Nearby campgrounds: Copperas Creek (COMANCHE, TX), Sowell Creek (COMANCHE, TX), Plowman Creek (Kopperl, TX), Kimball Bend Park (Kopperl, TX).
Cell Phone Coverage at Promontory
Cell signal at Promontory (COMANCHE, TX): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- 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.
Promontory Campground sits along Proctor Lake in the Cross Timbers Region of Texas. The area appeals to sportsmen, birders, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors. This campground offers a variety of campsites, some with screened shelters, some with electrical hookups and some primitive sites for tent camping.Large grassy areas dotted with black willow trees and buttonbush characterize the campground.
Verified facts
RIDB / Recreation.gov official databaseAmenities
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
this is a federal campground with high demand.
Verify the campground is open before arriving, as seasonal closures may occur outside May-October.
Most sites have no hookups; ensure your RV is self-contained or bring a tent.
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
iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 kmLocation
Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
Getting there →
From Comanche, Texas, HWY 16 north for 12 miles to the town of Downing. Turn right on FM 2318 and continue for five miles to the park entrance.
Campground entrance
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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 — Proctor Lake fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Proctor Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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