Tadra Point

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas — lakeside, hiking

Location: Decatur, TX, TX

Price: From $10 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (3 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/tadra-point to be notified when sites open up.

Tadra Point offers access to the fantastic Grasslands Trail system with wide open grass fields, beautiful scenic views, and Cross Timbers-style trees. The area provides excellent horseback riding and hiking opportunities at an affordable $10/night rate.

Wildlife alert: Broad-banded Copperhead snakes present in area. Also expect Common Raccoon, Barred Owl, Red-shouldered Hawk, and various other wildlife.

Insider tips for Tadra Point: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to secure a site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option Bring $6 cash as backup — no on-site attendant Trail markers are sparse in places; carry map and GPS for navigation

Skip Tadra Point if: Expecting hookups — no hookups available. Needing guaranteed reservations — first-come, first-served basis only. Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only. Preferring developed campground amenities — only 1 tent site with fire rings and picnic tables.

Best time to visit Tadra Point: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Black Creek Lake (Decatur, TX), Valley View Group Use (Decatur, TX), Hickory Creek (Tx) (LEWISVILLE, TX), Westlake Day Use (Lake Dallas, TX).

Cell Phone Coverage at Tadra Point

Cell signal at Tadra Point (Decatur, TX): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

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.

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Decatur, TX, TX★ 4 (3 reviews)From $10/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
HookupsNo hookups.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire Rings
Recreation
Picnic Tables

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ Expecting hookups — no hookups available✕ Needing guaranteed reservations — first-come, first-served basis only✕ Visiting outside May-October — seasonal operations only✕ Preferring developed campground amenities — only 1 tent site with fire rings and picnic tables

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

First-come, first-served only

arrive early to secure a site

Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival for QR code payment option

Bring $6 cash as backup

no on-site attendant

Trail markers are sparse in places; carry map and GPS for navigation

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

Live
at campground coordinates

Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: Broad-banded Copperhead snakes present in area. Also expect Common Raccoon, Barred Owl, Red-shouldered Hawk, and various other wildlife.

Location

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Getting there →

From Decatur: North on FM 730 for 10 miles, left on CR 2461 (Cottonwood Cemetery Road), at fork turn right on CR 2560 for 3 miles then left on FS 900 for 2 miles. TADRA Point Trailhead will be on the right.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — National Forests and Grasslands in Texas fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at National Forests and Grasslands in Texas before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Tadra Point cost per night?+
Tadra Point costs $10 per night. Hookup options: No hookups.
What season is Tadra Point open?+
Tadra Point is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Tadra Point have hookups?+
No hookups.
What is the maximum RV length at Tadra Point?+
Tadra Point is primarily a tent camping facility.
How do I make reservations at Tadra Point?+
Tadra Point is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Tadra Point?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Tadra Point is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Tadra Point open, and what are check-in times?+
Tadra Point is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$10 /night★ 4 (3)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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