Townsend

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas — lakeside

Location: San Augustine, TX, TX

Price: From $3 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 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): 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, Boat Launch

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

Townsend offers a secluded and peaceful camping experience at an affordable $3/night rate with amenities including fire rings, picnic tables, and boat launch access.

Wildlife alert: Bald Eagles, Baltimore Orioles, Blue Grosbeaks, Black Vultures, Western Pygmy Rattlesnakes, Three-toed Box Turtles, and Broadhead Skinks documented in the area.

Insider tips for Townsend: First-come, first-served only — arrive early to claim a site Download Recreation.gov mobile app before arrival to use Scan and Pay feature for on-site payment Book early as this is a federal campground with limited availability

Skip Townsend if: You need water or restroom facilities — none currently available. You require electrical or water hookups — not offered at this location. You prefer maintained facilities — Google reviews report years of neglect and road deterioration. You need modern amenities — bathrooms and showers have been removed.

Best time to visit Townsend: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during this period only.

Nearby campgrounds: Hanks Creek (JASPER, TX), Caney Creek (Zavalla, TX), San Augustine (JASPER, TX), Boykin Springs Camping (Jasper, TX).