RATCLIFF LAKE RECREATION AREA
| Address | 18551 State Highway 7 East, KENNARD, TX, 75487 |
|---|---|
| State | TX |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 936-655-2299 |
Amenities
Campfire Allowed
Site Access: Drive-In
Proximity to Water: Lakefront, N/A
Site Rating: Basic, N/A, Standard
Min Num of People: 0–1
Checkin Time: 0:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 8:00 AM
Shade: Full, No, Yes
Pets Allowed: No, Yes
Checkout Time: 0:00 PM, 10:00 PM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM
Max Num of People: 0–75
Location Rating: Good, N/A, Poor, Prime
Site Width: 0–35
Driveway Surface: Gravel, N/A, Paved
Condition Rating: Good, N/A
Hike In Distance to Site: 0–180
Driveway Grade: Moderate, N/A, Slight
Driveway Length: 0–100
Max Vehicle Length: 0–60
Min Num of Vehicles: 0–1
Driveway Entry: Back-In, Parallel, Pull-Through
Max Num of Vehicles: 0–3
Site Length: 0–80
Site Height/Overhead Clearance: 0–50
Tent Pad: Y
Lantern Pole: Y
Picnic Table: Y
GRILLS: Y
Tent Pad Width: 15
Tent Pad Length: 15
Electricity Hookup: 15–30
Water Hookup: Y, Yes
Fire Pit: Y
Full Hookup: 30
Sewer Hookup: Y
Lean To/Shelter: Y
Reservable Sites: 35 of 65
Overview
Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area was built in 1936 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It surrounds a picturesque 45-acre lake that was once a log pond and a source of water for the Central Coal and Coke Company sawmill which operated from 1902 to 1920.
The facility is open year-round and includes a large campground, picnic areas, a reservable amphitheater, a swim area and many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Camping is available year-round.
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Data updated: 2026-08-23 13:43 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)