Caddo Lake State Park

Caddo Lake State Park

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Dec 10, 2024
We did a trip to this park in late October just as the oaks and hardwoods and cypress trees were starting to show their fall colors. It was so beautiful and rivaled what one sees up in the northern s…Full review by Chrisinkingwood2
Dec 1, 2024
Went here for the first time and loved it! What a surreal experience! Never saw anything like these bald Cypress trees with those creepy and mesmerizing Spanish moss! Cheap entry fees and easy hiking…Full review by Kalia577
Nov 25, 2024
What a jewel of a State Park. Unique part of Texas that all Texans should travel to at least once. The nature there is incredible and very unique.Full review by cwiesse
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Thick bald Cypress and a tangle of aquatic plants thrive in the waters at Caddo Lake State Park. Because the vegetation is so lush, muc…
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Encompassing the eponymous natural lake, Caddo Lake State Park features picturesque sloughs and bayous, and its landscape is do…
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Questions & answers

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Can I rent a 4-seats canoe or rowing boat?
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There are a number of places that offer tours and boat rentals, but you should call the park at (903) 679-3351. They will be able to give you the latest news.
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Answer by Kenneth R · Sep 29, 2020
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We would love to visit the park, and the lake. Just wondering what the protocols are in dealing with Covid-19, specially …
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We would love to visit the park, and the lake. Just wondering what the protocols are in dealing with Covid-19, specially for staying in the cabin and canoe rental. Greatly appreciate your response. Thank you.
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They have limited capacity so make a reservation by calling (512) 389-8900. The following restrictions are due to the Covid pandemic: Face coverings are required inside state …
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They have limited capacity so make a reservation by calling (512) 389-8900. The following restrictions are due to the Covid pandemic: Face coverings are required inside state buildings, including restrooms. They are not accepting cash or checks; credit cards only. Groups larger than 10 people are not allowed, except for families or people living in the same household. Maintain at least a six-foot distance from people not in your group. They are not renting equipment, including canoes or paddle boats. If you have additional questions, give them a call at (512) 389-8920.
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Answer by Kenneth R · Sep 13, 2020
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Hi. Is this park open now? What are the current restrictions on visitors?
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So far as I know, all state parks are open but require masks except among family members.
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Do they have pull thru camping sites for large RV's and if yes, are any available the 2nd week of November?
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go to the texas state parks website. they have a reservation tab. yes they have sites for large RVs. we saw several while there. the website probably has information on which sites have …
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go to the texas state parks website. they have a reservation tab. yes they have sites for large RVs. we saw several while there. the website probably has information on which sites have what amp capability.
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Answer by Siobhan L · Jun 25, 2019
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What is considered a public stream?
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A stream is navigable by statute if it retains an average width of 30 feet from the mouth up.2 It is important to understand that the entire stream bed is...
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Tips

In summer, rent a canoe from the on-site concession, old port caddo rentals & tours
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Visitors can bring their own canoe to Caddo Lake, and the state park also provides rentals by the hour
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The park is set up with campsites, cabins, nature and hiking trails
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Visitors can explore the pineywoods on more than 13 miles of trails
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Offers partial to full hookup rv camping in a cypress covered bayou
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You can see the lake by motorboat
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Caddo lake state park has camping facilities and cabins for rent, and it is perfect for picnicking and hiking
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Bicycling and horseback riding are permitted on designated roads/trails
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All campers have access to flushing toilets and showers
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The state park features hiking trails and campgrounds, but the real reason to visit is its access to the water
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The best way to explore Caddo Lake is by kayak or canoe
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It is an internationally protected wetland under the ramsar treaty and features the largest cypress forest in the world
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Caddo lake is the lake that the state park encompasses, and is one of only a handful of natural lakes in texas
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It is also home to over 70 species of fish, making it popular amongst anglers
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Today, most visitors travel by boat through the sloughs and ponds to fish
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Though rare to encounter, American alligators also live in Caddo Lake
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