Burns Run East

Burns Run East is an Army Corps of Engineers campground and day-use facility located on the southeastern shore of Lake Texoma in Bryan County, Oklahoma, near Denison Dam. The site offers two paved boat ramps with courtesy docks, making it a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats accessing the expansive 11,000+ acre reservoir. The facility includes ample trailer parking, a beach area, picnic shelter, and full amenities such as flush toilets, showers, and drinking water. Day-use launch fees apply ($5 per vehicle).

Lake Texoma is a large, well-developed recreational reservoir known for excellent fishing and water sports. The lake provides calm, protected waters ideal for paddling and is the largest lake in the Tulsa District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The area is surrounded by mature trees and sandy beaches, with scenic views of the dam. For those planning longer paddling trips, note that this is a reservoir environment rather than a flowing river—conditions are generally gentle and suitable for all skill levels.

**Directions:** From Highway 75 in Denison, Texas, take Exit 72 to Highway 91, then travel north 5 miles across Denison Dam. Take the first left exit onto East Burns Run Road (525 East Burns Run Road, Cartwright, OK 74731). For more information, contact the facility at 580-965-4660.

Overview
Burns Run East Campground is located on Lake Texoma in Oklahoma's Cross Timbers Region.
The lake is said to be the "Playground of the Southwest," where outdoor activities like fishing, boating, hiking and hunting abound.Recreation
Lake Texoma is a large reservoir with an excellent fishery and many access points. Boating, swimming, water skiing, hunting, birding and relaxing on the sandy...

Overview
Burns Run East Campground is located on Lake Texoma in Oklahoma's Cross Timbers Region.
The lake is said to be the "Playground of the Southwest," where outdoor activities like fishing, boating, hiking and hunting abound.Recreation
Lake Texoma is a large reservoir with an excellent fishery and many access points. Boating, swimming, water skiing, hunting, birding and relaxing on the sandy beaches are the typical pursuits of most visitors.

The lake is known as the "Striper Capital of the World," one of the few reservoirs in the nation where Striped bass reproduce naturally. Other popular species include largemouth and smallmouth bass, white bass, hybrid striped bass, white crappie, black crappie, channel catfish and blue catfish.

Also available is the scenic Cross Timbers hiking trail, a very popular trail that winds for 14 miles above the lake on rocky ledges and through blackjack woodland. Forty miles of equestrian trails surround the lake as well.Facilities
Burns Run East offers to 47 campsites, 44 of which have electrical and water hookups. A large, day-use group picnic shelter with electricity is available as well.

Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers and drinking water. A dump station, two boat ramps, a dock, playground, and beach are located on-site. Restaurants and stores are available 1/2-mile from the campground.Natural Features
The campground is situated on the southeastern shores of Lake Texoma. Post and blackjack oaks forest the rolling hills of the region. Deer, turkeys, bobcats, hawks, waterfowl and songbirds are abundant around the lake.
Nearby Attractions
The lake features two wildlife refuges, two state parks and 23 commercial concession areas dedicated to the enjoyment of over six million visitors annually.

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