Lakeside

Lakeside Campground and boat ramp is located on the eastern shore of Lake Texoma in Bryan County, Oklahoma, about 10 miles west of Durant via Highway 70. The facility features two boat ramps capable of handling vessels up to 26 feet, plus a courtesy dock and ample trailer parking. A $5 launch fee applies. The campground offers 137 campsites with electrical and water hookups, making it a convenient base for extended paddling trips. Contact the facility at 580-920-0176 for current conditions and reservations.

Lake Texoma is a large, popular reservoir known for excellent fishing and water recreation. However, paddlers should note that the Washita River itself has no dedicated boat ramps upstream—small craft like canoes and jon boats can access the river, which offers good bank access near bridge areas and seasonal catfish populations. Lake Texoma itself provides expansive paddling opportunities and is well-suited for kayakers and canoeists seeking calmer, larger-body water recreation compared to the river's current.

Overview
Lakeside 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
Lakeside 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
This popular campground offers 137 campsites, most of which have electrical and water hookups. A large, day-use group picnic shelter is available with hookups as well. Other amenities include flush and vault toilets, showers, and drinking water. Two dump stations, two boat ramps and two docks are located on-site.Natural Features
The campground is situated on the eastern side of Lake Texoma. Post and blackjack oaks forest the rolling hills of the region. Deer, turkey, 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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