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Overview

Buckhorn Creek Campground is situated along the banks of Lake O’ the Pines in the Ark-La-Tex portion of the Pineywoods of east Texas near the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Recreation

Boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the campground. Hunting opportunities for white-tailed deer, waterfowl, and small game are available on nearby public lands.

Lake O’ the Pines fishing includes largemouth, spotted, and white bass along with crappie, catfish, and sunfish. In addition to boat fishing there are areas for bank fishing along the shore and below the dam along Big Cypress Bayou.

Birdwatchers are also encouraged to bring their binoculars as numerous resident and migratory bird species inhabit the area. Bald eagle sightings are a common occurrence in fall and winter and they are occasionally sighted in spring and summer.

Facilities

Buckhorn Creek features 57 RV campsites with water and electric hookups. There are also 38 non-electric tent campsites which have a tent pad, picnic table, fire ring, and lantern pole.
Restrooms with showers are located in each section of the park.
Trash receptacles are located throughout the park.
A boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground, and sewer dump station are also provided.

Natural Features

Lake O’ the Pines includes about 18,700 acres of water and 9,000 acres of land, encompassing an area so large it spans five counties.

The lake was created by the construction of the Ferrell’s Bridge Dam on the Big Cypress Bayou. The reservoir was originally created as part of the overall plan for flood control in the Red River Basin below Denison Dam in Oklahoma, and has now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby towns of Jefferson and Marshall offer plenty of historic and tourist attractions, and Texas Wildflower Trail routes are located along the roads surrounding the lake.

Nearby Activities

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Water sports
• Wildlife viewing
• Swimming site

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Directions

From Jefferson, TX, travel 3.8 miles northwest on Highway 49. Turn left onto FM 729 and continue for 3.5 miles, then turn left again onto FM 726. Travel 2.5 miles. The park entrance is on the right.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 32° 45′ 19.0001″ N

Longitude 94° 29′ 39.9998″ W

Overview

Brushy Creek Campground is situated along the banks of Lake O’ the Pines in the Ark-La-Tex portion of the Pineywoods of east Texas near the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Recreation

Boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the campground. Hunting opportunities for white-tailed deer, waterfowl, and small game are available on nearby public lands.

Lake O’ the Pines fishing includes largemouth, spotted, and white bass along with crappie, catfish, and sunfish. In addition to boat fishing there are areas for bank fishing along the shore and below the dam along Big Cypress Bayou.

Birdwatchers are also encouraged to bring their binoculars as numerous resident and migratory bird species inhabit the area. Bald eagle sightings are a common occurrence in fall and winter and they are occasionally sighted in spring and summer.

Facilities

Brushy Creek features 62 RV campsites with water and electric hookups. There are also 37 tent campsites, 12 of these sites have electricity available.
Restrooms with showers are located in each section of the park.
Trash receptacles are located throuhout the park.
A boat ramp, courtesy dock, playground, swimming beach, fishing dock, and sewer dump station are also provided.

Natural Features

Lake O’ the Pines includes about 18,700 acres of water and 9,000 acres of land, encompassing an area so large it spans five counties.

The lake was created by the construction of the Ferrell’s Bridge Dam on the Big Cypress Bayou. The reservoir was originally created as part of the overall plan for flood control in the Red River Basin below Denison Dam in Oklahoma, and has now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby towns of Jefferson and Marshall offer plenty of historic and tourist attractions, and Texas Wildflower Trail routes are located along the roads surrounding the lake.

Nearby Activities

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing
• Hunting
• Water sports
• Swimming

Directions

From Jefferson, TX, travel 3.8 miles northwest on Highway 49. Turn left onto FM 729 and continue for approximately 3.5 miles, then turn left again onto FM 726. Travel 5.0 miles, turn right at the stop sign and follow signs to the park entrance.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 32° 44′ 34.0001″ N

Longitude 94° 32′ 8.9999″ W

Overview

Alley Creek Campground is situated along the banks of Lake O’ the Pines in the Ark-La-Tex portion of the Pineywoods of east Texas near the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Recreation

Boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the campground. Hunting opportunities for white-tailed deer, waterfowl, and small game are available on nearby public lands.

Lake O’ the Pines fishing includes largemouth, spotted, and white bass along with crappie, catfish, and sunfish. In addition to boat fishing there are areas for bank fishing along the shore and below the dam along Big Cypress Bayou.

Birdwatchers are also encouraged to bring their binoculars as numerous resident and migratory bird species inhabit the area. Bald eagle sightings are a common occurrence in fall and winter and they are occasionally sighted in spring and summer.

Facilities

Alley Creek features 49 RV campsites with water and electric hookups. There are also 30 tent campsites that have a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern pole. A group camping area is located in the park which has a group shelter with restrooms and showers and 12 RV sites with water and electric hookups.
Restrooms with showers are located in each section of the park.
Trash receptacles are located throughout the park.
A boat ramp, playground, swimming beach, and sewer dump station are also provided.

Natural Features

Lake O’ the Pines includes about 18,700 acres of water and 9,000 acres of land, encompassing an area so large it spans five counties.

The lake was created by the construction of the Ferrell’s Bridge Dam on the Big Cypress Bayou. The reservoir was originally created as part of an overall plan for flood control in the Red River Basin below Denison Dam in Oklahoma, and has now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.

Nearby Attractions

The nearby towns of Jefferson and Marshall offer historic and tourist attractions, and Texas Wildflower Trail routes are located along the roads surrounding the lake.

Nearby Activities

• Boating
• Camping
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Hunting
• Water sports
• Wildlife viewing
• Swimming
• Birding

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Directions

From Jefferson, TX, travel 3.8 miles northwest on Highway 49. Turn left onto FM 729 and continue for 12 miles to the park entrance on the left.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 32° 47′ 57.9998″ N

Longitude 94° 35′ 30.9998″ W

Overview

The Overlook Day Use area feuatures a beautiful lookout point at the north end of the dam at Lake O’ the Pines. Here, almost 4 miles stright of lake can be season when the weather conditions are right. A great place to spend time with large groups and lots of nearby areas to recreate.

Day Use Overlook is about 10 miles from Jefferson, TX. At the intersection of 49 and 59, follow 49 West Northwest for 4 miles till you reach FM 729. From there, turn left onto 729 and go 3.5 miles till you reach a left turn at FM 726. Follow 726 2.5 miles till you reach the dam. Overlook Day Use will be on the right about 100 yards past Buckhorn Creek Campground.

Recreation

From Overlook you can see the main body of the lake where most recreation takes place like skiing, wake boarding, and tubing. There is also great access to areas for those looking to kayak, sail or fish.

Facilities

A pavilion with electric and water is available upon rental. A boat ramp with boat and trailer parking near the Fishing and Boat dock. There are also plenty of palces to fish from the shoreline.

Natural Features

An area with a large open field overlooking Lake O’ the Pines from the south end, features rolling hills and tall pines all around.

Nearby Attractions

Lakeside Day Use and Buckhorn Creek Campground.

Directions

Day Use Overlook is about 10 miles from Jefferson, TX. At the intersection of 49 and 59, follow 49 West Northwest for 4 miles till you reach FM 729. From there, turn left onto 729 and go 3.5 miles till you reach a left turn at FM 726. Follow 726 2.5 miles till you reach the dam. Overlook Day Use will be on the right about 100 yards past Buckhorn Creek Campground.

GPS Coordinates

Latitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ S

Longitude 0° 0′ 0.0000″ W

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Longitude 95° 39′ 46.7280″ W

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Longitude 95° 40′ 24.4251″ W

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Longitude 98° 17′ 27.3446″ W

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Longitude 98° 14′ 3.1776″ W

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Longitude 98° 13′ 22.1606″ W

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Longitude 98° 12′ 17.0409″ W