Island View RV Park

(5 reviews)

18.9 mi

Stayed 4 nights at Buffalo Bayou and we loved it! It was hard to leave. VERY quiet, even with…read moremultiple campers staying there. Loved having full hookups. There was a grill at the site we were at. No table, but we brought one. It did look like they may have some available at some of the other sites. They have a nice little bathroom/shower house on the grounds for use if needed. Having the boat ramp right there was ideal for taking our kayak out and you can fish off the dock behind the owners house. The dogs that were roaming around did not bother us and the pitbull was super sweet! The area is beautiful and peaceful! Plenty of room to roam. We would stay here again for sure!

The owners Pat and Leslie were very friendly and helpful. We stayed for 4 nights in our fifth…read morewheel. The place was so quiet most of the time, I thought we might be the only people actually staying in our RV. There are several other RVs out there, but we saw only a couple people at one of them while we were there. Dogs are not required to be on a leash here. We only found this to be a problem when one pitbull was especially friendly and jumping on us. We have no idea what the 3-4 dog's names were, or who they belonged to. Dogs poop where they want, and no one is picking it up....however, with that said, I never saw one poop near a campsite. They always did their business further out. There are no concrete pads, no picnic tables, no grills, etc here. This wasn't an issue for us, but you might want to know. It was very cold during our stay from January 3-7, 2022. We had no issues with our water, sewer, or electricity. It was a tight fit for our 42' fifth wheel at the first site they were going to put us, so we needed to move down a bit to a larger area. Luckily, there were many open sites, so this wasn't an issue. There are kayak rentals on the property, and lots to do in the area. There is some fracking going on closeby. A generator (or something that makes a lot of noise) ran a lot of the time we were there. Thankfully, we can sleep through just about anything, so this wasn't a big issue for us. It did detract from the quiet during the day, when we would've preferred to hear nature instead. This fracking is not taking place on the RV park property. They have no control over when this noise is going to come and go. I can see that this would be a big problem for some people. It was loud. But, it didn't bother us a lot because we were gone a lot of the time. My husband would probably say his favorite thing on this trip was the Measurement and Time Museum in Jefferson. He spent over 2 hours touring and talking to the owner. I enjoyed the shopping and talking to all the shopkeepers. There were some cute plus size clothes at Yesteryear and also The Front Porch. I'm hard to fit, and picky about the length of my shirts, and found exactly what I needed. We enjoyed the BBQ at Riverport, and the French Dip sandwiches at McGarity's. Service was good everywhere we went. Everyone was friendly and helpful. The Kroger and Walmart in Marshall are nuts! I've never seen a busier grocery store than the Kroger, and I've lived in heavily-populated Arlington, TX most of my life. It was hard to find a parking spot. We were disappointed to find out the local steamboat/paddleboat recently sank and is no longer available for tours. Also, because it was the week after New Year's, many shops, restaurants, and museums were closed for an extended period of time - some all the way to Feb. 1st. I highly recommend calling first before going somewhere, if you're coming in January.

A view of the Big Cypress of Caddo Lake with easy access to Buffalo Bayou RV Park.

Picture of some of our nicely shaded RV sites.

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Fernbrook RV Park

(9 reviews)

26.9 mi

Expensive, but it was the nicest RV park around. The grounds were immaculate. They had concrete…read morepads in good condition and most of the sites each had a small tree and a picnic table. I felt totally safe there and that made the high price worth it. They also had more amenities than other RV parks including a super clean laundry room, swimming pool and showers. There were two or three additional buildings in excellent condition for group meetings, etc. They have a once a month group event. It was a barbecue pot-luck in July and an ice-cream social in August. My only real complaint was that the free internet was totally lame. They offered a paid version, but I didn't try it so I can't say about that. However, at the prices they charge, I thought the free version should have been better.

This is definitely one of the nicest RV Parks I have stayed at. It is very clean and very well…read moremaintained. Dog-friendly is a must for me. They have several poo-bag stations around the park and a nice but plain dog park. I would definitely recommend!

The pool and hot tub area.

Miss Mary's Place for banquets, receptions, or parties. Very nice facilities with a well maintained park behind building.

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Playground is well maintained.

Backwater Jacks

4.5

(17 reviews)

19.3 mi

We had an awesome stay here! If you're coming out, definitely ask for one of the riverfront…read moreprimitive campsites. Ours came with a grill, smoker, and fire pit, which made cooking stupid easy. The bathrooms were super clean, and the owners couldn't be friendlier--seriously, they make the place feel like home. If you need firewood, swing by site 27 and grab some from the owner there if he's got stock. We left our kayaks by the launch with zero issues, which was a huge plus. The campsites themselves are big, spacious, and peaceful. There is a train that rolls through twice a night, but aside from that it's quiet and relaxing. Overall, we loved it and would absolutely come back.

I guess I forgot to write a review 2 years ago, so here we go! Backwater Jack's is fantastic! It's…read moreout in the middle of nowhere, about 15 minutes from Marshall or Jefferson. Located on the Big Cypress Bayou, the scenery is gorgeous. Two years ago, we stayed in the Couple's Cabin. It has great upper and lower decks. This time, with Reesa and Ricky, we stayed in the Texas 2 Step. Dual connecting cabins. Loved it. There's also about 30 or 40 RV spots. There's a private boat ramp. Riverbend Outfitters keeps kayaks here for rent. We've gone kayaking twice. It's fun, relaxing, and beautiful. The owners are very friendly and attempt to solve any problem you might have. The cabins are big and comfortable. They have satellite tv and WiFi. A full kitchen makes mealtime easy. Be warned, cell service here is terrible. You are out in the middle of nowhere! We have absolutely loved our stays here, and will definitely return. Check their website!

Our dock. Fishing anyone?

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Hope Springs RV Campground

(2 reviews)

17.8 mi

We had such a wonderful week stay. The cabin is quaint, and full of character. It not only holds…read morecomforts of home, but brings a couple together... Our hosts were very accomodating and helpful. It has a beautiful pond and a bench that lends time to sit, reflect, and watch nature. When you enter the cabin you can feel it is anointed with a sweet peace that washes over you and takes all the cares away. It brings you back to the real reason for our lives here on earth...to love our God and love one another. Don't miss out, if you are near this place take the opportunity to soak in this peace....

Super friendly and accommodating. Moving to the area and the owner was very helpful. Great prices…read morealso! Big pull thru spots. Make sure if you arrive late, you grab your paperwork at the covered porch area with a map because the spaces aren't labeled very well. Also, it's super dark in the country and if you miss the turn, there is another turn in! I recommend fully!!!

Reflection, in life as in water...

Sunrise, breathtaking!

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Reminder of who's we are...

Shady Pines RV Center

4.4

(14 reviews)

48.2 mi

We have stayed at this RV Park twice and it is really nice and a pretty convenient location. Their…read morespots are wide concrete spots (we were in a pull through). Picnic tables at each site, very clean bathrooms and showers. I like the pond with a fountain in it and the big grassy area is mowed, kept up nicely and a great place to walk my dog. The lady up front was friendly when I checked out. The only thing that would make this place better is if they had some supplies stocked in the office/check-in area. It is conveniently located within a few miles of Albertson's & Wal-Mart and a few restaurants and gas stations, as well. I do recommend this nice park.

Very nice and clean park. Very quiet and peaceful. People at the office was very nice. I would love…read moreto come back again.

Beautiful park and lake!

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Country Haven RV Park

(1 review)

39.3 mi

Great small park, quiet and peaceful their is occasional train going by and a nice clean fairly…read morenew laundry and shower house with a great fishing pond with cleaning station, room for walks, WIFI and the owners are very nice and accommodating

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Lovin' Life RV Park and Country Store

(5 reviews)

45.5 mi

We had a wonderful time during our stay. The owner, Sirron, could not have been nicer. We enjoyed…read morefreshly baked pizza for dinner and relaxed by the pond. I even caught a fish in his well stocked pond! We will take great memories with us and will definitely plan to stop off again next time we're passing through!

Stopped in this morning for a drink the manager was super nice park was nice this is a great place…read moreto stay and stop in for food or drink

You can order a pizza wings and cheeseburgers at the store.

Sirron

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Shreveport / Bossier City KOA

4.0

(48 reviews)

45.2 mi

We had to re-route our trip and head south due to severe tornado threat on our original cross…read morecountry route. We were so happy to land here! We made a late reservation the same day and the office ensured we had information for our late night check in to one of the camping cabins. It was a relief to arrive there after a long stressful day of driving to a cool and comfortable spot. If you're ever passing through Shreveport and need a cute camping spot, check it out.

Great Overnight Stay at Shreveport/Bossier City KOA…read more We had a fantastic experience at the Shreveport/Bossier City KOA! From the moment we arrived, the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. We were traveling with friends, and the office employee went out of her way to get us neighboring sites--huge plus! The sites themselves were clean, spacious, and well-equipped with full hookups. Each site had two drain hose connections, which is super helpful for different camper setups. We stayed in a gravel site, which was surprisingly level and included a concrete walkway and a patio with a table and chairs. Some sites are concrete, so there's a nice mix depending on your preference. Though this KOA is on the smaller side and the turns can be a bit tight, our 51-foot truck and camper combo had no issues navigating. The campground is just off I-20 with wide streets leading in, making access easy and stress-free. If we ever need a place to camp overnight in Shreveport, this will be our go-to spot. Highly recommend!

Check in entrance

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Scenic View Motel & Marina

My dearest beloved lady companion and I have been avid focused, discriminating, varied travelers…read morefor 25 years and I've fished East Texas and surrounding areas for about 50 years. Out of the 604 nights we've spent away from home in that time in places ranging from sketchy to highly luxurious, the three we enjoyed in Scenic View's motel were among the very, very best. Ellison Creek Reservoir aka Lone Star Lake turned out to be one of our favorites in the state. It is beautiful and uncrowded, with clear water and abundant vegetation to support bass fishing. The people in the town of Lone Star were very nice. The Scenic View facility is very clean, safe, pleasant, and operated with a most impressive devotion to quality and friendliness. The owners and operators since 1998, Jim and Kim, are super cool, dedicated to guest enjoyment, and clearly have reinvested abundantly in the property. They are starkly authentic and decent souls. Bass fishing was good even during a cold front. Tap water was tasty, no need to tote bottled. Beds were comfy. Hot water did not run out. The boat ramp was good and well-lit. Dockage with power or park boat trailer in front of cabin/motel door and charge up. Multiple grill-BBQ-smoker options. The kitchenette worked great, was very helpful, and there is good restaurant food within walking distance. Two bed double occupancy in the motel was $80.48 per night TOTAL final cost with no cleaning fee, etc. Coin-op laundry facilities are at motel rear, workshop side. That area has an almost supernatural ability to pull one fantastic sunset after another from the heavens, and the comfortable sheltered lower outdoor level of the store is a great place from which to watch them. So is the open deck atop the store. And sunset happens but once a day, but all day lasts....wait for it....all day! Watching a storm roll in at dawn from there was a treat. Relaxing and gazing out at a forested lake is simply fulfilling. The lake is very scenic with pine and hardwood forest and is much smaller than the chaos-riddled metro reservoirs many of their guests are used to. We were often the only boat on the lake. Lakeside properties are fun to look at and were well-kept. The residents were friendly, unlike what I've experienced at some places, and their docks and boathouses held fish. Lots of wildlife - bald eagles, river otter family of 5, raccoon family of 5, dozens and dozens of bird species, white pelicans, herons, cranes, and so on. Children must be supervised at all times and pets are not allowed in the motel or cabin. Yes, that's not ideal for some, but for everyone else, well, it's.....uh.....AWESOME, casting (see what I did there?) away a big chunk of things that can make leisure days go sideways. It's pleasingly close to the DFW metroplex and the drive through the middle instead of using I-30 or I-20 is very pleasant Texas backroad fun. Bortle stage 3 dark skies are just 15 minutes away to the ENE with ample gravel county roads with turnouts for stargazers. Lake O' the Pines is just a few minutes SE. Daingerfield SP. Jefferson. The most excellent Welsh Reservoir power plant cold water fishery. As part of a loop tour of the bevy of great lakes in E TX, SV is a great base camp. Amusingly, we arrived intending to spend a day or two of the four fishing Pines, a longtime favorite of ours, but were so happy with Scenic View facility and Lone Star Lake that we never left. Why go out for steak when there's already a tomahawk ribeye in your lap? The best part of this great experience was making friends with several of the soundly and roundly pleasant, considerate, and interesting staff, guests, and neighborhood residents, who often get together for events such as Thirsty Thursday and have a just plain good ol' time. I expect some of those associations will last for a long time. Hopefully, days other than Thursday get thirsty, too, for we plan to return regularly. A+ drenched in 5 star sauce.

Love this place!!! Truly a unique experience that one must enjoy!!! Thanks Kim & Jimread more

Wonderful!!! In East Texas, this is a must-see, must-stay!

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The Carriage House Bed & Breakfast

From the minute we arrived to the last day was awesome!!!! We were greeted and shown our rooms plus…read morethe backyard-Complete with fire pit and s'mores and wine. The rooms were immaculate and perfect for our needs. The breakfast... everyday is exquisite!! Quiche, omelettes, angel food cake French toast, fresh fruit,... that is just a start!!! Jessie is an amazing chef!! Lacy was always there with a smile and her charm and wit!!! Homemade Bloody Marys and Mimosas add to the wonderful ambience of this charming B &B!! The hospitality was unmatched!!! We felt like family and great friends immediately. I can't say enough!!! The entire experience in Jefferson at the Carriage House was PERFECT!

I cannot recommend The Carriage House enough! We stayed in a room off the main house, had our own…read morebathroom, Jessi & her crew were very welcoming & the breakfasts were fantasic! Even had free wine and waters in a fridge outside our room.

The living room that transforms into the breakfast area.

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Kennedy Manor Bed & Breakfast

(29 reviews)

12.1 mi

While we didn't stay in the house, we did get to check it out as part of our trolley tour. The…read moretour operator is the owner of the home and gives a great tour with lots of dry humor. We learned lots of Jefferson history and got to plan places we'd like to return to the remaining days that we are here as a result. We also checked out the lightning bug/firefly area he told us about on the boardwalk.

Took the tour. Beautiful bed & breakfast home. One of the nicest in town! Your was also wonderful…read more Sit in the front for the coolest seats!

Foyer

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Jefferson Hotel

This hotel has been on my bucket list for a long time. I do…read moreghost hunting for fun. I haven't seen any here yet. Have one more night to take a bunch of photos to try and see something. While I was setting up equipment on 1st night here. Had my sprit box going. It said ghost and then said infrared Which at that time, I was hooking up my infrared to my camera. Have totally enjoyed my stay. If your expecting to see something. Pictures pictures. Talk to them. You may, are may not get anything. And just have some fun.

Tacky, tasteless and terrible! The rules are over the top for such a run down establishment. It's…read morelike the land of the junkyard. Don't even waste your time.

Looking down one of the halls

Dr Pepper truck

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The Steamboat Inn

(19 reviews)

12.1 mi

This B&B is a gem. The owners are such a lovely hardworking couple. When we arrived they had…read moredelicious, warm chocolate chip cookies that we couldn't stop eating. Great Kcup coffee selection for early risers! The rooms are very neat and clean. The grounds are immaculate. There are many Bed and Breakfasts in Jefferson, but this one is by far the best and coziest. We love walking to the small town from here. Alex and Lana were so accommodating and gave us great suggestions for dining and walking trails. We can't wait to go back. The streets are so perfect for long, safe walks.

This is truly a hidden gem in Jefferson. We were going to stay in a regular hotel when we found The…read moreSteamboat Inn on Yelp. It's really like coming home. We arrived and got our luggage and headed inside only to find just another guest who told us no one was there at the time and to just put our bags in our room that was on our reservation. There was water in our room frig and cookies on the counter. Settled in we walked down to Jefferson's historical shopping area and checked out the restaurants and such. We are already planning our next visit as we did have time to see everything and want a tour of Caddo Lake.

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The Black Swan

A great place to stay for our girl's trip. Darrel and Christi have made this gorgeous place…read morewelcoming, comfortably elegant and downright charming. They wrote the book about gracious southern hospitality: They are friendly, the bed was comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious. This is the best B&B ever and all 4 of us highly recommend! Thank y'all so much!

We love this place. Darrell and Christi are the best hosts. We honestly couldn't imagine staying…read moreanywhere else in Jefferson. Location is superb based on all the places we like to go when we are in town. Breakfast is so good and happy hour is a plus!

Sketching of the outside

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Historic Kahn Hotel

4.3

(15 reviews)

12.2 mi

REVIEWING THE COFFEE SHOP ONLY…read more It's a quick and good cup of coffee in the historic hotel downstairs lobby (but this isn't he coffee shop you're looking to hang out in; try another place that's busy as a bee HIVE in town) Ordered our usual before we left out for the last run on March Miata Madness weekend. Decaf flat white with heavy cream. Everything came out exactly to spec and we're on our way! Follow our adventures online: www.tent-on-wheels.blogspot.com

My husband and I stay here every year for my birthday. We even stay in the same room! It's hard to…read moreexplain until you visit but it's so cozy and relaxing! Coffee shop downstairs is my favorite! You can walk to anything you need or want to see downtown! Just a great small town feel.

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4.6

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Really enjoyed my stay at the Caddo Cabin. If you're looking for a quiet getaway off the beaten…read morepath, then this is your place. A friend and I spent three nights here over the 4th Of July weekend and we had a blast. The cabin was perfectly fine for two people, with a king bed in the bedroom and a pull out sleeper sofa in the living area. There was a tv with a few satellite channels and a DVD player with a few dvds. The tv is not a smart tv so you'll need to bring your own device like a fire stick if you'd like to stream Netflix etc... No issues with the internet. The kitchen is well stocked with everything necessary for cooking. There were a few basic spices and coffee was provided with various creamers and sweeteners. Large charcoal grill outside with the necessary tools, including a charcoal chimney. Bring your own charcoal. The water pressure was good and the a/c worked like a charm in the 100 degree heat. Spent a lot of time on the mosquito-free screened in porch, which had several seats and a powerful fan to keep us cool. Having access to Kayaks, and a dock to launch them from was a huge plus. We spent most of our time kayaking around Caddo Lake. The kayaks/dock are a short 3-4 minute walk to another home located directly on the water, which is also owned by the same owners of the Caddo Cabin. All of the kayaking equipment was in good working condition. A golf cart is provided, which is shared with a neighboring cabin. It was nice to have for going to the local stores / restaurants. Made several trips to Johnson's Ranch Marina, Caddo Outpost, and the Shady Glade restaurant. All of which I highly recommend. Very nice people. If you're looking for some good souvenirs, MeMaw's t-shirts is a great option with custom shirts and other souvenirs. Definitely hit up the Uncertain Flea Market, which is open on the 1st and 3rd weekends of every month. The only slight downside to the cabin is its proximity to the other cabin on the property. It is not very private if the other cabin is occupied. If you're looking for something more private, I'd recommend going with one of the other homes that the owners have available. For the price, though, this place can't be beat, and I was perfectly fine with the proximity to the other cabin given how much money we saved. The owners are very kind, and promptly responded to any questions we had during our stay. I fully plan on returning for another stay in the near future. This place really is a hidden gem.

Nice quiet time and was able to embrace Mother Nature. We spotted a woodpecker tree that was…read moreattached by several woodpeckers. We rode the four wheelers thru some woods that has a Walk path and it was so much fun. I enjoy ted staring fir a long time at the lily pads and lagoons it was such a nice time. Also enjoyed yes camping and fire pits. Lots of food and great time.

Johnson's Ranch

4.7

(14 reviews)

We had a wonderful stay at Johnson's Ranch! The cabins are clean, nostalgic, and super affordable…read more The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our trip. Having a complimentary kayak or canoe included with the cabin rental each day was such a great perk. We saw the boat tours passing by while out on the water and definitely plan to book one next time!

Johnson's Ranch Marina gave us the guided tour needed for my birthday trip experience. I knew I…read morewanted to explore Caddo Lake and had originally planned to kayak, but given the weather and the expectation of rain we decided it's better to have someone explain the history and rich landscape to us while we relax (and hope it doesn't rain). Overall experience was superb! Starting from our call, we didn't book ahead of time but they were able to get us a boat tour in an hour. Upon arriving, they greeted us kindly with a warm welcome. Our boated tour did last an hour, with the tour guide entertaining my stepdad with fun facts about the lake and its inhabitants. We were told that gators are rare to see especially during the day. And yet throughout our trip, we saw multiple great egrets, blue herons, one gator, and one ratsnake! We were astonished at how much wildlife we observed. The trip lasted an hour. It poured rain about 20 minutes after the tour ended. Truthfully had we postponed it, it could've ruined my Caddo Lake experience. I'm really glad the timing worked so well for us!

Busy B Ranch

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•$$$

Absolutely best time!! Drive through wildlife park is awesome! Watch out for the treat hungry emu…read moreat the gate. She LOVES food!. Lol. All the animals appeared healthy and the atmosphere is top notch! We are actually staying at one of the cabins they rent out on the property and we love it!! It has everything you could need plus, free paddle boat on the lake in front of cabin, swing on porch, banana bread as a welcome gift, firewood provided for fire pit, and dock on the lake with chairs for relaxing. Definitely needed this get away before heading back to a busy Covid ER. Nurses need vacations too!!

This place is great! The animals are all very well taken care of and extremely friendly! The staff…read moreis helpful and very nice! We will be returning as soon as possible!

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Now named Cypress Grove RV Park. Had read a good review and a local recommended this place. Was…read morehoping for better. The log cabin social center is very nice. It has two large TVs, big tables and lots of chairs. It's very welcoming. The bathrooms and showers were very clean and nicely made. The laundry building is also clean. There is a large pile of debris toward the back. It looks like a dump of sorts. Behind that there was a lot of scattered trash as if animals had torn open a trash bag. It had been there a while though. Too bad because this was the most beautiful part of the park with beautiful grass and pine needle covered ground and many beautiful tall pines. The noise from the highway out front is busy and loud. There is a railroad crossing nearby. The trains blow their horns A LOT. Maybe all of this noise is less intrusive far to the back of the park where residents live. For me , staying near the front, it was too loud. I kept the AC running to drown it out and sleep was uninterrupted. The park is pretty with huge pines. The site numbers are small and very weathered so hard to see. There is a half demolished old travel trailer on the grass. One wall is completely missing. I thought maybe it was a recent project or something but clearly it had been there a long while. Even with all that, the main reason I won't go back is that in the morning I noticed a confederate flag flying in the back of the park at a permenant resident's site. It appeared to be the caretaker's site. I won't support a business which promotes the confederate flag. I understand heritage and love my German heritage. I won't be flying a Nazi flag. If this were my RV park I would clean out the trash and plant a bunch of trees in the front and/or build a 10' wall for a sound barrier and remove the confederate flag. On the plus side the people who worked there were very friendly.

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