Basic camp grounds. Host Debra was friendly and helpful when…read moreI was setting up my tent solo. Facilities are older and need some maintenance but function as they should. Can't wait for the swimming area to reopen- I'll come try again.

Quiet campground, large area with paved (uneven) hiking trails around lake. This is a beautiful…read moreplace to relax, birds chirping, fish splashing. Haven't seen frogs or lizards but they are hiding. -staying cool. Dirt trails for bike riders - head away from road. Narrow . Room for one vehicle on most campsites. Campgrounds closed at night, until morning 10pm - 7am. Day Use fee $7 (bring cash!)

This place used to be decent. It has gone downhill badly over the past year. Very trashy looking…read moreall around many RV,s. Management ignores important maintenance issues. They offer free WiFi that does not work. They charge a very high electric rate compared to all other RV sites (this they use to hide higher mtly, wkly and daily rents). Many sites flood during medium storms. Power is out multiple times of year even in small storms. The pool is at best OK some of the time. Customer service as of late is very low. Theft and lower caliper tenants that steel, use drugs, drink heavily are filling this place. TIME TO FIND A MORE RESPECTABLE PLACE TO STAY

Great location, right on the lake. Office staff/management is absolutely amazing since the new team…read moretook over. Gated access, swimming pool, bath house, lake access, dog park. Who could ask for more?!

$5 boat launch.... Beautiful undeveloped lake area. Fisherman's paradise…read more I prefer this area in early spring and fall as it is not too hot. Today in mid March water temp 75F and air temp 85F, perfect. Limited parking. One stall outhouse. Basic facilities. Some gators up north in the lake.

Overall Experience Came here on a little fishing trip with…read moremy friends and had a very pleasant time. Lots of nature and wildlife, and the overall vibe is relaxing and enjoyable. Definitely a great place to spend the day. Fishing & Activities Big, wide-open lake where you can fish from the dock or take your kayak out. There were a lot of families and local fishermen around, which made it feel welcoming and active. Cost & Value There is a small entrance fee, but I believe it's worth the experience for what you get. Things to Know Before You Go I wouldn't recommend coming when it's windy or raining, since the water can get pretty rough and take away from the experience.

Booked the Fireworks trip. They advertised it as 730-9pm. Once we were on the boat they said they…read moredidn't plan to end until 1030 pm. We are traveling with children and elderly. We would not have booked this trip. We were not prepared for a 3 hour trip; it caused a whole chain reaction of consequences.

We scheduled the Pirate Cruise and we're not sure what to expect - what a great time!…read more Our grandson danced, sang, looked for clues to the buried treasure, found the map, and had a water gun fight. By the end of the trip all the young scallywags were deemed pirates! The adults had a great time too! The crew was great and very interactive with all those aboard. Would highly recommend taking this trip!

If you've never caught a fish before, then this is it! Don't go anywhere else…read more Start here. Hours vary but you want to book early AM and you also want a cloudy day so plan ahead. Lake is chilly in the morning so dress warmly. They supply all the gear EXCEPT life vests so bring that if your tread game is weak sauce or if you're bringing kiddos. They clean and cut the fish upon request if you decide to keep. 25 fish limit. Ask for Chris...

I can't recommend highly enough. I'd give 10 stars if I could. Best time I've ever had fishing…read more Chris really knows where the fish are biting. Barely drop your line and you've caught a fish. Cooked up some catfish and it was delicious. Chris even gave me tips on how to prepare it. My son had the time of his life and already wants to go back. If you wanna go fishing and come back with a great haul - this is the place.

If you want QUICK access to some beautiful hiking trails - this is it! Literally out the front door…read moreof the city - but it doesn't take much to get absorbed into the forest and forget the nearby town! The northern part is much more open and home to several woodpeckers.

What I love about This particular forest area is that is somehow feels so different than the Spring…read moreCreek area where I usually hike. These trails are wider and maybe a bit more maintained as I believe Texas A&M Forest Service manages it for research end education. There are a few nice ponds and picnic areas and it's a great place to hike with a group and/or ride horses (if you have them).

We went this past weekend as a birthday gift for my wife. Our son set the whole thing up. We had a…read morefantastic time. The Kayaks and paddles were all in good shape and condition. We had a wonderful two hours on the lake. Larry the owner gave us a good weather/water briefing and advice, then off we went, a group of 6 single kayaks. Great time had by all. We will be back very soon.

Everything! A group if 3 slightly experienced ladies wanted to get out on the lake. One local with…read more2 friends visiting. Larry, of NLCPC was easy to get in touch, offered useful info before our arrival. When we reached our destination he explained needed info about the kayaks as well as offering advice about where to go within our 2 hour time. Being on this part of Lake Conroe was quiet and peaceful. We saw many water birds and just enjoyed being on the cool water. We would love to go back!

I love this place! It is so quiet and such a great place to have a picnic or just sit and watch the…read moreturtles. Wish that Harvey wouldn't have displaced most of them, but still a clean and well taken care of oasis.

The Big Creek Scenic Area, Latitude : 30.5027 Longitude : -95.0833,…read more is an USDA Forest Service designated area of special scenic quality. The Big Creek Scenic Area is named after the perennial Big Creek which runs through the area. The 98.6 mile long, Lone Star Hiking Trail, travels West and North through the Scenic Area and has three concentric trails that make easy and short loops for families, bird watchers, and outdoor enthusiast. The Lone Star Hiking Trail has a white rectangular marker on trees, the Pine Trail has a silver marker with yellow stripe, White Oak Trail has a silver marker with green stripe, and Big Creek Trail has a silver marker with orange stripe. There are benches along several of the trails to allow you to sit quietly to listen. Come out on a overcast day or have a night hike to hear Barred Owls hooting back and forth to each other. Evenings or nights you might see Beavers working on their dams on Big Creek. You can hike for 5 miles on the Lone Star Hiking Trail to the Double Lake Recreation Area (Campground) and back for a 10 mile hike. Find maps at lshtcsonservancy.org