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Cagle Recreation Area
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USDA Forest Service47Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
47Sites with a reported party limit
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Overview
Cagle Recreation Area is a popular campground and day-use area that sits along the shoreline of Lake Conroe on the west fork of the San Jacinto River, just 1 hour north of Houston, Texas. The area offers great camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, birding and water sports year-round.Recreation
Anglers are drawn to the 22,000-acre Lake Conroe for its forested lake shore and open water. The lake is particularly noted for black bass and year-round fishing.
Swimming is not allowed, but fishing, hiking, picnicking and shoreline wading are sure to provide plenty of fun for kids.
Hikers and mountain bikers can try the 2-mile Cagle Trail within the facility.
Learn more about recreation in the national forest.Facilities
The campground offers sites with full-service hookups organized into two loops. Each loop has sites overlooking Lake Conroe and restrooms with flush toilets, sinks and hot showers. The facility also has a boat ramp with large parking area, hiking and bicycle trails and a picnic area overlooking the lake.
Natural Features
Cagle is nestled among the pines of the Sam Houston National Forest. This area is covered with beautiful large pine and hardwood trees plus thousands of colorful wildflowers. Mid-February redbud tree blossoms followed by dogwood blossoms in early March put on a spectacular display of flowers.
Lake Conroe and the surrounding forest provide wintering habitat for the endangered bald eagle.
Temperatures are moderate to cool from September through May, and hot and humid from June to August. Winters are cool and wet.
Nearby Attractions
Visitors can explore the national forest's 85 miles of off-road vehicle, equestrian and mountain bike trails. The 128 mile Lone Star Hiking trail is nearby with a portion of the trail located near Lake Conroe.
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 47 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
47
Vehicle limit
47
Vehicle length
47
Driveway entry
47
Shade
47
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The campsite mix
Standard Electric
47
Operator directions
From Huntsville, Texas, take I-45 to mile marker 103, New Waverly exit, and go to the first stop sign. Do not turn; stay straight on the feeder until you reach the stop sign at FM 1375. Turn right (west) on FM 1375. The Sam Houston District Office is on the right approximately 2.5 miles west of I-45. Cagle Recreation Area is approximately 6 miles west of I-45 and approximately 3 miles west of the District Office on the left hand side of FM 1375.
From Conroe, Texas, take I-45 to mile marker 102, New Waverly exit, and go to the first stop sign. Turn left (west) on FM 1375. The Sam Houston District Office is on the right approximately 2.5 miles west of I-45. Cagle Recreation Area is approximately 6 miles west of I-45 and approximately 3 miles west of the District Office on the left hand side of FM 1375.
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THE ACTUAL SITES
47 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
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| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 55 ft Tent: 55 ft Trailer: 55 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 68 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 002 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 003 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 61 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 004 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 005 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 68 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 006 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 57 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 007 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 68 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 008 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 009 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 60 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 60 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 71 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 010 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 011 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 012 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 013 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 57 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 014 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 50 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 015 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 60 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 60 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 70 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 016 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 017 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 018 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 58 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 019 SWGU Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 020 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 021 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 62 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 022 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 58 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 023 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 024 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 57 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 025 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 65 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 026 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 027 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 62 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 028 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 029 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 030 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 031 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 032 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 033 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 034 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 035 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 54 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 036 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 54 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 037 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 038 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 58 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 039 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 64 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 040 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 041 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 52 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 042 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 48 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 043 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 54 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 044 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 44 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 045 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 42 ft Tent: 42 ft Trailer: 42 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 46 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 046 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 50 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 64 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |
| Site 047 SYME Source updated: 2025-12-06 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 54 (raw length) | 50/30 Shade: Full |