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About Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area
Number of accommodations: 33
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
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Reviews (916)
What Guests Are Saying
Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful location, clean amenities, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a great choice for camping and outdoor activities. Many visitors enjoyed the well-maintained sites, spaciousness, and nearby hiking trails, highlighting the campground's overall comfort and enjoyable experience. However, some concerns were raised about maintenance, particularly regarding road conditions and restroom cleanliness, suggesting improvements could enhance the stay for larger RVs and during peak times.
What Guests Are Saying
Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful location, clean amenities, and peaceful atmosphere, making it a great choice for camping and outdoor activities. Many visitors enjoyed the well-maintained sites, spaciousness, and nearby hiking trails, highlighting the campground's overall comfort and enjoyable experience. However, some concerns were raised about maintenance, particularly regarding road conditions and restroom cleanliness, suggesting improvements could enhance the stay for larger RVs and during peak times.
Review Summary
Lorrel L
VerifiedOctober 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: LOBLOLLY LOOP
Loved our trip to Ratcliff Lake. It was incredibly easy to book online and get to. Once there, signage was clear and we had no trouble finding our loop and campsite. The campgrounds, trails and bathrooms were kept very clean. Campers and hikers were courteous and we didn’t have any noise complaints. Happy with the distance between campsites. Trails were short and easy (we didn’t take the 4C) so if your looking for a nice leisurely stroll with the kids, this is a great location. Enjoyed the multiple observation points (with seating) throughout the trails with pictures and descriptions of wildlife to watch for. We will be returning regularly!
Lorrel L
VerifiedOctober 25, 2020 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: LOBLOLLY LOOP
Loved our trip to Ratcliff Lake. It was incredibly easy to book online and get to. Once there, signage was clear and we had no trouble finding our loop and campsite. The campgrounds, trails and bathrooms were kept very clean. Campers and hikers were courteous and we didn’t have any noise complaints. Happy with the distance between campsites. Trails were short and easy (we didn’t take the 4C) so if your looking for a nice leisurely stroll with the kids, this is a great location. Enjoyed the multiple observation points (with seating) throughout the trails with pictures and descriptions of wildlife to watch for. We will be returning regularly!
John R
October 29, 2020
First time at Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area and found a great place to get away and relax. Campsites were large and well shaded, as well as having level pads. Enjoyed the hiking trails and lake. Will plan trips here again. Bathhouses were as clean as i have seen.
John R
October 29, 2020
First time at Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area and found a great place to get away and relax. Campsites were large and well shaded, as well as having level pads. Enjoyed the hiking trails and lake. Will plan trips here again. Bathhouses were as clean as i have seen.
Paul M
October 30, 2020
Ratcliff recreation area park is a very quiet peaceful park that offers nice camping, clean showers, and bathroom accommodations.
We enjoyed the hiking trails and the beautiful serene camp site setting the park offers.
We will definitely visit this park again.
Paul M
October 30, 2020
Ratcliff recreation area park is a very quiet peaceful park that offers nice camping, clean showers, and bathroom accommodations.
We enjoyed the hiking trails and the beautiful serene camp site setting the park offers.
We will definitely visit this park again.
Monica M
VerifiedOctober 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: DOGWOOD LOOP
We camp at Ratcliff Recreation Area once or twice each year and really love October. The trails are a wonderful experience and full of nature scenes. I wish for more places to just sit and absorb the area, but that might destroy some of the natural feel.
We look forward to each visit with yearning for the peace and tranquility.
Monica M
VerifiedOctober 31, 2020 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: DOGWOOD LOOP
We camp at Ratcliff Recreation Area once or twice each year and really love October. The trails are a wonderful experience and full of nature scenes. I wish for more places to just sit and absorb the area, but that might destroy some of the natural feel.
We look forward to each visit with yearning for the peace and tranquility.
Kristy S
November 1, 2020
We live over 3 hours away from this park, but it is well worth the drive. It is absolutely beautiful! The campsites are very spaceous. We will definitely come back!
Kristy S
November 1, 2020
We live over 3 hours away from this park, but it is well worth the drive. It is absolutely beautiful! The campsites are very spaceous. We will definitely come back!
Location Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area
Address:
18551 State Highway 7 East
Kennard, TX, 75487
United States
From Crockett, take State Highway 7 east for 15 miles. The recreation area is on the left between the towns of Ratcliff and Kennard.
Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area is accessible via State Highway 7, which connects to nearby towns and serves as the major road leading to the area.
Elevation: 100 feet
2.8 mi drive to downtown Kennard (about 5 min)
Policies & Rules
General
- This facility has first-come, first-served sites
- The Day-use fee at Ratcliff is $5.00 per vehicle and is required for all day-use activities including the Group Shelters and Amphitheater.
- Limit one RV unit (fifth-wheel, motorhome, trailer or pop-up) or two tents per site; each extra vehicle is charged $5 and may need to parked in an additional parking area away from the camping loop.
- No gas motors allowed on the lake
- ATVs or ORVs are not allowed on the ground in the recreation area or any other location on the Davy Crocket National Forest.
- Picnic shelter is for day use only; no overnight camping allowed
- Amphitheater site has no tables or grills
- Click here for information about National Forests and Grasslands in Texas
- Don't Move Firewood: Help protect our forests! Prevent the spread of tree-killing pests by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. Moving firewood is illegal in some states. Visit dontmovefirewood.org to learn more.
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Last updated: September 7, 2026
