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 (891)
What Guests Are Saying
Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, spacious and quiet campgrounds, and well-maintained facilities, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. Many visitors enjoyed the hiking trails, clean restrooms, and peaceful atmosphere, with some returning frequently. However, there were a few concerns regarding noise from neighbors, occasional maintenance issues, and a lack of sewer hookups, but overall, guests had a positive experience and expressed a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area is praised for its beautiful scenery, spacious and quiet campgrounds, and well-maintained facilities, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and outdoor activities. Many visitors enjoyed the hiking trails, clean restrooms, and peaceful atmosphere, with some returning frequently. However, there were a few concerns regarding noise from neighbors, occasional maintenance issues, and a lack of sewer hookups, but overall, guests had a positive experience and expressed a desire to return.
Review Summary
Jacob N
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: DOGWOOD LOOP
Nice facility. Clean bath houses. Had an enjoyable 3 days.
Veronica S
October 23, 2021
This has been the place our families have had reunions since the 40s. It is like home because we've all got memories here from when we were small children. The place is beautiful and clean, and the walking trail is wonderful! We all agreed this will definitely be the place to have it here on out.
Connie C
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 006, Loop: LAKESIDE LOOP
My family and I camped out at Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area last week. It's very beautiful there. Peaceful and quiet. Okay, we did hear traffic from Hwy 7in the mornings. But it is a beautiful park and well maintained. The staff was kind and courteous. They came every morning to clean the bathroom & pick up the trash. The weather cooperated most of the time. One night there was a very strong thunderstorm. Lots of thunder and lightning - pretty scary. That just added to the adventure. This is a good place for families - whether you use tents or RVs.
Jacob N
VerifiedOctober 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: DOGWOOD LOOP
Nice facility. Clean bath houses. Had an enjoyable 3 days.
Veronica S
October 23, 2021
This has been the place our families have had reunions since the 40s. It is like home because we've all got memories here from when we were small children. The place is beautiful and clean, and the walking trail is wonderful! We all agreed this will definitely be the place to have it here on out.
Stacey M
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: DOGWOOD LOOP
Very peaceful. Nice clean bathrooms. Shower/Bathrooms are seperate and private.
Stacey M
VerifiedOctober 22, 2021 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: DOGWOOD LOOP
Very peaceful. Nice clean bathrooms. Shower/Bathrooms are seperate and private.
Ricky C
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: LOBLOLLY LOOP
Very well kept. Clean showers it is my favorite camping area
Ricky C
VerifiedOctober 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 047, Loop: LOBLOLLY LOOP
Very well kept. Clean showers it is my favorite camping area
Camela B
October 9, 2021
Great time had by all! The facility was very accommodating and clean. We couldn't have asked for a better place to relax and enjoy family! We look forward to our next visit.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 31.3883 / -95.155
Elevation: 100 feet
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: June 4, 2026
