Cagle campsite
CAGLE RECREATION AREA 1
CAGLE RECREATION AREA DOCK
Cagle walking path
Cagle gate house

Featured amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Full Hookups Full Hookups

About Cagle Recreation Area

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.

Available sites

41 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Picnic Table Picnic Table
Full Hookups Full Hookups
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Full Hookups
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Shaded Site
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

41 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 002, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: SWGU RV
Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: SWGU RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 030, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: SYME RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

1229 reviews

Summary

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Cagle Recreation Area is praised for its clean, well-maintained campgrounds and beautiful natural surroundings, providing a peaceful atmosphere perfect for camping and outdoor activities. The hosts, particularly Jesse, receive frequent commendation for their friendliness and helpfulness. While some concerns were raised about site leveling and limited cell service, overall, visitors express a strong desire to return, highlighting the campground's spacious sites, scenic views, and enjoyable amenities.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

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5 stars 66.2% (813)
4 stars 22.3% (274)
3 stars 7.3% (90)
2 stars 2.4% (30)
1 star 1.8% (22)

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Patrick K

Verified

April 29, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: SWGU

Park was very nice, but there was no phone service or internet at the park

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david t

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April 29, 2024 Stayed at: 035, Loop: SYME

The camp hosts was very cordial and helpful. They kept the sites and the bathrooms very clean. Would definitely come back again.

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Taylor P

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April 29, 2024 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SYME

We love Cagle recreation area, but our last visit was made less than enjoyable by the park host named Lee. He was constantly on 'patrol' threatening $150 fines for any tiny infraction. He was inspecting campsites multiple times a day, and entering campsites to clean firepits even when people were using them. We do not wish to come back there again when he is park commandant.

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Patrick K

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April 29, 2024 Stayed at: 007, Loop: SWGU

Park was very nice, but there was no phone service or internet at the park

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david t

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April 29, 2024 Stayed at: 035, Loop: SYME

The camp hosts was very cordial and helpful. They kept the sites and the bathrooms very clean. Would definitely come back again.

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Taylor P

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April 29, 2024 Stayed at: 029, Loop: SYME

We love Cagle recreation area, but our last visit was made less than enjoyable by the park host named Lee. He was constantly on 'patrol' threatening $150 fines for any tiny infraction. He was inspecting campsites multiple times a day, and entering campsites to clean firepits even when people were using them. We do not wish to come back there again when he is park commandant.

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Kip M

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April 26, 2024 Stayed at: 042, Loop: SYME

Everything was clean and well maintained. The boat ramp was very convenient and the hosts and hostesses were polite and friendly. I will be returning.

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Kip M

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April 26, 2024 Stayed at: 042, Loop: SYME

Everything was clean and well maintained. The boat ramp was very convenient and the hosts and hostesses were polite and friendly. I will be returning.

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Ron H

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April 17, 2024 Stayed at: 044, Loop: SYME

Camp sites are nice with decent space between them. Locations for water, power, sewer were set up well and were in good repair. Park is older, so "paved" trails are in a little rough shape. Holes, tree roots etc along with older wooden bridges that are in various stages of failing. Our loop had one bath/shower house. Kept clean, however, at the time we were there (4/2024), the June bugs were out in force and were laying dead all over the bathrooms and the sidewalks. Just nature and the lights around the bath. The staff cleaned up everyday. Just a lot every day. Found the camp hosts to be very nice/hospitable. They made sure we were all set up and I believe that they also take care of the bath/showers. Don't expect to find someone in the gate house. They no longer seem to staff it anymore. At least, we never saw anyone there during our two day stay, and there was a sign stating that the gate house wasn't staffed....

I'd recommend them for sure and will be back if were in the area again!

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Steven E

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April 17, 2024 Stayed at: 028, Loop: SYME

Nice quiet campground. Camp hosts are very nice.
Site 24 is not level. Many sites are not level. We also stayed at site 36 which was pretty level.
Verizon signal almost zero.
Several nice trails. Quite a drive to get anywhere, but again, that makes it nice and quiet. The birds in the morning are just incredible.
Pricing was a surprise. I need to pay closer attention. $8 reservation fee and $10 electric fee. $20 for the site so total was $38, which is not really worth it, compared to most sites booked through Recreation.gov. Apparently this campground is now owned by the state, which would account for the higher prices.
Overall, nice place, but probably won't be back here much if at all. For the locals, it's probably a great weekend retreat. Nice and clean.

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Location & Directions for Cagle Recreation Area

394 Fm 1375 West, New Waverly, TX 77358 United States

Elevation: 101 ft

Getting There

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...

Nearest town

New Waverly, TX - 3.3 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

Cagle Recreation Area is accessible via I-45, with the New Waverly exit providing access to FM 1375, which leads directly to the campground approximately 6 miles west of the interstate.

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Last updated: October 22, 2026

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