BOYKIN SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
BOYKIN SPRINGS
BOYKIN SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
BOYKIN SPRINGS RECREATION AREA
BOYKIN SPRINGS RECREATION AREA

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Showers Showers

About Boykin Springs Pavilion

Located on Boykin Springs Lake in Angelina National Forest, this recreation area offers a little of everything, including camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking and relaxing in nature. It is situated in eastern Texas near the Louisiana border. The facility has both a campground and day-use area. The group shelter must be reserved; the campground is first-come, first-served.

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Open year round

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

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Showers Showers
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Reviews

7 reviews

Summary

AI generated

Some visitors expressed a desire for electricity at Boykin Springs Pavilion, highlighting it as a potential improvement. However, many appreciate the natural setting and amenities offered. Overall, it remains a popular spot for those seeking a rustic experience.

Based on guest feedback

4.7

Overall rating

Based on 7 reviews

Write a review
5 stars 71.4% (5)
4 stars 28.6% (2)
3 stars 0.0% (0)
2 stars 0.0% (0)
1 star 0.0% (0)

Showing 7 reviews

Sort by: Newest First

Joanna C

May 23, 2026

Would be nice if it had electricity

Helpful

Chris W

February 18, 2023

Heard the pavilion was going to get tore down. I sure hope that’s not true.

Helpful

Chris W

February 18, 2023

Heard the pavilion was going to get tore down. I sure hope that’s not true.

Helpful

Chris W

February 13, 2022

None

Helpful

Chris W

February 13, 2022

None

Helpful

Philip M

March 7, 2020

We rented the pavilion for a wedding. The process was easy and the place was clean and worked out great.

Helpful

Philip M

March 7, 2020

We rented the pavilion for a wedding. The process was easy and the place was clean and worked out great.

Helpful

Location & Directions for Boykin Springs Pavilion

Usda Forest Service, Angelina Ranger District, 111 Walnut Ridge, Zavalla, TX 75980 United States

Elevation: 69 ft

Getting There

From Zavalla, Texas, travel east on Highway 63 for approximately 10.5 mi. Turn right on Forest Road 313 and proceed 2.5 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Zavalla, TX - 15 mi

About 19 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Highway 63, which connects to nearby Zavalla. No interstates or other major highways are mentioned within 25 miles.

Policies & Rules

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Nearby Campgrounds

Nearby destinations


Last updated: October 7, 2026

Message us

Need help?

Our team is here to help you find the perfect spot for your next adventure.

Message us

Replies within minutes

Explore Zavalla, TX

Population: 567

Nearby city: Beaumont, TX

Approx. 68 mi away (straight-line distance)

Elevation: 223 ft

USDA Forest Service Logo
Managed by the USDA Forest Service