Lake Bob Sandlin State Park, Texas, United States

4TurtleGirlGonzales 5:00 PM Jul 20, 2020

Nice weekend getaway!
Stayed in a screened shelter recently. Some of the shelters and little cabins are right on the lake for easy access. Choose the outer sites of the loops for the best spots. Shelter was clean and in good repair. Restrooms were in good repair and very clean with nice showers! Nice trails and the trout pond was lovely. Did notice some campsites with alot of downed brush and debris around them. I would not want to set up camp with a large mound of dead brush right next to my tent or trailer. However, these were few and definitely the exception. Swim area was clean and not heavily populated on weekend of 7/18. The lake is reclaiming a few picnic sites near the boat ramp as the bank is giving way. Clearly marked and roped off for safety. Staff was friendly and welcoming. As a single person camping, I liked that they patrol the area regularly, too. Saw rabbit and deer. Definitely will return.

4Climber19023 5:00 PM Oct 24, 2005

Very Nice State Park in East Texas
Lake Bob Sandlin is a very well maintained Texas State Park in the Piney woodlands of East Texas. Located about 13 miles S.E. of Mt Vernon just off I30 located on Texas SH 21 and about 100 miles east of Dallas. The first set of campsites (1- 75 or so) are all well shaded and spaced far enough apart so you won't find yourself looking directly at your neighbors for your entire stay. The premium sites are located closer to the lake but not a significant improvement over the others which are equipped with electricity and water. The second group of sites are mostly cabins and enclosures which would be fine for group events. There is also dump station. There is wildlife, deer, raccoon, armadillo etc... in sufficient abundance that you are likely to encouter them as you hike the 5-6 miles of wooded trails. There is a pond at either end of the park, the second being stocked with trout. The place is great for hiking, biking and fishing. There is a fishing pier and a swimming area, but as of this writing the water was low and the swimming area did not look so inviting. The shoreline of the lake is heavily populated with tree stumps which I'm sure is excellent for bass fishiing. Overall, my family I was very pleased with their weekend stay and we plan on visiting again soon.