Caney Creek Recreation Area
An Angelina National Forest recreation area on Sam Rayburn, approached from FM 2743 east of Texas 63. TPWD lists a two-lane ramp and camping facilities.
AROUND SAM RAYBURN
Zavalla & the west side of Sam Rayburn
Zavalla is a west-side approach to Sam Rayburn and Angelina National Forest. Eagles Nest Cafe is an established town stop, while Cassels-Boykin and Hanks Creek provide different lakefront camping bases.
Boykin Springs is a separate forest outing with its own creek and small lake. It is included as an off-reservoir destination. Cassels-Boykin has county-managed RV camping; check county notices for its individual launch and pier facilities.
Cassels-Boykin Park
An Angelina County lakefront park with 16 campsites offering water, sewer and 30/50-amp service. Restrooms are available; the county lists no showers.
Hanks Creek Park
A Corps campground with electric campsites, group camping, a playground and showers. Choose a campsite deliberately; not every site has a water view.
Texas Airstream Harbor
An age-qualified 55+ Airstream community with lakefront property and RV hookups. This is a specialized stay, so confirm that both your party and your rig qualify.
Eagles Nest Cafe
An established Zavalla café for a sit-down meal on the west side of the lake. Listed by the area tourism directory for breakfast, burgers and steaks.
Boykin Springs Recreation Area
An Angelina National Forest escape with Boykin Creek and a separate small lake. A worthwhile off-lake outing; this is not a Sam Rayburn waterfront destination.
Lakeview Motel, RV & Grocery
A Highway 147 base combining a motel, RV park, general store and grill. The local tourism listing also identifies a boat ramp, swimming pool and Wi-Fi.
Bass Strike Tackle
An established Main Street tackle stop in Zavalla, convenient for the west-side approach to Sam Rayburn. Listed as a retail location by Big Bite Baits and Profound Outdoors.
Chubby’s Packing Company at The Lake
A Highway 147 lake-supply stop combining tackle, fuel, propane, a meat market and general supplies. Texas Airstream Harbor recommends it in its local supplies guide, and Bass Cash Bash lists the Zavalla business among its retailers.
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Coleman’s Convenience Store
A town-side stop on Highway 147 for fuel, propane and general supplies, with fishing bait and tackle listed in business directories. Also included in the official Bass Cash Bash retailer list.