Boles Field Campground

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USDA Forest Service

Campground · USDA Forest Service Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Overview Boles Field is located in the northern portion of Sabine National Forest in eastern Texas, near the border of Louisiana. The area centers around a cemetery for fox hounds established at the turn of the century, and some of the world's most well-known hunting dogs are buried here. Campsites: First come, first served; 20 campsites with electric and water. Camping Fee: $6; 14 days camping limit; up to 2 tents;8 people per site Recreation With the Toledo Bend Reservoir just six miles miles away, Boles Field offers an opportunity to visit one of the nation's most regarded freshwater fishing sites. The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas provide excellent opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing. East Texas lies in the path of warblers, vireos and other species of neotropical migrants, and birders look forward to the spring migration. Facilities Uniquely… Getting there: From Shelbyville, Texas, take Highway 87 south. Turn left on Texas FM 417 and proceed east for a mile, then take a right at the fork onto Texas FM 2694 and continue 5.5 miles to the campground. Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233200 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov