Bouton Lake
Open year-round. Free primitive camping on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. No facilities available.
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About
Bouton Lake Recreation Area sits on a scenic 12-acre natural lake near the Neches River within the 153,179-acre Angelina National Forest in East Texas. The area provides a peaceful retreat surrounded by bottomland hardwoods and towering cypress trees draped in Spanish moss, typical of the region's unique ecosystem. This is a primitive campground with no developed facilities. There is no potable water, no toilets, and no trash service, so campers must be fully self-sufficient and pack out all waste. Camping is free and operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. The 5.5-mile Sawmill Hiking Trail connects Bouton Lake to Boykin Springs Recreation Area, with a 0.75-mile spur leading to the historic Aldridge Sawmill site. Fishing and non-motorized boating are popular activities. Visitors should be aware that the west side of the lake is privately owned and trespassing is prohibited.
Directions
From Zavalla, follow Highway 63 east for 7 miles. Turn right (south) on Forest Road 303 and continue for 7 miles to Bouton Lake.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | No |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (936) 897-1068 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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