Valley View Group Use
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance reservations. Pay on-site via cash, check, or QR code scan-and-pay. Bird dog trials occur October 1 through March 31; check the bulletin board for schedules.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:00PM CDT until July 22 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and south central Texas. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 1:00PM CDT until July 21 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and south central Texas. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 2:42PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
AQAFWD The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has issued an Ozone Action Day for the Dallas-Fort Worth area for Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing high levels of ozone air pollution in the Dallas-Fort Worth area on Wednesday. You can help prevent ozone pollution by sharing a ride, walking, riding a bicycle, taking your lunch to work, avoiding drive-through lanes, conserving energy, and keeping your vehicle properly tuned. For more information on ozone: Ozone: The Facts (www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/ozonefacts) Air North Texas: (www.airnorthtexas.org) EPA Air Now (www.airnow.gov/index.cfm?action.local_state&STATEID=45&TAB=0) Take care of Texas (www.takecareoftexas.org) North Central Texas Council of Governments Air Quality (www.nctcog.org/trans/air/index.asp)
About
Valley View Group Use is a rustic 15-site campground situated within the 1,500-acre Designated Bird Dog Training Area on the LBJ National Grassland in Wise County, Texas. The facility was constructed through a volunteer agreement with local bird dog training enthusiasts and serves both general campers and those participating in dog training activities. Bird dog trials run from October 1 through March 31. The campground features a 20x40-foot pavilion with a Texas-sized charcoal grill, making it well-suited for group gatherings. Amenities include barrier-free vault restrooms and picnic tables. Water is available for horses and livestock but is not potable; campers must bring their own drinking water. Sites are available first-come, first-served at $10 per night with payment by cash, check, or QR scan-and-pay on site. Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
Directions
Follow U.S. Highway 81/287 north 11 miles to intersection with FM 1655 in Alvord; turn right and go 8 miles and cross Montague County Line; go 1/2 mile and turn right on Roberts Road. Follow Roberts and turn left on CR 2690 for 1 mile and turn right on Parker Dairy Road at 100 yards; turn left on CR 2777 and follow to Valley View 1 mile on right. Alternatively, follow FM 730 north from Decatur for 9 miles and turn left on CR 2461 (Cottonwood Cemetery Road); at the fork, turn right on CR 2560 for 6 miles and turn right on CR 2675 for 2 miles. Turn right on CR 2777 and follow for 1 mile to Valley View on right.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (940) 627-5475 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| USFS Valley View Group Use |
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