Lake Arrowhead State Park RV & Campground Guide
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If fishing, swimming, and water skiing are among your destination plans, then head to Lake Arrowhead State Park near Wichita Falls, Texas. Before you depart, however, be sure to throw your frisbee in the vehicle so that you can play disc golf, and bring along your hiking boots. You will have a jolly time exploring this park near Jolly, Texas, on your horse or mountain bike. This park, which opened in 1970, sits just off U.S. 287, and you can easily reach it from Fort Worth or Dallas in about two hours.
Spring 54-77 F
Summer 74-97 F
Fall 52-84 F
Winter 35-57 F
RV Resorts & Campsites in Lake Arrowhead State Park
You will want to bring an RV to this area when you come to watch the sunrise, escape the Texas heat, and enjoy the cooler nights. With so many fun activities available at and near this state park, you'll want to rent an RV that suits your needs.
Lake Arrowhead State Park
A variety of campsites are available at Lake Arrowhead State Park from primitive ones to sites with full hookups. Rates start at $10, and weekly rates are available, making it easy to stay close to all the Lake Arrowhead action.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: No
• Wi-Fi: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Fire ring, picnic table
Wichita Bend RV Park
Wichita Bend RV Park is run by the city of Wichita Falls. There is a maximum 72-hour stay at this campground on the banks of the Wichita River. You can walk across the swinging bridge to Lucy Park from this campground, where rates start at $17 per day.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Dump station
Wichita Falls Jellystone Park Camp Resort
Wichita Falls Jellystone Park Camp Resort features a petting zoo, fishing area, organized campfires, and splash pad. This park features rates that start at $59 per day and also has three swimming pools, an 18-hole miniature golf course, and other amenities. However, you will also have to pay a $10/day per person activity fee.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Three swimming pools, petting zoo, fishing area
Burkburnett / Wichita Falls KOA Journey
There are many recreational activities to be enjoyed at Burkburnett / Wichita Falls KOA Journey, including darts and a seasonally open pool. Children will enjoy playing on the spacious playground, and dogs will adore the dog park at this campground, where rates start at about $44 per night.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Swimming pool, playground, dog park
What to Do at
Lake Arrowhead State Park
Inside Lake Arrowhead State Park
One of the reasons that people come to this campground is to play on Lake Arrowhead. This 14,969-acre lake is known for the quality and amount of white crappie caught there, and it is also a good place to fish for catfish. Bring your camera to capture images of the lily pads on this lake. You can also mountain bike and hike on nature trails spread across 300 acres.
Outside Lake Arrowhead State Park
There are a number of fun things to do as well as great shopping and locations to explore near this state park. Its proximity to Wichita Falls and Dallas makes it easy to plan a Texas-sized adventure, but you can also enjoy exploring many smaller communities from this park. With so many great choices, it may be hard to decide which ones you want to do.
Restaurants
Zeke’s BBQ
If you love barbecue, make this a stop on your dining itinerary to savor the Windthorst sausage slow-smoked over oak wood, or try the melt-in-your-mouth peppery pork ribs at this restaurant that was named after the family dog.
Type: Diner
Location: 19000 U.S. 281, Windthorst, TX 76389
Thad & Paisley's Family Restaurant
Get the chicken-fried steak special for lunch or order a Tex-Mex entrée at this diner where you need to save room for one of their delicious pies or take a whole one home with you for a midnight snack.
Type: Diner
Location: 12309 U.S. Highway 281, Scotland, TX 76379
Bull Malarkey
Enjoy a fresh salad, outstanding hamburger, or some hand-cut steak fingers at this restaurant that sells excellent bread pudding.
Type: Diner
Location: 109 N Main Street, Henrietta, TX 76365
The Open Table – Outdoor Eatery
People-watch while dining on your favorite Tex-Mex favorites at this restaurant that also serves delectable cake.
Type: Tex-Mex
Location: 101-199 S Angelina St, Henrietta, TX 76365
Texas Best Smokehouse
Put a smile on your face early in the day with this restaurant’s great breakfast platters, or come back later for juicy burgers and outstanding barbecue with all your favorite sides.
Type: Diner
Location: 237 Frontage Rd, Henrietta, TX 76365
Shopping
Berend Bros.
Make your horses, dogs, and cats happy with a stop at this farm-supply store where you can also find local honey.
Location: 19017 U.S. 281, Windthorst, TX 76389
Windthorst General Store
While munching on one of their German sausage wraps, browse this store’s wide selection of merchandise, which includes boots, home décor, animal supplies, and much more.
Location: 14494 FM 174, Windthorst, TX 76389
Cow Palace Couture
If country describes your clothing style, you can find clothes that you will adore at this shop that also carries gifts and home décor.
Location: 110 S Bridge St, Henrietta, TX 76365
Polka-Dot Penguin
Find gifts for every occasion with prices ranging from under $10 to over $200 at this store that puts a particular emphasis on gifts for brides and grooms.
Location: 2611 Plaza Pkwy #219, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
The Pecan Shed
At their orchard near Charlie, Texas, they grow over 27,000 pecan trees. You can find all types of pecan merchandise at their store in Wichita Falls.
Location: 1401 Midwestern Pkwy, Wichita Falls, TX 76302
Sightseeing
Castaway Cove Waterpark
Find water slides, rides, and other activities at this water park that every age group will enjoy.
Location: 1000 Central E Fwy East, Wichita Falls, TX 76301
Horton Classic Car Museum
See more than 130 classic cars at this location, including antique, vintage, and muscle cars. The museum is home to over 50 Corvettes.
Location: 115 W Walnut, Nocona, TX 76255
Professional Wrestling Museum and Hall of Fame
This hall of fame pays tribute to a range of notable professional wrestlers throughout the sport's illustrative history.
Location: 712 8th St #100, Wichita Falls, TX 76301
The Wichita Falls Museum of Art
Pollock, Warhol, and other notable American artists have their work displayed in this free art museum located on the campus of Midwestern University.
Location: 2 Eureka Cir, Wichita Falls, TX 76308
Bridgeport Falls Paddling Trail
Paddle along this 5.6-mile loop trail under a tall canopy of trees.
Location: FM 2123, Bridgeport, TX 76426
How to Get to
Lake Arrowhead State Park
If you're staying in Wichita Falls, simply take Highway 281 south for about 7 miles. Then, turn left on FM 1954 and continue on for another 8 miles until you reach the park.
If you're coming from the Dallas/Fort Worth area, take Highway 287/82 until you get to Jolly. From Jolly, head south on FM 2393 for 7 miles. You'll then turn left on FM 1954 and take this for 3 more miles to the park entrance.
Entering Lake Arrowhead State Park
The park is open daily.
Lake Arrowhead State Park Per person : $4.0
Children 12 and under are free
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Arrowhead State Park
Lake Arrowhead State Park is a great spot to observe unique wildlife species. The area is home to white-tailed deer, armadillos, coyotes, bobcats, skunks, bats, butterflies, and over 200 bird species.
Lake Arrowhead State Park has a very hot climate. The summers can be intense with temperatures ranging from 72 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit. The winters typically don't drop below 32 degrees and can be as warm as 62.
The ideal times to visit Lake Arrowhead State Park are during spring or autumn. That way, you'll have warm conditions for outdoor recreation, but you won't have to deal with the harsh heat of summer.
Lake Arrowhead State Park is a pet-friendly park, but there are certain restrictions. You must always clean up after your pets, and when they're outside your vehicle, they need to be on leashes of no more than six feet.
There are a total of 67 designated RV campsites in the campground at Lake Arrowhead State Park. Of these sites, 48 of them offer water and electricity, and the other 19 are water-only. Four of the sites have pull-through capability.