Townsend Day Use Pass Pass

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

A popular location for those who enjoy fishing the waters of Sam Rayburn Reservoir, the boat ramp provides access to the lake throughout the year.This is a 'pack it in - pack it out' area, so please remove any trash when you leave the site for disposal elsewhere. Day-use fee is $3 per day, per vehicle, with or without a boat trailer.

This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis as parking is limited. Once on-site, follow the posted instructions. For additional information, you can download and sign into the free Recreation.gov mobile app prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited cellular service: https://www.recreation.gov/mobile-app

All visitors must display a valid pass at day use fee sites where required. Please write down your confirmation number on a provided fee envelope onsite and display in vehicle dash.

This pass does not guarantee parking availability. For your safety, please remember that parking outside of designated areas is discouraged and visitors who park illegally may be fined and towed. This pass is valid until 11:59 PM of the date listed on the pass, and only for the date and vehicle specified for this pass. There is no room for RVs due to limited space in the parking area.

All honored passes are displayed on the fee area bulletin board. Passes are non-transferrable, non-refundable, not replaceable if lost or stolen, and are void if altered or reproduced.