Overview

High View Park is on a long peninsula on the western shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas.

Facilities

High View Park offers campsites with water and 50-amp electric hookups, and 30-amp electric hookups, picnic sites and one reservable Day Use group picnic pavilion, accommodating up to 50 people.


A four-lane boat ramp and a courtesy dock make access to the lake easy. While public restrooms with showers help provide a comfortable camping experience.

Natural Features

Recreation

Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent.

Nearby Attractions

Important Notices

• By using U.S. Army Corps of Engineers parks, you agree to adhere to the written policy of EP 1165-2-316, Title 36. See here.

• The entrance station is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Day use and swim beach close at 9:00pm

• Campsite Check-in: 3:00pm Check-out: 2:00pm 

• Visitors with a 'visitor' car pass must exit the park by 10 p.m.

• Reservations made with a discount pass require the pass and proper photo ID upon check-in and re-entering the facility; Click here to learn more about discount passes
• All vehicle passes must be returned to the gate house upon final departure and check-out
• A permit is required for special events or activities occurring in the park; applications must be submitted 10 days prior to the event; contact Bardwell Lake Office at 972-875-5711 for more information, Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Swimming pools, sprinklers and water slides are not allowed
• Nothing may be nailed to trees or other plants.

• STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. Remove plants, seeds, animals, and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicles. Clean your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. Stay on designated roads and trails, and follow local guidelines for firewood. CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that contacts water. Dispose of unwanted bait, worms, fish parts, or other organisms into the trash and not into the environment. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/rec. 

• Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

• All U.S. Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds are a maximum use of 14 days within a consecutive 30-day period per water resource project, which includes all of Bardwell Lake's parks.

• 50 amp services are available only for 50 amp campers. 30 amp services are available only for 30 amp campers. Converters/“dog bones” are not allowed.

Notifications and Alerts

• Updates to the Bardwell Lake Camping Fees Effective January 1, 2026.

  Camping Fees: Bardwell is well below comparable surrounding facilities and will increase fees to become more aligned with the area. There will be an increase on 30 Amp sites by $10.00, bringing the total to $28.00 per night. Sites with 50 Amp will increase by $8.00, bringing the total to $30.00 per night. The total increase at the beginning of the year will be to $28.00 and $30.00 In addition to that ALL Bardwell Lake Parks will be CARD ONLY. 

  Day Use: No change regarding the $5.00 Day Use Fee.

  Thank You,

  Bardwell Lake Customer Service Representative 

Available Activities

• Picnicking - Picnicking
• Camping - Camping
• Boating - Boating
• Swimming - Swimming

Directions

From Ennis, Texas: From Interstate 45, exit onto U.S. Highway 287 Bypass (Exit #247). Travel 4.5 miles and exit at the Bardwell Lake exit sign. Turn left onto Highway 34 and go 2.5 miles southwest. After crossing the Bardwell Lake bridge, take the first left onto High View Park Road. Travel 0.2-mile to the High View Park entrance station.

Contact Information

Phone: 972-875-5711

Rental Options

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