Daingerfield State Park is known for the cathedral of trees that surround the hiking trail. The tall trees are part of the East Texas Pinewoods.
The park was built by the CCC, and was substantially refurbished in 2011.
Location
455 Park Road 17, Daingerfield, Texas 75638
Cost
The entry fee for Daingerfield State Park is $5 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 and under.
There are additional fees for overnight stays which vary depending on the type of lodging or campsite.
To save money when visiting Daingerfield State Park, I recommend looking at a Texas State Parks Pass. The pass costs $70 a year. The benefit of the pass is that it allows the pass holder, and any passengers in their vehicle to enter the park without paying the day use fee.
Reservations
Reservations can be made in advance online. Reservations can be made for campsites or for day use. Reservations should be made as soon as you know your plans.
This is a popular park that often reaches capacity, even for day use. If you do not have a reservation you may be turned away at the gate.
Staying at Daingerfield State Park
Campsites
Tent campsites with water are $10 per night. They have a picnic table, grill, fire ring, and water. There are restrooms in the vicinity.
Full hookup campsites are $20 per night. They have a picnic table, and hookups for water, sewer and electric. There are restrooms in the vicinity.
Pull-through full hookup campsites are $25 per night. They have hookups for water, sewer, and electric. There are picnic tables at the campsite and restrooms are available in the vicinity.
Cabins
Four person cabins are available for $85 per night. They have air conditioning, electricity, and water. The kitchen has a kitchen sink, microwave, refrigerator, and stove. There is a bathroom and beds are in two different bedrooms. Pets are not allowed in the cabin, and linens and kitchen utensils are not provided. Some of these cabins are ADA accessible.
Six person cabins are available for $95 per night. These cabins have air conditioning, electricity and water. They also have the same kitchen and bathroom amenities as the four person cabins. There are three bedrooms with one double bed each.
Group Facilities
The lodge sleeps 13 people and is $225 per night. It has electricity, air conditioning and water. There is a kitchen and bathroom, and numerous bedrooms. Pets are not allowed, and you must provide your own linens and kitchen utensils.
There is a group hall with a kitchen that is available to rent, as well as a pavilion and an amphitheater.
Restrooms in Daingerfield State Park
There are bathrooms provided throughout the park. Restrooms in the camping loops have showers. There are also restrooms near the picnic area by the lake.
Hiking Trails
There are only two hiking trails at the park.
Rustling Leaves Trail is an easy hike of 2.4 miles. It goes through the cathedral of trees that Daingerfield State Park is known for.
Mountain View Trail is a shorter, but more challenging, hike. It is 1.2 miles with steep inclines that take you to scenic views.
What is there to do at Daingerfield State Park?
You can fish in Little Pine Lake. Fishing licenses are not required for fishing from the shores of a state park. The lake is 80 acres and has a fishing pier.
Swimming is allowed in Little Pine Lake. There is a swimming area with a swim platform.
Kayaks and canoes are available to rent in the park. There are also paddle boats and paddle boards. Life jackets and paddles are included with rental fees.
Try you hand at nature photography or going birding. Armadillo, deer, and rabbits live in the park.
Dogs at Daingerfield State Park
Daingerfield State Park allows dogs into the park. Dogs must be on a leash in public areas of the park including on hiking trails. Owners must clean up after their dogs.
Dogs are not allowed inside any of the buildings, including cabins and bathrooms.
What to do near Daingerfield State Park
Daingerfield, Texas
A town of 2,500 people located five minutes from the park and is the county seat for Morris County. The town has a Brookshire’s grocery store and a handful of restaurants.
Jefferson, Texas
A historic town 30 miles from the park with a Carnegie Library. The county seat of Marion County, this town has a vibrant downtown and is known for having many bed and breakfasts and museums. Visit the Historic Jefferson Railway, the Jefferson Historical Museum, or the Museum of Measurement and Time.