National Forests & Grasslands in Texas
Angelina National Forest Caddo/LBJ National Grasslands Davy Crockett National Forest Sabine National Forest Sam Houston National Forest Southern Research Station Lab National Forests &
Grasslands in Texas Phone: (936)-639-8501
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Angelina National Forest
Bouton Lake
Warning
Fishing
Advisory:
Largemouth bass at Ratcliff Lake, Bouton Lake,
Boykin Springs, and Double Lake have recently shown elevated levels
of mercury. This is a common occurrence in East Texas lakes.
Only largemouth bass and bowfin are affected. Please observe
Texas Department of Health's advisory that adults should limit consumption
of largemouth bass from these lakes to no more than two 8-oz. meals
per month. Children should limit consumption of largemouth
bass to no more than two 4-oz. meals per month. Women who are pregnant, nursing, or may become pregnant should not consume any fish from these areas.
One of the best kept secrets in the Angelina National Forest is Bouton Lake Campground. Completed in 1963, this area provides visitors with primitive camping, fishing and hiking amidst bottomland hardwoods and cypress trees.
Whether in an RV or tent camping, visitors have seven sites to choose from, and each has a picnic table and campfire ring. There are no electrical hookups.
There is no drinking water available.
Bouton Lake Area Info
No drinking water or garbage facilities are available. Please take refuse home for disposal.
CAMPING - There is no fee.
DAY-USE - There is no fee.
LAKE USE - Visitors should note that the west side of Bouton Lake is privately owned and trespassing is forbidden.
Campground regulations and emergency phone numbers are posted on the bulletin board at the Bouton Lake Campground entrance.
Directions
Follow Highway 63 east from Zavalla for 7 miles; turn right (south) on Forest Road 303 for 7 miles to Bouton Lake.
For More Information
Angelina National
Forest
111 Walnut Ridge Road
Zavalla, TX 75980
(936) 897-1068
(8 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. M-F)
USDA Forest Service - National Forests & Grasslands in
Texas
Last Modified: July 2008