Lake Murvaul Park & Marina

Carthage, Texas

19 RV Sites, 5 Cabins

Lake Murvaul Park & Marina sits about ten miles southwest of Carthage, Texas, on a lake that's earned a reputation among serious anglers as one of East Texas's best-kept secrets. The campground offers a relaxed mix of camping, picnicking, and lakeside cabins, with swimming, boating, fishing, and paddling all just steps from the campsites. Anglers come here specifically for the fishery: Lake Murvaul is known for largemouth bass that regularly top eight pounds, along with some of the best crappie fishing in Texas and healthy populations of channel catfish. Kayak and paddle boat rentals make it easy to get out on the water without hauling a boat, and the on-site marina serves up meals, snacks, and a full stock of lures and live bait for whoever's headed out to fish. Spring and early summer tend to bring the best bass action on Lake Murvaul, while fall's cooler, calmer water draws crappie anglers in particular — useful to know when planning a trip around the fishing rather than the calendar. Carthage itself adds a surprising amount of cultural ground to cover for a small East Texas town. It's home to the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame and the Tex Ritter Museum, the Panola County Veterans Museum and Memorial, and the Old Panola County Jail, now preserved as a museum with its original 19th-century cells intact. The Footprints in the Sand Monument, a local landmark of oversized sandal prints symbolizing a spiritual journey, is also worth a stop. Whether the goal is landing a personal-best bass or spending an afternoon at the Hall of Fame, Lake Murvaul Park & Marina puts both East Texas fishing and Carthage's small-town attractions within easy reach. Book a cabin or campsite and find out what makes this lake a local favorite.

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Things to know

Check-in: 2:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Rules

Check-In Procedure - Check-In: 2:00 pm - Check-Out: 11:00 am - All Campers and Renters must check in at the office or with the camp host upon arrival. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Night Drop Policy - Night Drop in office door for keys. Mode of Payment Policy - Cash or credit cards only for payments (NO checks). Quiet Hours - Quiet time is 10:00 pm to 8:00 am - Do not disturb other campers with loud talking, loud music, and loud vehicles or in any other way. Pet Policy - Pit Bulls or other aggressive dogs are not allowed in the park. - All pets must be on a leash at all times and any “deposits” must be bagged, sealed, and thrown in trash cans. Anyone violating this rule will be asked to leave the park. Spot Policy - Only one RV or tent in a spot. - You must stay in the spot that is assigned to you unless otherwise agreed upon by Office Staff. - No tents in the RV area without permission from the office. Fire Policy - Campfires are permitted on campgrounds only unless a burn ban has been issued by Panola County. - Bonfires are not permitted at any time. - No fireworks permitted anywhere on PCFWSD #1 property. Wifi Policy - As a courtesy, internet access is available throughout the park for a fee. - Availability is dependent on the conditions and equipment of patrons, and no guarantee is made on accessibility. - Please note that the Park’s Wi-Fi service is not for streaming videos. - We cannot offer technical support. General Rules - No outside appliances (refrigerator, freezer, washer, dryer, air conditioner) are allowed. - No extra trailers or buildings (utility, temporary, or permanent storage) are permitted. - No pets, no fires, no glass containers, and no alcohol of any kind in the swimming area or other public areas. - Alcohol is only permitted in your camp area or cabin area. - Camping areas must be kept clean at all times. Put all trash in the cans provided. - Absolutely no fighting. - This is a public, family-oriented recreation area. No profanity will be tolerated. - No swimming, jumping, or diving from piers or boat launch areas. - No unregistered vehicles in the park (ATVs, go-carts, mopeds, etc.) unless for handicapped use. - Facilities may not be overcrowded. Violation Policy - PCFWSD #1 has the right to charge your credit card for excess messes/damage - $50.00 fee will be charged for violating the “no smoking” rule inside facilities

Cancellation Policy

MODERATE If the guest cancels at least 1 week before your check-in day and time, they will receive a full refund (minus Spot2Nite convenience or resort fees). If the guest cancels within the 1 week before check-in, there will be no refund.