Lakeside Park

Lakeside Park offers a well-maintained two-lane boat ramp located in a protected cove near Ferrell's Bridge Dam on Lake O' the Pines. The sheltered position makes this an excellent choice for launching in variable weather conditions. The facility includes a boat dock extending into the lake, plus amenities like swimming beaches and day-use picnic areas suitable for larger groups. This is a day-use area (reservable through Recreation.gov), so plan accordingly for your visit.

**Access & Location:** The park is located at 5177 FM 726 in Jefferson, Texas. From Jefferson, take Highway 49 northwest for 3.8 miles, turn left on FM 729 for 3.5 miles, then left again on FM 726 for another 3.5 miles to the entrance. Alternatively, from Lone Star, take US 259 south and turn left on FM 729 before the bridge at Big Cypress Creek; the ramp is about 1 mile south of that intersection.

**About Lake O' the Pines:** This large impoundment covers approximately 18,700 acres of water with 9,000 acres of surrounding land in the piney woods of northeast Texas, offering excellent opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and water sports. For more information, contact the facility at 903-665-2336.

Overview
Lakeside Day Use Area is situated along the banks of the Lake O' the Pines in the Ark-La-Tex portion of the Pineywoods of east Texas near the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.
Address to get here: 5177 FM 726, Jefferson, TX 75657
Recreation

Boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the campground. Hunting opportunities for white-tailed...

Overview
Lakeside Day Use Area is situated along the banks of the Lake O' the Pines in the Ark-La-Tex portion of the Pineywoods of east Texas near the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.
Address to get here: 5177 FM 726, Jefferson, TX 75657
Recreation

Boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the campground. Hunting opportunities for white-tailed deer, waterfowl, and small game are available on nearby public lands.

Lake O' the Pines fishing includes largemouth, spotted, and white bass along with crappie, catfish, and sunfish. In addition to boat fishing there are areas for bank fishing along the shore and below the dam along Big Cypress Bayou.

Birdwatchers are also encouraged to bring their binoculars as numerous resident and migratory bird species inhabit the area. Bald eagle sightings are a common occurrence in fall and winter and they are occasionally sighted in spring and summer. Facilities
Lakeside Park offers one large group picnic shelter, complete with electric hookups, that can accommodate up to 100 guests.

A boat ramp, dock and swimming beaches, and a volleyball court are also provided, making the area perfect for large parties or family functions.Natural Features
Lakeside Day use is located near the Ferrell's Bridge Dam. Lake O' the Pines includes about 18,700 acres of water and 9,000 acres of land.

The lake was created by the construction of the Ferrell's Bridge Dam on the Big Cypress Bayou. The reservoir was originally created as part of the overall plan for flood control in the Red River Basin below Denison Dam in Oklahoma, and has now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.
Nearby Attractions
Other historic and tourist attractions are nearby in the towns of Jefferson and Marshall, and Texas Wildflower Trail routes are located along the roads surrounding the lake.

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