LLELA has nine camp sites available for primitive camping. The campground is near, but not along, the river. Camping is walk-in only. Each camp site will hold up to two tents and 10 people. Larger groups can rent more than one camp site. Groups of 25 people or more must use the Group Campground (by prior reservation only). Our trail map shows the location of both campgrounds.

Primitive Campsite photos

If Denton County is in a burn ban, LLELA is as well. Check current burn ban status here.

Things to Know About Primitive Camping at LLELA

• Camping is allowed daily. Please check in at least an hour before closing.  
• Check-out time is no later than 1:00 p.m.
• Cost: $10.00/campsite/night, plus day-use fees ($5/vehicle/day, or free for annual pass holders).  Credit cards only. Customers will pre-pay for day-use passes as part of the reservation process. The number of day-use passes required will equal the number of camping nights. Any passes not paid in advance as part of an online reservation will be due upon check-in.
• Each camp site will hold up to two tents and 10 people. Larger groups will need to rent multiple sites, but groups of 25 people or more should use the Group Campground (by prior reservation only). 
• Potable water is available in the campground.
• Campers may stay for up to 5 consecutive nights and must then check out for at least 14 days.
• There are no bathroom or shower facilities. There is a portable toilet nearby.
• LLELA's security gate closes promptly each evening at the end of our public hours. There is no exit from the preserve for campers after that time except in case of an emergency. In case of a true emergency, please call 911. Lewisville emergency responders can access the LLELA property at all times.

Camping Reservations

Primitive campsite reservations are on a first come first served basis and can be made in person at the LLELA gatehouse upon arrival. Check-in is no later than one hour before closing. 

Group Camping

Available for Scouts and other community groups by prior reservation only, for groups of 25-100 people. Drop-in use of the group campground is not allowed. Contact the Parks & Recreation office, or call 972.219.3550 to make a reservation. 

Rates:

$50/night for 25-50 people, plus $5/vehicle
$75/night for 51-75 people, plus $5/vehicle
$100/night for 76-100 people, plus $5/vehicle

Group Campground photos

Wildlife Preserve Regulations

• Camping is allowed in designated campsites 1-9 or the group campground only. There are no longer campsites by the river due to the frequency of flooding.
• Free firewood is available in the campground. Fires may only be built in provided fire rings at rented campsites. PLEASE DO NOT BRING YOUR OWN FIREWOOD TO LLELA. Outside wood can harbor invasive insect species. Please use the wood provided and don't cut your own.
• Fires are allowed only in fire pits in the rented camp sites. All fires must be completed extinguished before leaving the campsite.
• Campground quiet hours are between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m.
• All vehicles and equipment are permitted only on designated roads.
• Trails are for hiking only — no bicycles, horses, or motor vehicles of any kind.
• No pets are permitted, except service animals
• No alcohol or firearms, or weapons of any kind.
• Portable toilets are located near the parking areas.
• No littering — if you pack it in, pack it out.
• Fishing nets are not allowed at LLELA (not even for bait).
• A fishing license is required to fish.
• No swimming or wading in the river.