Camping on the Trail
Whether you're thru-hiking the NETT or just spending a weekend outside, the rail trail is a great basecamp.
Quiet primitive spots near the trail.
Bring filtration; sources are seasonal.
Plenty of mature tree cover.
Find the campsite
Parking: You must park downtown near the Post Office (at the Trail Head) to access the trail. From there, it's a walk of a little less than a mile along the trail to reach the campsite.
Plan your stay
The trail's location in northeast Texas makes for mild camping weather most of the year. Spring and fall are especially pleasant. Note: open fires are not permitted at this campsite — please use a camp stove for cooking.
Inside the campsite
The primitive campsite at Tom Ellis White Park sits in a shaded grove just off the trail, with a picnic table, bench, and wooden stair access from the trail bed.
What to bring
- Tent and ground cover
- Plenty of water (at least 1 gallon per person per day)
- Headlamp and extra batteries
- Layers — Texas nights can be cool, especially in shoulder seasons
- Trash bags — pack out everything you bring in
Leave no trace
The Wolfe City Rail Trail thrives because volunteers and visitors care for it. Please respect quiet hours, keep fires contained, and leave each site cleaner than you found it.
Questions about specific sites or thru-hike planning?
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