camp Mabey
Barnwell Mountain Recreation Area is a 1,850-acre motorized off-road recreation park in East Texas, opened in 2000. It features over 27 miles of single-track trails designed for dirt bikes, UTVs, and OHVs, plus a 16-mile Adventure Trail for less demanding rides. Accommodation options include 6 cabins with full amenities (hot water, bathrooms, heating/AC, satellite TV), 5 bunkhouses with basic amenities, electric and premium RV sites with hookups, and primitive camping throughout the park. The facility offers shower facilities and a dump station for guests. (via official site)
- shower facilities
- dump station
- satellite TV
- pavilions
- grills
- picnic tables
- climate control
- running water
- bathrooms
Rates & prices
Prices as published on camp Mabey’s official website (USD).
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Cabin 1 — max 3 guests | USD 65 per night |
| Cabin 2 — max 6 guests | USD 85 per night |
| Cabin 3 — max 4 guests | USD 75 per night |
| Cabins 4-6 — max 4 guests each | USD 95 per night |
| Bunkhouse — max 4 guests per unit (Bunkhouse 6 max 10 guests) | USD 50 per night |
| Key deposit | USD 15 per unit |
Key facts
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🏞️ Attractions
The East Texas Yamboree, a four-day event held annually during the third weekend of October in Gilmer, Texas, celebrates the sweet potato (called a "yam" in the United States) as a former cash crop, drawing thousands of tourists to the city for the occasion each year. The event has been held in Gilmer since 1935. Festivities at the event include the Queen's Coronation Pageant, a carnival held aro
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🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Tiger Express #5
- Food Mart
- Brookshire's
⛽ Fuel
Texaco
Exxon- Brookshire's Gas
🍽️ Food & drink
- Huey's Coffee
Pizza Hut
Whataburger
➕ Medical
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Walmart Pharmacy
🚰 Drinking water
- Drinking water
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
🎾 Sports
- Swimming pool
- Baseball
- Tennis
🏧 ATM & bank
- ATM
- East Texas Professional Credit Union
- Bank
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Good to know
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How do I make a reservation?
Reservations are made by selecting an arrival date on the calendar and clicking 'Make a Reservation'. Payment via PayPal is required in advance; verbal requests are not accepted.
What is the check-in and check-out time?
Check-out is at 12:00 noon. Check-in is at noon on Thursday and 2:00 PM on Friday-Saturday. Entry into the park after midnight is not allowed.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are prohibited in cabins and bunkhouses.
What is included with cabin and bunkhouse rentals?
Cabins include hot and cold running water, bathroom with shower, heating/AC, sink, microwave, grill, refrigerator, and satellite TV. Guests must provide cookware, linens, and bathroom supplies. Bunkhouses include single and bunk beds, climate control, porch swing, picnic table, satellite TV, and grill, but no plumbing or linens are provided.
Do single-night stays cost the same as multi-night rates?
Single-night stays include park usage fees for two days. Early departure before 10:00 AM allows requesting a one-day partial refund at the office.
What are the check-in and check-out times at camp Mabey?
At camp Mabey, check-in is from 12:00 PM (Friday-Saturday); 12:00 PM (Th and check-out is by 12:00 PM.
When is camp Mabey open?
camp Mabey is open Year-round (extended holiday weekends, office hours limited).
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