About The Area

There are advantages to living on a lake –

Fishing
Swimming
Hanging around with friends around a bar-b-que grill
Basking by the lake and getting a tan.

AND, you will have the advantage of other activities close enough for a day trip or a night of fun.

Evadale Raceway is nine miles away

For you car buffs, this drag strip has a full published schedule

https://www.facebook.com/evadaleraceway/

Kayaking

For kayaking enthusiasts, there are two possibilities close to Thompson Lake RV Resort: Village Creek and the Neches River.

Lake Charles, Louisiana

Try out the Golden Nugget or L’Auberge Casino, or one of the many more casinos. Explore all the casinos with gaming galore and dining experiences. Soak it up with outdoor adventure along the Creole Nature Trail and watercraft rentals. Immerse yourself in Lake Charles’ rich culture at local museums and galleries. Party It Up as you tap your feet to free live music concerts by the Lake or renowned acts at the casino resorts.

Bolivar Island

This sparsely inhabited island has a view of the Intercoastal Canal with its ocean-going ships, the wide ocean, and quiet beaches. This is perfect for a day away from the bustling world, watching the gulls, fishing in the surf, or just sitting and listening to the waves come into the beach.

Galveston

- Galveston, Texas is just a two-hour trip, perfect for a day exploring
- Moody Gardens
- The Pleasure Pier
- Shopping on the Strand
Take a Tree Sculpture Tour
Take a Red Light District Tour
Take a Dolphin Tour
Take Galveston’s Haunted Cemetery Walking Tour

Then come back home to the peace and quiet of Thompson Lake.

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