City of Bonham, Texas
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Lake Bonham

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Lake Bonham is a 1,020-acre recreation destination in the Prairies and Lakes Region of northern Texas, just south of the Texas-Oklahoma border in Fannin County. The lake was created in 1969 by the City of Bonham. There is a double wide launch ramp for boats, enclosed heated/cooled event center, an open pavilion for parties, a public beach for swimming & a dock for fishing, a playground for the kids and many lovely camping spots very reasonably priced. There are biking/hiking trails for the hardy and plenty of shade for sitting and cooling off. 

Bonham City Lake Recreation Area
  • Located on the south shore at the east end of the lake. Take FM 273 northeast of Bonham and turn east on Recreation Road 3
  • Ramp will accommodate all boat types
  • Boat permit required, purchase at lakeside store
  • Fishing pier available
  • Open all year
North Ramp
  • Located approximately 2 miles north of Recreation Road 3 off FM 273. Turn onto Fannin County Road 2524 and follow to Boat Ramp Road. (At one time, 2524 was labeled North Boat Ramp Road.)
  • Ramp will accommodate all boat types
  • Boat permit required
  • Open all year

HOUSE FOR RENT
7500 Lake Bonham Drive - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, central heat and air, 2 car garage. $2,000 per month with $1,000 deposit. Rental application may be obtained from Bonham City Hall, 514 Chestnut Street Bonham, Texas 75418, and returned to same. Applications will be accepted until June 30, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.  Applications will be reviewed at hat time. The house will be available for move in July 15th. 



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To reserve a spot, book online!
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Check the current lake levels
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Available to the public
Lake Bonham Ordinances
The City of Bonham has established rules and regulations for the Lake Bonham Recreation Area which are intended to keep visitors safe and maintain a pleasant environment for everyone.  Please click the links below to view the established rules and regulations.​​
  • Reservation Guidelines

*A boating permit is required for all watercraft on Lake Bonham

Contact

Lake Bonham Manager
Vacant
903-227-7510
​903-505-1310

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cONTACT

Mailing Address:
Bonham City Hall
514 Chestnut Street
Bonham, Texas 75418


​Phone: (903) 583-7555
​Fax: (903) 583-5761​​​

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Monday - Friday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM


Saturday - Sunday
Closed

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  • Home
  • Government
    • About >
      • Demographics
      • Vision Bonham Plan 2017-2025
      • Employee Directory
      • Texas Film City
    • Agenda
    • BEDCO >
      • Agenda
    • City Manager
    • Employee of the Quarter
  • DEPARTMENTS
    • Emergency Management
    • Finance Department
    • Fire Department
    • Human Resources >
      • Job Postings
    • Library
    • Municipal Court
    • Parks and Recreation >
      • Lake Bonham
    • Planning & Development >
      • Agenda
    • Police Department
    • Public Works >
      • Street Department
      • Utility Billing
  • Community
    • Special City Notices
    • Feeding Fannin
    • TCOG Services
    • Jones Field Airport >
      • Agenda
  • CONTACT
    • Emergency Notification System
  • COVID-19 Information