Jim Chapman Lake
Jim Chapman Lake and the Cooper Dam sit in Delta and Hopkins Counties two miles south of Cooper, Texas, eight miles east of Commerce, Texas, in northeast Texas. Jim Chapman Lake is 12 miles north of Sulphur Springs, Texas. It was formerly named and is also known as Cooper Lake. Dallas is 67 miles southwest. It covers 19,305 acres with a maximum depth of 50 feet. The U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) manages Jim Chapman Lake. More Lake Information
Jim Chapman Lake Camping
Tira Boat Ramp is located near the east side of the dam. It has a two-lane concrete ramp, a parking space for 90 vehicles, a courtesy dock, and a restroom. This is open all year round, and with a parking fee.
Cooper Lake State Park - Doctors Creek Unit Campground has 39 sites, and only eight people per site are allowed. It has an electric hookup, water hookup, picnic table, outdoor grill, and nearby restrooms. The...
The Box Ranch RV Park has ten campsites with 30 and 50 amp, including water, electric, and septic hookups. They offer daily, weekly, and long-term stay and pricing. The place is nice and has a kind owner, too.
Honey Creek Boat Ramp South Sulphur Unit has two-lane ramps, a parking area that can accommodate 63 vehicles, a cleaning station, a courtesy dock, a restroom, a picnic area, and a campsite. This is open all...
Buggy Whip Equestrian Campground has 15 campsites with water and electric hookups and a 20-foot tether cable. Only eight people are allowed per site. There are restrooms, picnic tables, and potable water.
Jim Chapman Lake What To Do
Redbarn Cafe offers home-style cooked food with lots to choose from. Chicken fried steak and baked potatoes are a must-try. The place is friendly as well as the staff. Its price is affordable and has right...
Fatboy's BBQ is a family-owned business operating in Cooper, TX. Texas BBQ, Old Fashioned Hamburgers, strong support for the Second Amendment, and a welcoming staff. The place is cozy and clean.
Sand Hills is a course that overlooks Cooper Lake and is densely forested, however it lacks bunkers. The 270-yard par 4 No. 6 and the 220-yard par 3 No. 8 are the two most tough holes on the par 36 layout. The...
Marlene's Sass & Class Boutique is a locally owned and operated store specializing in clothing, accessories, and shoes. The shop carries a wide selection of sizes from XS-3XL. The place is nice and has a...
Backstory Brewery is nestled just south and a little west of Cradle of Sulphur Springs, the Spring Lot. It specializes in creating and producing the best crafted beers. The taproom is open for visitors. There...