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Black Creek Lake NF Campground

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Black Creek Lake NF Campground sits within Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland, managed by the US Forest Service, and provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer alongside restrooms, picnic tables, and a public boat launch. The campground has 14 official sites accessed by a gravel drive. Fishing draws regular visitors, particularly in spring when small john boats use the launch, and swimming is common when lake levels allow. Cell signal is unreliable here, so green gates and cattle guards serve as useful landmarks for navigation. Campers wanting a no-frills alternative nearby can consider Dead Pump Jack, about 1.5 miles southwest, or browse camping near Alvord for additional options in the area.

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Map & DirectionsBlack Creek Lake NF Campground is located in Texas near Alvord

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Public Campground

Directions

In Decatur, TX, at the intersection of US Rt. 380 and FM Rt. 730, take ramp to stop sign. Turn left at stop sign onto Rt. 730 and go 3 miles to Black Creek Lake and County Rt. 2360 signs. Turn left at sign onto Rt. 2360 and go 3.4 miles to another Black Creek Lake sign. Turn left at sign onto County Rt. 2372 and go 0.3 miles to another Black Creek Lake sign. Turn right at sign and go 0.4 miles to yet another sign. Turn left at sign onto gravel road and go 0.4 miles into campground.

Coordinates

33.3450891 N
97.59552697 W

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Connectivity

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    Last on 2/14/26
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    No Coverage
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    Last on 8/12/26
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    Good Coverage
    Verified by 1 user
    Last on 3/6/26

Connectivity

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    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 2/14/26
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    Verizon
    No Coverage
    Verified by 2 users
    Last on 8/12/26
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    AT&T5G
    Good Coverage
    Verified by 1 user
    Last on 3/6/26

Access

  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • Equestrian

Features

For Campers

  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites

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Reviews3 Camper Reviews - Black Creek Lake NF Campground

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Reviewed Aug. 10, 2018

it all depends

Last time I went was mid-week. The temperature was soaring but a nice breeze off the lake coupled with the shady trees made for a very nice experience. The occasional local popping in for fishing or grilling sorta dampens the "out-in-the-woods" feel but overall quite nice.

Reviewed Jul. 23, 2018

Improved Camping With Boat Ramp Access

There are two areas at Black Creek Lake that you can camp: this side, the improved side with amenities, and the back side, which does not have any amenities.

Typically you will find those wanting to camp on this side and those wanting to fish off the shore on the other side which has a gated entrance which is not always open.

This campground has restrooms and a gravel drive to access the grounds. You will find a small playground and picnic tables at this site as well as a public boat launch. A lot of people, depending the on the lakes level will also use this side for swimming.

This site is tent only primitive camping with an honor system at the kiosk for payment. $2 per nIght includes a fIre rIng and pIcnIc table at 14 official sites.

When I have been to thIs locatIon I have noticed a lot of small john boats launchIng especially durIng sprIng. There are birds, squirrels, raccoons and opossums which roam the grounds so I woukd advise against leaving food within reach at night.

During summer rattlesnakes are around in taller grass so avoid unmaintained areas. Most areas are well kept however there are outlying areas and some primitive trails which I would avoid during these times.

As a part of the LBJ Grasslands you will occasionally see someone patrolling the area however it is not as often as a National Park.

A unique marker of LBJ Grasslands is the green gates you will see, if you are entering this area you will notice the green gates and many times cattle guards if you are thinking you are entering this area but do not see one of these you are more than likely in the wrong area and because cell signal can be a little iffy out here this is a great way to have a landmark without access to online directions.

TIPS:

  • Bring your own firewood for fire rings. Though there is plenty of downed wood in the area, sometimes it is not easy to break down and can be a bit difficult to keep inside the rings when to large. Better safe than sorry when it comes to wildfires.
  • Bug Spray is a must!! For some reason there are HUGE mosquitos so make sure to remember your spray otherwise you will itching all night.
  • Pack A Tarp.- I usually don't endorse needing a tarp to lay below your tent, but during certain times of year small burrs can be out in this area and a tarp can keep these from poking into your tent base and make for a more comfortable stay.
  • Bring cash because the kiosk does not accept cards it is a cash only system with no ATM within 10 miles.
  • Review photo of Black Creek Lake NF Campground by Crystal C., July 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Black Creek Lake NF Campground by Crystal C., July 23, 2018
  • Review photo of Black Creek Lake NF Campground by Crystal C., July 23, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Black Creek Lake NF Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Black Creek Lake NF Campground has water hookups and sewer hookups.

Are fires allowed at Black Creek Lake NF Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Black Creek Lake NF Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

Is there cell phone reception at Black Creek Lake NF Campground?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is good coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and no coverage for Verizon.

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