Mill Pond Primitive Campsite — Lake Somerville State Park Nails Creek Unit

Equestrian enthusiasts and hikers will find direct access to both horse and walking trails at this primitive campsite within Lake Somerville State Park's Nails Creek Unit. The site sits near the lake shoreline and provides full RV hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections at $10 per night. Campers can swim in the lake and gather around campfires in the evenings.

The campground includes basic amenities like picnic tables, restroom facilities with showers, and a dump station for RV travelers. Pets accompany their owners here, and reservations help secure spots during busy periods. Other camping options in the park include Flag Pond Primitive Campsite — Lake Somerville State Park Nails Creek Unit just over a mile northwest. This spot works well for campers wanting lake access with trail connectivity and full hookups.

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Map & DirectionsMill Pond Primitive Campsite is located in Texas near Burton

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Directions

From Houston: Take US 290 West through Brenham until you reach FM 180. Turn right on FM 180, follow it for 15 miles until it dead ends at the park. From Austin: Take US 290 East through Giddings until you reach FM 180. Turn left on FM 180, follow it for 15 miles until it dead ends at the park.

Address

6280 FM 180
Ledbetter, TX 78946

Coordinates

30.29941 N
96.68971 W

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Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile5G
    Excellent Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    Verizon5G
    Excellent Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T5G
    Good Coverage

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Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Reservable
  • Showers

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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Frequently Asked Questions

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