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.
Description
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If your plans change, please modify or cancel your reservation as soon as possible to allow someone else to enjoy the park.
DAY USE FEE:
$5 per day, per person 13 and older.
$3 per horse.
OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION:
Park does not have a gate.
Park is located on the south side of the lake.
Canoes and kayaks (paddles and life vests included) are available for rent. Availability is dependent on the weather. Contact headquarters for rental hours and other information.
PARK PHONE NUMBER: 979-289-2392
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundMill Pond Primitive Campsite — Lake Somerville State Park Nails Creek Unit is located in Texas
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
Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
