1 campground with availability this weekend
Lake Brownwood State Park Campground and COE Hords Creek Lake Lakeside Park offer cabin accommodations with varying amenities near Bangs, Texas. Lake Brownwood features historic stone cabins constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, equipped with beds, small kitchens, tables, and private bathrooms. The cabins provide lake views and rustic charm while maintaining basic amenities. "Each cabin is rustic and unique. There are tons of easy trails and shore access," notes a regular visitor. COE Hords Creek Lake Lakeside Park provides cabin options with lakefront views, though water levels fluctuate seasonally. Both locations maintain clean facilities with hot showers and functional restrooms.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Lake Brownwood State Park features air-conditioned cabins, many with lake views and vintage decor. Reservations are necessary, particularly during summer months when facilities reach capacity. Most cabins permit pets with standard park pet policies. The CCC-built cabins at Lake Brownwood State Park feature stone construction that creates a distinctive historical atmosphere. A camper remarked, "The remarkable area of this park lies in the cabins, dance hall, and steps constructed by the CCC—simple, lovely stone structures with vintage rustic decor."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary from basic to functional, with some cabins featuring small cooking areas. Lake Brownwood State Park cabins include tables and private bathrooms. The nearby town of Brownwood provides all necessary services and supplies approximately 20 minutes from the state park. Coleman, about 10 minutes from Hords Creek Lake, offers restaurants and basic provisions. Many cabins have covered picnic tables, fire rings, and grills for outdoor cooking and dining.
"Lake Brownwood area is full of trees, nice lake for boating, fishing and jet skis. The state park sits on a pretty cove of the lake."
"The remarkable area of this park lies not in it's campground loop. The loop is pretty, lovely even, and it looks like a lot of other campgrounds on a beautiful lake."
Available this weekend
from $15 - $360 / night
"General: Approximately 140 sites (plus 12 cabins) spread out all around Hords Creek Lake in two areas: Lakeside Park and Flat Rock Park."
"Beautiful and spacious sites, unobstructed view of the lake, well maintained park."
"Very clean, playground, fishing, swimming."
"This RV campground is beautiful and away from any road or city sounds and light pollution. This would be 5 stars but there are very few full hookup spots with sewer."
"We stayed for three nights and the lake was beautiful, the swimming areas clean, the bathrooms tidy, and we had no neighbors."
"We enjoyed camping here, and loved finding gem places nearby. We did a hike that lead us to a wonderful water hole that we were able to jump in and swing off a tree into the water."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $24 - $130 / night
from $30 / night
"Beautiful sunset over lake, many sites available in April."
from $11 - $51 / night
GuideRestrooms and showers are a little aged but clean. The grounds are clean and mowed. Lake has good access. (Like other campgrounds, I do not like the reservation system , people reserve but don't show up. ) I would like to come back again later in the year.
RangerI grew up going to this lake, but this was my first time camping at the state park. Very nice park, people were very friendly and helpful. Close to town, which is to say you are close to Underwood’s - awesome food!! Worth the trip for that alone. Also, recommend visiting Woody’s Car Museum in nearby Cross Plains - free museum with an awesome car and baseball memorabilia collection.
LegendJust two other campers. Everyone was very quiet. The campground itself was very nice and well maintained. Just the birds chirping and a few armadillos grubbing. Good overnight stay.
ScoutIt's a good park and all but there are things that I feel need to be addressed though whether anything changes or not is another. One can only hope for better.
Pro's: It is a pretty park and has plenty wildlife to enjoy if that's your thing. The staff are nice. The lake is beautiful. I see boaters who appear to be enjoying the water. Very pretty park.
Con's: People don't always respect your privacy at your site. We stayed more than a week and people would randomly walk through our site instead of walking around to get to their site. Not everyone did this but there is always those who don't care about respect & courtesy.
Another thing that we found to be rather annoying was people who walk their dogs into reserved but empty sites or even occupied sites right where people have to walk when camping and letting their dog poop and not pick it up. That is one of the most disrespectful things a camper can do in a park. Hands down anyone who does this should have dog poop put right on their front porch steps. Just saying...
Also, when a sign says "One Way", it says that for a reason. Drivers should pay attention better so it doesn't cause any issue.
Again, it's a nice park but so many people who decide to camp don't care about following rules or respecting another campers space.
LegendLarge park with site options. Back in, pull through and RV, cabins. Sites are large with great views. Plenty of pavilions with lots of water and electric hookups. Lots of wildlife.
LegendSite 69 not level(68 looked better). Both are on green space facing the lake(large grassy area that comprises the beach). Showers old but but great hot water. Flush toilets, walking trail along lake, cabins also near lake. Pretty buggy(gnats/flies--did not see mosquitos). VERY quiet(we were also the only campers in this area).
TravelerBeautiful sunset over lake, many sites available in April.
GuideI car camped here while passing through TX in a tent site, and I found the peninsula-like campground gorgeous! Lake views, deer, and a well-kept bathhouse just feet away. Spots are close together with few trees around, although few others were around.
GuideHords Creek COE in Coleman, TX Site #75 50 amp Full hook up Pull through site April 12-16, 2024
The site was roomy with lots of shade trees. Our door faced the west & trees were not close enough to our RV to block out the evening sun. We did have a lakefront view, but the lake is WAY down.
This loop was full over the weekend, but sites are spaced just far enough apart that you can still enjoy the peace & quiet.
If I had a choice of any spot in the park, it would be #73.
Will definitely be back. — at Hords Creek Lake.
Lake Brownwood State Park and Hords Creek Lake provide cabin accommodations 15-20 minutes from Bangs, Texas. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F and mild winters, making cabin camping a year-round option. Cabins range from rustic to modern with varying amenities and proximity to water.
Fishing access: Multiple options at Lake Brownwood State Park Campground where visitors can utilize "three floating piers with lights and one wooden fishing pier with lights," according to Larry D.
Kayaking and water sports: The lake at Brownwood offers excellent paddling conditions. Emily M. notes, "Sun finally came out on the last day enough for me to kayak. I was the only one out on the lake."
Bicycling: Several trails accommodate riders of varying skill levels. Mic R. reports, "We rode our bikes a lot there are 3 miles bicycles trail plus a hiking trail, and a few small trails around the park."
Hiking: The Lakeside Trail follows the shoreline and connects camping areas. "We hiked the Lakeside Trail and the lake was perfect for our kayaks!" shared Margot after staying at Lake Brownwood.
Explore CCC structures: Take time to visit the historic buildings. Sallie H. states it's a "hidden jewel" with "many wonderful pavilions and guest halls and guest houses for rent."
Peaceful environment: Hords Creek Lake Lakeside Park provides tranquil settings away from crowds. Pam J. notes, "The peace & quiet that we've experienced in this park is beyond words. Relaxation at its best!"
Spacious, well-designed sites: Campsites feature generous spacing and amenities. "Very big well spaced lakeside sites," reports R B. about Hords Creek Lake.
Clean facilities: Maintained bathhouses with hot showers enhance comfort. "The public facilities (restrooms, showers, picnic areas) were clean and usable. Toilets flushed, TP was available, there was cold AND hot water," reports Larry D.
Wildlife viewing: Dawn and dusk offer opportunities to observe local fauna. Jessica M. from Lakeside mentions, "I love to watch the deer that roam around."
Screened shelters: Some sites include enclosed picnic areas. "A bonus for us that we did not know when we reserved is that several sites have screened-in shelters with electricity and a generous-sized concrete picnic table," notes Lee D.
Reservation timing: Sites fill quickly during peak periods. R B. advises about Flatrock Park, "Wanted to add more days but the weekends book full. Plan ahead and book early."
Insect preparation: Bugs can be problematic during warmer months. Mark M. found Lake Brownwood "pretty buggy (gnats/flies--did not see mosquitos)."
Lake level fluctuations: Water levels vary seasonally affecting shoreline access. Brad P. notes about Hords Creek, "Very interesting place but not much to do unless you are able to use the lake."
Limited services: Supplies require driving to nearby towns. "There is a Walmart about a half hour away. Neat little town of Coleman about 10 minutes away has some good restaurants," according to Brad P.
Site conditions: Not all sites are level. Mark M. mentions "Site 69 not level (68 looked better)" at Lake Brownwood.
Best family sites: Brady Lake City Park offers free waterfront options. Elizabeth P. notes the "beautiful sunset over lake, many sites available in April."
Playground access: Dedicated play areas for children exist at several locations. Lee D. observed "a nice, covered playground in the Lakeside Park campground."
Trail difficulty ratings: Select appropriate hiking paths for children. "There are tons of easy trails and shore access," Ashley S. reports about Lake Brownwood.
Weather preparation: Summer heat requires planning for hydration and shade. Larry D. advises, "Take plenty of water, insect repellent, and sunscreen with you if you decided to bike the Nopales Ridge Trail in the middle of June."
Swimming areas: Designated swimming zones provide safer water access for families. Jeff N. describes Hords Creek Lake as a "beautiful lake with a beach."
Site selection: Choose locations based on shade and utilities needed at COE Hords Creek Lake Lakeside Park. Lori B. recommends "Site 76 is at the last site on the stretch right beside the dam with no thru traffic."
Full hookup availability: Not all sites offer complete utilities. Chris H. notes about Flatrock Park, "This would be 5 stars but there are very few full hookup spots with sewer."
Big rig access: Some areas accommodate larger vehicles. Kenneth M. describes Lakeside as a "great COE CG. Park is beautiful and reasonably priced. Sites are great!"
Seasonal considerations: Summer weekends require advance planning. Troy W. mentions about Lake Brownwood, "I visited the park during a weekday when the park had few visitors. However, I've heard that on the weekend the park fills up quickly and can be quite busy."
Wind exposure: Some camping areas lack windbreaks. Brad P. cautions about Hords Creek, "Very spacious campsites. Wide open so if it's windy you will feel it."
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