The approach road winds through pine forest for several miles before reaching this Army Corps of Engineers campground on Steinhagen Lake. Campers often question whether they're heading in the right direction, as Roger W. notes the entrance can feel remote. The 51 paved sites spread across multiple loops, with electrical and water hookups at each spot.
Standing water becomes an issue after heavy rains, particularly affecting sites in the far end loop. Some sites develop muddy ruts alongside the RV pads during wet periods. However, the paved surfaces and covered picnic tables provide reliable infrastructure year-round. Site 46 sits directly adjacent to the fishing pier, while sites like 32 offer substantial shade under mature pines. The bathhouse remains clean but shows its age, with dated facilities and inconsistent hot water in the mornings.
Alligators inhabit the lake waters, and anglers report consistent fishing opportunities from both the pier and shoreline. The boat launch provides lake access for watercraft. A playground serves families with children, and the campground maintains a generally quiet atmosphere even when one-third full on weekends. Cell service reaches three bars for AT&T users.
The campground operates year-round with reservations available through the Corps system. December visits offer cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. Sites accommodate RVs up to 200 feet, though no sewer hookups exist—campers rely on the dump station. The interagency senior pass reduces rates significantly. For additional options in the region, campers can explore campgrounds around Steinhagen Lake.
This campground works best for RV campers seeking lake access and fishing opportunities who don't mind occasional muddy conditions after storms.
Description
Overview
Sandy Creek Park is located on the southeast side of B.A. Steinhagen Lake between the towns of Woodville and Jasper in southeast Texas. The lake provides a great getaway for fishing, boating, picnicking, camping and birding.
Recreation
B.A. Steinhagen Lake is a prime location for boating, canoeing, fishing and wildlife viewing. Several parks with boat ramps and docks are scattered around the lake, including facilities within Sandy Creek. Boat rentals are also available. Fishing is a popular pastime. Largemouth bass, catfish and crappie are the primary sport species found in the lake. Fishing docks are located within the park. The road system within Sandy Creek Park offers excellent family biking opportunities for 3-5 mile rides. Campers enjoy the park's volleyball court and children's playground.
Facilities
Sandy Creek Park is open year-round and offers numerous campsites, 71 of which have water and electric hookups. A group day-use picnic shelter is also available. Flush and pit toilets, showers and a dump station are provided.
Natural Features
The lake lies in the heart of the East Texas Pineywoods, a beautiful region known for its pine uplands, bottomland hardwoods and pine-hardwood mixed forests, which provide habitat for a wide range of wildlife. White-tailed deer, squirrels, rabbits, red and gray fox, Bobwhite quail, and numerous species of ducks, geese, waterfowl and songbirds make their home in the area.
Nearby Attractions
Nearby Martin Dies, Jr. State Park offers hiking, canoeing, fishing, swimming, biking and wildlife viewing opportunities. The Walnut Slough, Sandy Creek and Neches Paddling Trails meander from 3-16 miles on the park's backwater sloughs, the open lake and the swift Neches River. The Angelina-Neches/Dam B Wildlife Management Area is located at the north end of the lake, covering nearly 13,000 acres. The area boasts beautiful mature hardwoods, including cypress, sweet gum and red and water oak. Some areas features stands of loblolly and shortleaf pine. Visitors have the opportunity to hunt, fish, hike and view wildlife in the extraordinary ecosystem.
Charges & Cancellations
General Policy No Refunds are given at the field location Individual Campsites If a customer cancels a campsite reservatiopn within 14 days of their scheduled arrival they shall be charged a $10.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's use fee.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundSandy Creek is located in Texas
Directions
From Jasper, Texas, take US-190 west for 10 miles. Turn south on FM 777 and travel 2 miles to County Road 155. Turn west and continue 2.5 miles, following signs into the campground.
Address
114 Private Road 5045
Jasper, TX 75951
Coordinates
30.8083333 N
94.1583333 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
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Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 51 min from Beaumont, TX
- 1 hr 33 min from Lake Charles, LA
- 1 hr 52 min from Houston, TX
- 1 hr 56 min from Alexandria, LA
