Black Creek Lake
Black Creek Lake Campground has 14 campsites and is open year-round. Black Creek Lake is a 35 acre lake with a concrete boat ramp for access.
Sites are first-come, first-served. Recreation.gov lists this campground for paying on site, and you may be able to pay with the Scan and Pay feature of its app.
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Amenities & rules
Located on the north shore of the 35-acre Black Creek Lake, Black Creek Recreation Area has a picnic area and boat launch facility. The area also has walk-in camping sites available.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Forest | National Forests and Grasslands in Texas |
| Fees | CAMPING - $10 per night. DAY USE - $2 per vehicle, per day. |
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Getting there
From Decatur, follow U.S. Highway 81/287 north 4 ½ miles, turn right on Wise County Road 2175 at the rest area, cross over RR tracks, go 1 mile and turn left on Old Decatur Road. Go 4 miles, turn right on CR 2372; then go 2 miles and turn left on CR 2461 for ½ mile. After crossing the bridge, turn left on FS Road 902 for ¾ mile.
| Nearest town | Decatur, Texas |
| Coordinates | 33.3423° N, 97.5934° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Quality 1 RV ↗ | 23.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 31.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 31.8 mi |
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Trails nearby
- 0.9 miLbj Red Trail 2 Connector0.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.9 miLbj Red Trail 1 Connector1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miLbj White ↗10.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miLbj Yellow ↗6.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miLbj Orange ↗25.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.3 miLbj Blue3.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.3 miTADRA Point: (940) 627-5475 ↗National Forests and Grasslands in Texas
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Waggoner MansionBuilding · Decatur · 7.5 mi
- Wise County CourthouseBuilding · Decatur · 7.5 mi
- Texas Tourist CampBuilding · Decatur · 7.9 mi
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Black Creek Lake?
No. Black Creek Lake is first-come, first-served. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: Forest Service
How much does it cost to camp at Black Creek Lake?
CAMPING - $10 per night. DAY USE - $2 per vehicle, per day.
Source: Forest Service
Is Black Creek Lake open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Black Creek Lake have?
14 sites.
Source: Forest Service
What is the nearest town to Black Creek Lake?
Decatur, Texas. Non-motorized trails
Source: Getting there
What if Black Creek Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Tadra Point (2.1 mi, first-come), Valley View Group Use (4.7 mi, first-come), and Hickory Creek (35.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby