Hickory Creek
Hickory Creek sits on the extremely popular Lewisville Lake near Dallas, Texas. The almost 30,000-acre reservoir attracts a fair amount of visitors in summer months with warm water temperatures and excellent fishing opportunities.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 119 |
| Walk-in | 10 |
| Host/management | 5 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 110 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
129 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 002 | Electric | Back-in | 47 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 003 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 005 | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 006 | Electric | Back-in | 41 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 007 | Electric | Back-in | 63 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 008 | Electric | Back-in | 46 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 009 | Electric | Back-in | 57 | Paved | Full | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 010 | Electric | Back-in | 47 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes | |
| 011 | Electric | Pull-through | 90 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 110 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Dark sky | 5 miles from Lakewood Village, Texas, a certified International Dark Sky Community |
| Accessibility | Sites 049, 072, 073, 076 and 28 more are listed accessible |
The large campground boasts 121 sites with electric hookups. Tent primitive walk-in sites are not available at this time. Park amenities include hot showers, a dump station, and boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
When traveling North on I-35E, take exit 458A toward Swisher Rd/FM-2181 onto S stemmons Fwy. Continue onto N Stemmons Fwy toward Hundley Dr/Turbeville Rd. Turn right on to N Lake Dallas Dr towards Hundley Dr/Turbeville Rd. Turn sharp right onto W Hundley Dr towards Hickory Creek. Continue on Turbeville Rd, and turn left onto Point Vista Rd.
| Nearest town | Hickory Creek, Texas |
| Coordinates | 33.1039° N, 97.0433° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| RV sales & service | Southwest RV Rentals ↗ | 1.1 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 10.1 mi |
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121 Red Bluff Drive | Hickory Creek, TX
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Natural features
The lake stems from the Elm Fork of the Trinity River in northern Texas, and offers little visibility, but plenty of room for boating and watercraft. The park sits on the Hickory Creek Arm of Lewisville Lake, very near to the suburbs of Dallas, Texas.
Recreation
Visitors at Lewisville Lake enjoy picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and relaxing. Photographers will stay entertained with wildlife and colorful sunsets, while hikers and bikers like to explore the 50 miles of natural surface and paved trails surrounding the lake.
Nearby
Several public golf courses are located around the lake, and horseback riding opportunities are available, too. Hickory Creek is just 35 miles away from downtown Dallas.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Hickory Creek?
Sites at Hickory Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Hickory Creek?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Hickory Creek have?
134 sites, including 119 standard sites with power and 10 walk-in sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Hickory Creek?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Hickory Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Hickory Creek?
Park amenities include hot showers, a dump station, and boat ramp.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Hickory Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hickory Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Hickory Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Hickory Creek?
Sites 049, 072, 073, and 076 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 32 sites in all. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Hickory Creek good for stargazing?
Lakewood Village, Texas, a certified International Dark Sky Community, is 5 miles away. Skies that dark carry for miles; a moonless night here should show the Milky Way.
Source: DarkSky International
Is there cell service at Hickory Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Hickory Creek?
Visitors at Lewisville Lake enjoy picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and relaxing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation