Mccown Valley
McCown Valley is located on Whitney Lake on the main channel of the Brazos River in Central Texas. Over two million people visit Whitney Lake each year to enjoy the plethora of recreational activities and scenic beauty the lake provides.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 47 |
| equestrian electric | 39 |
| Tent-only | 13 |
| overnight shelter electric | 5 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| tent only electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
106 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 000 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 001 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 002 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 003 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 004 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 005 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 006 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 007 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 008 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 | |
| 009 | ELEC | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
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 | 50 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Accessibility | Sites 091, 093, 094, 095 and 3 more are listed accessible |
This year-round campground offers a variety of sites to suit all kinds of campers, including 39 equestrian sites, 48 family sites, five sleeping shelters, and a day-use picnic shelter, all with electric and/or water hookups. 13 primitive tent sites are also available. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A boat ramp, playground and trails are also on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From I-35 in Hillsboro, take HWY 22 west 12 miles to Whitney, exit 933 north for 2.5 miles to FM 1713. Proceed 6 miles west, following signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Whitney, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.9500° N, 97.3831° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 10.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 25.7 mi |
| Outdoor gear | The Bear Mountain ↗ | 31.8 mi |
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McCown Valley COE Park, Lake Whitney, Texas
Worth a stop
- 2.5 miJuniper Cove Marina ↗Boat launch
- 5.4 miHarbor Master Marina ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Nolan River Bridge 303-A of the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe RailwayStructure · Blum · 14.1 mi
Natural features
The park is situated on the lakeshore among gently rolling hills covered with cedar, Live oak and Post oak. Deer and wild turkeys roam the area.
Recreation
McCown Valley offers five miles of trails in its equestrian park. Visitors enjoy riding their horses through open pastures and wooded areas near the lake. Boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking are popular activities at Whitney Lake. Anglers can fish for a variety of bass, crappie and catfish with a state fishing license.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mccown Valley?
Sites at Mccown Valley are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mccown Valley?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Mccown Valley have?
106 sites, including 47 standard sites with power, 39 equestrian electric, 13 tent-only sites, and 5 overnight shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Mccown Valley?
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Mccown Valley have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Mccown Valley?
Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Mccown Valley?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mccown Valley. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Mccown Valley?
Sites 091, 093, 094, and 095 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov, 7 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 there cell service at Mccown Valley?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Mccown Valley?
McCown Valley offers five miles of trails in its equestrian park. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mccown Valley?
Whitney, Texas.
Source: Getting there
What if Mccown Valley is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Cedron Creek (2.1 mi), Lofers Bend East (4.7 mi), and Lofers Bend West (4.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby