Mill Creek (Texas)
Mill Creek Park is a large, comfortable campground on the Sam Rayburn Reservoir, also known as Lake Sam Rayburn, tucked in the piney woods of southeast Texas. The lake and the surrounding Angelina National Forest, provide a welcoming home for bald eagles in winter. The rare red-cockaded woodpecker also resides in the forest here.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 109 |
| group shelter electric | 1 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
110 sites in 6 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 048 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 049 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 050 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 051 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 052 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 053 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 054 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 055 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 064 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 065 | A | Electric | Back-in | Paved | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | 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 | 63 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
The park features 110 campsites with water and electric hookups. There's also a group shelter, boat ramp, designated swimming beach (open Apr-Sep), a playground, and volleyball court for family entertainment.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Jasper, TX take US 96 N 18 mi to Brookeland, TX, then Loop 149 for 2 miles to the intersection w/Spur 165. Go west 1 mile to the park entrance.
| Nearest town | Jasper, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.1514° N, 94.0064° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Angelina 9244
31 mi from the campground · 100 acres · 0% contained
- PrescribedRx Polk 9277
44 mi from the campground · 34 acres · 0% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 31.8 mi |
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Video
Mill Creek COE Park Campground - Piney Woods of East Texas
Worth a stop
From the eastern edge of the lake, hikers can embark on a 28-mile trail that heads east to the Toledo Bend Reservoir.
- 6.1 miSam Rayburn Marina Resort ↗Boat launch
- 13.9 miHanks Creek Day Use Pass ↗Day use
- 14.8 miCaney Creek Day Use Pass ↗Day use
Trails nearby
- 2.8 miTrail Between the Lakes ↗27.6 mi trail · hiking
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside National Forests in Texas.
- inNational Forests in Texas ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,921,500 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Natural features
The campground is on the southeast shores of Sam Rayburn Reservoir. The lake boasts over 114,000 surface acres, making it the largest man-made lake that's completely located in Texas.
Recreation
Fishing at the reservoir is wildly popular, with frequent fishing tournaments. Catches include largemouth bass, crappie and catfish. Birding is also big, with chances to see warblers, vireos and other migratory songbirds. A resident population of wood ducks remains in the forest throughout the year.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Mill Creek (Texas)?
Sites at Mill Creek (Texas) are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Mill Creek (Texas)?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Mill Creek (Texas) have?
111 sites, including 109 standard sites with power and 1 group shelter electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Mill Creek (Texas)?
The longest site here provides 63 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 Mill Creek (Texas) have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Mill Creek (Texas)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Mill Creek (Texas). Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Mill Creek (Texas)?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 2 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Mill Creek (Texas)?
FCC coverage maps show 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 Mill Creek (Texas)?
Fishing at the reservoir is wildly popular, with frequent fishing tournaments. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Mill Creek (Texas)?
Jasper, Texas. From the eastern edge of the lake, hikers can embark on a 28-mile trail that heads east to the Toledo Bend Reservoir.
Source: Getting there
What if Mill Creek (Texas) is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are San Augustine (5.4 mi), Twin Dikes (6.3 mi), and Rayburn (6.7 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby