Plowman Creek
Plowman Creek Campground is located on the west side of Whitney Lake off the main channel of the Brazos River in Central Texas. Plowman Creek not only offers many campsites but also includes flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station, boat ramp and playground.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 22 |
| Tent-only | 12 |
| equestrian electric | 10 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
44 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P01 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P02 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P03 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P04 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P05 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P06 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P07 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | Full | 30 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 3 |
| P08 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | |||
| P09 | Tent only | Back-in | Gravel | No | 10 / 3 | |||
| P10 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Gravel | 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 |
This year-round campground offers 44 campsites in Plowman Creek. Thirty of these sites have water and 30 amp electrical hook up (sites 1-7, 10-24 and equestrian sites 35-44). Twelve sites have water hookups only (sites 8,9 and 25-34). All sites have upright grills, covered picnic tables and a ground grill/fire ring. The park also has 2 restrooms with showers and a trailer dump station.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Kopperl, Texas, travel 1 mile south on FM 56. Follow signs into campground.
| Nearest town | Kopperl, Texas |
| Coordinates | 32.0700° N, 97.4933° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Amenities include flush toilets, showers, drinking water, a dump station, boat ramp, playground and a multi-use trail. Please note that water for this facility is supplied by an onsite Public Water
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Rentals USA ↗ | 19.1 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Covered Grid ↗ | 32.1 mi |
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Natural features
The Brazos River flows gently over sand and rocks at Plowman Creek. The surrounding rolling hills are covered with cedar, Live oak and Post oak.
Recreation
Boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking are popular activities on the river and downstream at Whitney Lake. Anglers can fish for a variety of bass, crappie, and catfish. The 12.5 mile Hopewell Trail allows hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Visitors can choose to travel north on the trail to Kimball Bend Park, or south to Lakeside Village and Powelldale Mountain.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Plowman Creek?
Sites at Plowman 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 Plowman Creek?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Plowman Creek have?
44 sites, including 22 standard sites with power, 12 tent-only sites, and 10 equestrian electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Plowman Creek?
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 Plowman Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Plowman Creek?
The park also has 2 restrooms with showers and a trailer dump station.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Plowman Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Plowman Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Plowman Creek?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Plowman Creek?
Boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking are popular activities on the river and downstream at Whitney Lake. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Plowman Creek?
Kopperl, Texas.
Source: Getting there
What if Plowman Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Kimball Bend Park (3.7 mi), Cedron Creek (8.6 mi), and Mccown Valley (10.5 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby