Yegua Creek
Yegua Creek is located at Somerville Lake near Somerville, Texas. The lake offers various types of recreation such as camping, fishing, boating, nature trails and much more for registered campers only.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 62 |
| Tent-only | 15 |
| Host/management | 4 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 104 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
77 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Electric | Back-in | 103 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 002 | Electric | Back-in | 81 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 004 | Electric | Back-in | 81 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Electric | Back-in | 82 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Electric | Back-in | 79 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Electric | Back-in | 90 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Electric | Back-in | 93 | Gravel | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes |
| 009 | Electric | Back-in | 88 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | Electric | Back-in | 93 | Gravel | 50 amp | Yes / – | 10 / 2 | Yes | |
| 011 | Electric | Back-in | 92 | Gravel | Partial | 50 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 | 104 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Yegua Creek Campground has 82 sites, 65 of which have 50-amp electrical and water hookups. Flush toilets and showers are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Two boat ramps, an interpretive trail, and dump station are located on-site.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Weather by month
Getting there
From Austin, Texas, take US 290 east to Brenham. Follow HWY 36 north 11.5 miles to FM 1948. Turn left and follow FM 1948 2.5 miles. Turn right into park complex, following campground signs. From Houston, Texas, take HWY 290 west to Brenham. Follow HWY 36 north 11.5 miles to FM 1948. Turn left and follow FM 1948 2.5 miles.
| Nearest town | Somerville, Texas |
| Coordinates | 30.3028° N, 96.5447° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedRx Bastrop 9278
44 mi from the campground · 85 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 ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV Station ↗ | 24.5 mi |
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Worth a stop
Rocky Creek Park is nearby, offering additional access to Somerville Lake and all its great water activities. The city of Somerville, Texas is less than 10 miles from Rocky Creek, offering restaurants and shops.
- 2.6 miBig Creek Marina ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
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Natural features
The campground is situated on the shoreline of scenic Somerville Lake. Pelicans and other waterfowl frequent the shoreline.
Recreation
Somerville Lake offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Water sports, hiking and biking are popular activities. White and hybrid-striped bass, crappie and catfish populate the lake, as well as largemouth bass which can reach 10 or more pounds.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Yegua Creek?
Sites at Yegua 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 Yegua Creek?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Yegua Creek have?
81 sites, including 62 standard sites with power and 15 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Yegua 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 Yegua Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Yegua Creek?
Flush toilets and showers are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Yegua Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Yegua Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Yegua Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there is 1 active fire within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Is there cell service at Yegua Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 4G LTE, and T-Mobile 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 Yegua Creek?
Somerville Lake offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Yegua Creek?
Somerville, Texas. Rocky Creek Park is nearby, offering additional access to Somerville Lake and all its great water activities.
Source: Getting there
What if Yegua Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Rocky Creek (Somerville Lake) (1.4 mi), Lake Somerville Marina & Campground (1.7 mi, first-come), and Wilson H Fox (54.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby