Bear Creek
Bear Creek Campground is on the south side of Benbrook Lake in north central Texas, accessible from Ben Day Murrin Road. Individual & group camping, along with boat launching, is available.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 46 |
| group standard electric | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 85 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
47 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | Electric | Back-in | 80 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / Yes | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | Electric | Back-in | 40 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | Electric | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | Electric | Pull-through | 45 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | Electric | Back-in | 15 | Paved | Partial | 30 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 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, sewer |
| Max vehicle length | 85 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Campsite Prices. $28 RV Sites with water & 50/30 amp electric hookups. $26 RV Electric only (no water hookups). $125 Group Shelter with water & 30 amp electric hookups |
| Accessibility | Site 19 is listed accessible |
Bear Creek has individual campsites with utility hookups, a large group camping pavilion, restrooms with showers, trailer dump station, and boat launching.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate 20 or 820 in southwest Fort Worth, take exit 429A for Highway 377 toward Granbury and go south 5.7 miles (9.2 km); turn left or southeast onto FM Road 1187 and continue for 1.4 miles (2.2 km), then turn left or east onto Ben Day-Murrin Road and continue another 1.6 miles (2.7 km) to the campground entrance.
| Nearest town | Fort Worth, Texas |
| Coordinates | 32.5997° N, 97.5000° W · Directions ↗ |
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 1.3 mi |
| RV sales & service | DFW Camper Rentals ↗ | 6.3 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) ↗ | 8.5 mi |
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Natural features
Bear Creek campground lies along the east side Bear Creek on the south side of the lake, with wooded hillsides and prairie above the lake.
Recreation
Both individual & group camping are available in Bear Creek, April thru September, along with boat launching and wildlife viewing. Deer, hawks, owls, roadrunners and woodpeckers can be spotted around the lake.
Nearby
Fort Worth’s renowned Cultural & Museum District, Stockyards National Historic District, Botanical Gardens, Zoo, Bass Performance Hall, and downtown Sundance Square, are all only a short drive from the park. The campground closes at 10:00 p.m. so plan ahead.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Bear Creek?
Sites at Bear Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Bear Creek?
Campsite Prices. $28 RV Sites with water & 50/30 amp electric hookups. $26 RV Electric only (no water hookups).
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Bear Creek?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Bear Creek have?
47 sites, including 46 standard sites with power and 1 group standard electric.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Bear 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 Bear Creek have hookups?
Yes, electric, water, and sewer hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Bear Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Bear Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Bear Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Bear Creek?
Site 19 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. 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 Bear 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 Bear Creek?
Both individual & group camping are available in Bear Creek, April thru September, along with boat launching and wildlife viewing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Bear Creek?
Fort Worth, Texas. Fort Worth’s renowned Cultural & Museum District, Stockyards National Historic District, Botanical Gardens, Zoo, Bass Performance Hall, and downtown Sundance Square, are all only a short drive from the park.
Source: Getting there