Murrell Park
Murrell Park offers day use facilities, boat ramp access and primitive camping on scenic Grapevine Lake, in the middle of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas. The lake has become a premier recreation destination for the Southwest and offers some of the best camping, fishing and boating in Texas. This facility is open year-round, but particularly in hot summer months, the cool water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 11 |
| Host/management | 11 |
Site guide
11 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Water / sewer | Waterfront | People / vehicles | Fires | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic | |
| 25 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | None | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 26 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | None | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 27 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |||
| 28 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 29 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | None | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 30 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | None | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 31 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
| 32 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No / No | Lakefront | 8 / 2 | Basic | |
| 33 | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes | Basic |
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
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Fees | Camping fee is $14 per campsite. |
This facility offers 11 tent-only campsites along the lakeshore with views of the water. These sites do not have electrical or water hook ups. All campsites have campfire rings and grills, picnic tables with shelters. Vault toilets are provided; shower and flush toilet facilities are not available. a community water spigot is available from spring through fall and are shut off some of the winter months. It is recommended that campers provide their own water. The park contains a boat ramp.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Grapevine Lake is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, south of Denton, Texas. The north side of the lake is almost entirely within the town boundaries of Flower Mound, Texas in Denton county. The south side of the lake is located in Grapevine, Trophy Club and Southlake, Texas in Tarrant County.
| Nearest town | Flower Mound, Texas |
| Coordinates | 32.9975° N, 97.0892° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Hunting is not allowed in the park, but is available in some of the surrounding public lands.
Charges and cancellations
No refunds on weather or health related cancelations.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Bass Pro Shops ↗ | 3.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | ProRV ↗ | 6.6 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 7.6 mi |
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Natural features
Grapevine is an 7,280 acre recreational lake with 60 miles of rolling shoreline. The area offers a wide variety of wildlife to observe, including white-tailed deer, turkey, squirrel, armadillo, rabbit and numerous birds species.
Recreation
Murrell Park is popular for picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing. The park is home to the well known Northshore Trail, which welcomes hikers and mountain bikers. Horses and moterized bikes including E-Bikes are not permitted on the Northshore Trail. Horses not permited in Murrell Park; however, there are horse trails available on the south side and west end of the lake. Anglers can fish along the shoreline or from the water; popular species include black and white crappie, catfish and bass.
Nearby
The nearby city of Grapevine offers many historical attractions as one of the oldest settlements in the county, dating back to 1844, a year before Texas became a part of the United States.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Murrell Park?
Sites at Murrell Park 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 Murrell Park?
Camping fee is $14 per campsite.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Murrell Park?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Murrell Park have?
22 sites, including 11 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Murrell Park?
The longest site here provides 20 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
Are there showers or a dump station at Murrell Park?
Vault toilets are provided; shower and flush toilet facilities are not available.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Murrell Park?
Yes, pets are allowed at Murrell Park. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Murrell Park?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Murrell Park?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, 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 Murrell Park?
Murrell Park is popular for picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Murrell Park?
Flower Mound, Texas. The nearby city of Grapevine offers many historical attractions as one of the oldest settlements in the county, dating back to 1844, a year before Texas became a part of the United States.
Source: Getting there
What if Murrell Park is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Hickory Creek (7.8 mi), East Fork (33.7 mi), and Rocky Creek Park (34.3 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby