Johnson Creek Camp
Open for camping with reservations available via Recreation.gov. Seasonal winter closure typically runs mid-November through late February. Gate hours are 10am-6pm Monday through Saturday, 12pm-6pm Sunday. Gates are locked 11pm-6am. 14-day stay limit.
Heat Advisory issued September 15 at 11:11AM CDT until September 16 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
* WHAT...Afternoon peak Heat index values from 105 to 109. * WHERE...For the Four-State area of southern Arkansas, northern Louisiana, eastern Texas and southeast Oklahoma. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and moderate humidity may cause heat illnesses.
About
Johnson Creek Camp sits along the banks of Lake O' the Pines in Marion County, Texas, within the Ark-La-Tex region of the Pineywoods. Operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this established campground provides 63 RV campsites with water and electric hookups (50 amp and 15 amp service available) and 22 tent campsites, 10 of which have electrical connections. A reservable group camping area offers 12 additional RV sites with a covered picnic shelter, restrooms, and showers. Every campsite includes a picnic table, fire ring, lantern pole, and access to potable water and trash receptacles. Five restroom buildings serve the campground, four of which have showers. An RV dump station is located near the entrance. The campground also features a boat ramp, fishing pier, swimming beach, volleyball court, and playground. Lake O' the Pines spans approximately 18,700 acres across five counties and offers fishing for largemouth, spotted, and white bass, crappie, catfish, and sunfish. Bald eagles are commonly sighted in fall and winter. Nearby attractions include the historic towns of Jefferson and Marshall, and Texas Wildflower Trail routes surround the lake.
Directions
From Jefferson, Texas, travel 3.8 miles northwest on Highway 49. Turn left onto FM 729 and continue for 8.5 miles to the park entrance on the left.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $18 - $175 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 70ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 70ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (903) 755-2435 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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