Martin Creek Lake State Park
Open year-round with reservations available through the Texas State Parks system. Park gates open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The office closes at noon on Thanksgiving Day and all day on December 25.
Special Weather Statement issued May 22 at 8:13PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
At 813 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Joinerville, or 7 miles northwest of Henderson, moving northeast at 15 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Henderson, New London, Joinerville and Turnertown.
Flash Flood Warning issued May 22 at 8:03PM CDT until May 22 at 11:00PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
FFWSHV The National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Southeastern Gregg County in northeastern Texas... Southern Harrison County in northeastern Texas... Northern Panola County in northeastern Texas... Northeastern Rusk County in northeastern Texas... * Until 1100 PM CDT. * At 803 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Tatum, Elysian Fields, Easton, Darco, Chalk Hill, Stewart, Oak Hill and Monroe.
Flash Flood Warning issued May 22 at 7:44PM CDT until May 22 at 10:45PM CDT by NWS Shreveport LA
FFWSHV The National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northwestern Rusk County in northeastern Texas... * Until 1045 PM CDT. * At 744 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Henderson, Joinerville and Turnertown.
About
Located in Rusk County near Tatum, Martin Creek Lake State Park offers a tranquil escape in the East Texas pine forests. The 287-acre park surrounds Martin Creek Lake, which is kept warm year-round by a nearby power plant, making it an excellent destination for fishing in all seasons. Anglers regularly catch largemouth bass, crappie, channel catfish, yellow catfish, tilapia, and sunfish. The park features a boat ramp, lighted fishing pier, and fish cleaning station, with canoe rentals available. The campground includes 58 sites ranging from lakefront locations with 30-amp or 50-amp electric hookups to primitive sites on a unique island setting accessed via a charming wooden bridge. Most sites include water hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings with grills. Restrooms with showers are available near the developed sites. The park also offers screened shelters and cabins for those seeking more comfortable accommodations. Nearly four miles of hiking and biking trails wind through the park. The Old Henderson Road Loop follows a former trade route between Henderson and Shreveport, while the 1.5-mile Harmony Hill Loop passes through remnants of the historic Harmony Hill community, now a Nationally Registered Historic District. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., with the gate operating on an automatic code system. Swimming, water skiing, picnicking, and geocaching are popular activities, and ranger programs focus on the park's natural and cultural history.
Directions
Located 5 miles southeast of Tatum, Texas, at 9515 County Road 2181D. The park is approximately 20 miles southeast of Longview.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $15 - $85 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 60ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (903) 836-4336 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Availability
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