Village Creek State Park
Open year-round. Village Creek Trail to the swim beach and primitive campsites 32 and 35 are closed due to flood damage with no reopening date announced; temporary swimming is allowed at the canoe launch. The park reaches capacity frequently, so reservations are recommended via texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com or by calling (512) 389-8900.
Heat Advisory issued June 18 at 1:24AM CDT until June 18 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 107 expected. * WHERE...Hardin, Northern Jasper, Northern Newton, Southern Jasper, Southern Newton, and Tyler Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 9 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Flood Warning issued June 17 at 8:13PM CDT until June 23 at 5:00AM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Texas... Pine Island Bayou Near Sour Lake Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Pine Island Bayou near Sour Lake. * WHEN...Until early Tuesday morning. * IMPACTS...At 25.0 feet, Water inundates roads in lowland areas near the river. Low spots on Old Sour Lake Road are under water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 25.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:45 PM CDT Wednesday was 25.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 26.3 feet early Friday afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Monday afternoon. - Flood stage is 25.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flood Warning issued June 17 at 8:12PM CDT until June 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Lake Charles LA
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Texas... Louisiana... Sabine River Near Deweyville ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Texas... Village Creek Near Kountze Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Village Creek near Kountze. * WHEN...Until tomorrow evening. * IMPACTS...At 17.0 feet, Water covers low spots on Willard Lake Road and Village Creek Road near Lumberton. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:30 PM CDT Wednesday the stage was 17.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:30 PM CDT Wednesday was 17.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 17.3 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 17.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Village Creek State Park preserves a corridor of the Big Thicket biological crossroads north of Beaumont. The developed camping loop contains 25 sites with water and 30-amp electric hookups, each featuring a picnic table, fire ring, and tent pad. Restrooms with showers are nearby. For a more secluded experience, 15 primitive hike-in sites line the creek, accessible via the Creekside Trail; these include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to water spigots. Village Creek itself is the park's main draw for paddlers. The slow-moving blackwater stream meanders through cypress-tupelo swamps and sandbars ideal for swimming. Local outfitters offer canoe and kayak rentals delivered to the park. Anglers will find catfish, bass, and sunfish, and the park loans fishing gear at no charge with no license required. Over 10 miles of trails wind through longleaf pine uplands, beech-magnolia slopes, and floodplain forest. The Nature Center provides exhibits on Big Thicket ecology, and rangers lead guided hikes and programs throughout the year.
Directions
From Beaumont, take US 96 north approximately 10 miles. Turn left onto Alma Drive, then right onto Park Road 74. The park entrance is at 8854 Park Road 74, Lumberton, TX 77657.
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 | $10 - $130 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| VillageCreekSP@tpwd.texas.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (409) 755-7322 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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