What are the hours and season for Bear Creek?

Bear Creek is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Bear Creek?

Bear Creek is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Bear Creek"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bear-creek to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Bear Creek

Benbrook Lake — lakeside, fishing

FORT WORTH, TX3.6 (110)

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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.For local information, please call (817) 292-2400 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.Bear Creek has individual campsites with utility hookups, a large group camping pavilion, restrooms with showers, trailer dump station, and boat launching.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.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.

Things to do nearby

Benbrook Lake

Best For

AnglersBoatersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Restrooms

Showers

Dump Station

Electric Hookups

Fishing

Boat Launch

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Bear Creek cost per night?+

Bear Creek costs $26–$125 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What season is Bear Creek open?+

Bear Creek is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Bear Creek have hookups?+

No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.

What is the maximum RV length at Bear Creek?+

Bear Creek can accommodate RVs up to 85 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Bear Creek?+

Bear Creek is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Bear Creek from the nearest town?+

Bear Creek is located in FORT WORTH, TX. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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