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Hickory Creek (Tx)

Lewisville Lake — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: LEWISVILLE, TX, TX

Price: From $14 per night

Price range: $14–$30 per night

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (1428 reviews)

Season: May through October

Hickory Creek sits on the extremely popular Lewisville Lake near Dallas, Texas. The almost 30,000-acre reservoir attracts a fair amount of visitors in summer months with warm water temperatures and excellent fishing opportunities.Visitors at Lewisville Lake enjoy picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and relaxing. Photographers will stay entertained with wildlife and colorful sunsets, while hikers and bikers like to explore the 50 miles of natural surface and paved trails surrounding the lake.T

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Showers, Dump Station, Electric Hookups, Fishing, Boat Launch

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/hickory-creek-tx to be notified when sites open up.

Hickory Creek sits on the popular 30,000-acre Lewisville Lake near Dallas with excellent fishing opportunities, water access, and 50 miles of trails. Campers praise the friendly atmosphere and proximity to stores within 1 mile.

Wildlife alert: American Mink, Great Blue Heron, Mississippi Kite, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, American Robin, and Broad-banded Water Snake present in the area.

Insider tips for Hickory Creek (Tx): Book early — this is a federal campground on a popular lake that fills quickly. Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites have no water or sewer hookups. Check shower facilities before settling in — some reported issues with drainage and hot water availability.

Skip Hickory Creek (Tx) if: You need full hookups — only electric available on select sites, no water/sewer.. You prefer well-maintained facilities — reviewers noted sites need maintenance and some bathroom concerns.. You want year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only..

Best time to visit Hickory Creek (Tx): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October with warm water temperatures attracting summer visitors..

Nearby campgrounds: Westlake Day Use (Lake Dallas, TX), Murrell Park (FLOWER MOUND , TX), East Fork (Tx) (WYLIE, TX), Clear Lake (Tx) (PRINCETON, TX).

Cell Phone Coverage at Hickory Creek (Tx)

Cell signal at Hickory Creek (Tx) (LEWISVILLE, TX): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

  • Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage · Verizon 5G: 100%
  • AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
  • T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Hickory Creek (Tx)

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LEWISVILLE, TX, TX★ 4.5 (1,428 reviews)From $14/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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Hickory Creek sits on the extremely popular Lewisville Lake near Dallas, Texas. The almost 30,000-acre reservoir attracts a fair amount of visitors in summer months with warm water temperatures and excellent fishing opportunities.Visitors at Lewisville Lake enjoy picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and relaxing. Photographers will stay entertained with wildlife and colorful sunsets, while hikers and bikers like to explore the 50 miles of natural surface and paved trails surrounding the lake.The large campground boasts 121 sites with electric hookups.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV110 ft
Hookups124 electric sites
ADA sites32 sites
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDump StationBoat Launch
Recreation
Picnic TablesElectric Hookups
Family & Pets
ShowersFishing

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full hookups — only electric available on select sites, no water/sewer.✕ You prefer well-maintained facilities — reviewers noted sites need maintenance and some bathroom concerns.✕ You want year-round camping — seasonal operations May through October only.

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground on a popular lake that fills quickly.

Only select sites have electric hookups; most sites have no water or sewer hookups.

Check shower facilities before settling in

some reported issues with drainage and hot water availability.

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally May through October with warm water temperatures attracting summer visitors.

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G + 5G · 100%
Verizon
4G + 5G · 100%
AT&T
4G + 5G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: American Mink, Great Blue Heron, Mississippi Kite, Scissor-tailed Flycatcher, American Robin, and Broad-banded Water Snake present in the area.

Location

Leaflet · OpenStreetMap tiles
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469-645-9100(NOT FOR RESERVATIONS)· Lewisville Lake
Getting there →

When traveling North on I-35E , take exit 458A toward Swisher Rd/FM-2181 onto S stemmons Fwy. Continue onto N Stemmons Fwy toward Hundley Dr/Turbeville Rd. Turn right on to N Lake Dallas Dr towards Hundley Dr/Turbeville Rd. Turn sharp right onto W Hundley Dr towards Hickory Creek. Continue on Turbeville Rd, and turn left onto Point Vista Rd. After 0.5 miles, Hickory Creek Campground will be on the right. When traveling South on I-35E, take exit 457 toward Lake Dallas Dr onto Stemmons Fwy. Then,

Campground entrance

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Community

#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)

Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Lewisville Lake fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Lewisville Lake before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Hickory Creek (Tx) cost per night?+
Hickory Creek (Tx) costs $14–$30 per night. Hookup options: Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What season is Hickory Creek (Tx) open?+
Hickory Creek (Tx) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Hickory Creek (Tx) have hookups?+
Electric hookups on select sites. No water/sewer.
What is the maximum RV length at Hickory Creek (Tx)?+
Hickory Creek (Tx) can accommodate RVs up to 102 feet.
How do I make reservations at Hickory Creek (Tx)?+
Hickory Creek (Tx) is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Hickory Creek (Tx)?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Hickory Creek (Tx) is rated strong. Best carrier: T-Mobile. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Hickory Creek (Tx) open, and what are check-in times?+
Hickory Creek (Tx) is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$14 /night★ 4.5 (1428)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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Nearby Campgrounds

Westlake Day Use

Lake Dallas, TX

From $75/night

Murrell Park

FLOWER MOUND , TX

From $14/night

East Fork (Tx)

WYLIE, TX

From $14/night

Clear Lake (Tx)

PRINCETON, TX

From $30/night

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