Plowman Creek sits among the stunning landscapes of Whitney Lake in Texas . With 44 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Nov-mar when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit
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🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
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Plowman Creek located in Kopperl, Texas, offering 44 camping sites.
Plowman Creek
A Rural campground in Texas
Overview
plowman Creek Campground Is Located on the West Side of Whitney Lake Off the Main Channel of the Brazos River in Central Texas. Plowman Creek Not Only Offers Many Campsites But Also Includes Flush Toilets, Showers, Drinking Water, a Dump Station, Boat Ramp and Playground.
Boating, Fishing, Swimming, Canoeing and Kayaking Are Popular Activities on the River and Downstream at Whitney Lake. Anglers Can Fish for a Variety of Bass, Crappie, and Catfish.the 12.5 Mile Hopewell Trail Allows Hiking, Mountain Biking and Horseback Riding. Visitors Can Choose to Travel North on the Trail to Kimball Bend Park, or South to Lakeside Village and Powelldale Mountain.
This Year-Round Campground Offers 44 Campsites in Plowman Creek. Thirty of These Sites Have Water and 30 Amp Electrical Hook Up (Sites 1-7, 10-24 and Equestrian Sites 35-44). Twelve Sites Have Water Hookups Only (Sites 8,9 and 25-34). All Sites Have Upright Grills, Covered Picnic Tables and a Ground Grill/Fire Ring. the Park Also Has 2 Restrooms with Showers and a Trailer Dump Station. Amenities Include Flush Toilets, Showers, Drinking Water, a Dump Station, Boat Ramp, Playground and a Multi-Use Trail.
* Please Note That Water for This Facility Is Supplied by an Onsite Public Water Supply (Pws) and in the Event of a Power Ouatage That Lasts More Than 24 Hours Visitors May Be Asked to Evacuate the Park Since Water Cannot Be Provided.
the Brazos River Flows Gently Over Sand and Rocks at Plowman Creek. the Surrounding Rolling Hills Are Covered with Cedar, Live Oak and Post Oak.Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 44
- Hookup Types: Electric (30amp), Water
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: Available
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Plowman Creek Park
City: Kopperl, Texas 76652.0
Coordinates: 32.07, -97.4933333
Area Type: Rural
Phone: 1-877-444-6777
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|hiking|biking|playground|picnic|restroom|shower|dump-station|hookups|electric|water|fire-ring|lake|river|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: $29-39
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
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4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 19 stations
Nearest Market: DALLAS/Houston/SAN Antonio
Notes: Signals FROM DALLAS/Houston/SAN Antonio MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 40 stations (12 AM, 28 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KRLD 1080 Am
Market: DALLAS/Houston/SAN Antonio
Notes: 12 AM, 28 FM Stations from Dallas/Houston/San Antonio
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ Cinemark 1643 West Henderson Street
Distance: 18.9 miles away
Address: 1643 West Henderson Street, Cleburne, TX
Network: shell_recharge
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232676
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Whitney Lake
- Park Website: /parks/whitney-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: whitney-lake
- Parent Park Name: Whitney Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: whitney-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 7.0
- States Covered: Texas
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 511
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 511
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: texas
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: whitney-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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