Union Grove sits among the stunning landscapes of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Texas . With 30 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Sites are first-come, first-served , 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
📸 Discover the Beauty of Stillhouse Hollow Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
Recent wildlife observations near this campground from the iNaturalist community.
Union Grove located in Texas, offering 30 camping sites.
Union Grove
A Rural campground in Texas
Overview
The 6,430-Acre Lake Is Located 16 Miles Upstream of the Confluence of the Lampasas and Leon Rivers, Which Flow Into the Little River. a Man-Made Wetland Was Constructed on the South Shore of the Lake to Provide an Additional 10 Acres of Wildlife Habitat in the Lake Area. a Man-Made Wetland Was Constructed on the South Shore of the Lake to Provide an Additional 10 Acres of Wildlife Habitat in the Lake Area. the Center Has About Five Miles of Hiking Trails, Including a One-Mile Nature Trail Along the Lampasas River, a Spring-Fed Creek, a Waterfall, Bridges and Several Wildlife Viewing Points. Union Grove Park Is Located on the Southwestern Shore of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in Central Texas. the Lake Offers a Wide Variety of Recreation Opportunities, Including Water Sports, Hiking, Biking, Horseback Riding, Picnicking, Large Group Pavilions, Hunting, Fishing and Simply Enjoying the Scenery.
This Facility Has RV and Tent Camping Sites with Water and Electric Hookups Available, As Well As Three Screen Shelters Available for Guests Without Camping Equipment. the Facility Is One of Only Two Reservable Campgrounds on the Lake.
Stillhouse Hollow Lake Was Created by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers with the Construction of Stillhouse Hollow Dam in 1968. with 58 Miles of Shoreline, Stillhouse Hollow Lake Is an Often Uncrowded Haven for Boaters and Fishermen. the Campground Has a Four-Lane Boat Ramp, and Visitors Who Do Not Have Motor Boats, Canoes or Kayaks Can Rent Them Nearby.
Families Can Enjoy Soaking Up the Sun and Swimming at the Beach Within the Facility, or Hanging Out at the Playground.
Birding Is Also a Favorite Pastime, with Hawks, Great Blue Herons, Ducks, Geese, Many Species of Songbirds, Bobwhite Quail, Rio Grande Turkey and Even an Occasional Bald Eagle, Yielding Year-Round Opportunities for Bird Sightings. the Campground Has More Than 30 Campsites, Including RV and Tent Sites with Electric Hookups, Double Sites and Screened Shelters. the Park Offers Restrooms with Flush Toilets and Hot Showers, a Swimming Beach, Fishing Dock, Playground and Boat Ramp. Aside From Two Campgrounds and a Nearby Day-Use Park, Very Little of the Lakeshore Is Developed. the Edges Consist of Rocky Beaches and Sandy Bluffs. Although Much of the Lake Area Is Forested, the Campground Has Rolling Hills That Are Mostly Open with Little to No Shade.
Most Campsites Have a View of the Water, with Some Right Along the Shoreline and Others Within a Short Walking Distance.
the Lake Has Noticeably Clear and Deep Water That Is Inhabited by Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Channel Catfish and Many Birds.
Contact Info
This Location Is Unstaffed. to Speak with Our Main Office for General Information, Please Call: (254) 939-2461.Nearby Attractions
Within a Short Drive, the Village of Salado Offers Golf, Art Galleries and Shopping, Among Other Pastimes.Chalk Ridge Falls Environmental Learning Center Is Below the Stillhouse Hollow Lake Dam.
Stillhouse Hollow Lake Is Located Near the Fort Hood Army Base, Which Has Several Points of Interest for the Military Buff.Managed by: Us Army Corps of Engineers
Site Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 30
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: No
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address:
City: , Texas
Coordinates: 31.0107528, -97.6207306
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (254) 939-2461
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|hiking|biking|playground|picnic|restroom|shower|hookups|electric|water|beach|lake|river|trail|rv|tent|shelter
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
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
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
⚡ CHARGER CORNER THE CORNER
Distance: 4.7 miles away
Address: 200 N Main St, Nolanville, TX
Network: chargepoint-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232728
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://www.recreation.gov/
- Parent Park: Stillhouse Hollow Lake
- Park Website: /parks/stillhouse-hollow-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: stillhouse-hollow-lake
- Parent Park Name: Stillhouse Hollow Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: stillhouse-hollow-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 3.0
- States Covered: Texas
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 508
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 508, 508.0
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: texas
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: stillhouse-hollow-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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