Village Creek State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $4 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 40 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(409) 755-7322
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Trail ClosuresOct. 3, 2026 - The following trails are closed due to storm damage: • Tupelo Trail and Tupelo Spur • Village Creek Trail • Loblolly Trail Park… (more)
Oct. 3, 2026 - The following trails are closed due to storm damage: • Tupelo Trail and Tupelo Spur • Village Creek Trail • Loblolly Trail Park Closures The park will be closed on the following dates: • 10 p.m. on Jan. 8 to 2 p.m. on Jan. 13 Only permitted hunters will be allowed on these dates. Contact the park for more information. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Hardin County, in Lumberton, Village Creek State Park covers about 2,472 acres.
The park supports mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. On the water side, there is boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 40 campsites across 3 camping areas, including RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, group camping, and showers. If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 8 a.m. – 10 p.m. We often reach capacity, and recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult | $4 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $4 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under: Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We often reach capacity, and recommend reservations for both camping and day use.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity Some sites are ADA accessible. Most sites can accommodate one travel trailer and one 10 ft. x 10 ft. tent. | 25 | Water hookup; Electric hookupShowersPicnic tableFire ringTent padLantern post | $16 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Hike-in) These sites are in the Creekside Hike-in Campsite Area. | 15 | Water nearbyPicnic tableFire ringTent padLantern post | $10 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Group Camp Walk in 100 yards from parking area to reach the campsite. This area is for sponsored youth groups (i.e. scouts, churches, etc.) Maximum of 50 people and 10 vehicles allowed. This site cannot be reserved online. Please call group reservations at (512) 389-8920. | — | Picnic tablesFire rings | $30 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingFishingHikingBikingMountain bikingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Group facilities
Water
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Group camping
Lodging
- Cabins
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 8854 Park Road 74
Lumberton, TX 77657 - Nearest town
- Lumberton
- Coordinates
- 30.2505, -94.1787
- Phone
- (409) 755-7322
- VillageCreekSP@tpwd.texas.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology