Sowell Creek

Photo · Kyle Watter

Not publishedStatus

ReservableAccess

62Sites

175 ftMax rig

The place

Sowell Creek Park is nestled within the beautiful Cross Timbers Region of Texas and located on the east side of Proctor Lake. Sowell Creek appeals to sportsmen, birdwatchers, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors. Recreation Sowell Creek offers families and friends with an excellent venue to enjoy the outdoors. The park offers overnight camping as well as two day-use areas for picnicing and several swim beaches for folks to soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful lake water. Keep reading

Fishing is Proctor Lake's main attraction: anglers enjoy the lake's tremendous populations of Bass, Crappie, and Catfish. The lake is also recognized as one of the best Hybrid Striped Bass fishing areas in the state. Sowell Creek offers two boat ramps that provides guests with easy access to the lake. Also, two fishing docks are located within the park to provide guests with further fishing opportunities. High Point Park, located a few miles from Sowell Creek on FM 1496 (31.999944, -98.470486), offers more than 10 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. Facilities Sowell Creek offers 61 campsites and one group site during the summer (April - September); and 30 campsites during the winter (October - March). Campsites are equipped with electric hookups ranging from 50 amp, 30 amp, and 20 amp; water hookups; sewer hookups; and a covered picnic table. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station thus creating a comfortable camping environment for visitors. Natural Features Large, open grassy areas; Black Willow; and Buttonbush characterize the park:. Shade is sparse, but lake views are plentiful. Nearby Attractions The nearby town of Comanche, Texas offers historical attractions, antique stores. museums, events and more.

SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

The sites · 62

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
L#1	01	standard electric	75 ft	50
L#1	02	standard electric	70 ft	50	yes
L#1	03	standard electric	65 ft	50
L#1	04	standard electric	70 ft	50
L#1	05	standard electric	60 ft	50	yes
L#1	06	standard electric	50 ft	50
L#1	07	standard electric	65 ft	50
L#2	08	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#2	09	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#2	10	standard electric	35 ft	30
L#2	11	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#2	12	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#2	13	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#2	14	standard electric	55 ft	30
L#2	15	standard electric	60 ft	30
L#2	16	standard electric	70 ft	30
L#2	17	standard electric	55 ft	30
L#2	18	standard electric	65 ft	30
L#2	19	standard electric	30 ft	30
L#2	20	standard electric	70 ft	30
L#3	21	standard electric	70 ft	30
L#3	22	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#3	23	standard electric	45 ft	30
L#3	24	standard electric	45 ft	30
L#3	25	standard electric	50 ft	30
L#3	26	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#3	27	standard electric	55 ft	30
L#3	28	standard electric	45 ft	30
L#3	29	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#3	30	standard electric	45 ft	30
L#4	31	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#4	32	standard electric	45 ft	30
L#4	33	standard electric	110 ft	30
L#4	34	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#4	35	standard electric	60 ft	30
L#4	36	standard electric	55 ft	30
L#4	37	standard electric	50 ft	30
L#4	38	standard electric	45 ft	30
L#4	39	standard electric	40 ft	30
L#4	40	standard electric	55 ft	30
L#4	41	standard electric	55 ft	30
L#5	42	standard electric	85 ft	50
L#5	43	standard electric	110 ft	50
L#5	44	standard electric	70 ft	50
L#5	45	standard electric	95 ft	50
L#5	46	standard electric	45 ft	50
L#5	47	standard electric	75 ft	50
L#5	48	standard electric	40 ft	50
L#5	49	standard electric	80 ft	50
L#5	50	standard electric	40 ft	50
L#5	51	standard electric	80 ft	50
L#5	52	standard electric	50 ft	50
L#5	53	standard electric	50 ft	50
L#5	54	standard electric	75 ft	50
L#5	55	group standard electric	175 ft	30
L#5	56	standard electric	70 ft	50
L#5	57	standard electric	70 ft	50
L#5	58	standard electric	70 ft	50
L#5	59	standard electric	70 ft	50
L#5	60	standard electric	70 ft	50

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SRC · Recreation.gov RIDB full extract · 2026-08-23

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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SRC · Rules verified against recreation.gov · 2026-08-24

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This campground sits in TX-25. This member’s public-lands record →

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