Willis Creek

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44Sites

50 ftMax rig

The place

Willis Creek is the ideal place for campers looking for a variety of accommodations. A group campground and five equestrian sites are available, in addition to a row of standard camping sites. Granger Lake is a popular recreational destination, especially for boating and fishing. In fact, it's one of the best lakes in the region for crappie and white bass fishing. Recreation Boating and fishing are the most popular activities for campers. Horseback riders have six trails to explore in the Willis Creek Equestrian Area, ranging from 1 to 5.5 miles in length. Keep reading

Facilities Equestrian sites do not have electric or water hookups. Standard sites are equipped with 20/30 electrical. Four of the standard sites are equipped with sewer drops at the campsites. The group campsite fits 50 people and is equipped with water and 20 amp electric. No RV hookups are available at the group shelter. Natural Features Granger Lake, formed by a dam completed in 1980, is fed by the San Gabriel River and Willis Creek. The campground sits on the Willis Creek arm of the lake. The maximum surface area of the lake is 11,000 acres and the shoreline is surrounded by the gently rolling hills of the Texas Blackland Prairie. Nearby Attractions The Pecan Grove Wildlife Area, San Gabriel Wildlife Area, Sore Finger Wildlife Area, and Willis Creek Wildlife Area border the lake. Bring binoculars for birding opportunities.

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

The sites · 44

Loop	Site	Type	Max rig	Electric	ADA
WCRE	01	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	02	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	03	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	04	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	05	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	06	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	07	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	08	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	09	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	1	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	10	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	10	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	10.-old	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	11	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	12	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	13	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	14	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	15	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	16	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	17	standard electric	50 ft	30	yes
WCRE	18	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	19	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	2	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	20	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	21	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	22	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	23	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	24	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	25	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	26	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	27	standard electric	50 ft	30
WCRE	28	group standard electric	20 ft	30
WCRE	3	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	4	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	5	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	6	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	6-old	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	7	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	7-old	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	8	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	8-old	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	9	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	9-old	equestrian nonelectric	—	—
WCRE	FH1-50	equestrian nonelectric	50 ft	—

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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