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Hanks Creek Campground in Texas
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Hanks Creek Campground

Sam Rayburn Reservoir, Texas

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As of October 2026, Hanks Creek Campground is a campground in Texas with 53 campsites. Hanks Creek Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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  • Hanks Creek Campground is located at 31.2719ยฐ N, 94.4031ยฐ W.
people allowed on 51 of 53 sites
10
people allowed on the largest site
100

Hanks Creek Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

open, tap to book on Recreation.govsold outin your alert

Stay and booking rules

  • Mid-stay changes allowed
  • Maximum stay: 14 nights
  • Military discount available

Published by Recreation.gov for Hanks Creek Campground, read on September 30, 2026.

Campsites at Hanks Creek Campground

  • Standard 51
  • Group 2
  • Hookups 53

Amenities

  • showers
  • potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking, wildlife, water sports.

All sites at Hanks Creek Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

SiteLoopTypeSleepsHookups
DU1HANKS CREEKGroup100Electric, Water
G1HANKS CREEKGroup50Electric, Water
S1HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S2HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S3HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S4HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S5HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S6HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S7HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
S8HANKS CREEKStandard10Electric, Water
1aLOOAStandard10Electric, Water
1bLOOAStandard10Electric, Water
1cLOOAStandard10Electric, Water
02LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
03LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
04LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
05LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
06LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
07LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
08LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
09LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
10LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
11LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
12LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
13LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
14LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
15LOOAStandard10Electric, Water
SiteLoopTypeSleepsHookups
16LOOBStandard10Electric, Water
17LOOBStandard10Electric, Water
18LOOBStandard10Electric, Water
19LOOBStandard10Electric, Water
20LOOBStandard10Electric, Water
21LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
22LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
23LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
24LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
25LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
26LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
27LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
29LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
30LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
31LOOCStandard10Electric, Water
32LOODStandard10Electric, Water
33LOODStandard10Electric, Water
34LOODStandard10Electric, Water
35LOODStandard10Electric, Water
36LOODStandard10Electric, Water
37LOODStandard10Electric, Water
38LOODStandard10Electric, Water
39LOODStandard10Electric, Water
40LOODStandard10Electric, Water
43LOODStandard10Electric, Water
44LOODStandard10Electric, Water

About Hanks Creek Campground

Overview

Hanks Creek Park has something for everyone, with plenty of water sports on Sam Rayburn Reservoir and volleyball, mountain biking, wild life viewing and birding for those who want to stay on shore.

The Red-cockaded woodpecker, an endangered species, is found throughout the forest surrounding the reservoir. The bird makes its home by pecking cavities in large, living pine trees.

Recreation

Fishing is excellent for largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and sunfish, with frequent fishing tournaments. The lake is also popular for jet skiing, water skiing and swimming.

Facilities

The park features 47 campsites with electric hookups. Additional amenities include group camping, a playground, boat ramp and hot showers.

Natural Features

Sam Rayburn Reservoir, also called Lake Sam Rayburn, boasts over 114,000 surface acres, making it the largest man-made lake completely in Texas. It's surrounded by the Angelina National Forest, and is within short proximity to the Sabine and Davy Crockett National Forests.

Nearby Attractions

The 20,700-acre Bannister Wildlife Management Area is on the northern peninsula of the lake. Hikers and bikers can come here to explore the designated Eastern Wild Turkey restoration site.

Rules and notices at Hanks Creek Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Hanks Creek Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Camping is permitted at designated campsites only.

Camping fees are charged on a per site basis.

All park users (including campers) must register with the attendant prior to occupying a site.

No golf carts or ATVs/UTVs allowed.

Use of developed sites for any reason (including picnicking) will require a camping fee.

The number of persons allowed per site is limited to ten (10).

Occupancy at each campsite is limited to two tents, or one tent and one trailer (including pop-up trailers, self-contained RVs and truck-mounted campers).

The number of vehicles per site shall be limited to two (2) per site. This does not include the camping unit. An extra vehicle tag may be purchased. America the Beautiful and Golden Age Passes do not allow entry into the park to visit a camp site.

Fires must be confined to fire rings.

All waste water, including gray water, must be properly disposed of at the park dump stations.

Quiet hours shall be observed between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. Check-in time is 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is 2:00 p.m.

All pets must be on a leash under six feet in length.

Generators shall not be operated between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Fireworks are prohibited.

Day use swim beach closed October-March.

Day use boaters must use day use area boat ramp (open all year).

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

Hanks Creek Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Hanks Creek Campground?

Hanks Creek Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 53 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Hanks Creek Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Hanks Creek Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Hanks Creek Campground have?

Hanks Creek Campground has 53 campsites.

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