Longhorn Campground
Benbrook Lake, Texas
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As of October 2026, Longhorn Campground is a campground in Texas with 1 campsite. Longhorn Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Longhorn Campground is located at 32.6504° N, 97.4464° W.
- people allowed on each site
- 100
Longhorn Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
1 site open on Oct 1 at Longhorn Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 23:30 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Longhorn Campground, read on September 30, 2026.
Campsites at Longhorn Campground
- Group 1
- Hookups 1
Amenities
- restrooms
At a glance: Setting: Lake.
Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, photography, horse riding.
All sites at Longhorn Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
Every site is in the LONGHORN GROUP SHELT loop.
| Site | Type | Sleeps | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Group | 100 | Electric, Water |
About Longhorn Campground
Overview
Longhorn Park Picnic Area overlooks Benbrook Lake & Dam in north-central Texas, easiley accessible from the Chisholm Trail Parkway and southwest Fort Worth. Along with a scenic overlook, a large group pavilion is available as well as picnicking, fishing and boat launching.
Recreation
The large group pavilion is popular for family and group activitries. Individual picnic sites and boat launching is also available in the park. The nearby spillway cut for the dam is a popular fossil-hunting locaiotn where visitors can search rof Cretaceous clams and coral remnants form 85 million yeats ago.
Facilities
The large picnic shelter can accommodate up to 100 guests, with restrooms and available parking. A volleyball court and horseshoe pit offer aditonal recreation opportunities.
Natural Features
Longhorn Park is on the high rocky bluffs of the Clear Fork, overlooking the southeast end of the dam.
Nearby Attractions
City lease areas on the lake's north end offer golf courses, ball fields, tennis & volleyball courts, children's play areas, trail access and other facilities. Fort Worth's renowned Cultural & Museum District, Stockyards National Historic District, Botanical Gardens, Zoo, Bass Performance Hall, and downtown Sundance Square, are all only a short drive.
Rules and notices at Longhorn Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 30, 2026. Check Longhorn Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Day-use only
No electricity available on site.
Park is not specifically designated as accessible; however, it is a generally open and level setting without barriers, significant grade changes or slopes
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.
Park Hours are from 7:30am to 9pm
Bounce houses, and other large scale recreational equipment must be approved and permitted through the Benbrook Lake Project Office.
Longhorn Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Longhorn Campground?
Longhorn Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.
How do I find last-minute availability at Longhorn Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Longhorn 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 Longhorn Campground have?
Longhorn Campground has 1 campsites.
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