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Village Creek State Park

Paddle the cypress-lined Village Creek through the Big Thicket, one of America's most biologically diverse areas. Canoe camping along the creek.

25 campsites|East Texas|4 hr 30 min from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Electric

$20/night

Main Loop · Sites 1-25 · 25 sites

Water, 30-amp electricRV OKTent OK

Guide to Village Creek State Park

Best Campsites

For Paddlers:Creek-side primitive sites for canoe campers

When to Go

Spring and fall. Avoid summer humidity.

Tips

  • Bring a canoe or kayak — the creek is the main draw
  • The Big Thicket is one of North America's most biodiverse regions

Highlights

Paddling on cypress-lined Village CreekBig Thicket biodiversity — 'American Ark'Canoe camping accessRare orchids and carnivorous plants

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