Johnson Creek Day Use
Johnson Creek Day Use is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Texas. Hookups: electric & water.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Texas
- Coordinates
- 32.78917, -94.54806
- Hookups
- Electric & Water
- Activities
- Boating, Day Use Area, Fishing, Picnicking, Swimming, Water Sports, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 903-665-2336
Amenities
- Reservable sites
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About Johnson Creek Day Use
Overview Johnson Creek Day Use Area is situated along the banks of the Lake O' the Pines in the Ark-La-Tex portion of the Pineywoods of east Texas near the states of Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana. Address to get here: 580 Crestwood Lp. Avinger, TX 75657 Recreation Boating, fishing, water sports, and wildlife viewing are all popular pastimes at the campground. Hunting opportunities for white-tailed deer, waterfowl, and small game are available on nearby public lands. Lake O' the Pines fishing includes largemouth, spotted, and white bass along with crappie, catfish, and sunfish. In addition to boat fishing there are areas for bank fishing along the shore and below the dam along Big Cypress Bayou. Birdwatchers are also encouraged to bring their binoculars as numerous resident and migratory bird species inhabit the area. Bald eagle sightings are a common occurrence in fall and winter and they are occasionally sighted in spring and summer. best waterfowl hunting in East Texas. Facilities Johnson Creek offers a large group picnic shelter, complete with electric hookups, that can accommodate up to 100 guests. A boat ramp, courtesy dock, fishing dock, volleyball court, and swimming beach are also provided, making the area perfect for large parties or family functions. Natural Features Lake O' the Pines includes about 18,700 acres of water and 9,000 acres of land. The Johnson Creek Day Use Area is located near the confluence of Johnson Creek and Lake O' the Pines. The la
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Creek Camp | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 0.2 mi | — | Full hookups |
| Alley Creek Camp | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 2.7 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Brushy Creek | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 3.3 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Lakeside Day Use | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 3.5 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Brushy Creek Day Use | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 3.8 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| Buckhorn Creek | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 3.9 mi | — | Full hookups |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.