Hickory Creek Campground in the United States

I opted to give this location a shot as it was conveniently situated near my residence and was available on short notice. The staff was amicable, although their knowledge of other local sites seemed limited. My camping spot was lakeside, offering ample room and shade. However, there was a notable amount of noise from other campers that inexplicably seemed to travel far. Despite this, I found the atmosphere to be tranquil and the other campers were generally sociable. The spots located further from the lake were rather mundane, with most situated in expansive fields. The one downside I noted was the limited number of bathrooms within the camping area, which were spaced quite far apart from each other. Additionally, the bathrooms were outdated and required some minor refurbishments. Overall, it was a positive experience.

3 years ago

If you're heading up I35E, keep an eye out for the exit! Even if you accidentally pass it, you can still reach the campground via the subsequent street. Make sure to familiarize yourself with the roads and whether your vehicle can handle them. This campground, created by the COE in the 60s or 70s, offers a 50% discount on overnight fees with an annual federal park pass, which also covers any entrance fees. The standard price is $30 per night at this location. Every site is equipped with a level grill, fire pit, electricity, water, and a covered picnic table. There's also a station for draining tanks. One downside of my spot was the proximity of the dumpster, but luckily it was recently emptied and didn't smell. The campground has spacious, open sites with ample distance between each. There's a good mix of shaded and sunny areas, ideal for things like Starlink access. The trees are well maintained to prevent damage to your RV. It's peaceful here. I managed to secure last-minute, mid-week reservations through their website without any issues. The staff at the entrance booth are friendly. They permit delivery services like UPS, FedEx, and Kroger to enter the park, but they must have your site number to deliver to you. Note that the entrance booth does not accept deliveries. The bathhouse, while somewhat old and in need of minor repairs, was clean. The shower I used had a recently replaced shower head. The campground also offers easy access for those with disabilities.

3 years ago

Situated in close proximity to highway I 35E, the park is easily accessible via a well-paved road. It is marked by clear signposts and offers an efficient and friendly check-in process. The park regulations are simple and straightforward. The roads within the park are also paved and well-maintained. Our allocated spots, 08 and 29, were asphalt back-ins that comfortably accommodated our Coach and Towed. The services provided, including 30 amp and water, were conveniently located on the left side. Despite being an urban park, the spacing between the sites was decent. A few sites even had vegetation barriers for privacy. Each site was equipped with a table on a concrete patio and a fire pit. The terrain of our site was flat and even. The park, on the whole, was clean and well-kept. However, it lacked amenities like park-included wifi or cable TV. We were able to find a variety of OTA channels, but satellite reception might be challenging. We didn't utilize the washrooms or showers, but upon inspection, they appeared clean and modern. The park features walking trails and boat launch facilities. While there are no eateries or shops within walking distance, a short drive will lead you to food, shopping, and convenience stores. We found the park to be an excellent base for exploring local attractions. At $30.00 per night, we believe it offered great value for money. We will certainly return if we find ourselves in the vicinity again.

3 years ago

Sanitized, energy, hydration, view by the lake. I'm content 💙🙏

3 years ago

Convenient place to stay when visiting family. Rate reflects Senior Discount. Large Sites with good privacy between sites that are in the trees, not as much privacy for the lakeside spots. Third time we've stayed here for family visits and I'm sure we'll be back. There is a lot of highway noise from I-35, so it's a trade-off for the convenience of the location. We saw a lot of deer and lots of birds.

3 years ago