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Rocky Creek (Somerville Lake)
USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers — SOMERVILLE · Texas · Somerville Lake
| Agency | USACEU.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Area | Somerville Lake |
| Location | SOMERVILLE · Texas · Somerville Lake · 30.29861, -96.56806 · Map |
| Sites | 141 public sites counted from the federal listing — 119 standard electric; 21 tent only electric; 1 group shelter electric |
| Getting a site | Reservable — the federal listing marks this campground as taking reservations. Some sites or seasons may still be first-come; the listing’s own words are below. |
| Hookups | Electric at 150 of 141 sites (up to 50 amp where reported) Water hookups at 145 of 141 sites Sewer hookups at 0 of 141 sites Full hookups (all three at one site) at 0 of 141 sites Counted site by site from affirmative reports in the federal record. A site with no report is not counted either way. |
| Max RV length | Longest reported site fits 111 ft Sites that fit at least — 25 ft: 127 sites · 30 ft: 127 sites · 35 ft: 127 sites · 40 ft: 127 sites |
| Months open | Not in federal data — the federal listing does not publish a season for this campground. Check the official description below or Recreation.gov. |
| Fees | Not reported — the federal listing carries no fee description for this campground. |
| Check-in / out | In 3:00 PM · Out 2:00 PM (most common in the listing) |
| Pets | Allowed at 149 sites, as reported |
| Accessible sites | 9 marked accessible in the listing |
| Accessibility | N |
| Phone | 979-596-1622; FOR BOOKING, CALL 1-877-444-6777 |
Check availability & book on Recreation.gov →
This site takes no reservations and shows no live availability. Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB export pulled November 5, 2026); this listing was last updated in the federal record on 2026-02-25.
From the official listing
Overview Rocky Creek Park is located at Somerville Lake near Somerville, Texas. The lake offers various types of recreation such as camping, fishing, boating, swimming, nature trails and much more for registered campers only.
Recreation Somerville Lake offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Water sports, hiking and biking are popular activities. The lake is great for crappie, catfish, white, hybrid-striped and largemouth bass fishing, with catches weighing up to 10 or more pounds.
Facilities Rocky Creek Campground offers 192 sites: 30 sites have 30-amp electrical hookups, 127 sites have 50-amp hookups and 35 tent sites have 30-amp hookups. Flush toilets and showers are provided, as are picnic tables and fire rings. Two boat ramps, group picnic shelter, and dump station are located on-site.
Group Pavilion is made by reservation only.
Natural Features The campground is situated on a peninsula on scenic Somerville Lake. Some large trees cover the grounds, offering limited shade. Pelicans and other waterfowl frequent the shoreline.
Nearby Attractions Yegua Creek Park is nearby, offering additional access to Somerville Lake and all its great water activities.
The city of Somerville, Texas is less than 10 miles from Rocky Creek, offering restaurants and shops.
Directions, from the listing
From Austin, Texas, take US 290 east to Brenham. Follow HWY 36 north 11.5 miles to FM 1948. Turn left on FM 1948 and follow 5 miles to the park entrance.
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Trip Card — Rocky Creek (Somerville Lake)
SOMERVILLE · Texas · Somerville Lake
| Agency | USACE · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers |
|---|---|
| Location | SOMERVILLE · Texas · Somerville Lake |
| Fees | Not reported in the federal data |
| Getting a site | Reservable |
| Hookups | Electric at 150 |
| Max RV | Up to 111 ft |
| Months open | Not in federal data |
| Sites | 141 sites |
Book: recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232695 · Source: Recreation.gov, pulled November 5, 2026. Facility details come from federal recreation data and may be out of date — this site takes no reservations and shows no live availability; confirm details and book through Recreation.gov or the managing agency.