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NRSO |
| description |
Hickory Creek sits on the extremely popular Lewisville Lake near Dallas, Texas. The almost 30,000-acre reservoir attracts a fair amount of visitors in summer months with warm water temperatures and excellent fishing opportunities. |
| drivingDirection |
Due to construction on the I-35E bridge, the directions to the campground have changed if approaching from the north. Take I-35E south to Exit 460 - Meadow Oaks Rd/ Corinth Parkway. Stay on the I-35E access road heading south, go through the red light at Swisher Rd. Turn right onto Ventana Rd, go to the stop sign and turn left onto Point Vista Road. The campground is 1201 Point Vista Road. |
| facilitiesDescription |
The large campground boasts 121 sites with electric hookups. Ten primitive walk-in sites are also available. Park amenities include hot showers, a dump station, boat ramp, playground and pay phones. |
| facility |
HICKORY CREEK |
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71200 |
| fullReservationUrl |
http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=71200&cmp=39-32--joewils |
| importantInformation |
Visiting hours end at 9 p.m. The gates open at 6 a.m. Gate attendant hours have changed to 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. No fireworks, firearms or chainsaws allowed No off-road vehicles allowed Primitive sites cannot be reserved Walk-in sites are available 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. |
| nearbyAttrctionDescription |
Several public golf courses are located around the lake, and horseback riding opportunities are available, too. Hickory Creek is just 35 miles away from downtown Dallas. |
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| orientationDescription |
The lake stems from the Elm Fork of the Trinity River in northern Texas, and offers little visibility, but plenty of room for boating and watercraft. The park sits on the Hickory Creek Arm of Lewisville Lake, very near to the suburbs of Dallas, Texas. |
| recreationDescription |
Visitors at Lewisville Lake enjoy picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and relaxing. Photographers will stay entertained with wildlife and colorful sunsets, while hikers and bikers like to explore the 50 miles of natural surface and paved trails surrounding the lake. |