Hanks Creek

Campground · Texas · 57 bookable sites ·

Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers

Sam Rayburn Recreation Area (Recreation Area) · Open Access

57
Bookable sites
147 ft
Max rig length
up to 100
People per site
174 ft
Elevation
Boat Ramp Area
Photo: Boat Ramp Area · Recreation.gov

Overview

Hanks Creek Park has something for everyone, with plenty of water sports on Sam Rayburn Reservoir and volleyball, mountain biking, wild life viewing and birding for those who want to stay on shore.

The Red-cockaded woodpecker, an endangered species, is found throughout the forest surrounding the reservoir. The bird makes its home by pecking cavities in large, living pine trees.

Recreation

Fishing is excellent for largemouth bass, crappie, catfish and sunfish, with frequent fishing tournaments. The lake is also popular for jet skiing, water skiing and swimming.

Facilities

The park features 47 campsites with electric hookups. Additional amenities include group camping, a playground, boat ramp and hot showers.

Natural Features

Sam Rayburn Reservoir, also called Lake Sam Rayburn, boasts over 114,000 surface acres, making it the largest man-made lake completely in Texas. It's surrounded by the Angelina National Forest, and is within short proximity to the Sabine and Davy Crockett National Forests.

Nearby Attractions

The 20,700-acre Bannister Wildlife Management Area is on the northern peninsula of the lake. Hikers and bikers can come here to explore the designated Eastern Wild Turkey restoration site.

The facts

  • 57 bookable sites
  • 1 site for day use only
  • Vehicles up to 147 ft
  • Up to 100 people per site
  • Loops: HANKS CREEK, LOOA, LOOB, LOOC, LOOD

Site types

  • 47 Standard Electric
  • 8 Overnight Shelter Electric
  • 1 Group Shelter Electric
  • 1 Group Standard Area Electric

Amenities

  • Electric hookups
  • Water hookups
  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, grills.

Book on Recreation.gov

57 campsites at Hanks Creek

Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
DU1HANKS CREEKGroup Shelter Electric—Paved—100 🐾
G1HANKS CREEKGroup Standard Area Electric—Paved—50 🐾
S1HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved66 ft10 🐾
S2HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved66 ft10 🐾
S3HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved63 ft10 🐾
S4HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved56 ft10 🐾
S5HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved67 ft10 🐾
S6HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved64 ft10 🐾
S7HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricPull ThroughPaved147 ft10 🐾
S8HANKS CREEKOvernight Shelter ElectricBack InPaved65 ft10 🐾
01LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft10 🐾
02LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved51 ft10 🐾
03LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved42 ft10 🐾
04LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft10 🐾
05LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved43 ft10 🐾
06LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft10 🐾
07LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved69 ft10 🐾
08LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved37 ft10 🐾
09LOOAStandard ElectricPull ThroughPaved111 ft10 🐾
10LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft10 🐾
11LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved65 ft10 🐾
12LOOAStandard ElectricPull ThroughPaved63 ft10 🐾
13LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved52 ft10 🐾
14LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved54 ft10 🐾
15LOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved36 ft10 🐾
1aLOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved63 ft10 🐾
1bLOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved55 ft10 🐾
1cLOOAStandard ElectricBack InPaved58 ft10 🐾
16LOOBStandard ElectricBack InPaved63 ft10 🐾
17LOOBStandard ElectricBack InPaved62 ft10 🐾
18LOOBStandard ElectricBack InPaved57 ft10 🐾
19LOOBStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft10 🐾
20LOOBStandard ElectricBack InPaved90 ft10 🐾
21LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved54 ft10 🐾
22LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved96 ft10 🐾
23LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft10 🐾
24LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved39 ft10 🐾
25LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved44 ft10 🐾
26LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved30 ft10 🐾
27LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved43 ft10 🐾
28LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft10 🐾
29LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved63 ft10 🐾
30LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved49 ft10 🐾
31LOOCStandard ElectricBack InPaved45 ft10 🐾
32LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft10 🐾
33LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved60 ft10 🐾
34LOODStandard ElectricPull ThroughPaved106 ft10 🐾
35LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved120 ft10 🐾
36LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved72 ft10 🐾
37LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved43 ft10 🐾
38LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved70 ft10 🐾
39LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft10 🐾
40LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved50 ft10 🐾
41LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft10 🐾
42LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved48 ft10 🐾
43LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved58 ft10 🐾
44LOODStandard ElectricBack InPaved40 ft10 🐾

Getting there

From Zavalla, TX, take State Hwy 147 northeast for 1/4 mile, then turn north on FM 2109, go 8 miles to FM 2801. Turn right (east) on FM 2801 and go 2 miles to the park entrance. Follow signs into the campground.

31.27194, -94.40306 · 31°16'19.0"N 94°24'11.0"W

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Typical weather

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Precip in4.74.14.54.23.94.93.03.53.85.14.55.9

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 8.2 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Boat Ramp Area
Photo: Boat Ramp Area · Recreation.gov

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Common questions about Hanks Creek

Can you reserve a site at Hanks Creek?
Yes, Hanks Creek is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Hanks Creek have?
57 sites.
What is the maximum RV length at Hanks Creek?
147 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Hanks Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Hanks Creek.
Does Hanks Creek have hookups?
Electric, Water.
Are campfires allowed at Hanks Creek?
Campfires are allowed at Hanks Creek. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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