Johnson Creek Day Use
Campground · Texas · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Lake O' The Pines Recreation Area (REC) · Open Access
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 100
- People per site
- 1
- Accessible site
- 243 ft
- Elevation
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 lake was created by the construction of the Ferrell's Bridge Dam on the Big Cypress Bayou. The reservoir was originally created as part of the overall plan for flood control in the Red River Basin below Denison Dam in Oklahoma, and has now become a recreational oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.
Nearby Attractions
Other historic and tourist attractions are nearby in the towns of Jefferson and Marshall, and Texas Wildflower Trail routes are located along the roads surrounding the lake.The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- 1 accessible site
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: JOHNSON CREEK DAY USE
Site types
- 1 Group Shelter Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Campfires allowed
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: sewer hookups, fire pits.
1 campsite at Johnson Creek Day Use
Check-in 6:00 AM · Check-out 10:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JOHNSON CREEK DAY USE | Group Shelter Electric | Parallel | — | Lakefront | — | 100 | ♿ 🐾 |
Getting there
From Jefferson, Texas, travel 3.8 miles northwest on Highway 49. Turn left onto FM 729 and continue for just over 8.5 miles. Park entrance will be on the left.
32.78917, -94.54806 · 32°47'21.0"N 94°32'53.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 95°F in Aug, down to 57°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 57 | 61 | 69 | 77 | 83 | 91 | 94 | 95 | 89 | 79 | 67 | 59 |
| Low °F | 34 | 37 | 44 | 52 | 61 | 69 | 72 | 71 | 64 | 52 | 42 | 35 |
| Precip in | 4.1 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 5.1 | 5.1 | 3.0 | 2.4 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 3.6 | 4.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.1 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Johnson Creek Day Use
- Can you reserve a site at Johnson Creek Day Use?
- Yes, Johnson Creek Day Use is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Johnson Creek Day Use have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Johnson Creek Day Use?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Johnson Creek Day Use.
- Does Johnson Creek Day Use have hookups?
- Electric, Water.
- Are campfires allowed at Johnson Creek Day Use?
- Campfires are allowed at Johnson Creek Day Use. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 903-665-2336
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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