Murrell Park
Campground · Texas · 11 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Grapevine Recreation Area (REC) · Open Access
- 11
- Bookable sites
- 20 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 567 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Murrell Park offers day use facilities, boat ramp access and primitive camping on scenic Grapevine Lake, in the middle of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in Texas.The lake has become a premier recreation destination for the Southwest and offers some of the best camping, fishing and boating in Texas.
This facility is open year-round, but particularly in hot summer months, the cool water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat.
Recreation
Murrell Park is popular for picnicking, hiking, mountain biking, boating and fishing. The park is home to the well known Northshore Trail, which welcomes hikers and mountain bikers.
Horses and moterized bikes including E-Bikes are not permitted on the Northshore Trail. Horses not permited in Murrell Park; however, there are horse trails available on the south side and west end of the lake.
Hunting is not allowed in the park, but is available in some of the surrounding public lands. Anglers can fish along the shoreline or from the water; popular species include black and white crappie, catfish and bass.
Facilities
This facility offers 11 tent-only campsites along the lakeshore with views of the water. These sites do not have electrical or water hook ups. All campsites have campfire rings and grills, picnic tables with shelters. Vault toilets are provided; shower and flush toilet facilities are not available. a community water spigot is available from spring through fall and are shut off some of the winter months. It is recommended that campers provide their own water. The park contains a boat ramp.
Natural Features
Grapevine is an 7,280 acre recreational lake with 60 miles of rolling shoreline. The area offers a wide variety of wildlife to observe, including white-tailed deer, turkey, squirrel, armadillo, rabbit and numerous birds species.Nearby Attractions
The nearby city of Grapevine offers many historical attractions as one of the oldest settlements in the county, dating back to 1844, a year before Texas became a part of the United States.Charges & Cancellations
No refunds on weather or health related cancelations.
The facts
- 11 bookable sites
- 22 sites in total, including non-bookable
- Vehicles up to 20 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: Hippy Point, South Point
Site types
- 11 Management
- 11 Standard Nonelectric
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Fire pits
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
- Water hookups — not available
- Sewer hookups — not available
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups.
22 campsites at Murrell Park
Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Access | Water | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Drive In | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Drive In | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 29 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Hike In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 32 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Drive In | — | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | Hippy Point | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Paved | Walk In | Lakefront | 20 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 1 | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 2 | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | — | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 3 | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 4 | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 5 | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 6 | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7A | South Point | Management | — | — | Drive In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 7B | South Point | Management | — | — | Drive In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8A | South Point | Management | — | — | Drive In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8B | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
| 8C | South Point | Management | — | — | Hike In | Lakefront | — | 8 | 🐾 |
Getting there
32.99750, -97.08917 · 32°59'51.0"N 97°5'21.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 2.4 | 2.6 | 3.2 | 3.6 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.9 | 4.6 | 3.1 | 2.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.9 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
Fees and stay limits
Camping fee is $14 per campsite.
From Recreation.gov, which is not always current. The operator's own page is the authority on what you will be charged.
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Common questions about Murrell Park
- Can you reserve a site at Murrell Park?
- Yes, Murrell Park is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Murrell Park have?
- 22 sites in total, of which 11 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Murrell Park?
- 20 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Murrell Park?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Murrell Park.
- Does Murrell Park have hookups?
- No hookups are recorded here.
- Are campfires allowed at Murrell Park?
- Campfires are allowed at Murrell Park. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
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Contact
- Phone 817-865-2600
- Email ami.e.watkins@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-04-23.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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