Sowell Creek
Campground · Texas · 62 bookable sites ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
Proctor Recreation Area (REC) · Open Access
- 62
- Bookable sites
- 175 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 100
- People per site
- 2
- Accessible sites
- 1,182 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Sowell Creek Park is nestled within the beautiful Cross Timbers Region of Texas and located on the east side of Proctor Lake. Sowell Creek appeals to sportsmen, birdwatchers, naturalists or those simply wanting to relax in the outdoors.
Recreation
Sowell Creek offers families and friends with an excellent venue to enjoy the outdoors. The park offers overnight camping as well as two day-use areas for picnicing and several swim beaches for folks to soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful lake water. Fishing is Proctor Lake's main attraction: anglers enjoy the lake's tremendous populations of Bass, Crappie, and Catfish. The lake is also recognized as one of the best Hybrid Striped Bass fishing areas in the state. Sowell Creek offers two boat ramps that provides guests with easy access to the lake. Also, two fishing docks are located within the park to provide guests with further fishing opportunities. High Point Park, located a few miles from Sowell Creek on FM 1496 (31.999944, -98.470486), offers more than 10 miles of hiking and equestrian trails.Facilities
Sowell Creek offers 61 campsites and one group site during the summer (April - September); and 30 campsites during the winter (October - March). Campsites are equipped with electric hookups ranging from 50 amp, 30 amp, and 20 amp; water hookups; sewer hookups; and a covered picnic table. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station thus creating a comfortable camping environment for visitors.Natural Features
Large, open grassy areas; Black Willow; and Buttonbush characterize the park:. Shade is sparse, but lake views are plentiful.Nearby Attractions
The nearby town of Comanche, Texas offers historical attractions, antique stores. museums, events and more.The facts
- 62 bookable sites
- 2 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 175 ft
- Up to 100 people per site
- Loops: L#1, L#2, L#3, L#4, L#5
Site types
- 60 Standard Electric
- 2 Group Standard Electric
Amenities
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Sewer hookups
- Picnic tables
- Grills
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: campfires allowed, fire pits.
62 campsites at Sowell Creek
Check-in 3:00 PM · Check-out 2:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 02 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 03 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 04 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 05 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 06 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 07 | L#1 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 08 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 09 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 10 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 35 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 11 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 12 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 13 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 14 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 15 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 16 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 17 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 18 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 65 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 19 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 30 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 20 | L#2 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 21 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 22 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 23 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 24 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 25 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 26 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 27 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 28 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 29 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 30 | L#3 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 31 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 32 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 33 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Pull Through | Paved | 110 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 34 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 35 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 60 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 36 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 37 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 38 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 39 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 40 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 41 | L#4 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 55 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 42 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 85 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 43 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 110 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 44 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 45 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 95 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 46 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 47 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 16 | 🐾 |
| 48 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 49 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 80 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 50 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 51 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 80 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 52 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 53 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 54 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 75 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 55 | L#5 | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 175 ft | 32 | 🐾 |
| 56 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Gravel | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 57 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 58 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 59 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 60 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 61 | L#5 | Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 70 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| G1 | L#5 | Group Standard Electric | Back In | Paved | 50 ft | 100 | 🐾 |
Getting there
From Comanche, Texas, take Highway 67/377 east for 12 miles to the town of Proctor. Turn left on FM 1476 west and continue 2 miles to Recreation Road 6. Turn left and continue for 1/2 mile to the park entrance.
31.99000, -98.46000 · 31°59'24.0"N 98°27'36.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 97°F in Jul, down to 59°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 59 | 63 | 71 | 79 | 85 | 92 | 97 | 97 | 90 | 80 | 69 | 60 |
| Low °F | 34 | 38 | 46 | 53 | 63 | 70 | 72 | 72 | 66 | 54 | 45 | 37 |
| Precip in | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 4.4 | 4.0 | 1.8 | 2.3 | 3.0 | 3.6 | 2.1 | 1.8 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 2.7 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
Map
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Common questions about Sowell Creek
- Can you reserve a site at Sowell Creek?
- Yes, Sowell Creek is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Sowell Creek have?
- 62 sites.
- What is the maximum RV length at Sowell Creek?
- 175 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Sowell Creek?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Sowell Creek.
- Does Sowell Creek have hookups?
- Electric, Water, Sewer.
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Contact
- Phone 254-879-2322
- 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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