About Johnson Creek Camp
Number of accommodations: 83
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
- Showers
On Site Services
- Playground
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1892)
What Guests Are Saying
Johnson Creek Camp at Lake O' the Pines is praised for its beautiful piney woods, clean facilities, and helpful staff, making it a favorite camping destination for many. Reviewers enjoyed well-maintained sites, clean bathrooms, and the opportunity to fish, with some noting a lovely view and wildlife in the area. Some minor issues included high grass, ant problems, and occasional parking challenges, but overall, guests had a positive experience and expressed a desire to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Johnson Creek Camp at Lake O' the Pines is praised for its beautiful piney woods, clean facilities, and helpful staff, making it a favorite camping destination for many. Reviewers enjoyed well-maintained sites, clean bathrooms, and the opportunity to fish, with some noting a lovely view and wildlife in the area. Some minor issues included high grass, ant problems, and occasional parking challenges, but overall, guests had a positive experience and expressed a desire to return.
Review Summary
Mark J
May 29, 2022
Was very dirty. They do not know what soap is. I check it out Wednesday before because I have had this issue before. And it was very dirty. Got with lake personal and they sent clean up company again. Same thing not clean and stuff not working the same as in October.
Darryl G
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: E410, Loop: R4
We always enjoy Johnson Creek. This time however, we usually camp at site 410 so we are near the water and can just walk to the edge of the lake and fish. The edge of the lake is only a few yards from our site, but this time 2 (two) big-ass pontoon boats tied to the bank RIGHT EXACTLY where we fish. They were there Mon.- Fri. so we did NOT get to walk to the water and fish. Can't you do something to keep boaters from pulling their boat up on the bank right in front of someone's campsite? We couldn't even enjoy the scenery over the lake because of these two big-ass pontoon boats.
Darryl G
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: E410, Loop: R4
We always enjoy Johnson Creek. This time however, we usually camp at site 410 so we are near the water and can just walk to the edge of the lake and fish. The edge of the lake is only a few yards from our site, but this time 2 (two) big-ass pontoon boats tied to the bank RIGHT EXACTLY where we fish. They were there Mon.- Fri. so we did NOT get to walk to the water and fish. Can't you do something to keep boaters from pulling their boat up on the bank right in front of someone's campsite? We couldn't even enjoy the scenery over the lake because of these two big-ass pontoon boats.
Darryl G
VerifiedMay 27, 2022 • Stayed at: E410, Loop: R4
We always enjoy Johnson Creek. This time however, we usually camp at site 410 so we are near the water and can just walk to the edge of the lake and fish. The edge of the lake is only a few yards from our site, but this time 2 (two) big-ass pontoon boats tied to the bank RIGHT EXACTLY where we fish. They were there Mon.- Fri. so we did NOT get to walk to the water and fish. Can't you do something to keep boaters from pulling their boat up on the bank right in front of someone's campsite? We couldn't even enjoy the scenery over the lake because of these two big-ass pontoon boats.
SHIRLEY A
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: E413, Loop: R4
Grass not mowed in campsite, trees overhanging roads to drive thru hitting camper. I feel there is no security here now. People come and go as they please.
SHIRLEY A
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: E413, Loop: R4
Grass not mowed in campsite, trees overhanging roads to drive thru hitting camper. I feel there is no security here now. People come and go as they please.
SHIRLEY A
VerifiedMay 26, 2022 • Stayed at: E413, Loop: R4
Grass not mowed in campsite, trees overhanging roads to drive thru hitting camper. I feel there is no security here now. People come and go as they please.
Louise P
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: E405, Loop: R4
We love Johnson Creek but the last few times that we have been there the grass is so tall and full of stickers. You can’t walk between Campers or to the water without walking thru tall gras at 12 in tall. My little comes in full of stickers and the grass is breeding mosquitos. We will be there agains May 25-30. We have 3-4 families. It would be nice is grass was mowed. We were told they would not mow till the end of month. Not acceptable. This is in the E400 section. Thank you
Louise P
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: E405, Loop: R4
We love Johnson Creek but the last few times that we have been there the grass is so tall and full of stickers. You can’t walk between Campers or to the water without walking thru tall gras at 12 in tall. My little comes in full of stickers and the grass is breeding mosquitos. We will be there agains May 25-30. We have 3-4 families. It would be nice is grass was mowed. We were told they would not mow till the end of month. Not acceptable. This is in the E400 section. Thank you
Louise P
VerifiedMay 22, 2022 • Stayed at: E405, Loop: R4
We love Johnson Creek but the last few times that we have been there the grass is so tall and full of stickers. You can’t walk between Campers or to the water without walking thru tall gras at 12 in tall. My little comes in full of stickers and the grass is breeding mosquitos. We will be there agains May 25-30. We have 3-4 families. It would be nice is grass was mowed. We were told they would not mow till the end of month. Not acceptable. This is in the E400 section. Thank you
Location Johnson Creek Camp
Address:
2669 Fm 726
Jefferson, TX, 75657-9780
United States
From Jefferson, Texas, travel 3.8 miles northwest on Highway 49. Turn left onto FM 729 and continue for 8.5 miles to the park entrance on the left..
Johnson Creek Camp is accessible via US Highway 59, which is approximately 10 miles to the east. The campground is also near Texas State Highway 49, providing additional access to the region.
Latitude & Longitude: 32.787 / -94.5507
Elevation: 81 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Vehicles & parking
- Off-road vehicles are not allowed on the property.
General
- Click Here to learn more about the Lake O' the Pines
Fires & fuel
- Firewood must be purchased locally and burned on-site to prevent pests.
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Last updated: June 5, 2026