Murrell Park

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880 SIMMONS RD
FLOWER MOUND, TX 75022

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. 

Camp site features

Across 11 camp sites:

  • Fire pit: 5 of 11 sites
  • Pets allowed: all 11 sites
  • Longest RV: 20 ft
  • Largest party: 8 people

Fees

Camping fee is $14 per campsite.

Directions

Grapevine Lake is located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, south of Denton, Texas. The north side of the lake is almost entirely within the town boundaries of Flower Mound, Texas in Denton county. The south side of the lake is located in Grapevine, Trophy Club and Southlake, Texas in Tarrant County. The parks physical address is 880 Simmions Road, Flower Mound, Texas

Stay Limit

Check in from 3 PM, check out by 2 PM.

Reviews

112 reviews
5 stars
62
4 stars
27
3 stars
6
2 stars
8
1 stars
9
Joseph O
Loop:Hippy Point
Site:
Reviewed a month ago
Great campground - very well maintained.
Gregg P
Loop:Hippy Point
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Reviewed 3 months ago
Look, it was in August-- it was hot, but I had great views, wind from Grapevine Lake, and access to the water from Hippy Point site 25. Good access to the rest of the park and close to shopping and a variety of restaurants for forgotten items, resupply, and when I didn't feel like cooking. I had to watch the fire ants, but it's Texas, so they are to be expected. Staff was the gate and in the park were all really friendly and helpful.
Katerina K
Loop:Hippy Point
Site:
Reviewed 3 months ago
Such a lovely place, quiet, clean, great views.
Ana P
Loop:Hippy Point
Site:
Reviewed 4 months ago
The place is very nice but there were ant everywhere in the table behind the table in the grass and also trash
Salvatore G
Loop:Hippy Point
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Reviewed 4 months ago
Terrific space, perfect spot to access the water as well! Just be careful as the rocks are sharp - however it has a sold rock base where people can relax in about waist deep water! Good times!
Matthew M
Loop:Hippy Point
Site:
Reviewed 4 months ago
Campsite 25 had a great view of the lake. No shade, but a nice breeze. Easy walk to a rocky shore. Pleasant. Relatively private.
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Season dates

Peak season

Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026

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Peak season

Jan 1, 2027 – Dec 31, 2027

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Peak season

Jan 1, 2028 – Dec 31, 2028

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