Martin Creek Lake State Park

Category: Park

Address: 9515 Co Rd 2181D, Tatum, TX 75691, USA

Phone: +19038364336

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–10PM

Monday: 6AM–10PM

Tuesday: 6AM–10PM

Wednesday: 6AM–10PM

Thursday: 6AM–10PM

Friday: 6AM–10PM

Saturday: 6AM–10PM

Reviews

Richard Delk

Jul 21, 2022

Great place to get some paddling practice. I took my daughter to get her used to her kayak before we did anything more challenging. Great amenities and, from what I saw, some great fishing as well.

Amber Klinsky

Jan 28, 2022

A very beautiful state park with lots of great features. Definitely a fisherman's paradise with a big boat launch area, lots of parking for trailers, plus a separate swimming beach, hiking trails, & rv & camp sites, plus cabins to rent. We stayed a night with an rv: the park is a bit older with smaller rv sites: great for anything about 35 feet: not any extra space for another vehicle, but they were very accommodating with overflow parking at close locations. We did the island trail that was a very pleasant walk over the bridge & onto the island: probably easy enough for just about anyone & the views were great. Such a cool contrast of the power plant across the lake & the natural setting: probably not everyone would enjoy that, but we liked it a lot. There is a very low ambient noise from the plant, but we found it very nice, rather than a bother.

Chelsea Ruark

Oct 31, 2021

Had a blast at Halloween! The park and lake are beautiful. The trick or treating was perfectly setup. Highly recommend checking out the playground for kids and island trail. Grounds and bathroom are very nice. Watch out for roots while walking in the dark! They will jump out and get you. Friendly staff and host.

Tena Jones

Aug 7, 2021

Enjoyed our trail hikes, I can see the island trail being an all day play area for kids! So many trails & great places to hide & seek! It was super hot when we went, but seen several deer, tons of mushrooms, & fish (but didn't even get a bite). Great full clean restrooms with hooks & benchs in shower area. The humming of the power plant was a little annoying, but you tune it out after the 2nd night lol! Super small gift shop with tops, stickers & drinks. Enjoyed our time here & will be back.

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Questions & Answers

Can I use the cast net to catch tilapia?

Roberto Santiago | Jun 24, 2020
Don Fortner | Jun 25, 2020

Good question for game warden

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Hi. I see canoes / kayaks with the tpwd logo in some of the google pictures. are these available to rent by the day / hour? I would be interested in renting one to fish from. Many Thanks.

BK2shooter | Jun 25, 2018
Cindy Mougeotte | Jun 26, 2018

Yes they are available to rent. We rented one for a couple of hours to canoe around the island. Beautiful scenery. And the fishing is great too. I caught like 11 in 2 hours.

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Can we set up our rv in a spot coming in late at night and pay next morning

Sherry Ross | Jun 25, 2019
Mary Collier | Jun 26, 2019

Rent online

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Can I rent a cabin by the week or month and how much does it cost?

greg dickenson | Jun 25, 2019
Sharon Stanmore | Jun 26, 2019

You would have to call to get the exact price...sometime they have specials

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How close to carthage,tx. And how much are rv. hookups monthly

Charles Keene | Jun 25, 2019
Thomas knighton | Jun 26, 2019

15.00 and 25.00

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Is the pier covered?

Walter Moreland | Jun 25, 2019
C MOORE | Jun 26, 2019

No

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Is there a place to swim with your dog here?

Brianna Martinez | Jun 25, 2019
C MOORE | Jun 26, 2019

Pets are not allowed in the beach swim area at any time. Your pets are welcome to swim off of the island.

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You guys have bike trails in There

Aaron Padron | Jun 25, 2018
Texcollex | Jun 26, 2018

Yes they have bike trails. Remember the East Texas heat and humidity in the Summer. Hydrate thoroughly.

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Was there a man called Martin Creek? Or was it a Creek named after a Martin and then was made into a lake?

rich petty | Jun 25, 2018
Thomas Winters | Jun 26, 2018

Daniel Martin For Whom the park is named settle his family near the creek called Hogan's bayou at the time. In his neighbor's of benchley built a small Fort and then a town called Harmony Hill.

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Is there tent camping here ?

jordan marinich | Jun 25, 2018
Jannifer Washington-Griffin | Jun 26, 2018

Yes. You can pitch a tent at any site, with primitive or water/electric hookups. Also great for RVs and the have screen shelters and cabins to rent.

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Is there another boat launch besides the state park

Buddy Cord | Jun 17, 2022
Meagan Wiler | Jun 18, 2022

Yes on 2681 highway

Where do I need to "put in" to go kayaking?

Luann Heath | May 25, 2022
Desarea Saenz | May 26, 2022

There is a ramp just left to the entrance that makes it easy to put one in.

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What would it cost for a cabin for 3months

Chris White | Apr 25, 2022
Thomas Pace | Apr 26, 2022

I believe they are $ 65 a night

Can I take my boat out and drive it to the campsites in the island?

Daniel Solano | Mar 26, 2022
Linda Iannacone | Mar 27, 2022

Unsure

Do you have RV spots available on the water for this weekend 7/30-8/1?

Cindy Kopecky | Aug 28, 2021
Craig Ainsworth | Aug 29, 2021

I'm not a park employee, but you have to go the the Texas parks and wildlife website to reserve and pick your spot!!

Is there a playground?

Greg Ledenbach | Jun 24, 2021
Deb Mig | Jun 25, 2021

Yes. But depends where your spot is how close you are. Pretty big park.

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Were is a good place to fish for catfish from the bank

Jessie Pinkston | Jun 24, 2021
Jim Baker | Jun 25, 2021

Most everywhere.

How do i rent a camp site

Stacy Strickland | Jun 24, 2021
Joseph Ogle | Jun 25, 2021

Online or at the guard shack

Are grills present at the camp sites?

Brandy Clifton | Jun 24, 2021
Alicemae LaPlante | Jun 25, 2021

Fire pit with a grill

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What county is this?

Penny Steel | Jun 24, 2021
Stephanie D | Jun 25, 2021

Rusk county

How much is it to fish about 4 hours? I adult and 2 children no boat.

Shelia HIGHLEY | Jun 24, 2021
Lil Gang Tarang | Jun 25, 2021

so if you buy a pass you don't need a fishing license?

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family went to camp for the night with the dog and as they were in the tent going to sleep heard footsteps at there tent dog started barking and when they open the tent dog chased something up the tree they shined a light but nothing was there.

edith Hubbard | Jun 24, 2020
edith Hubbard | Jun 25, 2020

They said it sounded like a person foot steps. They grabbed the stuff from in the tent and left everything else there and went back in thr daylight to get it.

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Does this have rv hook up

Wendy Holly Arthur | Jun 24, 2020
Ricky Vorderkunz | Jun 25, 2020

Yep

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Do you have cabins available to rent for 4th of July weekend?

Mona Dyer | Jun 24, 2020
Andy Jensen | Jun 25, 2020

Check their website. https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/martin-creek-lake The cabins rent out pretty fast. I doubt they have any left for the 4th.

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What's that big plant with the smoke stacks?

Dee Jewell | Jun 24, 2020
Lori Esquivel | Jun 25, 2020

Power plant

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Do y allí know how much does it cost for 1 night cabbin.?

Briceida Martinez | Jun 25, 2019
Carla Meadows | Jun 26, 2019

2 cabins are fully equipped with bathroom stove and everything then 2 cottages with air conditioner and beds

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Do they allow to fish at night

isela garza | Jun 25, 2019
Lori Esquivel | Jun 26, 2019

Yes

Can you find clams and shells here

james walls | Jun 25, 2019
Don Fortner | Jun 26, 2019

No

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Is horse riding allowed on the trails. And is there equine friendly camping.

Barbara Floyd | Jun 25, 2019
Mary Collier | Jun 26, 2019

No

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Do they answer the phone often? Is this place still open?

Alyssa Ordone | Jun 25, 2019
OC CATRACHO | Jun 26, 2019

They usually do. Should be open. Nothing on their website that says otherwise...

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When can you start renting canoes?

LeighAnne monroe | Jun 25, 2019
L Wells | Jun 26, 2019

They were some rented when we were there Friday

How is the tilapia hunting?

Joe McClendon | Jun 25, 2019
Jessie Fite | Jun 26, 2019

I have caught a few one by cast net and the other on rod and reel out there by the pier pricing the power plant that's where they're mostly at

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Is the park still open even though the government is shut down??

Danielle Hocutt | Jun 25, 2019
John Moore | Jun 26, 2019

I work at martin creek yes the park is open 365 days a year we are state run have nothing to do with goverment

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Do you issue disability passports there?

Frank Osborn | Jun 25, 2019
John Moore | Jun 26, 2019

Yes

What kind of fish are in the lake ? Is there a beach and swimming?

Reginald Tucker | Jun 25, 2019
Laura Romine | Jun 26, 2019

Beach and swim area nice. Fishing is great because the power plant keeps water warm year round. Hiking and camping nice too.

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Is there an area for swimming?

Reginald Tucker | Jun 25, 2019
Tina Marie Murray | Jun 26, 2019

There WAS an area near the boat launch but at this time the lilly pads are growing in and near it

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How do I report noisy campers after 12 midnight?

Lisa Morgan | Jun 25, 2019
Tom Fierros | Jun 26, 2019

I would wake up the park host.

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When you rent a canoe do you have a tour guide? Do you have life jackets available?

Monique Howard | Jun 25, 2019
Tina Marie Murray | Jun 26, 2019

No Guides are available But PFD personal floatation devices are required and they do provide them ...Enjoy...

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Do I need anything besides a license to fish here?

Reese Davis | Jun 25, 2019
C MOORE | Jun 26, 2019

At Martin Creek Lake State Park anyone can fish without a fishing license if you fish from the pier or bank. The entry fee is $3.00 per person 13 and older.

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Are there grills in the picnic areas?

Walter Moreland | Jun 25, 2019
Dr. Luis Vargas | Jun 26, 2019

Yes, but not all sites have them

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Can you swim with your dog here?

Brianna Martinez | Jun 25, 2019
Jannifer Washington-Griffin | Jun 26, 2019

Not in the public area but there are many other areas you can get in the lake with your dog. Lake side camping spots would be great too.

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30 amp RV parking on the water?

Roger Conley | Jun 25, 2019
Steve Conroy | Jun 26, 2019

Yes. But, bring some Sevin dust with you to dust around the wheels of your vehicle and trailer. They are having a problem with Venezuelan ants.

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Do y'all have any paddel boats something to rent to be able to get into the water

Donna Garcia | Jun 25, 2019
C MOORE | Jun 26, 2019

We rent canoes.

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Where is bee tree camping area located?

Randy Davis | Jun 25, 2019
Dora K Cantu | Jun 26, 2019

Yes

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Is there a good swimming area for kid's are there restroom's and are grills allowed for a day visit?

Leticia Aguilar | Jun 25, 2018
Jamie Allen | Jun 26, 2018

Oh yeah. They have multiple spots for kids to swim

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About how much do the cabins rent for one night and for the weekend?

Tessa Williams | Jun 25, 2018
Jamie Allen | Jun 26, 2018

Yeah the cabins vary. 40 and up

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Can you fish without a license here.

Kygze Turner | Jun 25, 2018
Texcollex | Jun 26, 2018

Yes, within state park boundaries

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Are motorized boats allowed?

Joey B | Jun 25, 2018
Dora K Cantu | Jun 26, 2018

I think so. I've seen them on the lake all the time with no problem.

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Is there horseback riding

Bob Dolen | Jun 25, 2018
Texcollex | Jun 26, 2018

No, not that I know of

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