Campground

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 and some have picnic shelters. Two pit toilets are provided; shower and flush toilet facilities are not available.

a comunity 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 one low water boat ramp as well as a high water 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.

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.

Recreation Sites

  • Management
  • Standard Nonelectric
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Camping
  • Boating
  • Canoeing
  • Day Use Area
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Photography
  • Water Access
  • Jet Skiing
  • Hiking

Amenities

  • Boat Dock
  • Boat Ramp
  • Boat Trailer Parking
  • Campfire Rings
  • Entrance Station
  • Grills
  • Lake Access
  • Marina
  • Paved Parking
  • Paved Roads
  • Picnic Area
  • Picnic Shelters
  • Picnic Tables
  • Pit Toilets
  • Security Lights
  • Trailhead Parking
  • Trailheads
  • Water (Seasonal)
  • Grills/Fire Ring
  • Privacy
  • Tent Pad
  • Fire Pit

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.

Getting Here

Latitude
32° 59' 51.0000" N
Longitude
97° 5' 21.0001" W
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

Need to Know

  • The lake functions for flood control and conservation; lake levels fluctuate
  • There is no RV camping
  • Campers must bring their own drinking water during winter months
  • Park entry is free
  • The park is open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
  • Alcohol and glass containers are prohibited
  • Equipment to alter or cut down park vegetation, including but not limited to chainsaws, mowers and weed eaters, is prohibited
  • Off-road vehicles, ATVs, dirt bikes, golf carts and other non street-legal vehicles are not permitted in the park
  • Boats are subject to inspection for Zebra Mussels, an invasive aquatic species; To learn moreClick Here
  • There are no lifeguards at swimming areas around the lake; all swimmers swim at their own risk
  • Snakes do inhabit the area around the lake; please use cation
  • Murrell Park allows a maximum of 2 tents, 2 vehicles and 8 people per campsite. If you have questions about campsite limits please contact our project office at (817) 865-2600
  • Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
  • Advance reservations required

  • RV's and Camping trailers not allowed. vehicle must fit in standard sized parking spot. 

    • Contact Information

    880 SIMMONS RD
    FLOWER MOUND , TX 75022

    For campground inquiries, please call: 817-865-2600

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