Village Creek State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife

Village Creek State Park - Texas Parks and Wildlife Camping, hiking, biking, paddling, picnicking, fishing, swimming, bird watching, and wildlife viewing
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Amazing diversity of both plants and wildlife makes Village Creek State Park a very special place. We’re 10 miles north of Beaumont on the edge of the Big Thicket. Come to camp, canoe, or just enjoy the quiet – you’ll be glad you did! Please take a moment to review our social media comment guidelines via the link below:

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****PARK ALERT****Due to ongoing rain and the possibility of flooding, primitive campsites will be closed until further ...
06/15/2026

****PARK ALERT****

Due to ongoing rain and the possibility of flooding, primitive campsites will be closed until further notice. While the creek is not currently at flood stage, we are making these closures out of an abundance of caution. Electric campsites currently remain open. We are monitoring the weather and the creek level and will update openings and closures as necessary. If you have plans to visit the park, please check the conditions before going.

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Anyone who has spent time in southeast Texas has likely heard the repetitive tapping sound of woodpeckers drilling at tr...
06/10/2026

Anyone who has spent time in southeast Texas has likely heard the repetitive tapping sound of woodpeckers drilling at trees. The appropriately named woodpeckers use their strong bills to chip away at old or dead trees and get at the insects inside. Their long, sticky tongues allow them to excavate more deeply. Many woodpeckers will even drill their own nesting cavities in these trees, which can later become homes and nesting sites for other animals.

The red-headed woodpecker, the red-bellied woodpecker, and the pileated woodpecker are just three of the seven woodpecker species you may encounter at Village Creek State Park. The dense vegetation that covers most of the park can make birds hard to see, but many birds can still be heard. The Longleaf Loop trail is not covered by so many trees and is one of the best places in the park to see birds.

06/06/2026

Park Updates - Sand Bar Access

Have you been seeing small holes around Village Creek State Park? They may have been left by nine-banded armadillos! The...
06/03/2026

Have you been seeing small holes around Village Creek State Park? They may have been left by nine-banded armadillos! These armadillos are prolific diggers, using their large claws to create burrows and search for insects, their preferred food. Because they rely on digging for shelter and food, they can only be found in areas where the soil is soft enough to dig. Unused armadillo burrows provide homes for many other wildlife species, including snakes, possums, skunks, and burrowing owls.

In damp conditions, wildlife tracks become more visible on the sandy Longleaf Loop trail. Can you identify which animals...
06/01/2026

In damp conditions, wildlife tracks become more visible on the sandy Longleaf Loop trail. Can you identify which animals made these tracks?

05/28/2026

🍄‍🟫 Your moment of calm (sound on for the full experience) 🐌

Rainy weather brings out both mushrooms and snails, as both favor moist conditions. If it is safe to do so, and if you’re willing to brave the mud, a visit to Village Creek State Park after some rain may have some new sights for you to experience.

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8854 Park Road 74
Lumberton, TX
77657

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 10pm
Tuesday 8am - 10pm
Wednesday 8am - 10pm
Thursday 8am - 10pm
Friday 8am - 10pm
Saturday 8am - 10pm
Sunday 8am - 10pm

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+14097557322

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