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Mccown Valley

Overnight shelter

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Whitney Lake

AgencyU.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Managed byWhitney Lake
LocationWhitney, Texas
Coordinates31.95000, -97.38306 · Map
Rental units5 overnight shelters (electric)
Capacityup to 10 people
Check-in3:00 PM
Check-out2:00 PM
PetsAllowed (per the listing's unit data)
ADA accessN
Office phone254-622-3332
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Rental units (5)

UnitTypeSleepsAccessible
UnitOvernight shelter — electric10—
UnitOvernight shelter — electric10—
UnitOvernight shelter — electric10—
UnitOvernight shelter — electric10—
UnitOvernight shelter — electric10—

About this listing

Overview McCown Valley is located on Whitney Lake on the main channel of the Brazos River in Central Texas. Over two million people visit Whitney Lake each year to enjoy the plethora of recreational activities and scenic beauty the lake provides. Recreation McCown Valley offers five miles of trails in its equestrian park. Visitors enjoy riding their horses through open pastures and wooded areas near the lake. Boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing and kayaking are popular activities at Whitney Lake. Anglers can fish for a variety of bass, crappie and catfish with a state fishing license. Facilities This year-round campground offers a variety of sites to suit all kinds of campers, including 39 equestrian sites, 48 family sites, five sleeping shelters, and a day-use picnic shelter, all with electric and/or water hookups. 13 primitive tent sites are also available. Amenities include flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station. A boat ramp, playground and trails are also on-site. Natural Features The park is situated on the lakeshore among gently rolling hills covered with cedar, Live oak and Post oak. Deer and wild turkeys roam the area. Nearby Attractions

Directions

From I-35 in Hillsboro, take HWY 22 west 12 miles to Whitney, exit 933 north for 2.5 miles to FM 1713. Proceed 6 miles west, following signs into campground.

Source: Recreation.gov RIDB export, pulled November 5, 2026 · Listing last updated in source: 2026-02-25 · Booking and live availability: Recreation.gov (facility 232637).