Shirley Creek Marina & Campground

Shirley Creek Marina has gone through some tough times in 2009 and early 2010 during which time the facilities and campsites were neglected.  New management has taken over in 2010 and is committed to significant improvements and upgrades with a goal of making Shirley Creek Marina a premier park in Texas. 

A majority of the improvements are planned to be completed by March 2010 and the priorities include:

redoing a majority of the overnight RV sites that are near the water to include: level sites, 30 and 50 AMP service, great water views from your door, picnic tables, room for big rigs, and fire pits

general clean up and operational improvements

limestone paved campsites and roads in the campsite area

redecorating and upgrading the cabins

adding a sandy beach and swimming area

Several other improvements and upgrades are planned for 2011, some of which include:  a store with staples, fishing gear, bait, and more; gas dock; fishing pier; restaurant; pavilion with a kitchen area; additional boat ramps; hiking and biking trails; day use area; improvements to the primitive camping area; possible kayak and canoe rentals; and more.   After a meeting with the new owners and the current manager, there is no doubt in my mind that this could be one of the best destination RV parks in Texas offering several fun things to do, special events, good cabins, and great lakefront camping.

If you set the right expectation, today and until the improvements are made, this is a very good place for lakeside camping or staying in one of the cabins and enjoying a weekend boating.

Today’s rating is based on our experience prior to all the improvements.  My guess is that when all the upgrades are done, this park will be one of our top 25 favorite parks.   Come back in March and read our updated review.