About Ham Creek Park
This recreation area is part of Whitney Lake
FacilityFacilityRecreation.gov
Ham Creek Park
Kopperl, Texas · Johnson County · Facility
This recreation area is part of Whitney Lake
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32.17444, -97.48243
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Weather at Ham Creek Park
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
95°/74°
🌬 13mph
↑ 6:24 AM ↓ 8:30 PM
Mon
Overcast
95°/74°
🌬 10mph
↑ 6:24 AM ↓ 8:31 PM
Tue
Rain Showers
96°/70°
💧 7%🌬 16mph
↑ 6:23 AM ↓ 8:32 PM
Wed
Overcast
90°/70°
💧 10%🌬 15mph
↑ 6:23 AM ↓ 8:32 PM
Thu
Overcast
89°/69°
💧 12%🌬 11mph
↑ 6:23 AM ↓ 8:33 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Ham Creek Park
Heading to Ham Creek Park? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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