McClellan Creek National Grassland

McClellan Creek National Grassland is a protected grassland in Gray County with rolling terrain, native grasses, and wildlife spaces. A reservoir sits at the center of the area and provides water to the landscape.

In the 1930s, the land changed from private homesteads to public grassland through a land use program designed to fight drought and soil erosion. This shift was part of a broader effort to restore the region.

The grassland preserves the natural landscape of the Texas Panhandle and reflects how the Great Plains have been managed over time. Visitors can observe the careful care of native grasses and the spaces where wildlife lives.

The area has camping facilities with electrical hookups, showers, and waste stations available for visitors. Popular activities include hiking, fishing, and ATV riding across the grassland.

A major fire in 2006 burned through a large area along the highway and caused significant changes to the land and wildlife habitats. The fire reshaped how the grassland looks and functions today.

Location: Gray County

Elevation above the sea: 891 m

GPS coordinates: 35.21070,-100.86900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:04