RE: Purti Creek State Park, Texas

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Sent a 2nd. e-mail to TPWD about the $5.00 charge.  No idea why I didn t get an answer on the first one.  We ll see.  Next time I call my state rep.  Don t like being ignored[:@].

[Trlrboy]

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Go gett m Harry.

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OK Guys and Dolls,
 
 Finally got our answer on the reason for the $5.00 charge at Purtis Creek SP for putting anything on the water.  Seems some of what we have been told is not all together accurate.  This charge seems to apply to boats and anything that may be used as a boat (" belly boats"  as a good example).  It would seem that this charge doesn t apply to tubes and floats for swimming.  Not sure I agree with the reasoning but I guess I can accept it.  If this is an issue for you, you may want to print the following and have it with you the next time you visit Purtis Creek SP.
 
 What follows is the responce I got, verbatum.  Hope you find it helpful.
 
 
 " Thank you for seeking clarification of the fee schedule at the park.  The lake use fee of $5.00 is charged for all situations that could fall under the TPW Water Safety Code as a boat - this would include the floatation units that could have motors attached or required lights at night.  The floatation devices used by some fly-fishermen often use trolling motors - - that is why they are charged the lake use fee.  We do not charge for people using swimming flotation devices.  
 
 
 
 The fee has been in effect since park opening.  The lake at Purtis Creek is one of the few lakes completely managed by TPWD, to include access, fisheries management, impoundment management and noxious weed control.  The lake is completely surrounded by state park property.  The lake use fee helps to defray these costs, just as our camp site and entry fees defray cost for the campgrounds and general park maintenance.
 
 
 
 If I can be of anymore help, please let me know.
 
 John Yarbrough
 
 903/566-0535, X232"   (Received: 2/10/03)
 
 

[JemJen24]

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I m debating camping at this location this weekend.  I didn t want to drive more than 1« to 2 hours and this looks like it s about 1« drive from Arlington.  I like quiet, woodsy areas with nice scenery and hiking.  Does this fit the bill?

[PopUpTrio]

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JemJen24:  Your description fits Purtis to the T.  It is woodsy, quiet and has good hiking trails.  I don t think you ll be disappointed.  Like I said earlier on this thread, we live about 30 min from there and it is one of our favorite places to go for these very reasons.  Let us know if you decide to go and how you liked it.

[JemJen24]

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I wanted to go this weekend, but DH may have to work Saturday (Grrrrrr).  Sooo, if I have to go alone, I may go to Cedar Hill SP so I m closer to home (it s only like 15-20 minutes away) in case there s a problem.
 
 (sigh)  Dangit...and I d gotten all riled up for Purtis! LOL

[bikolee]

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Cedar Hill does NOT fit your description. The campsites are not woodsy, and the CG in general is not quiet.

[JemJen24]

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I know, but it s closer to home (sigh)  On a good note, it looks like we ll be able to make the Inks Lake trip with the NTPUCA afterall! woot woot