From forest hikes to paddling on Lake Conroe, camping near Magnolia is worth the trip.
Less than an hour from Houston, Magnolia offers a beautiful escape to campsites surrounded by flowering trees and outdoor adventures. Park the RV or pitch a tent on a local farm for a quiet night under the stars, or stay in a cozy mini cabin on the shores of a private lake. Amenities at many private campsites near Magnolia include potable water, toilets, picnic tables, and campfires. Discover more of Texas’s natural beauty with a visit to Bastrop State Park for geocaching, hiking, and swimming in a seasonal pool. Experience park history at historic cabin rentals, or stay at campsites with walk-in options, full-hookup RV parking, and outdoor grills. Just north of Magnolia, Sam Houston National Forest offers three more developed campgrounds as well as group and dispersed camping. Stay near hiking trails, picnic under the trees, or boat, swim, and splash in Lake Conroe to enjoy everything the forest has to offer. For even more beauty, visit from February to April when the city’s namesake Magnolia trees are blooming.