The best camping near Possum Kingdom State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Possum Kingdom State Park adventure.

The best camping near Possum Kingdom State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Possum Kingdom State Park adventure.

Camping near Possum Kingdom State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Possum Kingdom State Park adventure.

Lakeside camping and aquatic adventure await just an hour from DFW.  

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  • Lake Palo Pinto RV Park
  • Lake Palo Pinto RV Park
  • Lake Palo Pinto RV Park
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Lake Palo Pinto RV Park

97 sites · RVs, Tents3 acres · Palo Pinto, TX
Waterfront Campsites on Beautiful Lake Palo Pinto It's 5 O'clock somewhere! Make happy hour’s happy again, at this rustic lakefront campground surrounded by nature and tranquility. EVENT SCHEDULE 4/18 Karaoke night 6-9pm 5/02 Karaoke night 6-9pm 5/16 Karaoke night 6-9pm 5/18 Saturday live music from the Mark Trimmier Band 6:00pm 5/30 Karaoke night 6-9pm 6/01 Car Show & Swap Meet 7:00am 6/13 Karaoke night 6-9pm 6/27 Karaoke night 6-9pm 6/29 Saturday live Music with Kim Younkin 6:00pm 7/11 Karaoke night 6-9pm 7/25 Karaoke night 6-9pm RV and tent lakefront campsites Bring your boat and launch it at the boat ramp (call or check lake levels at Water Data For Texas) Experience life of leisure fishing from our shoreline Catch dinner and utilize our fish cleaning station Cook a pizza in the large wood-burning pizza oven Roast s'mores at one of our three large stone firepits Watch your favorite sports game on one of the large cable tv’s inside or outside our newly renovated clubhouse Use our newly renovated showers, bathrooms, and laundry facilities Check out our camp store for ice and bait Available storage on site 20/30/50-amp full hookup sites Lake Palo Pinto Fishing There are a wide variety of fish in the lake including Large Mouth Bass, Hybrid Stripped Bass, White Bass, White Crappie, Channel Cat, and Flathead Cat. The Brazos Electric Power Plant is located on the lake. The power plant helps to keep the water warmer during the winter months keeping the fishing better in that area where an 83-pound Flathead Catfish was known to be caught. Lake Palo Pinto RV Park is just 14 minutes to Palo Pinto, 25 minutes to Mineral Wells, and about an hour from Fort Worth. It is north of I-20 about 10 miles. Nearby points of interest include Clark Gardens Botanical Park, Holiday Hills Country Club, Mineral Well Fossil Park, The National Vietnam War Museum. Take The Baker Hotel ghost walk tour, where you can learn about the historical significance of the hotel, its ghostly inhabitants, and the history of the City of Mineral Wells. Downtown Mineral Wells is home to more than 20 murals featuring everything from flying pigs to human-sized butterflies and interactive murals to portrayals of local people from days gone past. Downtown Mineral Wells has over 100 historic buildings with boutiques, antique shops, and specialty stores, plus restaurants that offer patio dining and live music. Mineral Wells was named for and is still famous for its mineral waters. The town boomed as a health resort after 1885, when the Crazy Well was dug. The Crazy Water Bath House offers mineral baths and treatments inspired by the waters and nature. Three museums call Mineral Wells their home. The National Vietnam War Museum has dozens of silent memorials recognizing those who served their country in the Vietnam War. This museum exhibits a half-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., the Camp Holloway Memorial Wall, a Meditation Garden, and a Huey Helicopter. The Old Jail Museum is a growing complex of historic log cabins and frontier buildings that demonstrate life in the region’s 19th century. Local artifacts fill all of its buildings. The Little Rock Schoolhouse Museum, built in 1884, housed the first public school building in Mineral Wells, and is dedicated to the preservation of the historical memorabilia of the City of Mineral Wells. The W.K. Gordon Center for Industrial History preserves, documents, and researches the industrial history of Thurber, Texas, which was once a thriving coal mining company town of 10,000 people and now a ghost town. Thurber was located near the southern Palo Pinto County line. Visitors can see reconstructions of Thurber’s mercantile store, livery stable, the town bandstand, the 655-seat opera house, and the Snake Saloon, which once boasted one of the largest horseshoe-shaped bars in the United States. The Mineral Wells Fossil Park at the old City of Mineral Wells landfill’s borrow pit, which closed in the early 1990s but then revealed fossils documenting ancient sea species such as crinoids, echinoids, and other historic sea life from the Pennsylvania Period over 300 million years ago. Fossil collecting is allowed in designated areas only, and only surface collecting is allowed with small gardening tools at the park. Take a guided tour of Guest Ranch Exotic Game Hunting where you will see their different species of antelope, buffalo, deer, and sheep. The best times to go on this tour are early mornings and late afternoons, and the cost of the tours begin at $35.00. Check out the Palo Pinto Mountain State Park that comprises 4,871 acres of former ranch land about 23 miles west of Palo Pinto Creek Reservoir. When fully developed, this park will offer hiking, camping, fishing, stargazing, and other outdoor activities. Plateaus with beautiful vistas overlook sheltered canyons. Palo Pinto Creek winds through the northern border of the park. A dam on Russell Creek impounds the 90-acre Tucker Lake, the centerpiece of the park. Plans for the park include an extensive network of multi-use trails for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Trails will lead to remote areas of the park with expansive vistas.
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  • RV Camping LCR
  • To the right of the electric pole
  • RV Camping LCR
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RV Camping LCR

3 sites · RVs, Tents2 acres · Cisco, TX
Enjoy lakeside camping at its finest! We offer the top amenities and purchasable convenience at our Lakeside store right beside the Rv spots including: bait, tackle, beverages, boat/fishing pole rentals, souvenirs, snacks. There is water connection, 50amp and 30amp electricity and wifi. You'll enjoy fishing, swimming and spectacular sunsets on our large dock or with sand in your toes on our private beach!
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  • Quiet Country with Convenience
  • My front yard view
  • Quiet Country with Convenience
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Quiet Country with Convenience

3 sites · RVs, Tents150 acres · Bridgeport, TX
We are outside of the City Limits, yet, just 3 minutes from Shopping, a Brewery, Whiskey Distillery, and Restaurants. Christmas in July Jeep Parade is the third Saturday of July. Bring your Jeeps!! 8 minutes from The Endeavor (HOV) park, 6 miles from Lake Bridgeport, 2 minutes from the Kayak Trail, 2 minutes from the Bridgeport Country Club and just a minute away from C.A.R.E ( Center for Animal Research and Education) which is a Lion, Tiger Refuge. Country with convenience!!!! Learn more about this land: Open field view, yet the site is boarded by tree lines. Lion farm, is a less than a mile away. Lake Bridgeport is 6 miles. Country Club is 1 mile, HOV park is 5 miles. Brewery, whiskey distillery are 3 miles, kayak trail is 1 mile. Shop Downtown Bridgeport!
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  • 108 Ranch
  • 108 Ranch
  • 108 Ranch
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108 Ranch

2 sites · Lodging70 acres · Gordon, TX
108 Ranch is off interstate I20! 70 acres of land for you to enjoy. Only a few hookups available. There are 3 tanks/ponds, horses, cattle, goats, chickens and ducks. Convenient to many hunting operations, hun ranges, and restaurants! We have a fully operational horse facility that includes a 1/2 mile race track, arena, round pen and stalls.
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  • The double bunk set, sleeps three.
  • Enjoy a book or two, there's lots of space to relax!
  • The double bunk set, sleeps three.
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JH Ranch-Haggard Lake

3 sites · Lodging200 acres · Gordon, TX
Come get a big dose of Texas! Working cattle ranch with 200 acres of rugged country to explore. Quite often we will ride by the cabin on the horses and kids can climb on for a photo or short ride. Take a dip in the the 6 acre private lake that also offers great fishing and kayaking. Want some adventure? Sign up for the Jeep tour of the ranch. Serious about fishing? Get the 2 man bass boat with trolling motor. Want to see stars? We are an hour SW of Fort Worth so well away from the city lights. Your well behaved dogs are welcome but please add under extras the $25 additional cleaning fee. If they are don’t leave hair everywhere I will refund it.
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  • Our seasonal garden. We grow as much of our food as we can in the spring
  • One of our large RV or Bus friendly locations
  • Our seasonal garden. We grow as much of our food as we can in the spring
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Awesome Possum Van Works

10 sites · RVs, Tents34 acres · Graham, TX
Awesome Possum Van Works and Recreation is the original nomad DIY build center. Most of our guests come here to DIY build skoolies, vans, RV's, and trailers. Guests have access to a fully equipped shop with every tool to build with. We have hosted over 400 DIYers here who have built amazing nomad adventure vehicles. There is quiet camping away from the activity at the shop but the focus is on building here and we allow generators and power tools 24/7 because often our guests work through the night during the hot summer months. Our mission is to make the transition from sticks and bricks to life on the open road as easy and painless as possible for all DIYers of every skill level. Learn more about this land:Our home here is also home to Awesome Possum Van Works and Recreation. We are a DIY build location where people live on site and DIY build their vans, Skoolies, RV's, trailers, etc. We have bus and RV parking available and we have lots of boondocking space available for those who prefer primitive campsites either in a vehicle or tent camping.We are just now expanding out into general campsites and Hipcamp is our first effort at this. We are well establish, going on 3 years and we have drawn customers here from coast who have converted their vans and buses for great adventures.Our Hipcamp camping area is away from the busy shop and is very quiet and peaceful. No light pollution out here and star gazing at night is amazing. Our property is on the banks of the Brazos River just north of Possum Kingdom Lake and just south of Graham, TX. The fishing is usually excellent and we often see 20+ pound catfish and bass caught sitting on our riverbank. The channel is deep and wide and you may swim at your own risk and canoeing and kayaking are always an option. Trees are Live Oak, White Oak, Red Cedar, and Mesquite 20 to 30 ft tall, the ground is rocky and covered with flint and quartz and arrow heads are often found here as this was once reservation land. In the summer months we do have copperheads, rattlesnakes, scorpions, and tarantulas roaming around although we don't see them often. Guests should be aware of their surroundings at all times though. Winter time is when it's great to roam and explore as temps are mild and the critters are hibernating.Population here is sparse at approx 1 person per sq mile in our county and our place is very private and secure. Wildlife is abundant and there are several great short trails to hike on our property or adventure as far as you like in the river bottom which is public land. The town of Graham population 8k is 5 miles away and has all the daily required retail stores and fast food. And there are wonderful shops and local history to explore.
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  • SG's Mini ranch
  • Trail
  • SG's Mini ranch
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SG's Mini ranch

1 site · RV1 acre · Granbury, TX
2 minutes or so away from the Brazos river and cattle pastures! Great scenic route to cruise on the way to property. Located in oak trail shores community in Granbury this small lot is a perfect getaway with low phone service to get away from the fast pace city.Learn more about this land:Little 5000sqft lot secluded with trees around property on oaktrail shores community in Granbury Tx. 2 min drive or less to nearest boat ramp and dock. No utilities on property . Great place to stay if your visiting granbury and want to go fishing, or enjoy the Brazos river.
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  • Brazos RV Resort
  • Brazos RV Resort
  • Brazos RV Resort
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Brazos RV Resort

6 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Weatherford, TX
We have a 9-hole golf course, 18 holes if you ask one of the golfers. A bar, General Store and Grill all in Horseshoe Bend Country Club. Weatherford is the Cutting Horse Capital of the World. Enjoy our Sherriff Pose Rodeo, the Peach Festival. Downtown Weatherford is full of antique stores and once a month we have First Monday Trade Days. Texas Motor Speedway (NASCAR) is not far. We are a small park. The lots are very large at 100' X 50'. Our spaces are all covered, a blessing in the hot Texas summertime. We are across the street from the Brazos River. Campers do have river access. We offer shower and laundry facilities.
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LU OP setting up those tents!
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Possum Kingdom Campground

95 sites · RVs, Tents In Possum Kingdom State Park
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Top-rated campgrounds near Possum Kingdom State Park

  • The top story had a futon and beautiful natural lighting
  • Gypsy Moon Hideaway
  • The top story had a futon and beautiful natural lighting
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Gypsy Moon Hideaway

13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Weatherford, TX
Located at the end of the road. There is over 20 acres. Some cleared and some still in original woods. Trees, grass and deer everywhere. There is over a quarter mile of Brazos riverfront property although you cannot get to the river on all of it due to it being in its natural state. There is a beach at the main camp that provides easy in and out of the water. the water depth varies with the rainfall but is usually between 2-4 feet deep.
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  • Sandy Bottoms River Company
  • Sandy Bottoms River Company
  • Sandy Bottoms River Company
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Sandy Bottoms River Company

32 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents7 acres · Weatherford, TX
Learn more about this land: Sandy Bottoms River Company is a diamond in the rough offering primitive tent with river access, river bank tent camping, RV spots, RV rentals, cabins and a vacation home. Note, SBRC offers accommodations on several different properties within the general area. Address will be given prior to check in. $28 Primitive remote tent camp is a short walk across the street to a 3 level dock for access to the sandy Brazos River. River tent sites give you the option to upgrade and camp on the river with a 300' of sandy beach to play on. $50.00 for direct primitive river front tent camping. All of our spots are heavily shaded! Porta Potties, fire rings, picnic tables and water available at all campgrounds. If you are looking for an RV, cabins or vaca home to rent for your stay, message us for more details. Enjoy 123 miles of river connecting Possum Kingdom to Lake Granbury for tubing, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, wildlife watching, and the great outdoors. We also rent tubes, tents, kayaks, canoes, standup paddleboards, pedal boats, canopies, grills and fishing poles. BOOK today for tubing, kayaks and standup paddleboard! $5 BYOTT {bring your own tube and transportation} $20 per person for tube day pass, transportation and tubes included! If you are interested in golf we can make accommodations at our local course. Check us out at Sandy Bottoms River Company @ Facebook
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  • Lake Cisco Campground
  • Lake Cisco Campground
  • Lake Cisco Campground
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Lake Cisco Campground

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Cisco, TX
Located at an old WPA resort that had the World's largest Concrete Swimming Pool and old Zoo made in caves. There are 2 RV sites and multiple tent camping sites. There is a lot of history associated with the area. Elvis and Bob Wills stayed there when the rock cabins were called Lake Cisco Courts in the 1950s.
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  • One of the many picnic and camp sites within Inez Spring Riverfront Park.
  • Inez Spring Riverfront RV Resort
  • One of the many picnic and camp sites within Inez Spring Riverfront Park.
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Inez Spring Riverfront RV Resort

41 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Eastland, TX
* OUR 250,000 GALLON POOL OPENS 5/5/2023 * Owned by Sam & Dee Williams, Inez Spring Riverfront Park was originally envisioned and created as a family retreat. As the park began to take shape, the Williams' realized what a hidden gem it really is. The natural spring that feeds Joshua's pond was named after Sam's mother, Inez. The area around Eastland is rich with local history, including Captain Eastland and the black bean, Old Rip the horned toad, The Santa Clause bank robbery, Ringling Brothers' Circus, Bonnie & Clyde, etc. In addition the area is known to have had a significant prehistoric Native American population. In fact, Sam and Dee are curators of an impressive collection of artifacts found throughout the area. The park boasts 15 camp sites and a large number of picnic spots along the riverfront and near Joshua's Pond, for day use. The Williams Family carved out a trail system that takes hikers along the rim of rock outcrops, between the gaps of huge rock slabs, along the banks of the Leon River and through a heavy shaded canopy of red oak, pecan and cedar elm. There's even a small cave for the adventurous spelunker. Kayaking is popular on the river and kayaks can be rented on the property. Admission provides a full day of fishing, hiking, swimming, boating, picnicking, bicycling, etc. Guests can even stay overnight on primitive campsites, for an additional fee.
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  • Creekside Brazos Rock Camp & Kayak
  • All 4 spots have full hook-ups, table, firepit, and patio, with access to bathhouse, creek, and river!
  • Creekside Brazos Rock Camp & Kayak
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Creekside Brazos Rock Camp & Kayak

17 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Millsap, TX
Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. A cozy, private, 4+ acre camp, half a mile down a gravel/dirt road, set up on a creek across from the river. Off the beaten path, but just about 10 miles off I20. Gated entry with camera, bathhouse- all with private access to creek and river. RV spots also available with full hook ups, fire pit and picnic tables. Also 1 fully furnished camper for rent and tent spots. We are almost never full and have plenty of space. Kayak rental and tube/shuttle available for additional fee. You could even rent the whole campground! $10 pet fee (per pet per night), must be added as an Extra and under 20lbs. All guests must sign online liability waiver before arrival.
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  • HighView at The Brazos River
  • HighView at The Brazos River
  • HighView at The Brazos River
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HighView at The Brazos River

7 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Millsap, TX
At High View at The Brazos River, you'll enjoy all the amazing things our 50 acre land has to offer. A small trail around the property to walk around. Outdoor grills available. Brazos River runs through the property and includes a great place to go tubing by. Please be aware of any insects, bugs, snakes, etc.
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  • View of camp as the sun was setting.
  • Big, sturdy, clean picnic table is big enough to spread out.
  • View of camp as the sun was setting.
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Lake Godstone™ Lodging and Camping

24 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents188 acres · Jacksboro, TX
Connecting Families with Nature and located near Graford, Texas and Possum Kingdom Lake, our 188 acre ranch is a wildlife retreat featuring a 40 foot deep lake called Lake Godstone™ and two fishing ponds. The property features a lodge available for rent that houses 35 people, cabins, group campgrounds, tent-sites, a sports complex with basketball, soccer, volleyball and baseball practice fields, four miles of biking trails, and elevated wildlife viewing stations. There are 4 miles of dirt and rock hike and bike (non-motorized) trails and five partially covered docks with moorings and swim ladder on Lake Godstone. We rent UTV's, golf carts, pedal boats, canoes, kayaks and a row boat to help our guests enjoy the lake and the forested lake and upper wooded meadow. Our specialty is serving families and church groups. The entire campus can be rented for large groups up to 100 people. Wildlife is abundant and the spring and summer flowers are beautiful. Come and enjoy the best fire pits anywhere..... and the peace and quiet is pretty awesome a well. An Experience, not a Destination! Wifi is campus-wide and is provided at no charge.
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  • Myers Corner on the Brazos River
  • Myers Corner on the Brazos River
  • Myers Corner on the Brazos River
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Myers Corner on the Brazos River

3 sites · Lodging18 acres · Weatherford, TX
RV spots on 18.5 acres allows plenty of room for tent campers! Our campers may enjoy a 2 day pass to our semi-private golf course and clubhouse. Go river tubing, fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, wildlife watching, and more! (access to the Brazos River is located at our private boat ramp) Come see the breathtaking views on the Brazos River!
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  • Little Off Ranch backyard. Little Off Lake House is across lake to right
  • Little Off Lake House
  • Little Off Ranch backyard. Little Off Lake House is across lake to right
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Little Off Lake House

1 site · Lodging45 acres · Stephenville, TX
Enjoy a country getaway on private 8 acre lake on 45 acres. A perfect escape from the city with gorgeous sunset views, Texas wildlife and a relaxing comfortable lake house with many amenities. Lake is full of Blue gill, bass, crappie, catfish. Since it's private lake there is no need for fishing license. Guest are welcome to explore most of acreage, pet donkeys, watch wildlife. We have fishing poles, Jon boats, motorized barge available for rent. If needed guests can pitch tents. There is fire pit, gas grill, diving board (when lake is full, as of May water is to low to dive). No food is provided you must bring your own, don't forget your coffee, there is a coffee pot but not coffee. Site is 10 minutes from Stephenville, 3 miles from County Store in Huckabay. Linens, towels provided. Board games, Wii, ping-pong table, outdoor games, trampoline on site. Land owners located across lake and may be on lake or available as needed. GPS should get you here. You will go past Little Off Ranch house, follow road to lake house. Keys will be left out on porch on arrival day. No Wi-Fi or television service at this time. TV is available to use for Wii or DVD/VHS. Large collection of movies available. Pets are welcome as long as they don’t damage home, chase cows, kill chickens or are dangerous to others. There is an extra fee for pets. If children are in, on or near water they should have life jackets on. There are various life jackets and floats available. Use best judgment, safety measures and laws required in TX. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS. Fishing Guidelines per visit: Bass 10”-14” keep, limit 10, Crappie limit 10, Catfish are catch and release for now, Bluegill (I call them perch) limit 10. NO SMOKING IN HOUSE PLEASE
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  • Riverside at BRCK
  • Riverside at BRCK
  • Riverside at BRCK
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Riverside at BRCK

9 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Millsap, TX
Enjoy the sounds of nature when you stay in this unique place. A cozy, private, camp, half a mile down a gravel/dirt road, set up on the Brazos River across from Rock Creek. Off the beaten path, but just about 10 miles off I20. RV spot and tent sites available at Riverside. Also 1 fully furnished camper for rent, and additional RV/tents spots, across the street at Creekside. We are almost never full and have plenty of space. Kayak rental and tube/shuttle available for additional fee. You could even rent the whole campground! Brazos Rock Camp Kayak web-site has more info. *electric access at the pole on the back left of the property, and water/dump station and Bathhouse is across the field at Creekside. Pets must be preapproved and entered as guests for occupancy purposes. Please see rules in photos.
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  • Palo Pinto Creek Retreat
  • Palo Pinto Creek Retreat
  • Palo Pinto Creek Retreat
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Palo Pinto Creek Retreat

2 sites · RVs, Tents8 acres · Santo, TX
***Recent improvements allow for easier access to the water. 🏕 Primitive camping... 🚐RV's and ⛺️ tents welcome. 🔥fire pits, picnic table, outhouse toilet. Unimproved creek area (Palo Pinto Creek) with wildlife and🎣 fishing or 🛶kayak to the Brazos in no time. Very good place to enjoy nature. You can enjoy the outdoors away from the city. 1 free firewood bundle with booking. Additional firewood can be purchased or gather fallen wood around site for free.
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  • Hanging out around the campfire
  • Conestoga wagon back exterior with zipper window and screen
  • Hanging out around the campfire
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Cross Timbers Glamping Company

6 sites · Lodging14 acres · Mineral Wells, TX
Learn more about this land:Luxury glamping experience in a Yurt. This amazing yurt (giant wood-framed circular tent) is nestled between live oaks up on an elevated deck overlooking a beautiful valley below. The interior has a comfy queen bed looking up and out the dome window, full bathroom with large shower, coffee bar, and yes Wi-Fi internet in case you must connect.
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The best camping near Possum Kingdom State Park guide

Overview

About

This popular state park just an hour west of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area centers on the clear, blue waters of Possum Kingdom Lake, with its 300 miles of shoreline. While the on-land activity menu includes hiking, biking, picnicking, and geocaching, the real appeal is the water. Fish for largemouth, striped, or white bass from a boat or fishing pier, or beat the Texas heat with some swimming or water skiing. Scuba divers will find one of the state’s oldest inland diving destinations—a popular spot for scavenging items dropped in the water.  

Notable campgrounds

  • Best for fishing: The Spanish Oaks Campground has a fishing pier and fish cleaning station.
  • Best for boating: You’ll find the park’s boat ramp near the Lakeview Camping Area.
  • Best for families: The Chaparral Trail Camping Area has a playground and lake access, perfect for families with kids.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve any of the 29 electricity sites, 53 campsites with water, or 10 primitive, walk-in campsites on the Texas State Parks website. 
  2. You can book sites up to five months in advance. Book early for weekend trips, especially during summer.

When to go

Possum Kingdom State Park is a popular spot to cool off during the hot Texas summers, particularly on weekends between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Come in the fall or spring months to take advantage of cooler temperatures for hiking and biking. Many campsites close during the winter months.

Know before you go

  • Public consumption of alcohol is not permitted anywhere within the state park.
  • Swimming is permitted in designated swimming areas along the lakeshore, but there are no lifeguards on duty.
  • Park amenities include showers and restrooms, marina boat slips, a gas pump, and a shop with groceries, live bait, and kayak and canoe rentals.
  • Campsites are pet-friendly, but pets need to be kept on a leash at all times.

Top parks near Possum Kingdom State Park

Inks Lake State Park
Colorado Bend State Park
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Turner Falls Park
Lost Maples State Natural Area
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Pedernales Falls State Park

Top cities near Possum Kingdom State Park

Fort Worth
Dallas
Waxahachie
Waco
Houston
San Antonio
Oklahoma City
Austin

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