Part of the Texas Historical Commission's Fort Griffin State Historic Site, this established campground sits along the Brazos River where visitors can walk through remnants of the 1867 frontier fort. The site preserves the history of buffalo soldiers, cattle drives, and frontier figures like Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. Campers have access to both hookup and primitive sites within the protected area.
Reviews consistently highlight the campground's quiet atmosphere and dark skies. "Wonderful place to see the stars at night," notes Brad V., who also mentions clean bathroom facilities. The Brazos River provides a natural backdrop, and multiple visitors return specifically for the peaceful setting away from urban noise.
The campground operates under a reservation system and welcomes pets. Historical interpretation trails wind through the fort ruins and down to the river. Campers can explore the visitor center exhibits detailing the area's role in Texas frontier history. The site sits roughly three hours from Dallas, making it accessible for weekend trips.
For those wanting additional amenities, nearby options include campgrounds near Albany about 14 miles south, including ALBANY INN & RV CAMPGROUND for full-service RV camping.
Description
Fort Griffin offers overnight camping at 33 campsites on nearly five acres.
All sites include a fire ring, outdoor grill, and picnic table on a concrete pad. Seven sites have full RV hookups with sewer, 19 sites have RV water and electric hookups, and seven sites are designated tent camping with water only. The shelters are completely enclosed with air conditioning and heat, overhead lighting and electricity, and outside water faucet (no furnishings included).
The campground area also has two men’s and women’s restrooms with shower facilities, a playground, sand volleyball court, horseshoe pit, basketball court, and river access at sites 13 and 20.
To reserve a campsite, call 325-762-3592 or email us. Please note that reservations for the campground fill up fast during the summer months.
RV Road Trip Guides
Location
Public CampgroundFort Griffin State Historic Site Campgrounds is located in Texas
Directions
From jct US 180 & US 283: Go 15 mi N on US 283. Entrance fee required.
Address
1701 North US Highway 283
Albany, TX 76430
Coordinates
32.92413261 N
99.22575128 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 44 min from Abilene, TX
- 1 hr 26 min from Wichita Falls, TX
- 2 hrs 11 min from San Angelo, TX
- 2 hrs 14 min from Lawton, OK
