Erin R.
Guide
GuideDouble Lake NF Campground
Cool Spot
Great RV campsite #36. Pull thru and has great privacy. Walking trail around like is near. Not to many fire ant poles. Near by groceries store and town playground close by.
Best Equestrian Camping near Ace, TX
Sam Houston National Forest provides equestrian opportunities near Ace, Texas, though none of the campgrounds feature dedicated horse corrals. Double Lake NF Campground offers camping options for tent, RV, and cabin campers with sites accessible through drive-in, boat-in, hike-in, and walk-in methods. The campground supplies drinking water, electric hookups, and picnic tables for visitors. While horses are permitted in the forest, riders must bring their own portable corrals or use highlines for securing horses overnight. The campground maintains well-thought-out, spacious sites with fire rings and lantern posts.
Trails throughout Sam Houston National Forest connect to multiple camping areas, allowing day rides from established campgrounds. The forest permits horses on designated multi-use trails, with riders responsible for managing feed and water for their animals. Village Creek State Park Campground offers additional camping options with electric hookups, though riders must verify current trail conditions as some areas experience periodic closures due to weather or maintenance. Most equestrian visitors bring portable panels for overnight horse containment. Trail riders should check current forest service notices before travel, as seasonal hunting activities may temporarily restrict access to certain trail segments.
Best Equestrian Sites Near Ace, Texas (9)
1. Double Lake NF Campground
7 ReviewsColdspring, TX18 milesWebsite+1 (936) 344-6205"Walking trail around like is near. Not to many fire ant poles. Near by groceries store and town playground close by."
"Deep in the woods and on a nice shallow lake. Fantastic for walks around the lake, playing in the park, and fun trails. Camp grounds are spacious and we'll thought out."
2. Huntsville State Park Campground
70 ReviewsHuntsville, TX42 milesWebsite+1 (936) 295-5644$15 - $60 / night
"Located on the west edge of the east Texas piney woods, this state park features excellent RV and tent camping facilities, and a beautiful network of heavily forested trails."
"The sites are spacious as in most Texas state parks, and there are many shaded sites. The waterfront sites are tiered. The upper tier is where you park your rig. "
3. The Preserve RV Resort
1 ReviewCleveland, TX17 milesWebsite+1 (281) 592-9168"Have 3 little boys who enjoy fishing and they have plenty of creeks and ponds near campsites; it isn’t the most luxurious parks but if your looking for a state park feel this place is a home run!"
4. New Adventure RV Park
Be the first to review!Coldspring, TX16 milesWebsite+1 (936) 239-4517$39 / night
5. Village Creek State Park Campground
21 ReviewsLumberton, TX43 milesWebsite+1 (409) 755-7322$10 - $30 / night
"Once you get off the interstate there is construction going on, there was an exit sign that was not an exit at all. I was very lucky that I did not crash!"
"We stopped here for one night traveling from Florida to Texas. Small but nice park. Stayed in site # 22. Sites are long and narrow but plenty of shade. Park has some trails and creek area."
6. Whites County Park Campground
6 ReviewsAnahuac, TX49 miles+1 (409) 267-2718"Nice free camp, we found a spot to drive back a little bit so we could set up camp tucked away."
"I got the camping permit just by calling the phone number at the entrance, they provide me an email to sent my driver license and car type. That’s it, they sent me back the permit."
7. Sexton Pond Dispersed
3 ReviewsZavalla, TX49 milesWebsite+1 (936) 897-1068"If looking to be near a campground but still out on your own then this is the place."
"Several pull off sites right off the lake. No amenities. One large group camping on the other side of the lake playing their music loud. Good internet reception ship."
8. SAM HOUSTON (Houston/Conroe/Huntsville Area)
2 ReviewsNew Waverly, TX42 miles"Campgrounds have a variety of amenities to choose from, including screened shelters, which are great if you get caught in a Texas sized downpour or if the mosquitoes are particularly aggressive, a pond"
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David L.
TravelerHuntsville State Park Campground
A Little Bit of Pine Forest Heaven
Located on the west edge of the east Texas piney woods, this state park features excellent RV and tent camping facilities, and a beautiful network of heavily forested trails. The lake offers canoeing, kayaking, swimming and fishing, and affords visitors an occasional glimpse of alligators. We love this place.
Nancy K.GuideVillage Creek State Park Campground
Lots to Do
Getting to the park can be difficult if you are arriving after the sun goes down. Once you get off the interstate there is construction going on, there was an exit sign that was not an exit at all. I was very lucky that I did not crash! Texas State Parks charge an entrance fee even when you are camping. However, the do offer several Park Passes that are FREE or a small charge for Seniors, Disabled persons, Veterans and Gold Star Family members. I now have a lifetime pass as a Disabled Veteran and they refunded the entrance fee that I paid when I made the reservation.
The campground is not big but all sites have water and electric with a dump station. Some of the sites are elevated so if you are tent camping you have to haul up your stuff. The site I had needed more that the 50' electric cord that I usually use. Luckly I had another cord so I could get electric to tent. Had to use bungee cords and duck tape to stake the tent cement under the gravel again. The bathhouse is clean and has hot showers. There are alot of water activities nice hiking trails.
Debbie J.
LegendHuntsville State Park Campground
Good Weekend Getaway Close to Houston
I like Huntsville State Park campground for a long weekend getaway. It is about an hour north of Houston not far off Interstate 45, so very easily accessible. They have a large campground section which is only campsites, and also another section on the other side of a cove that is more of a recreational section which has a swimming beach, cabins, screened shelters, etc. This state park gets very crowded in the summertime, with campers as well as lots of day use folks enjoying the water. It is hard to get a campsite reservation, so plan ahead!
The sites are spacious as in most Texas state parks, and there are many shaded sites. The waterfront sites are tiered. The upper tier is where you park your rig. Then there is a retaining wall and steps to walk down to the lower tier where the picnic table, fire ring, lantern post, etc.. are located. We really didn't ever go down to the lower part of our site because it was inconvenient. It was a good place to walk the dogs though. The campground does slope slightly and the sites are not all real level, so be sure to bring your "legos" if you don't have a leveling system on your rig. The grounds did not seem to be as well maintained as some other state parks I've been to. We couldn't use the picnic table because it was surrounded by tall weeds and had a lot of spider webs under it. Bath house was not well maintained and kind of dingy. It was also not ventilated well and felt like a sauna as it was so humid in July.
There is a nice fishing pier and several places to fish off the bank. A ranger told me there are alligators in the lake, so be careful.
Ron V.GuideHuntsville State Park Campground
The Solitude of Huntsville State Park
I was totally surprised at the beauty of this park. I stayed in a screened shelter site with a view of the lake. The weather was cold, but I came prepared and setup my tent in the shelter. The park has many trails and view points. The staff at check-in were extremely helpful and you could tell they love their job. Ended up purchasing a Texas Parks Pass because I am quickly learning that Texas has some of the best camping in the country.
- Deborah C.
RangerHuntsville State Park Campground
Huntsville Texas tent camping March, 2018
We took our family here on a Texas state park camping trip. The park rangers explain basics of camping. It was a great experience for our family. The park is very family friendly and tent friendly. It is on a lake that has fishing, kayaking and paddle boats. The facilities were nice and clean.
Rachel G.LegendVillage Creek State Park Campground
Good stopover
We stopped here for one night traveling from Florida to Texas. Small but nice park. Stayed in site # 22. Sites are long and narrow but plenty of shade. Park has some trails and creek area. Bathrooms were excellent!!! Park was not busy at all. Great for stopover as it's not far from I-10.
Jim P.RangerHuntsville State Park Campground
Nice weekend getaway
Lots of sites, but still need to make reservations way in advance, suppose due to its proximity to Houston. Very well kept park with clean facilities, and partial as well as full hookups. Close to Huntsville, so if you are needing supplies or just want to go into town and not cook you are golden. Small lake with paddle boats and good fishing. Fairly flat terrain and trails are well maintained, but not terribly scenic.
- Bradley H.Ranger
Village Creek State Park Campground
Park is back to completely open
Hurricane Harvey flooded most of the park in 2017 but now it is completely open. The park is very nice. It is very typical of Texas parks.... awesome!!
Guide to Ace
Sam Houston National Forest offers diverse camping options for equestrians near Ace, Texas. Located in east Texas at elevations ranging from 200-300 feet, the area contains longleaf pine forests interspersed with creeks and small lakes. Summers are hot and humid with temperatures often exceeding 90°F, while winter nights can drop below freezing.
What to do
Fishing at small ponds: Sexton Pond Dispersed camping area provides free primitive camping with good fishing opportunities. "I got lucky enough had the place to myself for almost 2 weeks, give or take the few groups that tried to tough the biting fish. I will share a tip. They seem to sit dormant at 10pm and 3am for a hour each. No biting," notes one camper.
Hiking forest trails: White Memorial Park Campground offers convenient access to wooded trails. One visitor shares, "Pretty big place with lots of trees. It's a large open area, but it's usually not busy in the wintertime. Nice place to go fishing there's a small doc."
Canoeing and kayaking: Double Lake NF Campground provides water access for small watercraft. "Deep in the woods and on a nice shallow lake. Fantastic for walks around the lake, playing in the park, and fun trails," reports a regular visitor.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the space at many horse campgrounds near Ace. "Campground not full. Very quiet, sites not on top of each other (some more private than others), gravel pads for rv, tent, table, lantern post and campfire ring," mentions one camper at Double Lake NF Campground.
Easy permit process: Whites County Park Campground requires permits but makes them simple to obtain. "I got the camping permit just by calling the phone number at the entrance, they provide me an email to sent my driver license and car type. That's it, they sent me back the permit. Everything is free."
Shaded camping areas: The dense forest provides natural cooling during hot Texas summers. "I love all the trees although it's not great if you're trying to charge up your solar panel. There is a small neighborhood nearby so you will hear kids playing. Otherwise it's very peaceful," reports a visitor.
What you should know
Weather considerations: The East Texas climate affects trail and camping conditions. According to one camper at Village Creek State Park Campground, "Hurricane Harvey flooded most of the park in 2017 but now it is completely open. The park is very nice. It is very typical of Texas parks.... awesome!!"
Access road quality: Some dispersed camping areas require navigating unpaved roads. "Down a hard packed gravel road. A few potholes but nothing major. Nice spot in the trees. There are a few fire pits spread out. We were the only ones here," notes a visitor to Sexton Pond.
Limited services: Most primitive equestrian camping areas lack full amenities. "It was dry camping so I already came prepared. You do need a permit for 3 day stay limit. You can obtain one by going on the website and calling and talk to Brandy she will email you one," explains a camper at Whites County Park.
Tips for camping with families
Swimming options: The Preserve RV Resort offers family-friendly water activities. "We have enjoyed our stay at the preserve! Have 3 little boys who enjoy fishing and they have plenty of creeks and ponds near campsites; it isn't the most luxurious parks but if your looking for a state park feel this place is a home run!"
Insect preparation: Mosquitoes can be abundant in wooded horse camping areas. "Nice place for overnighting. Or camp for the 3 day limit. Nice clean park. Sites have concrete picnic tables. But bring a fly swatter for the mosquitoes. A couple got into my home on wheels and when I killed them they left a big bloodstain."
Educational opportunities: Several parks offer nature programs for children. "Stayed here the weekend before Halloween, most all of the park was still closed from flooding earlier in the year. The nature center was open and we made seed balls to distribute throughout the garden area. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable."
Tips from RVers
Site selection for larger rigs: SAM HOUSTON (Houston/Conroe/Huntsville Area) provides various campsite options. "Campgrounds have a variety of amenities to choose from, including screened shelters, which are great if you get caught in a Texas sized downpour or if the mosquitoes are particularly aggressive."
Shower facilities: Campground bathhouses vary in quality and availability. "For those who have showered in an RV, let me say that the high pressure, hot shower is great. Nicely maintained public facilities were great. Level campsites (some look a tad shorter than most) Friendly staff."
Cell coverage: Service can be spotty in forested areas. "Our first stop in the maiden voyage of our travel trailer and this park was good and kind to us. Beautiful, level pull-thru sites with plenty of space from others, shade and sun and within walking distance to bathhouse and swim beach. Mosquitoes abound and there is no cell signal or wi-fi."
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