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Best Tent Sites Near Albany, TX (2)
2. Millers Creek Reservoir
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Recent Tent Reviews In Albany
92 Reviews of 2 Albany Campgrounds
Matt S.
Guide
Lake Stamford Marina
Not worth the price
Their website says $35 a night, but it was actually $70 per night, plus $20 to use "dump station".
Site is just a picnic table you park next to. Electricity on end and water on the other, not together. My hose barley reached. The electric box was super janky, no breaker, and had exposed wires. I was nervous about plugging in my trailer. The water faucet had no handle. I had to use a pair of plyers to turn the valve to get water on.
The "dump station" is not your normal PVC pipe sticking up from the ground. Its a large cement dome, with a cut out door on top. The sewage was about 3 inches from the top, and when I opened the door, I immediately shut it, it was so degusting.
The only good thing about this site was it was near the water. No where near worth the $90 I spent.
There is a much, nice and cheaper campsite on the other side of the lake. Dont waste your money here.
- MMark P.
Traveler
SeaBee Park
Good for a layover
There are a limited number of sites, about three. When I arrived, there were none available, but someone cruised through and wanted to chat with me, by the time he finished a site opened up. This was actually my first municipal park stay, so I was a bit nervous and eventually decided to move on. But the park is as described and it is on an attractive lake. In the end, it's just a place to park for a night unless your have something to do. Main downside is that you may or may not get a place to park.
- SSamuel W.Traveler
SeaBee Park
Good easy spot
Bathrooms available and plenty of space. There were some bugs though
Kylee K.Traveler
Abilene State Park
Gorgeous Campground
Nice wooded area, sites are spaced well, clean bathrooms, very family friendly, full of wildlife, gorgeous sunsets and starry night
Mark D.GuideAbilene State Park
OH HOW WE LIKE STATE PARKS
Due to our travels, only stayed here for one night to break up our drive. Now wish we had stayed longer. Nice large wooded sites. Drove down to lake Abilene but wasn't much of a lake as they hadn't had rain in a while. Said one good rain would fill her up. Look forward to staying here again for an extended amount of time.
- DDarleneGuide
Possum Kingdom Lake BRA - Bug Beach: BRA Area #5
5 Public Use Camping Areas for free
Tent camping areas in all 5 with shelters, grill, and picnic tables, many waterside. Public Area 4 and 6 have RV pads (which they do charge $10 to use in the Summer) with shelters, grill, and picnic tables, and many are waterside. Public Area 5 has grass pull thru RV parking. All 5 have bathroom facilities with running water and flush toilets. We parked at #5, also known as Bug Beach and we had the place to ourselves, with the exception of a herd of deer late afternoon. Beautiful scenery and exceptionally clean campground facilities.
- BBob W.Traveler
Hubbard Creek Public Recreation area
Hubbard Creek Reservoir
Stayed her for three weeks. It really is a nice spot for being free, but because the locals don't pick up their trash, it may not be available because of it. There is new manager taking over, and according to the one worker I talked with, I am not sure how much longer this will be available for us nomads.
Rachel S.
RangerSeaBee Park
Great free spot
We had a great experience at this free site - there are 4 designated camp sites each with a little pullout, fire ring, covered picnic table, and large gravel parking area (probably room for 4+ cars on each). Overall very quiet with a few people driving by and a bit of a hike to the bathroom from the camping area, but it did have running water so can’t complain.
- JJeffrey Z.Guide
Possum Kingdom State Park
Nice state park
Beautiful park with great trails and stunning views of the lake. Lots of trees and grassy areas. Bathrooms are clean but older for sure. Site was in the smaller side for RVs and not the most level.
- CClaudia H.Traveler
Hubbard Creek Public Recreation area
Hubbard Creek Reservoir
This place was a pleasant surprise. Not a soul here at 5pm. Shade spots, or on grass. Picnic tables and trash bins, swimming area and a boat launch. Bit of washboard on the road, but nothing drastic. Probably busy in summer but a great stop for us in late January.
Robert G.GuideAbilene State Park
Howling at the moon
When the full moon rises, the coyotes can't hold back their excitement!
- JJohn R.
LegendAbilene State Park
Wildlife haven.
Large spacious spots with lots of privacy. Deer and birds are all around.
- JJaclyn J.
ScoutDakota Lone Star RV Park
Dakota Lane
Love being here. Out of the city, quite and the owners go out of their way to make sure your time at their place is comfortable & safe. The only reason why I gave a 4 ⭐️ is doesn’t have all the amenities you may want, but does have a laundry room.
- SSkip S.Scout
Millers Creek Reservoir
Quiet
A nice quiet out-of-the-way kinda place. Just what I needed for a quick nights rest.
Duncan G.LegendAbilene State Park
Hard to Find an Activity Not Avaiable
If at first you don’t find something you like– keep driving! You’ll find it! This place is Texas big with more recreational activities than I have ever seen, and I have been on the road for quite a while. The only thing I didn’t see was a bocce court! There are multiple camping opportunities so take your pick. The Wagon Circle was a trip-- 17 sites with water and electric in a circle around the facilities, see the photos. There are two pools– a kiddy pool and a full size(25 yards) lap pool. The pool area is in great shape, but many of the other activity areas are a bit dated. I was relying on my Verizon hotspot because of issues with Starlink and the signal was not great. I ended up dry camping in a picnic area because it was the only place I could get two bars LTE.
Lonnie B.GuideSeaBee Park
Large camping areas!
There are several sites here. Most of the campgrounds look fairly well taken care of. I'm new to this dispersed camping, so I don't have a lot to compare it to.
I'd stay here again. Large campsites, flat area for tents. I only took one star off because I don't feel the view is all that great. At least from the mountain to one last night in New Mexico! And because it's obvious people come here to party. I'm here on a Monday. I suspect the weekend is different.
- LeRoy Gloria R.Traveler
SeaBee Park
Rv ready
Nice spot to stay at for sure
- JJulie T.Guide
Abilene State Park
Great park, would like to return
Abilene is a great state park with lots of space between campsites. We reserved #83 which was listed as a 25' site. We have a Class B with a very low clearance and could not make it up the steep incline to the pad without damage. Park official drove by while we were figuring out what to do and had us move to site 84. Still had an incline but we were able to get onto the pad by using some of our leveling blocks to raise the front end when backing onto the pad. Once on the pad, it was completely level. Used the blocks on departure as well.
Izzy T.RangerSeaBee Park
Sufficient Site
Not a vacation getaway, but decent play to park overnight. Arrived on a Monday afternoon. We took one of the sites and not long after we arrived many RVs, Vans, and gypsy travelers showed up and set up around the park. Thankful for a quiet night here.
- BBryan W.Traveler
Abilene KOA
Small site, site very uneven, can hear noise from highway
Small site, site very uneven, can hear noise from highway. Front desk staff very nice, (so were the neighbors). OK for overnight stay
Ethan M.ScoutAbilene KOA
Bright lights
The tent sites are next to the motel that Is next to the koa. The lights from the motel are super bright and light up the site. You will also be right next to the highway and be able to hear it all night. Bring ear plugs!!!
- DDante B.Traveler
Abilene RV Park
Great overnight stop
I was running a little bit behind and had to stop for Def So it made us show up after hours. Easy to find right off the interstate and they left a envelope at the front door with directions easy Peezy
Ashley F.Legend
Flying Cow Ranch
Immersive Ranch Experience
Ashley here with The Dyrt, extending a warm welcome to Lisa, your host! Participate on the ranch or just hang out and view the wildlife. Schedule a private yoga or Reiki session with Lisa on their website! Book your stay today and come back here to leave them some love.
Rick G.GuideAbilene State Park
Nice wooded campground with decent views of the stars
The Cedar Grove tent camp area was well wooded with sites that were decently spaced. The sites had a fire ring/grill with a lantern post. There was water spigot close to my site. The restrooms were clean and the showers hot but the heater shower was slow to heat up. Decent views of the stars at night
- DDaveTraveler
Abilene KOA
Another PERFECT stopping point
Tidy, warm facilities, nice amenities.
JPMC A.GuideSeaBee Park
A foggy day
Campground is nice enough. Lots of highway noise, but easy to find. All spots were taken, but we got lucky when someone left.
Drive past the bathrooms and the entrances to the sites are on the left.
A little trashy along the water, which was low. And the fog lessened the visibility. I’d say it’s nice enough to stop on a road trip or to relax for a day or two.
K K.ScoutAbilene State Park
Cedar Grove Camping comfortable yet wild
I was the only camper in the Cedar Grove area (mid-October). I saw deer around the campsite and heard coyotes nearby. Got 1 bar with T-mobile very spotty at my site. Took a hot shower and enjoyed some quite breathtaking views all around the park.
Guide to Albany
Camping near Albany, TX, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful getaway or an adventure-filled trip, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
What to do:
- Hiking and exploring: Many campgrounds have trails that let you enjoy the great outdoors. At Fort Griffin State Historic Site Campgrounds, one visitor said, “Wonderful place to see the stars at night,” highlighting the beauty of the area.
- Fishing and swimming: If you enjoy water activities, check out Lake Brownwood State Park Campground. A camper mentioned, “The lake has a nice grassy shaded swimming area,” making it perfect for a hot day.
- Wildlife watching: Campgrounds like Abilene State Park Campground are known for their wildlife. One reviewer noted, “Deer and birds are all around,” which is great for nature lovers.
What campers like:
- Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at Lake Brownwood State Park Campground said, “Rest room, shower is very clean,” which is always a plus.
- Spacious sites: Many campgrounds offer large, private spots. A review for Possum Kingdom State Park Campground mentioned, “Large spacious spots with lots of privacy,” making it a great choice for families.
- Friendly staff: Good customer service can make a trip more enjoyable. At Whistlestop RV Resort, a camper shared, “The staff were very friendly and helpful,” which adds to the overall experience.
What you should know:
- Noise levels: Some campgrounds can be noisy due to nearby highways or activities. A camper at Abilene KOA warned, “You can hear noise from the highway,” so be prepared if you’re sensitive to sound.
- Limited amenities: Not all campgrounds have the same facilities. For example, Fort Griffin State Historic Site Campgrounds has no showers or toilets, which some campers might find inconvenient.
- Wildlife encounters: While wildlife is a highlight, it can also be a concern. A visitor at Possum Kingdom State Park Campground noted, “We were woken up by loud boats trolling the shore,” so be aware of your surroundings.
Tips for camping with families:
- Choose family-friendly campgrounds: Look for places with activities for kids. Abilene State Park Campground is described as “very family friendly,” making it a great option.
- Plan for meals: Some campgrounds have limited food options nearby. A camper at Lake Brownwood State Park Campground mentioned, “The closest store with firewood was 30min away,” so pack snacks and meals.
- Bring outdoor games: Having games can keep kids entertained. One reviewer at Whistlestop RV Resort appreciated the “covered area with corn hole and other games,” which is perfect for family fun.
Tips from RVers:
- Check site sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A camper at Tye RV Park noted, “Very nice spots,” but it’s always good to confirm before booking.
- Look for amenities: Facilities like laundry and showers can make your stay more comfortable. A visitor at Tye RV Park mentioned, “Awesome laundry facility,” which is a nice perk.
- Be prepared for noise: If you’re near highways or airports, expect some noise. A camper at Tye RV Park said, “There is also a train that blows its horn,” so consider bringing earplugs.
Camping near Albany, TX, has something for everyone, from families to solo adventurers. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular tent campsite near Albany, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Albany, TX is Lake Daniel City Park with a 0-star rating from 0 reviews.