Best Campgrounds near Aledo, TX

The western edge of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex includes Aledo, Texas, where camping options range from full-service RV parks to more rustic experiences. Cowtown RV Park, located directly in Aledo, provides concrete pads with full hookups and amenities like a pool and dog parks. Within a 30-minute drive, Holiday Park Campground near Fort Worth offers both RV sites with water and electric hookups and tent camping along the lakeshore. More developed options include Benbrook Lake's Mustang Park Bear Creek Campground, managed by the Army Corps of Engineers, which operates seasonally from April through September. For those seeking a more immersive outdoor experience, Dinosaur Valley State Park in Glen Rose (about 45 minutes southwest) features year-round camping with both developed sites and primitive hike-in options.

Reservations are essential at most established campgrounds in the area, particularly during spring and fall when mild temperatures attract the most visitors. As one camper noted about Cowtown RV Park: "We were welcomed at the office and check-in was quick and painless. They even called ahead to check on us and our arrival time." Summer heat can be intense, with temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F from June through August, making shade a premium commodity. A reviewer of Holiday Park observed: "Sites are all a good size and not too close to neighbors. Nature/horse trails line the park, and it's fairly quiet." Occasional severe weather, including thunderstorms and potential flooding, can affect camping conditions, particularly at lakeside locations where water levels may fluctuate significantly.

Lakeside camping represents a significant draw in this region of North Texas. Many campgrounds feature water access for fishing, kayaking, and swimming during warmer months. Shade availability varies considerably between locations, with some offering mature tree cover while others provide minimal protection from the sun. Cell service is generally reliable throughout the area, though signal strength may vary at more remote sites. Proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex means most campgrounds balance natural settings with convenient access to urban amenities. As one visitor to Camp 10626 RV Park noted: "Close to shopping, restaurants, lakes, etc. Environment is laid back and quiet though right on the highway so quick access to metro area." Wildlife sightings, including various bird species and occasional larger mammals, add to the camping experience despite the relatively developed surroundings.

Best Camping Sites Near Aledo, Texas (175)

    1. Holiday Park Campground

    11 Reviews
    Benbrook, TX
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 292-2400

    $14 - $40 / night

    "I chose this campground for its proximity to Fort Worth, and the lake. Just far enough off the highway to diminish all noise, surrounded by hiking trails, is the well maintained Holiday Park."

    "Cabins looked fine from the outside.

    Holiday Park, Fort Worth, TX (Scale 1- bad, 5-Very good

    (71 yr olds in 17’ trailer.)"

    2. Cowtown RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Aledo, TX
    2 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 441-7878

    "We are from out of state and we’re visiting family in the Aledo area. We were welcomed at the office and check in was quick and painless."

    "Clean spacious sides, just off the highway but not to close. We spend one night on our way west."

    3. COE Benbrook Lake Mustang Park Bear Creek Campground

    3 Reviews
    Benbrook, TX
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 292-2400

    $26 - $125 / night

    "It was 111° the long weekend we stayed here but we found a spot with some trees by the lake and had electricity hook ups so it was actually quite nice. Almost had the entire place to ourselves."

    "It is very good for camping and kayaking around the area. It is very good for fishing as well and the campsites seem nice and clean."

    4. Weatherford-Fort Worth West KOA

    4 Reviews
    Weatherford, TX
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 594-8801

    "Close to shopping. Full hook ups with trees galore. Quiet. Large coach accommodations with multiple pull thru sites. Large roadways allow easy access to the sites."

    5. Hooves N Wheels RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Weatherford, TX
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 599-4686

    $45 - $55 / night

    "Close to dining and stores. Internet poor."

    6. Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Glen Rose, TX
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 897-4588

    $18 - $70 / night

    "This Texas state parks is one of favorites. I have been quite a few times since I was a kid and it never gets old. It is just inside of Glen Rose, Texas, located along the Paluxy river."

    "On my quest to visit many different Texas State Parks, this one was a great one and one that I would surely return to!"

    7. Fort Worth RV Park

    1 Review
    Benbrook Lake, TX
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (682) 229-4951

    "Mostly quiet except for moving traffic on the road behind us. Units are close together, but we’ve had only a great experience here."

    8. Hideaway 23 lakefront RV & Cabins

    4 Reviews
    Azle, TX
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (682) 258-1959

    $60 / night

    "The location build now gg right on Eagle Mountain Lake was breathtaking, and the adults-only policy ensured a quiet and serene atmosphere."

    "Race through challenging tracks that test your driving skills and reflexes. The main objective in https://polytrackgame.com is to avoid obstacles and finish each course as quickly as possible."

    9. Rocky Creek Park (benbrook Lake)

    2 Reviews
    Benbrook, TX
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 292-2400

    $14 / night

    10. Camp 10626 RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Weatherford, TX
    13 miles
    +1 (817) 929-4925

    $465 / night

    "We were looking for a park with close proximity to downtown as we are in town on a six month project."

    "This RV Camp is conveniently located between the this bustling cities of Azle and Lake Worth.

    2 minutes from Fort Worth nature center. 10 minutes to eagle mountain lake and lake worth."

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Recent Reviews near Aledo, TX

656 Reviews of 175 Aledo Campgrounds


  • Julie H.
    Aug. 14, 2025

    Green Deer RV Park

    Green Deer RV Park

    My time at Green Deer was perfect. Zero issues. Staff was so friendly! The park is clean and my family felt safe. Would absolutely recommend!!

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 8, 2025

    The Vineyards

    A must stay!!!

    In a very nice campground with spacious FHU sites that are concrete pads and level. Great views of the lake. A well equipped campground store with lots of items. Clean large bathrooms and showers as well as a laundry room. Have events throughout the week for social activities for adults and kids. Great hosts and a very well kept campground. Definitely a place to stay overnight or a week.

  • Cyn T.
    Aug. 5, 2025

    Lake Park Campground

    Quiet and Peaceful

    Check in was simple. Kasey and Shane are wonderful. Convenient to the lake. Easy access to stores and I 35. There is a parking lot for your boat or jet skis within the campground. The sites for 30 amp and smaller campers are closer to the water. 50 amp and larger campers are in the shade. I am not certain of fees for park entry. Website says that day use area is included in the amenities, but had to pay the entry fee yesterday.

  • Morgan B.
    Aug. 3, 2025

    Steele Creek Park Campground

    free & full of nature - wonderful for nomads!

    We enjoyed this free campsite as we were making our way down to San Antonio, Texas. It had a water spicket, which was perfect for nomad living. We were able to wash our hair, cookware, rinse off, and enjoy free potable water. The small things, right? 

    The site we choose was private and in close walking distance to pit toilets. It has a small trail in the back, which led to the small lake. The dogs enjoyed being off-leash and the trees surrounding us was peaceful. The fire pit was wonderful and I can see why big groups would enjoy staying here!

    There was some fast-food trash around the campsite, but we did not mind picking it up. Reminder: leave it better than you found it. Overall: wonderful experience and perfectly comfortable free campsite for nomads. 

    Our Google Maps GPS was giving us issues on the entrance location of this site, since it is tucked away behind neighborhoods, so we relied on the maps and roads to lead us there.

  • S
    Jul. 24, 2025

    Hunter Park

    I had a great time here

    Hunter Park in Texas is truly a great destination for those who love camping. I had the opportunity to experience and feel the fresh air and peace here. Although the terrain is relatively flat and the trees are sparse, the closeness to nature made me feel relaxed. The weather can change quite dramatically, so I recommend being well prepared. A big plus is its proximity to Dinosaur Valley State Park and Lake Granbury, where you can enjoy activities like hiking and boating. Hunter Park is truly the perfect place for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of life!

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  • Janie M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 21, 2025

    Hunter Park

    Peaceful

    It’s a pretty awesome place to camp and it’s really quiet. There are restrooms but no water or electricity but they are really good at maintaining the restrooms (stocked with toilet paper and keeping it clean) they are particular about you only staying 10 days so just be mindful of that.

  • Dan W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 16, 2025

    The Vineyards Campground & Cabins

    Beautiful & well maintained

    Great place to spend the week. Swim beach, playground, everything you could need. Cleanest bathrooms and showers.

  • Rosita A.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 9, 2025

    Gypsy Moon Hideaway RV Park

    Peaceful

    We stayed for 2 nights; very quiet; peaceful; loved all the ducks,goats and wildlife.Amy is amazing; we are planning to go back again; wish we could’ve stayed longer


Guide to Aledo

Camping near Aledo, Texas spans a transition zone between the Western Cross Timbers and Grand Prairie regions, with elevations averaging 850-1,000 feet above sea level. The area experiences hot, dry summers with limited natural shade and mild winters that extend the camping season. Seasonal flooding can impact lakeside campgrounds, particularly after spring rains when water levels rise significantly.

What to do

Trail exploration: Dinosaur Valley State Park offers multiple hiking trails ranging from easy to challenging. As one visitor notes, "This place is awesome. One of the best natural swimming holes I've found near DFW. There are dinosaur fossils everywhere. Hiking is great, and even on a hot summer day you can go swim in the river or the blue hole."

Wildlife viewing: Fort Worth Nature Center provides wildlife observation opportunities within minutes of local camping areas. A Camp 10626 RV Park visitor mentions, "2 minutes from Fort Worth nature center. 10 minutes to eagle mountain lake and lake worth."

Water activities: Eagle Mountain Lake access points allow for fishing, kayaking and swimming during warmer months. A guest at Hideaway 23 Lakefront RV & Cabins shared, "The location right on Eagle Mountain Lake was breathtaking," making it ideal for water-based recreation.

What campers like

Privacy and spacing: Holiday Park Campground provides generously spaced sites that offer more seclusion than many urban parks. According to one camper, "Sites are all a good size and not too close to neighbors. Nature/Horse trails line the park, and it's fairly quiet."

Clean facilities: Cowtown RV Park maintains well-kept grounds and amenities. A reviewer observed, "The facility is a bit dated, reminds me of the parks my family traveled to when I was a kid, but clean and accommodating. The slips themselves were concrete and for the most part level."

Nature immersion: COE Benbrook Lake offers camping with abundant wildlife despite proximity to urban areas. A visitor mentioned, "There were dozens of deer out of all sizes. I came across 5 different groups of them as I was driving around taking in the entire campground."

What you should know

Seasonal closures: Some Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds, including Mustang Park Bear Creek, operate only from April through September. Year-round options require advance planning during peak seasons.

Heat management: Summer temperatures regularly exceed 95°F with limited natural shade at many sites. A visitor to COE Benbrook Lake Mustang Park Bear Creek Campground noted, "It was 111° the long weekend we stayed here but we found a spot with some trees by the lake and had electricity hook ups so it was actually quite nice."

Reservation requirements: Most established campgrounds near Aledo require advance booking, especially during spring and fall. Weekends fill quickly at popular locations like Dinosaur Valley State Park where one visitor advised, "Only intended to spend one night in the campground, but due to high winds warnings, we decided to stay another night."

Water level fluctuations: Lake-based campgrounds experience significant water level changes based on rainfall and dam management. A Rocky Creek Park visitor mentioned, "Park is nice but closed again," referring to flooding closures that occur periodically.

Tips for camping with families

Dinosaur experiences: Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground offers educational opportunities with visible dinosaur tracks. As one family reported, "We all loved this park! Our sites were good size and perfect for us. We stayed in 17 and 15. 17 was very large but the table was way away from the pad and people were always walking thru because it was the start of a trail."

Playground access: Several campgrounds offer children's play areas. Weatherford KOA provides basic playground equipment, with one visitor noting, "There is also the playground- a swing set!"

Swimming options: Natural swimming holes provide relief from summer heat. A family camper at Dinosaur Valley shared, "Kids like it as well. Plenty of hiking trails and some wading water running through the place."

Tips from RVers

Level sites: The best places to camp near Aledo, Texas for RVs include parks with concrete pads. A Weatherford-Fort Worth West KOA visitor mentioned, "Large coach accommodations with multiple pull thru sites. Large roadways allow easy access to the sites."

Full hookup availability: Many RV parks offer comprehensive services including sewer connections. A Cowtown RV Park visitor noted, "The hookups were all in working order and easy to access."

Urban proximity: RV parks in the area balance natural settings with convenient urban access. According to a Camp 10626 visitor, "We were looking for a park with close proximity to downtown as we are in town on a six month project. This park is the ticket....close to shopping, restaurants, lakes, etc. environment is laid back and quiet though right on the highway so quick access to metro area!"

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Aledo, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, Aledo, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 175 campgrounds and RV parks near Aledo, TX and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Aledo, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Aledo, TX is Holiday Park Campground with a 3.8-star rating from 11 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Aledo, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 5 free dispersed camping spots near Aledo, TX.

What parks are near Aledo, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 19 parks near Aledo, TX that allow camping, notably Benbrook Lake and Grapevine Lake.