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RV Camp sites are super nice and well spaced. Really cool fossil sites near the lake shore. Nice huge lake. And really good trails (for North East Texas).
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The landscape surrounding Allen, Texas features numerous lake-oriented campgrounds within a 30-mile radius, creating a suburban camping experience that balances accessibility with natural settings. Corps of Engineers sites at Lavon Lake, including East Fork Park Campground, provide year-round accommodations with both RV hookups and tent camping options. State parks like Ray Roberts Lake State Park's Isle du Bois unit offer more extensive facilities with highly-rated campsites featuring shade from oak trees in the Cross Timbers region. Hickory Creek on Lewisville Lake, approximately 20 miles west of Allen, maintains some of the highest visitor ratings for its combination of lakeside views and relative seclusion despite proximity to urban areas.
Reservations are essential during summer months when temperatures regularly exceed 90°F and lakeside sites fill quickly, particularly on holiday weekends. As one camper noted, "Even though it's in a highly populated area, it feels very remote when you get into the park." Many campgrounds implement fire restrictions during dry periods, with some prohibiting open flames year-round. Cell service remains strong throughout most sites, though WiFi availability varies significantly. Weather considerations include severe thunderstorms in spring and early summer, with campers reporting occasional high winds near lake shores. The region's relatively flat terrain makes most campgrounds accessible without specialized vehicles, though some primitive sites require short walks from parking areas.
Lakefront access represents the primary draw for most campgrounds in the area, with fishing opportunities available at nearly all locations. Wildlife sightings, particularly deer, are common at parks like Isle du Bois, where primitive sites in the Hawthorne area "are spaced a good distance apart and really give you a feel of isolation." Several reviewers mention the contrast between urban proximity and natural experience: "The location feels secluded from the city but close to the highway so you can be in the city within a few minutes drive." Noise levels vary significantly, with some campers noting airport traffic over Lewisville Lake sites. Family-friendly amenities include playgrounds, swimming beaches, and hiking trails, though shade becomes particularly valuable during hot Texas summers.
Best Campgrounds near Allen (175)
1. East Fork Park Campground
"We had a nice view of Lake Lavon. Grills and tables vary by site, some are very old, but many have been replaced."
"I avoided any rough spots in the road and arrived at a LONG and roomie site with a beautiful view of the lake."
from $14 - $150 / night
Check Availability2. Hidden Cove Park & Marina
"Stayed here as a group traveling to the Frisco, Texas area for a college football game. We spent 2 nights in a RV. Was within close distance to where we were attending the football game."
"Most Sites appear to be good size (at least those near our site). Has store onsite for drinks, snacks, etc. Ability to rent paddle boards and kayaks at the park to enjoy the lake."
3. Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake
"Location: The location is tucked away in the small lakeside town of Hickory Creek...which is surrounded by Denton to the north and Lewisville/Dallas to the south."
"I like this COE campground because conveniently located near where I live, and if I’m lucky I can snag a site with trees and lake access."
from $14 - $30 / night
Check Availability4. Erwin Park
"The only sound other than bird song is the occasional moo and some coyote yips in the distance"
"Erwin Park is a great place to visit if you're looking to spend a few days running or biking trails. Campsites are far enough apart that you have privacy yet close enough that you don't feel alone."
5. Isle du Bois Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park
"In the hot month of July 2020 I loaded up Little Red and headed out to spend several days camping at the Isle Du Bois Unit of Ray Roberts Lake."
"68 year-old solo camper getting ready to travel around the country, car/tent camping primarily."
from $15 - $60 / night
Check Availability6. COE Lavon Lake Lavonia
"Nothing to knock you socks off, but it’s a great campsite close to home and nice for a quick getaway. Has the feel of being somewhat remote since it’s out by the lake."
"Doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles but does have sewer, lake views, wide open spaces, and clean! Great food places nearby."
from $14 - $30 / night
Check Availability7. Lafon's RV Park
"We needed to do some repairs to our truck after a hell storm, we need to be around the Dallas, Garland, McKinney area, and this is a perfect location, quiet, but yet close to everything we needed, there"
from $50 / night
Check Availability8. Clear Lake Park
"Very nice lake view and about half the sites are on the water."
9. Shady Creek RV Park and Storage
"CrossFit is walking distance (separate business). The pool is nice. You’re right next to Frisco, Prosper, Littlr Elm, Savannah, and Denton."
"We traveled from West Texas, stayed 4 nights, had rain almost every day. The park is well laid out, small clean well maintained yards."
from $999 / night
Check Availability10. Lake Park Campground
"Awesome park, great lake and a discgolf course within walking distance!!"
"Family friendly and there is a lake and playground within walking distance. The staff is courteous. We did not use any of the facilities, except dump station."
Drive Time
- 27 min from Dallas, TX
- 31 min from Sherman, TX
- 1 hr 41 min from Tyler, TX
- 1 hr 49 min from Waco, TX
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Recent Reviews near Allen, TX
547 Reviews of 175 Allen Campgrounds
- LLawrence P.Scout
Sugar Hill RV Resort
Little Piece of Heaven
I've been RVing for a lot of years, and I can honestly say Sugar Hill RV Resort is one of the nicest places my wife and I have stayed. One of my favorite things about this park is the landscaping. The grounds are beautiful, with flowering trees, flowers, bushes and grasses around the patios and walking paths that make it feel more like a retreat than an RV park. Every morning I'd grab my coffee and take a stroll just to enjoy it. We also had a great time exploring Anna. Having the Red Rooster Barn right next door was a real treat. We enjoyed sitting out on the patio for dinner more than once, and if you like barbecue, don't leave town without trying Hutchins BBQ. I don't hand out compliments easily, but that barbecue was flat-out outstanding. Kyla up front is an absolute sweetheart. She always greeted us with a smile, remembered our names, and somehow found time to visit whenever we stopped by. The owners are just as friendly. It was nice being able to sit and visit with them from time to time—you can tell they truly care about the folks staying here. The whole place is quiet, clean, and very well maintained. It's the kind of park where people wave as they drive by, neighbors visit, and you feel comfortable from the day you arrive. We've already told several of our RV friends about Sugar Hill, and I have a feeling we'll be making our way back before too long.
- ZZoey E.Scout
Sugar Hill RV Resort
Hidden Gem
My husband and I stayed at Sugar Hill RV Resort for a few months this summer so we could spend more time with our kids and grandbabies. We wanted a place that was quiet, clean, and felt safe, and Sugar Hill turned out to be just that. From the minute we pulled in, everyone made us feel right at home. The owners and staff are some of the sweetest folks you'll meet. They always had a smile on their face and were happy to help with anything we needed. I loved getting up early and walking the trails before it got too hot, and most evenings we'd end up soaking in the hot tub after a long day chasing grandkids around. Everything is so well kept—the pool, laundry room, showers, and grounds are all spotless. You can tell people really take pride in this place. One thing I really appreciated was how peaceful it is. It's close enough to everything we needed, but when you're back at the resort, you can actually relax and enjoy yourself. We met several other long-term guests, visited over coffee, and made some sweet new friends along the way.
- ddeborah S.Scout
Clear Lake Park
Excellent lake view
Quaint campground. A army core engineers park. Very nice lake view and about half the sites are on the water.
- JJohn R.
LegendCedar Hill State Park Campground
Big and beautiful.
Lots of different types of sites. Large sites with a lot of privacy. Be sure to look at driveway lengths.
Joshua M.
GuideIsle du Bois Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park
Perfect for the Family!
Our family had a fantastic 2 night stay. We’ve only stayed at Johnson Branch on Ray Roberts in the past, and have loved Isle Du Bois. Our site is surrounded about beautiful lush trees and overgrowth. The beach is right up the path and my two boys (4&6) loved playing in the water with the kids. Our site is also two sites from the playground and bathroom/showers, which was super convenient! Will definitely be back and eyeing a site right off the water for some fishing!
Stevie E.ScoutSugar Hill RV Resort
They have the best cookies!
We've had a wonderful experience at Sugar Hill RV Resort. The park is gorgeous, quiet, and always well-maintained, but what really makes it special is the staff. Kyla goes above and beyond to make everyone feel welcome, she gave us cookies and is always quick to help with anything that comes up. It's rare to find a place that feels this friendly and genuinely cares about its guests. We highly recommend Sugar Hill to anyone looking for a great place to stay.
shon M.ScoutParadise RV Park
Ghosted
After filling out the required paperwork, Jeffery the manger stopped responding. Would not recommend going through the hassle with this place!
Kai Z.
RangerCOE Lavon Lake Lavonia
Peaceful Waterfront Campground
Like most of our stops, we only spent one night here, but it was a really nice campground. The sites are large, and being right by the water makes the whole place feel peaceful and relaxing. A big plus was the covered picnic tables and benches at each site, which made it much more comfortable to eat outside without sitting in the direct sun. The only small downside was the bathhouse. It was nice to have your own private bathroom with both a toilet and a shower, but the shower only produced a small stream of water with fairly low pressure. Upgrading the showerheads would definitely improve the experience. It's also worth knowing that you can't access the campground after 10 PM, apparently not even with an access code. Other than those minor issues, this is a really beautiful campground and a great place to stay.
Guide to Allen
Dispersed camping opportunities around Allen, Texas lie within a network of lake-oriented parks offering different levels of amenities and natural experiences. The region sits at an average elevation of 659 feet above sea level in the Blackland Prairie ecoregion, with limestone bedrock supporting diverse grassland vegetation. Many campgrounds face seasonal water level fluctuations, with Lavon Lake often experiencing 5-10 foot drops during late summer.
What to do
Fishing from shore or pier: Lake Lewisville provides accessible fishing spots at Willow Grove Park where "The lake is a pretty view" and offers ample shoreline access points. The park features a swimming area with "a little 'beach' for swimming" where visitors should "recommend water shoes and floaties."
Mountain biking on dedicated trails: The trail network at Erwin Park offers approximately 9 miles of maintained paths. One visitor notes they're "great easy spot for day camping or easy car camping with family" with "Best mountain bike single tracks around with lots of built features."
Kayaking from boat ramps: Water access points at several parks accommodate small watercraft launches. At Hidden Cove Park, one reviewer appreciated that the "park offers open activity areas and covered picnic tables by the water. A 3-lane boat ramp to Lewisville Lake, rental paddle boarding, full marina, and swimming area."
What campers like
Privacy between sites: At Isle du Bois Campsites, campers appreciate the separation between camping areas. "The primitive sites in the Hawthorne campgrounds are spaced a good distance apart and really give you a feel of isolation," writes one visitor. Another notes "campsites are spacious" with "plenty of space to walk the dog."
Wildlife encounters: Multiple campgrounds offer opportunities to observe local fauna. One reviewer at Isle du Bois mentioned "we have car camped on a few occasions here and each time we saw plenty of deer around camp," while another added "you see deer every trip, it's just very busy."
Lakefront access: Many campers prioritize water views and lake access. At Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake, "Our spot was a nice lake front area that was very spacious and a beautiful view." The campground "feels secluded from the city but close to the highway so you can be in the city within a few minutes drive."
What you should know
Bathroom conditions vary widely: Facility maintenance differs across camping areas near Allen. One camper at East Fork Park Campground noted "I checked out the water flushing toilets and they were spotless," while another visitor at Willow Grove warned "The shower situation is SCARY!!!! They have not cleaned out the spider webs and dead bugs and crawling things from the ceiling in YEARS!!!"
Site leveling can be challenging: Many parks feature aging infrastructure with uneven pads. At East Fork Park, "The pad has definitely broken up over time and isn't level. The fire pit is also sitting at an angle."
Traffic noise impacts some parks: Several campgrounds experience disturbance from nearby highways and airports. Hickory Creek is "located adjacent to I-35, just west of the Lake Lewisville bridge, so there's traffic noise depending on how close you're camped to the road" and has "the overall air traffic that you hear and see over the park from the Dallas-Fort Worth airport."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: For families with young children, some camping sites near Allen, Texas feature dedicated play areas. At Hidden Cove Park & Marina, "The day use area on the lake was quite busy, but the 'beach' gave the kids a great way to cool off and burn off some energy." Many parks feature "several playground areas central to the various campgrounds with easy access for your family."
Multiple tree coverage options: Depending on your preference for shade or sun, select accordingly. One camper at Lake Park Campground noted "The sites for 30 amp and smaller campers are closer to the water. 50 amp and larger campers are in the shade."
Watch for water hazards: Several reviewers mentioned encounters with wildlife in lake areas. One camper at Hickory Creek warned "To our surprise, there was also plenty of snakes! We crossed one on the road as we drove in and saw several swimming in the lake."
Tips from RVers
Extended-stay amenities: For those planning longer visits, Shady Creek RV Park and Storage offers modern facilities. One reviewer mentioned "the laundry room is nice, I really like the app that lets you pay so you don't need coins but also tells you how much time you have remaining or if there are machines available."
Gate access restrictions: Several campgrounds implement nighttime security measures. At Lake Park Campground, "Front gate get locked at 11pm. If you don't make it, you have to park outside and walk in." Similarly, East Fork Park has "entry gate is locked from 10PM to 6AM, so plan accordingly if leaving the park."
Water and electric hookup locations: Site layouts vary significantly between parks. At Lake Park, "Connections for water and electric aren't in best spots but able to reach. They offer extension cords." Many COE parks feature electric posts with various amperage options, described as "lighted power supply post with all the amps available."
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Allen, TX?
Which is the most popular campground near Allen, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Allen, TX is East Fork Park Campground with a 3.7-star rating from 14 reviews.
What parks are near Allen, TX?
What parks are near Allen, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 21 parks near Allen, TX that allow camping, notably Lavon Lake and Lewisville Lake.
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