Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Arlington, TX

Treetops RV Resort's shaded campsites accommodate pets with a dedicated dog park for off-leash exercise. Dallas/Arlington KOA Holiday and Traders Village also welcome pets at their facilities with full hookup RV sites, cabins, and tent camping options. Most campgrounds in the Arlington area maintain standard pet policies including leashed pets outside of designated areas, waste pickup requirements, and limits on the number of animals per site. The bath houses at these locations remain clean and well-maintained, with some parks offering pet-specific amenities like fenced exercise areas. Treetops RV Village provides excellent tree cover and private sites, creating comfortable spaces for pets even during hot Texas summers.

North Texas Jellystone's pet-friendly accommodations include glamping options and yurts alongside traditional RV and tent sites. Cedar Hill State Park Campground permits pets throughout the park while maintaining natural surroundings for wildlife observation. When camping with pets near Arlington, temperature considerations become crucial during summer months when pavement can reach dangerous temperatures for pet paws. Most campgrounds enforce quiet hours to minimize barking disturbances. Local veterinary services can be found within short driving distances of major campgrounds, with emergency animal hospitals available in Arlington and surrounding communities. The industrial surroundings of some parks can limit pet walking opportunities, making on-site dog parks particularly valuable amenities.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Arlington, Texas (137)

    1. Cedar Hill State Park Campground

    62 Reviews
    Cedar Hill, TX
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (972) 291-3900

    $25 - $30 / night

    "Finding/reserving a campsite is super easy at the welcome center where you pay an entrance fee to the park. Plenty of lake to share with other people at this state park."

    "The lake was my favorite part! There are some great options for activities for the whole family. We enjoyed swimming, hiking, biking, and playing games on the grass area."

    2. Loyd Park

    24 Reviews
    Grand Prairie, TX
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (972) 237-4120

    $17 / night

    "Loyd Park is a wonderful destination for anyone looking to escape the city and enjoy the natural beauty of Texas. "

    "The park at lakeside had recently flooded but we were not there to go to the water and our site was not effected at all."

    3. Traders Village

    10 Reviews
    Grand Prairie, TX
    5 miles
    +1 (972) 647-2331

    "This location has all your needs for as long of a stay you ever need. Propane refill station, fuel station, a store, hair shop, laundry mat, showers and restrooms."

    "An exceptional location that offers everything required for a comfortable stay as well as a vibrant flea market! ehallpass"

    4. Treetops RV Resort

    9 Reviews
    Arlington, TX
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (817) 467-7943

    "Located in Arlington smack dab in between D/FW. Just down the road from the Cowboys Stadium (if that is your thing LOL). 25 minutes to downtown Dallas and 20 to Fort Worth."

    "We were by the dog park but only experienced bad smell once. The staff was nice, friendly and helped us back in as we are still newbies."

    5. Dallas/Arlington KOA Holiday

    7 Reviews
    Arlington, TX
    1 mile
    Website
    +1 (817) 277-6600

    "Dog park is nice, staff is friendly. We’ll definitely be staying here in the future!"

    "Came here for a couple weeks till I can get into a location for long term. Very friendly people and felt very safe and secure in the park"

    6. North Texas Jellystone

    14 Reviews
    Burleson, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 426-5037

    "Site was pull through but pretty tight and close to neighbor. Probably worth paying for premium. Nice large dog park and clean restrooms/bathhouse."

    "There are tons of activities, games, crafts, pools, petting zoo, water park, and more. We love it here. We will come again soon!"

    7. Traders Village RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Grand Prairie, TX
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (972) 647-8205

    "The park is split into two sections; the side we are in is next to an airfield and the other side is by a small dog run (next time, I'll request this section bc I'm traveling with my dogs)."

    8. Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake

    32 Reviews
    Lake Dallas, TX
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (469) 645-9100

    $14 - $30 / night

    "The location of this campground feels secluded from the city but close to the highway so you can be in the city within a few minutes drive."

    "The location of this campground feels secluded from the city but close to the highway so you can be in the city within a few minutes drive."

    9. Holiday Park Campground

    12 Reviews
    Benbrook, TX
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 292-2400

    $14 - $40 / night

    "Pets friendly with lots of new smells for the pups"

    "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."

    10. Dodge City RV Park

    1 Review
    Mansfield, TX
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 477-4433

    "Been there last year during out trip to Texas( mainly hiking in Britton park and a few other local trail spots and camped at Dodge City RV park)
    Pros: good clean spots for camping, everything you"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Arlington, TX

557 Reviews of 137 Arlington Campgrounds


  • David K.
    Sep. 23, 2020

    Boyd RV Park

    Decent RV park in a Pleasant Small Town

    Boyd is a true Texas small town with a pleasant hometown strip just up the road from Boyd RV Park. The small park boasts showers, a pets area, and a back area with nice country views and fields. The dog park has a good amount of space and is the nicest part of the park for stretching your legs.

    It does not have a crowded vibe, and has everything to meet the basic needs of the RV or camper campers and then some. Prices are some of the best around, and if you need supplies or places to dine out, it is all a short walk away.

  • Pedro C.
    Jun. 10, 2021

    Shady Creek RV Park and Storage

    Family Reunion!

    We traveled from West Texas, stayed 4 nights, had rain almost every day. The park is well laid out, small clean well maintained yards. The paved road was beginning to break up from all the rain with pot holes and new ones beginning to pop up. The pads are gravel and almost level. A few guests have been here a while, did see several arrivals and departures. Pet friendly, keep an eye on your pooch as one morning a large dog broke his/her leash one morning and attacked a lady's dog and knocked her down. She was not injured and her doggie is ok. We did not make it to the pool, the patio or to the dog park. All looked great from a distance. Verizon, full bars of service! 🙂

  • Bobbie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Patriot RV Park

    Comfortable stay

    Stayed for two months for my husband's work. Park manager, Becky, was helpful and nice. They have a saltwater pool, dog park, laundry room, shower/bathrooms, trees/landscaping and access to a boat ramp. Some sites are a bit tight. We were in the top part of the campground and had no issues with it being real wet. Have heard that the lower area does have pooling of water with heavy rain. It does go away quickly, but should be aware of this if you have lots of outside things or a pet. Would stay here again.

  • F
    May. 2, 2023

    Cozy Acres Tiny Home Community - RV Sites

    Great park

    A new park still growing but has been great so far! The owners are really nice and helpful and the spots are spacious! It’s a nice place to enjoy the outdoors and relax. They are pet & kid friendly! They even have a tiny home you can rent!

    The owners have big plans!

    The dog park is being put in and laundry room and garden are next.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 20, 2020

    Treetops RV Resort

    Location location location

    If you need to be in the big city, Dallas/Fort Worth, this was place is perfect. Located in Arlington smack dab in between D/FW. Just down the road from the Cowboys Stadium (if that is your thing LOL). 25 minutes to downtown Dallas and 20 to Fort Worth. Beautiful tree filled park. Super well maintained with a mix of pull through and back in sites. There is a ton of shade, a pool, dog park and on site very tidy laundry room with Apple Pay machines. The staff was helpful and super nice. We don’t always want to stay in the city, but if you have to this is a great place.

  • Lauren Z.
    Jun. 13, 2021

    Northside RV Resort

    Safe

    Gated. Level pads. Quiet. Dog park. Play ground. Wifi. Cable. Lake.

  • jamie S.
    Jul. 27, 2021

    Waggin Tail Ranch RV Park

    Nice big fenced RV spots

    We stayed here 5 months on a work trip. Nice sites most are fenced in with big yards. A few pull thru sites unfenced. The long term sites are well maintained, the staff do a great job of keeping the place nice. Nice big dog park with a pond, also a grooming and dog wash area. Has a pool with hot tub, and a small playground for the kids. We enjoyed our time here, so unique to have a fenced yard. Only down side is the Texas heat and none of the sites have any shade trees.

  • L
    May. 4, 2021

    North Texas Jellystone

    Family Fun

    This typically isn’t our type of park but the kids enjoyed it. We went in October and they had some fun Halloween activities. Site was pull through but pretty tight and close to neighbor. Probably worth paying for premium. Nice large dog park and clean restrooms/bathhouse.

  • L
    Jun. 16, 2021

    Cowtown RV Park

    Nice basic overnight spot

    Staff very friendly and helpful. Nice little pool. Several small fenced dog parks. Well kept grounds. Nice pull through concrete pads that are level.


Guide to Arlington

Cedar Hill State Park Campground provides natural surroundings within 20 miles of Arlington, Texas. The park features small camping loops with 15-20 sites each, limiting traffic near individual spots. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, requiring careful planning for outdoor activities.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: At Holiday Park Campground on Benbrook Lake, fish frequently break the water surface. "Every couple of minutes there was a 'plop' from another fish popping out of the water. If you have a small boat, you could drop in right from your site and head out across the lake," notes James S.

Wildlife watching: Cedar Hill State Park Campground offers chances to observe native Texas wildlife. "Good representation of Texas wildlife and a good spot for family camping. Lots of traffic and places for RVs and such. Good trail system," reports Brody R.

Biking: The roads at Holiday Park attract cyclists. "Bicyclists seem to love it here as I saw dozens riding the streets," according to James S. The park's layout creates minimal through traffic for safer riding conditions.

Weekend market shopping: Traders Village combines camping with shopping options. "One of the biggest flea markets around and it's 2 days of walking and shopping," writes Alejandro G., who notes the market operates adjacent to the camping area.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Loyd Park earns praise for its generous camping areas. "Sites are spaced far apart all come with fire ring and covered picnic table," says Tammie L., who stayed at site 115 near the water.

Shaded camping spots: Many campers appreciate tree cover during hot Texas days. "The park was very well kept, grass mowed and cover over picnic table. Lots of sites have lots of shade," notes Arvis C. about Holiday Park Campground.

Convenience to urban areas: Campers value proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. "Five Star Park located just minutes from Dallas Fort Worth," writes Debbie T. about Loyd Park, highlighting its accessibility while still providing a camping experience.

Family-friendly activities: North Texas Jellystone offers extensive activities for children. "Lots of activities, games, crafts, pools, petting zoo, water park, and more. We love it here," shares Lauren Z., noting the resort-style camping experience.

What you should know

Camp loop layouts: Cedar Hill arranges campsites in small clusters. "The park is designed with small loops for 15-20 camp sites in each loop. Very little traffic right by the individual spots. Easy in and out of park," explains Michael C.

Insect awareness: Some campers report insects during warmer months. "Nice lake but there were fire ants and chiggers all over our campsite!" warns Jill C. about Cedar Hill, suggesting campers bring appropriate repellent.

Varying bathroom facilities: Bathroom conditions differ between campgrounds. "The bathrooms are a little scary, but the price and the view of the lake made up for it," states Tammy T. about Holiday Park, while other campgrounds receive better reviews for their facilities.

Site drainage issues: Some campsites experience water problems during rain. "Our only complaint on this site is when it rains, water pours into site and erodes area quickly and will fill your mat etc with orange clay," reports TJ & Laura S. about site 190 at Holiday Park Campground.

Tips for camping with families

Playground options: Choose locations with appropriate play areas for children. "Several playgrounds, maze, volleyball, basketball, pond, and activities," notes Shane M. about North Texas Jellystone, making it particularly suited for families.

Beach access: Several campgrounds offer swimming areas. "Beach area and playgrounds are great, although you do have quite a few day users," explains Randy H. about Loyd Park, suggesting weekdays might provide a less crowded experience.

Kid-friendly scheduling: Research specific activity calendars. "We went in October and they had some fun Halloween activities," shares Lizabeth T. about North Texas Jellystone, highlighting their seasonal programming.

Sites with shade: Treetops RV Resort provides good tree cover for comfort during hot weather. "Everything is clean. Nice pool, kids playground, exercise area, clean baths and great laundry," reports Troy, making it suitable for family camping during summer months.

Tips from RVers

RV site selection: Consider specific site features when reserving. "Sites 72-75 were definitely electric only, contrary to what other reviews mentioned. There were water spigots at the sites but they had been capped off," advises MickandKarla W. about Holiday Park Campground.

Pull-through availability: For easier setup, look for appropriate sites. "Larger rigs are more accommodated next to the lake. But call ahead to see which sites have 50 amp, you'll need it in summer time," recommends John B. regarding Loyd Park.

Water fill locations: Some campgrounds have limited potable water access. "We needed to fill our freshwater tank and he pointed out on the map the two dump stations with potable water," shares MickandKarla W., suggesting checking with staff about water availability.

Site privacy considerations: Different sections offer varying levels of seclusion. "Perimeter sites are much better than inner loop sites," advises Roger W. about Holiday Park, particularly for those seeking more space between neighbors.

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