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Best Campgrounds near Big Spring, TX

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The West Texas landscape around Big Spring features a mix of RV parks and established campgrounds primarily serving travelers along Interstate 20. Comanche Trail Park Campground offers tent and RV camping within city limits, providing basic amenities like picnic tables and toilets in a municipal park setting with a 3-day maximum stay. Several miles east, Moss Creek Lake provides year-round camping with water and electric hookups, boat access, and OHV trails on its hillsides. Most camping options in the area cater to overnight travelers rather than destination camping, with Hat Creek RV Park and Texas RV Park of Big Spring offering full hookup sites primarily used by oil field workers and interstate travelers.

Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons in the region. The arid climate means minimal natural shade at most sites, with campers noting the need for canopies or awnings. "It was really hot in June but cooled down nicely a little before sunset. Small trees and shrubs for shade," reported one Lake Colorado City State Park visitor. The terrain presents challenges for tent campers, with hard clay soil requiring specialized stakes. Wildlife hazards include goat heads (puncture vine), which can damage pet paws and tent floors. Cell service varies significantly between providers, with AT&T generally offering better coverage than Verizon throughout the region.

Many campgrounds receive positive reviews for their utility as convenient overnight stops rather than destination camping. "Definitely not a fabulous place to come for fun, but if you're racing through Texas like we were and need a place to stop for the night, this is a great place for it," noted one Hat Creek RV Park visitor. Lake Colorado City State Park, located about 40 miles east, offers more traditional recreational camping with lakefront sites, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Visitors frequently mention ground squirrels, rabbits, and birds as common wildlife sightings. The night sky receives particular praise from campers, with minimal light pollution allowing for excellent stargazing opportunities away from the oil field operations that dominate much of the surrounding landscape.

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  • Ray & Terri F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 14, 2025

    Lake Colorado City State Park Campground

    Nice, very quiet CG

     We have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and stayed in site 41 for 1 night in early September. The CG is clean, well maintained. The CG roads are paved, as are the sites. The site pads themselves are concrete and most looked to be fairly level, but a few had a little bit of slope. Most of the sites were fairly well spaced. The CG, at least on Monday evening, was very quiet and peaceful. There were only 5 other campers in the whole CG. Our site, 41, was a pull-through. There doesn’t seem to be much lake access, at least from the CG areas anyway, except one defunct access from the first CG loop. The trees, mostly mesquite I think, though plentiful, are fairly short and don’t provide much shade. There were a few goathead burrs around so beware.

    AT&T coverage was marginal, with only 2 bars of LTE service and speeds up to 2.9 MB/s. We had a clear view to the N from the front of the site, so Starlink was fine with speeds up to 26 MB/s.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Comanche Trail Park Campground

    If i needed somewhere to camp latenight with an early out - this is it

    Positive: -right off i20 -plenty of stores near by -cool park -empty -garbages at each site -bbqs at most sites -could park a biggish rig here

    Cons: -0 shade -camping spots are all 15-30’ from active golf course with no barrier -right on major road with another active road Nextdoor -no bathrooms etc Sites all 10’ apart from each other

  • T
    Jun. 14, 2025

    Lake Colorado City State Park Campground

    Quiet respite

    Stopped here on the way of our Texas from Austin. There are not many options so we took a risk and drove here. It was really hot in June but cooled down nicely a little before sunset. Small trees and shrubs for shade. Covered picnic tables at each site. Lots of rabbits running around so that was fun. We did not go to the lake. Bathrooms were not great. Overall happy with this quiet stop and the scenery was nice.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    May. 24, 2025

    Comanche Trail Park Campground

    Several sites at the City Park

    You can stay 3 days each month. My short bus fit nicely in the spot.

  • Laura M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Hat Creek RV Park

    Good if you're passing through

    Super bare bones RV park, just a dirt lot with rows of RV spots. It’s right next to an oil facility so there are a lot of workers that stay in this park. We stayed here because we needed showers and laundry and the price with Passport America was good atv$17.50. Even the full price of 35 is decent. We got FHU and a pull through site in the overnight area way in the back. 

    There’s a little playground here, nice showers, and a nice laundry facility. I liked that the laundry had dedicated animal bedding/ oil rig machines so we could wash our dog bedding guilt free. Machines are coin operated, you can get quarters in the office. The office has a nice little store as well, with snacks and beer and basic supplies. There’s free wifi as well. 

    Definitely not a fabulous place to come for fun, but if you’re racing through Texas like we were and need a place to stop for the night this is a great place for it. It’s nice and quiet because everyone is here just to work, it seems. There were many bees and flies clamoring to get into the RV when we stayed here in early December. Good cell reception for attv& verizon. Our poor dogs’ paws were covered in goat heads- we will be buying some dog boots!

  • Bruce L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 23, 2025

    Ruddick City Park

    Great dispersed camping spot

    Very, very quiet in a city park on water there’s only a few spots. I would definitely come back here and stay over a night.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 22, 2025

    Moss Creek Lake

    Could be nice, but…

    Kind of a strange setup and place. There are lights on one side that stay on all night, opposite of the camping areas. The pay box is very difficult to find, it is by what looks like a house in the dark and has flags on it. There are trash cans and picnic tables with awnings in some places. Pretty quiet, overall.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 17, 2025

    Texas RV Park of Big Spring

    Good enough

    Easy enter/exit. Fast check-in. Trash blowing everywhere; dumpster lids need to be secured. Mostly level sites. Good enough for an overnight if you need to dump and take on water, or if not, stay at a rest stop and save your money.

Guide to Big Spring

Camping options near Big Spring, Texas range from municipal parks to lake-based recreation areas with varying amenities. The region sits at approximately 2,600 feet elevation in the southern High Plains, characterized by scrubby vegetation and clay soils. Most sites offer limited natural shade, with temperatures ranging from 30°F in winter to 105°F in summer, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping periods.

What to do

Hiking trails: At Lake Colorado City State Park, visitors can access well-marked trails with wildlife viewing opportunities. "Wildflowers everywhere, birds, ground squirrels. Very well maintained and clean. Lots of trails to walk going down to the water," notes Jessica M. about the park located 40 miles east of Big Spring.

Fishing: Lake Colorado City State Park Campground provides shoreline fishing access. "We're down there a couple of years ago and really had a relaxing time. We enjoyed the fishing and sitting around the campfire at night. Had the whole family there and had a great time," reports Bill F.

Off-highway vehicle riding: Moss Creek Lake features designated OHV trails on hillsides. "Nice place to ride. OHV area is located on the top of the hill. A lot of trails to ride. Views are great. Not many people there during the week," shares Alejandro G.

What campers like

Stargazing: The region offers exceptional night sky viewing due to minimal light pollution. "The night sky is amazing," reports Kelly S. about Lake Colorado City State Park, noting "gorgeous views" as a key feature of the camping experience.

Wildlife viewing: Ground squirrels, rabbits, and birds are common sightings throughout the area. A visitor at Comanche trail park campground noted the presence of recreational amenities, stating the park "has a pond, disc golf, playgrounds and trails that are nice."

Convenience for travelers: Many sites serve as practical overnight stops along major routes. "Easy enter/exit. Fast check-in... Good enough for an overnight if you need to dump and take on water," reports James P. about Texas RV Park of Big Spring.

What you should know

Hard soil challenges: The clay soil in this region makes tent stake placement difficult. Standard stakes often bend or break; bring heavy-duty metal stakes or rock hammers for secure anchoring.

Cell service variations: Mobile coverage fluctuates significantly between providers across the region. At Lake Colorado City State Park, Kevin H. reported "T-Mobile, Verizon, Visible and Cricket were light on signal strength. Both Verizon and T-Mobile are 5G and download was ok but upload sucked."

Fire restrictions: Seasonal burn bans are common but not always well-communicated. "My only complaint was that there was a burn ban that we didn't find out about till we arrived. I booked online, via the state parks website," writes Matt S., who had to switch to using a propane stove for cooking.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Comanche Trail Park Campground offers play areas within walking distance of campsites. One visitor noted its location advantages: "right off i20, plenty of stores near by, cool park, empty, garbages at each site, bbqs at most sites."

Beach activities: Some parks offer swimming areas ideal for children. Jessica M. notes that Lake Colorado City State Park has "a nice swimming beach. Everything was just perfect! Amazing weekend getaway!"

Wildlife education opportunities: The abundant small wildlife provides learning opportunities. "Lots of rabbits running around so that was fun," shares Tristan W. about their family's experience at Lake Colorado City State Park.

Tips from RVers

Level site challenges: Many RV sites require significant leveling. Jeremy B. notes at Lake Colorado City State Park: "Nice Park. Good distance between sites. Only minor complaints. Sites aren't too level and bring bug spray. Otherwise great, clean and comfortable."

Plant hazards: Hat Creek RV Park and surrounding areas contain goatheads (puncture vine) that can damage equipment and pets. Laura M. warns: "Our poor dogs' paws were covered in goat heads- we will be buying some dog boots!"

Utility service quality: The best places to camp near Big Spring, Texas for RVers offer full hookups, but quality varies. "The campground was pretty full but the spots in the loop we stayed in were far enough apart," reports Cathy S. about her family's overnight stay at Lake Colorado City State Park.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best campgrounds in Big Spring, TX?

Big Spring offers several quality camping options. Comanche Trail Park Campground is conveniently located right off I-20 with amenities including garbage collection at each site, BBQs, and space for larger rigs. For those seeking full hookups, Texas RV Park of Big Spring provides easy access and quick check-in, making it suitable for overnight stays. Both locations are close to stores and services, though Comanche Trail's proximity to an active golf course and major roads might affect the tranquility for some campers.

What lakes near Big Spring offer camping facilities?

Lake Colorado City State Park Campground offers lakeside camping with 50-amp electrical service and water hookups. The park features fire rings and covered picnic tables at each site, making it comfortable for lakeside recreation. Wildlife sightings, particularly rabbits, add to the natural experience. Moss Creek Lake is another option closer to Big Spring for water-based recreation and camping, though facilities may be more basic. Both lakes provide opportunities for fishing, boating, and water activities depending on seasonal conditions.

Can you stay at Big Spring State Park with an RV?

While Big Spring State Park itself has limited RV accommodations, the area offers several RV-friendly options. MS G's RV Park, LLC provides level sites with good quality hookups and friendly management who assist with setup. For those needing basic amenities at a reasonable price, Hat Creek RV Park offers showers and laundry facilities at competitive rates (around $17.50 with Passport America, $35 standard). Both parks accommodate larger RVs and provide the essential services needed for comfortable stays.

Are there cabins available for rent in Big Spring, TX?

Cabin rentals are limited in the immediate Big Spring area. While most local campgrounds focus on RV and tent camping, Lone Wolf Creek RV Village near Big Spring (exit 217) offers accommodations and helpful hosts who can provide information about regional options. For those willing to travel slightly further, some accommodations might be available at regional state parks or private campgrounds. Your best option is to contact local campgrounds directly about current cabin availability or consider nearby motels for non-camping stays in the Big Spring area.

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