Best Campgrounds near Bluff Dale, TX

Campgrounds in the Bluff Dale area of Texas feature a mix of established sites catering to multiple camping styles. Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground, located in nearby Glen Rose, provides tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and cabin accommodations in a park known for its dinosaur footprints. Several private RV parks, including Lost Creek RV Park in Stephenville and Dinosaur Valley RV Park, supplement the region's camping inventory with full-service sites and cabin rentals. Most campgrounds in this part of Texas operate year-round, with both reservation-based and first-come options available.

Access to campgrounds varies across the region, with most established sites accessible via paved roads suitable for passenger vehicles. Summer temperatures in this part of Texas regularly exceed 90°F, making spring and fall the most comfortable camping seasons. Water access is available at most developed campgrounds, though Hunter Park and other primitive sites may have limited or no drinking water facilities. Cell service can be spotty in some areas, particularly at more remote locations. Several campgrounds offer full hookups for RVs, including electric, water, and sewer connections. A visitor noted, "Green Deer RV Park is a down home friendly place within minutes of anything you need in Stephenville, Texas."

Camping experiences near Bluff Dale highlight the region's natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Paluxy River at Dinosaur Valley State Park provides swimming holes and the chance to see preserved dinosaur tracks. Many campgrounds maintain picnic tables and fire rings, though fire restrictions may apply during dry periods. RV parks in the area typically offer a range of amenities, including showers, laundry facilities, and WiFi. According to reviews, campers appreciate the mix of natural settings and conveniences: "Beautiful rv park. Not the kind of place you would want to stay if you're looking to get away from it all as it's right in town, but super convenient if your looking for a place to stop for a night or two in a park that's safe and well maintained." Most developed campgrounds in the region welcome pets, though specific rules may apply.

Best Camping Sites Near Bluff Dale, Texas (150)

    1. Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Glen Rose, TX
    14 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!"

    2. Dinosaur Valley RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Glen Rose, TX
    15 miles
    Website

    $45 / night

    "It was a great, centrally located park. Dinosaur World is literally across the street (easily walkable) and Dinosaur Valley State Park is an easy drive (make reservations online though)."

    "Easy access to the river right in the park. Only negative I have is the dog walking area lacks grass and has stickers. We will be back."

    3. Hunter Park

    6 Reviews
    Granbury, TX
    16 miles

    "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."

    "Only thing I wasn’t prepared for was all of the geese around the park. They are very loud and will annoy for food. One almost attacked me as my boyfriend and I were cooking dinner."

    4. Lost Creek RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Stephenville, TX
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 965-6223

    "Not the kind of place you would want to stay if you’re looking to get away from it all as it’s right in town, but super convenient if your looking for a place to stop for a night or two in a park that’"

    5. Green Deer RV Park

    2 Reviews
    Stephenville, TX
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 977-4590

    "This is a down home friendly place within minutes of anything you need in Stephenville, Texas."

    6. Hunter Park

    4 Reviews
    Granbury, TX
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 573-3212

    "Free camping near the water. Can't beat that with a stick. We came in February and it was cold that night. The restrooms were closed but they had some porta potties out there."

    "Lots of people seemed to know about it, there were around 15 people who camped there last night and ten or so cars that came through for the fishing pier. If you’re a fisher, this is the place to be!"

    7. Rough Creek - Lake Granbury

    3 Reviews
    Granbury, TX
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 573-3212

    "It was right on the lake. I stayed 4 days. I could have stayed longer, but time to move on. Westbound and Down. Definitely have this one marked down as a favorite."

    8. 4C's Rodeo Ranch & RV Park

    1 Review
    Stephenville, TX
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 980-9946

    $30 / night

    "Beautiful location and property surrounded by oak trees with an abundance of horses, cattle, a few donkeys and one goat."

    9. Midway Pines RV Park

    3 Reviews
    Glen Rose, TX
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 279-7925

    "It was a nice surprise for Texas. The campgrounds are really pleasant and the park has fantastic access to the highway."

    "The peaceful atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and well-maintained facilities make it an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway. I totally understand why you feel so comfortable there."

    10. Vw's Spot

    1 Review
    Stephenville, TX
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 968-5222

    $50 / night

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Recent Reviews near Bluff Dale, TX

433 Reviews of 150 Bluff Dale Campgrounds


  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Hunter Park

    Not private but free

    This was a great spot for me to park with my camper on the way through. There are some homeless here. The spot it's right on the lake and campers parallel park. Table and grill provided, and bathrooms are available. I felt safe and it was quiet at night. There is a fishing pier that seems well used by the community.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Hico City Park

    Adorable little small town

    Camped right in the beautiful city park. Felt very safe with a Hico police officer a couple of sites over. Quick walk to the adorable town with shopping, restaurants, saloons. Old wes vibe with Billy the Kid museum.

  • Ray & Terri F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 18, 2025

    Holiday Park Campground

    Small, fairly convenient, and very quiet CG

    We have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and stayed in site 73 for 1 night in mid September. The CG is clean, well maintained. The CG roads are paved, but narrow and a little winding in places. The sites themselves all seemed mostly level. The CG was very quiet and peaceful. There were only 2 or 3 other campers in the CG while we were there. Our site, 73, was a pull-through, as were several, but some were back in. The registration card says to watch for branches if your RV is over 12’ tall, but there were several branches much lower than that leaving site 73. We were able to navigate to avoid most of them, but one was unavailable, so be advised. There were lots of deer that wandered through our part of the CG. 

    AT&T coverage was pretty good with 2 bars of LTE service and speeds up to 17 MB/s. We had a clear view to the N at the site, so Starlink was fine with speeds up to 20 MB/s.

  • 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!!

  • K
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Rockin' K RV Park and Horse Motel

    Cozy, Quiet and Easy to Find - great location

    Easy to find on 281 heading to Hamilton.  Hico is a perfect place to stop and explore.  A TX historical treasure with the Billy the Kid Museum downtown!   I enjoyed the peace and quiet while staying here at great rates.  The host was incredible, available and gave us space! Love the cowboy grill!   Heading over to the farm area - my kids got to feed the mini goats and mini donkey- very fun at Tiny Town at GSD Ranch (their sister property with cabins to rent next door)! We will be back!

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

    Cedar Creek Park Campground

    Great space - hard to find

    We love this spot. Definitely ignore google to get here though… just follow the road to the end (no turning off) there are campsites to your right and left once you reach the water. At least 27 of them. Quiet. Spaced out. Most had grill and water access and the lake is a super clean rock bottom one. Super peaceful.

  • 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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Guide to Bluff Dale

The Bluff Dale area of Texas sits in the Cross Timbers region at approximately 1,000 feet elevation, where prairie meets woodlands. This transitional landscape creates diverse camping environments within a short drive of Bluff Dale's small community center. Water levels at riverside camping areas can fluctuate dramatically with rainfall, particularly in spring when the Paluxy River basin receives much of its annual precipitation.

What to do

Dinosaur tracks exploration: At Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground, visitors can see preserved dinosaur footprints in the riverbed. "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," explains Julie W.

Riverside wading: The shallow sections of the Paluxy River provide excellent spots for cooling off. "It was a great, centrally located park. Dinosaur World is literally across the street (easily walkable) and Dinosaur Valley State Park is an easy drive. We loved the location of our spot = EASY access to the river (path was directly across from 411) and it was great for hanging out in the water," notes Tiffany H. at Dinosaur Valley RV Park.

Fishing excursions: Several parks offer fishing access without requiring a long hike. "Free camping near the water. Can't beat that with a stick. We came in February and it was cold that night. Plenty of light, maybe to much if you're a dark sky's person but there are nice spots with trees," says Jesse P. about Hunter Park in Granbury.

What campers like

Easy river access: Campers appreciate sites that provide direct paths to the Paluxy River. "Guests of DVRVP can access the river by following a small trail at one corner of the park by the entrance of DVSP. Our family spent a whole day in the river a minute walk from our camper," Jim H. noted about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.

Wildlife watching: The native habitat supports various animals that campers enjoy observing. "Lovely park. Beautiful location and property surrounded by oak trees with an abundance of horses, cattle, a few donkeys and one goat," writes Sallie H. about 4C's Rodeo Ranch & RV Park.

Swimming holes: Natural water features rank highly among camper favorites. "This is a beautiful State Park with miles of trails, year round family activities, and dinosaur foot prints. Most of the trails, and primitive camp sites, are accessed by fording the river. This can be impossible depending on recent rain," explains Caleb H. about Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground.

What you should know

Seasonal river conditions: Water levels can make certain areas inaccessible during rainy periods. "I stayed in the primitive camping area. You hike between 1-2.5 miles across the river to sites. If the river is too high these sites may be closed. Water is only available at the trailhead," notes GoWhereYouAreDraw N. about Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground.

Limited drinking water: Some parks have restricted water facilities. "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)," Janie M. explains about Hunter Park.

Campsite exposure: Many sites lack natural shade. "A cute little park with lots of picnic tables, a pier, and a huge field. The lake is gorgeous, but if you are car camping or tent camping, be wary about the fact that there will be little to no shade," warns sav about Hunter Park.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Look for campgrounds with specific family features. "This campground is very family oriented, playgrounds, a 'real' fort, teepee, basketball court, hiking trails, and a huge family pool. There's also a grown up only pool with a hot tub!" recommends Cat R. about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.

Educational activities: Several parks offer nature learning opportunities. "The area is amazing and kids love it too!!" shares Alexis H. about Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground, while another camper adds, "We all loved this park! Our sites were good size and perfect for us. We walked to the Dino tracks from our sites too! Fishing was good."

Family-specific sites: Request spots with easier access to attractions. "Great for the family! Has 80 ft pull through with full hookup. Five cabins. Two swimming pools and hot tub. River and state park access. Weekend activities like movie night, s'mores, hay rides, and petting zoo," reports Mark C. about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.

Tips from RVers

Pull-through availability: Several parks offer easy-access sites for larger rigs. "This is a new campground and very nice. All sites are pull thru (approx 80') with a lot of space between spaces. Grass is about 80% in for the pups," notes Bill B. about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.

Highway proximity: Some campgrounds provide quick access to main routes. "We needed a last minute place to stay, and the lady who answered the phone was super nice. She gave us a fantastic pull-through spot with full hookups (30 and 50 amp) for a price that was the best we have ever seen. The park has fantastic access to the highway," shares Alejandro G. about Midway Pines RV Park.

Leveling considerations: Site conditions vary across the best places to camp near Bluff Dale. "Not too busy and pretty quiet. 30 and 50 amp pull through and back in RV spots. Water and sewage hookups. Can be windy here, be careful with your awnings," advises Mary N. about Vw's Spot.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Bluff Dale, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, Bluff Dale, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 150 campgrounds and RV parks near Bluff Dale, TX and 5 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Bluff Dale, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Bluff Dale, TX is Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 60 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Bluff Dale, TX?

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

What parks are near Bluff Dale, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Bluff Dale, TX that allow camping, notably Proctor Lake and Benbrook Lake.