Erin R.
Guide
GuideDouble Lake NF Campground
Cool Spot
Great RV campsite #36. Pull thru and has great privacy. Walking trail around like is near. Not to many fire ant poles. Near by groceries store and town playground close by.
Best Equestrian Camping near Coldspring, TX
White Rock Horse Camp provides level areas for dispersed camping with access to horse riding trails. Located in Kennard, Texas, approximately 60 miles northwest of Coldspring, this campground accommodates both tent and RV campers with horses. The camp features basic amenities including toilets but lacks shower facilities, hookups, and trash service. Several level camping areas throughout the property allow for comfortable setup with horses. The campground remains accessible via car with good roads suitable for smaller trailers, though RV campers should bring levelers for uneven terrain.
The horse riding trails surrounding White Rock Horse Camp connect to the broader Sam Houston National Forest trail system. Riders should note that hunting seasons affect trail safety, making certain periods less advisable for equestrian activities. The camp's design accommodates various trailer sizes, though larger rigs may find some areas challenging to navigate. Trail conditions vary seasonally, with some routes crossing streams and featuring substantial tree cover for shade during hot Texas summers. The natural setting provides ample opportunities for day-long trail rides through diverse forest terrain. Campers should bring all necessary supplies as amenities are limited and the nearest supply points require significant travel.
Best Equestrian Sites Near Coldspring, Texas (7)
1. Huntsville State Park Campground
69 ReviewsHuntsville, TX24 milesWebsite+1 (936) 295-5644$15 - $60 / night
"Located on the west edge of the east Texas piney woods, this state park features excellent RV and tent camping facilities, and a beautiful network of heavily forested trails."
"The sites are spacious as in most Texas state parks, and there are many shaded sites. The waterfront sites are tiered. The upper tier is where you park your rig. "
2. Double Lake NF Campground
7 ReviewsColdspring, TX3 milesWebsite+1 (936) 344-6205"Walking trail around like is near. Not to many fire ant poles. Near by groceries store and town playground close by."
"Deep in the woods and on a nice shallow lake. Fantastic for walks around the lake, playing in the park, and fun trails. Camp grounds are spacious and we'll thought out."
3. New Adventure RV Park
Be the first to review!Coldspring, TX3 milesWebsite+1 (936) 239-4517$39 / night
4. SAM HOUSTON (Houston/Conroe/Huntsville Area)
2 ReviewsNew Waverly, TX24 miles"Campgrounds have a variety of amenities to choose from, including screened shelters, which are great if you get caught in a Texas sized downpour or if the mosquitoes are particularly aggressive, a pond"
5. The Preserve RV Resort
1 ReviewCleveland, TX27 milesWebsite+1 (281) 592-9168"Have 3 little boys who enjoy fishing and they have plenty of creeks and ponds near campsites; it isn’t the most luxurious parks but if your looking for a state park feel this place is a home run!"
6. White Rock Horse Camp
1 ReviewKennard, TX47 milesWebsite$10 / night
"Great hiking / horse riding trails around. Would not recommend this area during hunting season. Accessible via car, good roads, smaller trailers. If RVing, will need levelers."
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David L.
TravelerHuntsville State Park Campground
A Little Bit of Pine Forest Heaven
Located on the west edge of the east Texas piney woods, this state park features excellent RV and tent camping facilities, and a beautiful network of heavily forested trails. The lake offers canoeing, kayaking, swimming and fishing, and affords visitors an occasional glimpse of alligators. We love this place.
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Seeking NarniaTravelerWhite Rock Horse Camp
Nice dispersed camping
Nice area for dispersed camping. Several level areas. Great hiking / horse riding trails around. Would not recommend this area during hunting season. Accessible via car, good roads, smaller trailers. If RVing, will need levelers.
Debbie J.
LegendHuntsville State Park Campground
Good Weekend Getaway Close to Houston
I like Huntsville State Park campground for a long weekend getaway. It is about an hour north of Houston not far off Interstate 45, so very easily accessible. They have a large campground section which is only campsites, and also another section on the other side of a cove that is more of a recreational section which has a swimming beach, cabins, screened shelters, etc. This state park gets very crowded in the summertime, with campers as well as lots of day use folks enjoying the water. It is hard to get a campsite reservation, so plan ahead!
The sites are spacious as in most Texas state parks, and there are many shaded sites. The waterfront sites are tiered. The upper tier is where you park your rig. Then there is a retaining wall and steps to walk down to the lower tier where the picnic table, fire ring, lantern post, etc.. are located. We really didn't ever go down to the lower part of our site because it was inconvenient. It was a good place to walk the dogs though. The campground does slope slightly and the sites are not all real level, so be sure to bring your "legos" if you don't have a leveling system on your rig. The grounds did not seem to be as well maintained as some other state parks I've been to. We couldn't use the picnic table because it was surrounded by tall weeds and had a lot of spider webs under it. Bath house was not well maintained and kind of dingy. It was also not ventilated well and felt like a sauna as it was so humid in July.
There is a nice fishing pier and several places to fish off the bank. A ranger told me there are alligators in the lake, so be careful.
Ron V.GuideHuntsville State Park Campground
The Solitude of Huntsville State Park
I was totally surprised at the beauty of this park. I stayed in a screened shelter site with a view of the lake. The weather was cold, but I came prepared and setup my tent in the shelter. The park has many trails and view points. The staff at check-in were extremely helpful and you could tell they love their job. Ended up purchasing a Texas Parks Pass because I am quickly learning that Texas has some of the best camping in the country.
- Deborah C.Legend
Huntsville State Park Campground
Huntsville Texas tent camping March, 2018
We took our family here on a Texas state park camping trip. The park rangers explain basics of camping. It was a great experience for our family. The park is very family friendly and tent friendly. It is on a lake that has fishing, kayaking and paddle boats. The facilities were nice and clean.
Jim P.
RangerHuntsville State Park Campground
Nice weekend getaway
Lots of sites, but still need to make reservations way in advance, suppose due to its proximity to Houston. Very well kept park with clean facilities, and partial as well as full hookups. Close to Huntsville, so if you are needing supplies or just want to go into town and not cook you are golden. Small lake with paddle boats and good fishing. Fairly flat terrain and trails are well maintained, but not terribly scenic.
- jjasmine L.Ranger
Huntsville State Park Campground
Real good
I stayed here for my second week after camping in Sam Houston forest for almost a week. The place was slightly better than camping in sam houston. We managed to get a site right next to the water. The site was a little bigger than camping in sam Houston. There was a lot of people swimming in the water but not close to our campsite. They were swimming further down. The locals said there were a lot of catfish but we were not able to catch any after trying for some time. The fee to enter the park was 5 dollars as we were leaving because we did not enter through the main entrance to the park.
- JJessica V.
ScoutSAM HOUSTON (Houston/Conroe/Huntsville Area)
Pond, Swimming, Trails, Shelters, this State Park has it all!
Campgrounds have a variety of amenities to choose from, including screened shelters, which are great if you get caught in a Texas sized downpour or if the mosquitoes are particularly aggressive, a pond with optional row boat rentals, and swimming spot. There isn't much variation in the trail terrain, though they may cross a stream here and there and have a good deal of tree cover from that hot TX sun. Overall, a great spot that is not too far out of the city to make a nice weekend getaway in the forest.
Guide to Coldspring
White Rock Horse Camp offers dispersed camping for equestrians approximately 60 miles northwest of Coldspring, Texas in the Sam Houston National Forest. The area provides several level camping spots with direct access to forest trails. The campground sits at an elevation of about 300 feet in the Piney Woods region, characterized by loblolly pine and hardwood forests that provide substantial shade during summer months when temperatures regularly exceed 90°F.
What to do
Trail riding: The horse trails at White Rock connect to the broader Sam Houston National Forest trail system with varying terrain. "Deep in the woods and on a nice shallow lake. Fantastic for walks around the lake, playing in the park, and fun trails," notes Devin P. about Double Lake NF Campground.
Fishing opportunities: Multiple water access points around Coldspring provide fishing options. "Beautiful little lake, relaxing hiking and clean sites. Quite a bit of wildlife and pretty good fishing," shares Amanda C. about the Double Lake area.
Hiking the forest: The Sam Houston National Forest offers numerous hiking trails with moderate elevation changes. "There isn't much variation in the trail terrain, though they may cross a stream here and there and have a good deal of tree cover from that hot TX sun," explains Jessica V. about SAM HOUSTON (Houston/Conroe/Huntsville Area).
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate the spacing and natural barriers between camping areas. "Very quiet, sites not on top of each other (some more private than others), gravel pads for rv, tent, table, lantern post and campfire ring," reports JenniferWinning about Double Lake NF Campground.
Natural water features: The creeks and ponds near camping areas enhance the experience for many visitors. "We have enjoyed our stay at the preserve! Have 3 little boys who enjoy fishing and they have plenty of creeks and ponds near campsites," mentions Zachery S. about The Preserve RV Resort.
Quiet atmosphere: The remote nature of many Coldspring area campgrounds provides a peaceful setting. "Quite and peaceful. A little pricey for public land but a great campground nonetheless," states Erin R. regarding Double Lake NF Campground.
What you should know
Seasonal accessibility: Trail and camping conditions vary significantly with rainfall. "If RVing, will need levelers," advises Seeking Narnia about White Rock Horse Camp.
Hunting season awareness: Be mindful of hunting seasons which affect trail safety for equestrian camping near Coldspring. Always wear bright colors during hunting periods and check local regulations.
Limited amenities: Most dispersed camping areas require self-sufficiency. "It isn't the most luxurious parks but if your looking for a state park feel this place is a home run!" explains Zachery S. about The Preserve RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
First-come camping options: Some sites cannot be reserved in advance. "Quick place to hop in and set up your tent if you're out trailriding in the forest! 24 hour first come, first serve campsites," advises Preston M. about Double Lake NF Campground.
Water recreation: Lakes and ponds provide swimming opportunities during hot months. "An excellent quiet NF campground with a nice swimming area and ample bathrooms/showers," notes Matthew B. about Double Lake NF Campground.
Proximity to Houston: Many Coldspring area campgrounds make practical weekend trips. "Will definitely return, as it was only an hour from Houston!" states Devin P. about the Double Lake area.
Tips from RVers
Site selection for privacy: Look for pull-through sites with natural screening. "Great RV campsite #36. Pull thru and has great privacy. Walking trail around like is near," recommends Erin R. about Double Lake.
Leveling requirements: Bring proper leveling equipment for uneven terrain. The natural contours of Sam Houston National Forest mean few perfectly level sites exist.
Supply planning: The distance to stores requires advance planning. "Near by groceries store and town playground close by," notes Erin R., though many camping areas are much more remote with limited access to supplies.
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