Glamping sites near Eastland, Texas provide year-round access to outdoor recreation in central Texas, where the Cross Timbers region meets the western prairie. Winter temperatures typically range from 30-60°F, while summers reach 90-100°F with occasional thunderstorms. Most sites require reservations up to six months in advance, with peak booking periods occurring March through October.
What to do
Kayaking opportunities: Possum Kingdom State Park offers kayak rentals directly at the dock for visitors without their own equipment. "This is one of my favorite parks to kayak or canoe at! You can rent them right there at the dock. You can rent jet skis, as well!" notes Michelle M. about the water recreation options.
Scorpion hunts: Park rangers lead guided nighttime scorpion hunts at Possum Kingdom using special equipment. "There was a Scorpion hunt our first night - where they meet and use a black light to seek out the little monsters... All the same, a cool activity that I would have enjoyed," explains a visitor to Possum Kingdom State Park.
Fishing at multiple lakes: Proctor Lake at Copperas Creek offers well-maintained fishing piers with lighting for night fishing. "Fishing is great off the nearby fishing dock and a lot of people came with boats. Sites 11-14 are in the shade and right on the water!" reports Paige M. about her experience at Copperas Creek.
What campers like
CCC historic structures: Lake Brownwood features unique buildings constructed during the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. "This park is a gem. Located on the shores of Lake Brownwood. It's a civilian conservation Corp park and has many wonderful pavilions and guest halls and guest houses for rent," shares Sallie H. about the historic features.
Wildlife viewing: The parks offer opportunities to spot deer, wild turkeys, and various bird species. "We hiked the Lakeside Trail and the lake was perfect for our kayaks!" mentions Margot about her stay at Lake Brownwood State Park, where wildlife sightings are common along shoreline trails.
Scenic hiking trails: The Lakeview Trail at Possum Kingdom provides moderate terrain with lake vistas. "Trails are well maintained and very nice, we mostly did the Lakeview Trail, but it was a great hike, not too strenuous but with great views of the lake," describes Jim P. about the hiking options.
What you should know
Reservation timing: For prime waterfront sites, book 3-6 months in advance, especially for summer weekends. "During the week we were one of two trailers in our area," notes Paige M. about Copperas Creek, suggesting weekday visits offer more availability.
Site variations: Campsite quality and size vary significantly within the same park. "Site 69 not level (68 looked better). Both are on green space facing the lake. Showers old but great hot water," warns Mark M. about Lake Brownwood, highlighting the importance of researching specific site numbers before booking.
Insect preparation: Gnats and flies are common at Lake Brownwood, particularly in warmer months. "Pretty buggy (gnats/flies—did not see mosquitos). VERY quiet (we were also the only campers in this area)," reports Mark M., suggesting bringing proper repellent.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Lake Brownwood offers easy shoreline trails suitable for children of all ages. "We have been renting cabins here for years. Each cabin is rustic and unique. There are tons of easy trails and shore access. It has great fishing areas, bridges, and stone structures to explore as well," recommends Ashley S. from Lake Brownwood State Park.
Multi-generation accommodations: Several parks offer cabins with electricity and beds for families with varying camping experience levels. "Nice campgrounds. Very neat and clean. Showers & Laundry available. Nicely maintained RV spots and cabins," notes Pamela B. about the accommodation options at Lost Creek RV Park.
Swimming areas: Designated swimming zones provide safer water access for families with children. "The RV sites are not very private but still, it was a good time, because of the rain the previous nights we were able to do a fire finally. It seems like a good place for fishing there were plenty of people doing that also," explains Mic R. about recreational options.
Tips from RVers
Site selection strategy: At Possum Kingdom, sites vary significantly in width and access. "Only complaint is the width of the campsite. I don't know that all were as narrow as ours, but site 20 is a really tight squeeze. Went off the side a couple of times trying to get in," cautions Jim P..
Utility connections: Some parks have below-ground water hookups which can be challenging. "The site has lots of shade trees with a view of the lake (not lakeside). Sites are not on top of each other, but no type of barrier between sites. Water had a terrible smell," reports Pam J. about Copperas Creek, highlighting the importance of bringing extra hose length and water filters.
Site surface quality: Site conditions vary across parks, with some having maintenance issues. "Pads are broken up almost to the point of dangerous. Walked around in flip flops and had tar balls attach to my feet," warns Robin B. about conditions that might affect RV setup and outdoor comfort.
