Elgin, Texas sits at an elevation of around 595 feet with a humid subtropical climate that creates particularly hot summers from May through September, when temperatures regularly exceed 90°F. The area around Elgin features rolling prairies and riparian zones along the Colorado River, which runs southeast of town. RV campers should note that many parks in this region remain open year-round but have limited shade coverage during summer months.
What to do
Tubing the Colorado River: At River Forest Haven, visitors can enjoy casual river floating. "The tubing is great for people with children who don't necessarily want to go tubing two to four hours... Very short route but water safety should be practiced as it is very deep in some areas," notes Guillermo L.
Explore downtown Austin: Camping near Elgin puts you within striking distance of Austin attractions. "This campground is so close to downtown! We were there in about 10 or 15 minutes. Our spot is gravel and level. Not too many empty spots! We have a nice table outside and a small grill," explains Deanna W. from Austin.
Biking Lady Bird Lake: Active campers can access Austin's urban trails. "Biked around Lady Bird Lake - nice 10 mile path that goes by city. Took great tour of where Austin City Limits is filmed and tour of capital," shares Carol J. who stayed at Oak Forest RV Park.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many RV parks Elgin, Texas offer generous spacing. "Sites are nice distance from one another and nice size. Fit our 43' Motorhome with dolly," notes Roxanna L. who appreciated the concrete pads at Austin Lone Star RV Community.
Security features: "This rv resort plays up the RESORT aspect. It's near perfect. Right off the highway, safe (gated entry), well kept, pretty," writes Joana A. "Very secure, codes used to enter gate, pool, showers/restrooms & 24hour laundry room," adds Jeannine D.
Proximity to amenities: Colinas RV Park offers practical access to retail. "Close to HEB and Walmart, and the BBQ nearby is some of the best in Texas," says rspillers84, highlighting the convenience of camping near Elgin's services.
What you should know
Highway noise levels: Some parks have road noise issues. "It's located along the freeway, so there is some road noise. However, at night it was pretty quiet," reports Marnie G. about staying near major thoroughfares.
Site variations: "We camped with both a motorhome and a tent. There were plenty of sites though some were better than others. Sites on the River seem best. Sites 30-50 where we stayed do the job but some were missing fire pits and tables," explains Taylor about River Forest Haven.
Booking considerations: During peak periods, availability can be limited. "Easy last minute booking which was nice because we couldn't find many other camping spots nearby for this price," notes Taylor about River Forest Haven's accessibility compared to other properties.
Tips for camping with families
Look for activity programs: Some Elgin area RV parks organize regular events. "Every night they have something going on and they text you each day with activities. They text you when you get a shipment," describes Roxanna L.
Consider shade coverage: Summer heat makes tree cover valuable. "We really enjoyed this place for the people and the location. We enjoyed tubing and fishing, but the campfires were the best," shares Lisa E., highlighting how natural features enhance the camping experience.
Check facility cleanliness: Pecan Grove RV Park visitor Bounding Around noted, "The facilities weren't in the best of shape, but that didn't bother us– we were right near so many things to check out. We went on bike rides and runs right from the site."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling requirements: Many campers note leveling challenges. "Not perfectly level, but we wiggled the trailer around a bit in the spot until we got close. Full hookups," reports David R. from Flatonia RV Ranch.
Laundry facility access: "Laundry facility had 6 sets of washer/dryers. Credit card or app. No cash," explains Denise V., highlighting an important amenity for long-term stays.
Wi-Fi reliability: Connectivity varies between properties. "Right off the highway, safe (gated entry), well kept, pretty. The owners do a great job of contacting you with all the instructions and help you might need before you even arrive," notes Joana A., describing the comprehensive communication at Austin Lone Star RV Community.
