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Scout
Site all gravel or grass. Spotting your spot number at night is a walking job. On-site Cafe looks like it closed for the foreseeable future. No frills, but everything you need for a quick rv stop. Nothing really nearby.
ScoutClean park. Bathroom and shower very clean. Would definitely recommend.
Legend
There was no problem finding this campground(CG) as it is right off I-10 adjacent to a Valero gas station. We had paid online, and per the emailed instructions, we went and chose an empty site. After driving through and looking at sites that didn’t have trees that would interfere with our slide-outs, we went into pull-through site 29 with FHUs. As we were only staying overnight, we did not use water and sewer. The CG’s sites are all pull-throughs with FHUs. About 1/4 of the sites are transient workers or full-timers. When we were here towards the end of January, there were plenty of sites to choose from. Our site was plenty long enough for our 40’ 5th wheel and F450. This is a basic CG with no internet, but they have a laundry room on the back of the Saddleback Steakhouse and Bar that has seen better days. There’s also an unmanned office with instructions and a drop box for campers without a reservation. There were plenty of sites that have clear shots to the sky for satellite. We got 3 bars on Verizon. We should have used our sound machine as there’s a lot of road noise from I-10. There’s no formal dog park, but there is plenty of room to walk your dog. Other than the price, one of the reasons we stayed here was the raving reviews by other campers on the Saddleback Steakhouse and Saloon, especially their ribeyes. Boy, were we disappointed. We were expecting a big Texas-style steak. The steak was maybe 1/4 inch thick, and the hand-cut fries were greasy. This may be the only place in the US that still allows smoking inside. They live by their own rules here. On the bright side, this dive-type bar was interesting and somewhat entertaining depending on your views as this establishment is clearly pro-Trump and anti-Biden.
GuideOverall, this is a very nice clean place to stay. It was originally a KOA but is now privately owned. It does have nice facility showers brought back it is that the site are very close to each other.
GuideEvery picture tells a story, don't it.
GuideWe actually stayed here for a week, part of relocating from Texas over to the desert for the winter.
The Pros:
• Easy in and out. You can actually just go right to the back of the gas station there and cut left, big entrance area, though going to the right of the Saloon and restaurant does put you going the right way for....
• Large, long spots. Now, some have a cone in them, I'd guess some problem with one of the three hookups, but I don't know. Some of them are also overgrown.
• Plenty of room, really. This isn't a place people stay for long, being next to the highway, I would guess. So when you're trying to "reserve" a spot on the phone, it'll pretty much be "just come on".
• During our stay we had reliable power and water, no issues. Decent water pressure as well. We did hit some freezing overnights so I just filled the tanks and we ran off that until we left. I didn't actually hook up to the sewer at all.
• The onsite bar and restaurant isn't bad.
The Cons:
• Not really a problem for me, but you ARE next to a truck stop and a highway, but honestly, I didn't hear them really at all during the night unless I was listening for it.
• There was someone with loose dogs. As a former traveling-with-dog RVer, that annoys me to a VERY great deal. I don't know your dog, mine always seemed to get attacked. Keep your dog on a leash, please.
• Again, not a problem for me, but the bar/restaurant is very right wing Republican. F*** Biden flags, Trump Won, etc. Just warning you. The patrons and staff didn't say or do anything untoward, but if this kind of stuff bothers you and you're easily offended, just be aware.
• It took me second time to realize that my chicken fried steak wasn't just awesomely tender, but rather I'm pretty sure it was hamburger. The batter and gravy was good, really, all the food was good. (Though we did feel a little ripped off at 5 or 6 small onion rings for $6.99.) There is a great Mexican restaurant in town (as much as there is any town to Balmorhea), too, be sure to check hours and such. It's called La Cueva de Oso.
GuideWe stayed here two nights while we swam in balmorhea. We pulled in late at night and we just placed $20 in the office , picked a spot and slept. The next day we swam all day and returned to a different spot. Same easy process, leave $20 in the office with your spit number. All spots are open and have full hook ups. Some are overgrown with weeds and the water isn’t accessible so choose wisely. Gravel and level spots, next to a gas station and diner.
TravelerThis is a no frills campsite, but it met our basic requirements for an overnight stay. We arrived at 8 pm on a Friday and decided to eat at the on-site restaurant/ bar. Despite the rustic outdoor appearance, the food was homemade and quite tasty. I’d have no issue staying here again.
GuideWe pre booked our stay (paid on line). Received an email and text on the day we arrived. It’s an open RV park which is nice as we chose our spot. Closest to the mountains (although they are in the distance). Smell of Creosote this morning was amazing. Only here for a night but loved this site. Very basic no pool or hot tub or even a shuffle board court but definitely fit the bill. Restaurant next door circle bar and saloon. Great bar and food is great and reasonable. Highly recommend a stay here if you like basics and friendly people.
Guide
First, the plus side: inexpensive, neighborhood seems friendly, close to town. Things to consider: very neglected looking with weeds, trash, and unused stuff just sitting around; showers and bath house inoperable; no manager on site so resident yelling, slamming doors, banging on stuff at all hours of the night is never addressed; free range dogs, cats, even a goat! With only a little work, it could certainly attract many from the Walmart lot!
GuideOverall good experience. Plenty of vacancy - no reservations needed. $20 cash in an envelope gets you full hookups (50/30 amp - powerpoles in good shape), water (good quality/ pressure), and sewage. No picnic tables or bbq/fire. Nice access to store, gas, ice, and steakhouse/bar (I didn't visit). Nice landscape, but lots of goatheads (thorns) that get in your dog's paws. Quiet nights, despite popular truckstop adjacent.
Ranger$20 for FHU. All utilities worked great. Campground has been beautifully landscaped with various cacti. Despite being adjacent to the truck stop and interstate, there was surprisingly little noise. They even taken a large plot of land next to the campground and filled it with various native plants and cacti with a nice walking trail through it (perfect to stretch your legs after a long drive). We definitely would stay here again when passing through.
ScoutClean basic park with full hookups. Staff were friendly and helpful. Easy On/off the highway without much traffic noise.
TravelerClean, friendly, and easy to get to
ScoutBig pull throughs, small diner and nice dog park.
LegendThis was a good one night stop. Not much around the area. Park is very open with not much shade and very close to each other. Pool needed some TLC but there is a nice pool area to sit and relax. Good individual restrooms/showers. Full hook up site with E/W/S and cable. Laundry facility available. There was a restaurant on site but not open the day we were there.
TravelerClean grounds, fenced dog park and decent pool make this an ideal stop for those traveling the I-10 or looking for a spot for a couple of nights. A little close to the highway but the traffic noise is not too bad
GuideTraveling with Class A 38' RV.
Good spot right off the highway on the east side of Fort Stockton with 30/50 amp spot. We pulled in just for a quick overnight on our way west. Easy pull thru spots and onsite cafe (Not open every day). Onsite Laundry and Showers. Swimming pool seemed maintained but was definitely cold. Playground for the kids was just a couple swings but it was something. Would stay again!
GuideFort Stockton RV Park is a clean, nice stop close to Highway 10. They have 30/50 amp FHU very spacious sites. There are pull-thru and back-in available. There is a nice pool and even a cafe on site that serves breakfast and dinner. Good home cooking! If you have a dog, they will love the large dog-run. This was a great stop while traveling.
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GuidePark has plenty of large sites with full hookups. ATT and Verizon service were both good here. They do have a dog park and a restaurant on site as well. Nothing too fancy about this place, but it's a nice spot to spend the night if you are passing through. There is a walking trail just outside the park that has large areas of trash and abandoned vehicles, which is why I gave the 4 stars instead of 5. Other than that, everything was as expected.
LegendFort Stockton RV park was not what I was expecting for the money, but it served our purpose and was clean, the staff was friendly and the sites were fairly level. Not quite the desert oasis they advertised, but it was a one nighter, so it was fine. Downtown Fort Stockton had a lot of history and we enjoyed driving around and checking it out.
GuideNice clean park with pool, laundry/showers and large dog park. There is a café on site and provides home cooked meals at a reasonable price. Dump station and propane on site. All hookups are 30/50 amp electric with water and sewer. Many drive through sites to accommodate large rigs or rigs towing a vehicle. Free WiFi. There is also a tenting area with parking for tenters.
TravelerGreat spot for a no frills campground. They have lots of pull thru spots, full hook ups. No amenities, but look it’s only 20 dollars.
Traveler
Public camping for tents and RVs. Fishing at lake available, bait shop w some supplies. No firewood (Good luck finding firewood in town. Try the gas station called Uncles.). Free roaming cows made good neighbors.
TravelerA great spot to spend the night traveling through west Texas. Spots were large and level. Park was clean. Cafe is a delicious bonus! Large dog park and pool. They deliver your propane to your site.
LegendFort Stockton is in the middle of nowhere along I-10. But it makes a great stopping point between San Antonio and El Paso. The people are great. The park is reasonably priced. This is our go to place.
ScoutCouldn't ask for a better place for $20. They have a fresh water dispensary and a bar nearby.
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