Campgrounds near Frisco, Texas range from secluded spots with abundant wildlife to lakeside sites with modern amenities. Elevations in the area average 500-700 feet above sea level, with North Texas temperatures reaching over 100°F in summer months. Most camping areas maintain paved roads and concrete pads suitable for tents and RVs year-round.
What to do
Mountain biking trails: Erwin Park in McKinney offers 9 miles of maintained single-track trails for riders of all skill levels. One visitor noted, "Great easy spot for day camping or easy car camping with family. Good fire pits and great pavilion at the group site if you can get it. Best mountain bike single tracks around with lots of built features."
Swimming at designated beaches: Ray Roberts Lake State Park features a roped-off swimming area with sand beaches for cooling off during hot months. A camper mentioned, "There's also a fantastic beach swim area for day use or to visit while your camping. Nice sand and roped off swimming areas with large playgrounds."
Fishing from shore or docks: Many campgrounds around Frisco allow fishing directly from campsites or designated piers. A visitor at Willow Grove Park shared, "The lake was warm and there was a little 'beach' for swimming- I would recommend water shoes and floaties!"
What campers like
Private sites with shade: Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake offers well-spaced sites with mature trees. A camper explained, "I camped at site 39 and it was an asphalt/gravel pad and fairly level. Water pressure was good and there was lots of shade and ample privacy between sites in this section."
Concrete walkways: Some parks maintain paved pathways that connect camping areas to facilities. At Isle du Bois, a visitor reported, "Sites on the perimeter all have lake access where you can pull a boat up. We have car camped on a few occasions here and each time we saw plenty of deer around camp."
Convenient proximity to urban amenities: Many campers appreciate how Hidden Cove Park & Marina balances natural surroundings with nearby services. As one reviewer noted, "The location of this campground feels secluded from the city but close to the highway so you can be in the city within a few minutes drive."
What you should know
Air traffic noise: Several campgrounds experience overhead air traffic from DFW International Airport, particularly those on the southern side of area lakes.
Weekend crowding: Local parks fill quickly during warm months, especially at lakeside locations. A visitor to Pilot Knoll Park advised, "It isn't a large park and it can be difficult to get a reservation but it is so conveniently located basically in the middle of the Metroplex."
Water access varies by site: Waterfront campsites book fastest and offer direct access to swimming, fishing, and boat launches. A camper at Hickory Creek observed, "In my opinion a few of the best sites are on a little peninsula (sites 91, 92, 93 looked prime) with a little sandy beach and access into a cove of the lake."
Security considerations: Some parks have limited gate control. A Willow Grove Park visitor mentioned, "The park is technically closed at 10pm but there's no gate and technically anyone can drive in any time. I saw the police drive through often, but it still didn't feel as secure as other campsites I've been to."
Tips for camping with families
Check out playgrounds: The Vineyards Campground & Cabins received high marks for its children's recreation areas. A visitor raved, "Check-in was very easy, sites were very clean and well maintained, playground was amazing with an awesome 'roller-coaster' swing that the teenagers even loved."
Consider sites near water with gradual entry: For families with younger children, look for camping sites with easy water access. At Lake Park Campground, a camper noted, "The lake has plenty of areas for swimming for all ages."
Look for wildlife viewing opportunities: Many local parks provide opportunities for children to observe native Texas animals. A camper at Ray Roberts Lake State Park shared, "We have car camped on a few occasions here and each time we saw plenty of deer around camp."
Tips from RVers
Check electrical hookup locations: At some parks, hookups may be positioned inconveniently. A Lake Park visitor mentioned, "Connections for water and electric aren't in best spots but able to reach. They offer extension cords."
Water pressure considerations: Some parks have very high water pressure that can damage RV plumbing. A camper at Pilot Knoll noted, "I found the water pressure too strong for my class b as the pressure caused a link under my sink. Convinced me to purchase my own water pressure resistor gauge."
Dump station locations vary: Not all parks have sewer hookups at individual sites. An RVer at Willow Grove explained, "Dump station is near the middle school outside the park so had to drive our tote 1/4-1/2 mile up the street with a decent amount of traffic."
