Camping opportunities near Granger, Texas include a mix of lake-based and park camping sites across Williamson County. Most are situated below 1,000 feet elevation in rolling terrain with hot summers reaching above 95°F and mild winters. The area's camping season runs year-round with spring bringing wildflower displays and summer requiring preparation for high temperatures.
What to do
Swimming at Lake Travis: At Arkansas Bend, campers can access Lake Travis for water activities. "The lake is pretty decent, there are a few small trails around the area, and you are close to a small town," notes a camper who visited in January.
Mountain biking on established trails: Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area offers a 10-mile trail system primarily used by mountain bikers. "With 10 miles of hacking/biking trails that are mostly under tree cover, the park offers a nice amount of day hiking," writes a visitor who appreciated the shade coverage.
Kayaking access points: Water-based activities are accessible at many locations. One visitor at Shaffer Bend Recreation Area mentioned, "There are a few areas along the water you can walk in... The same areas you can walk in would be good for kayaks though. The camp sites are situated along a narrow section of the lake. So, there would be plenty to explore."
What campers like
Spacious, private sites: Campers frequently mention site spacing as a positive feature. At Live Oak Ridge, visitors appreciate the layout: "Large sites with ample vehicle parking that offer substantial distance from the neighboring sites give room to bring multiple vehicles or a boat along with the RV."
Lake views and water access: Many campgrounds offer scenic water views. At Willis Creek, a camper shared: "Very peaceful, clean, spots are pretty spread out with covered picnic tables, fire pit and grill. Site 4 looked the best but 13 was beautiful. Can't get to the water from sites, but the views were amazing and the walk short!"
Night sky visibility: Rural locations provide excellent stargazing opportunities. At Grelle on Lake Travis, one visitor remarked: "Only there for one short night but it was delightful to sit in the water of lake Travis and watch the stars on a warm texas summer night."
What you should know
No dedicated equestrian facilities: While searching for horse campgrounds near Granger, Texas, it's important to note that none of the campgrounds in this dataset offer dedicated horse corrals. Some areas like Shaffer Bend have space for horses, as one camper noted: "The camps are clean. Most are equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. In the large camp area... has a horse pen as well if you're an equestrian enthusiast."
Seasonal concerns: Texas heat affects camping comfort significantly. "We stayed here for 4 days before Memorial Day weekend and it was hot. There are no showers or bath houses. There are Porta-Johns located throughout the campground. Texas in summer can be unforgiving," warned a visitor at Shaffer Bend.
Limited water levels: Lake levels fluctuate seasonally. At Grelle, a recent visitor found: "I brought my family of four here for our first solo camping trip with two littles and we loved it! The drought caused the lake to be pretty dried up so our water front view didn't have much water!"
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some campgrounds feature kid-friendly facilities. A camper at Live Oak Ridge noted: "There is a play ground in the center of the park in a field of beautiful yellow flowers."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children often enjoy animal sightings. At Grelle, a camper observed: "There were lots of deer, really neat to look at. The deer didn't even seem bothered by us."
Beach areas for kids: Pace Bend Park offers water access points that work well for families. One camper described it as having "great cliff jumping and deep-water soloing opportunities for the seeking. Also great swimming/fishing holes."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling information: RVers appreciate level sites that simplify setup. At Arkansas Bend, a camper with a trailer reported: "We were very surprised at how level our gravel campsite was. It made setup a breeze. The loop makes backing into your spot easy."
Tree clearance warnings: Low-hanging branches can damage larger RVs. At Krause Springs, a camper warned: "My only warning is low hanging trees everywhere. I couldn't imagine trying to navigate the campground in a 5th wheel or class A. You could do some rooftop damage."
Campground amenities: Hookup availability varies between locations. Willis Creek provides necessary services: "Water and electric connectors working perfectly. Fire ring and grill at all sites."
