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Camping near Harker Heights, TX
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Belton Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake form the backbone of camping options near Harker Heights, Texas. Several Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds including Dana Peak, Union Grove, Live Oak Ridge, and Cedar Ridge provide established camping with water and electric hookups around these reservoirs. Most campgrounds offer a mix of tent and RV sites, with Union Grove and Cedar Ridge also featuring cabin accommodations. These campgrounds generally sit within 15 miles of Harker Heights, with Dana Peak located just 3 miles from town on Comanche Gap Road.
Reservations are recommended for most campgrounds in the area, particularly during summer months when lakeside sites fill quickly. Many Corps of Engineers campgrounds in the region operate seasonally, with Dana Peak typically open from March through September. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, though lakeside locations benefit from cooling breezes. Winter camping is available at several year-round facilities including Union Grove, Live Oak Ridge, and Mother Neff State Park, located about 30 miles northwest of Harker Heights. Most campgrounds provide basic amenities including picnic tables, fire rings, drinking water, and toilets. As one camper noted, "Dana Peak is a beautiful, well maintained and very clean park. The water is crystal clear, so we just went down and hopped in the water when it got too hot."
Waterfront access represents the primary draw for most campsites in the region, with numerous opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. The Corps of Engineers campgrounds offer spacious sites with good privacy, many featuring covered picnic tables and direct water access. Shade can be limited at certain campgrounds, particularly Dana Peak, making summer camping challenging without additional shade structures. Wildlife viewing opportunities include deer sightings, particularly at Union Grove. Hiking and mountain biking trails are available at Dana Peak and nearby Chalk Ridge Falls. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "This campground has large covered picnic tables, crushed granite sites, and easy water access. The lake is crystal clear with a rocky bottom."
Best Campgrounds near Harker Heights (187)
1. Dana Peak
"Wonderful time with the family walking the trails enjoying the views"
"This is a nice campground with spacious sites right on the lake with covered picnic tables. The park has many miles of mountain bike and hiking trails."
from $20 - $120 / night
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"It is located on Belton Lake. It is a gated entrance and the gates locked at 11:00pm. Our site was situated at the end of the loop and it was very spacious. It had water/electric with a dump station."
"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. "
from $24 - $30 / night
Check Availability3. Military Park Fort Hood Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
"We ended up near the entrance with full hookups for our Trailer. The spot are decent didn’t mind the area we were at. My only thing is the area could be better maintained."
"The lake was nice to canoe on and had a beautiful view of the sunset. The bathrooms were to far to walk so we had to drive to them ever time and there were no showers so this was a negative."
from $6 - $18 / night
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"The lake is gorgeous, with wildlife all around. A must stop by and enjoy what central Texas has to offer."
"Asphalt with grass all around. The roads are one way, so it’s a hike to the dumpster. The sites sit on the lake but there is really limited lake access due to the craggy nature of the shore line."
from $24 - $60 / night
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"Has 30 & 50 amp hookups with water does not have sewer hookups at sites but does have dump station close by."
"The lake is beautiful and the rock formations are so cool. Fish were jumping, so probably a great spot to go fishing."
from $20 - $200 / night
Check Availability6. Mother Neff State Park Campground
"Texas Parks & Wildlife (TPW) goes BIG with this sweet little park! In 2015, a new Visitors Center and 20-site campground were built among the remnants of the old CCC structures."
"Great park (first one in Texas) that has some interesting history. So well maintained. Site 007 has some great shade and a cute feral kitty that comes begging for food."
from $25 - $160 / night
Check Availability7. Westcliff
"Great access to water for fishing.swim area.clean bathrooms and showers.friendly staff.quiet peaceful.great place to take your family.boat ramp too.we love it."
"Was possible they were waiting to mow until right before the weekend but the grass even around the campsites was about 8-10 inches and over a foot the rest of the way near the bathrooms."
from $20 - $30 / night
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"My wife and I got away from the city here several years ago. We weren't sure where to go and settled at this nice park near the lake."
"There are several other areas in and around this park where you can explore or even do some primitive day camping."
from $120 / night
Check Availability9. Tranquil Gardens RV Park
from $40 / night
10. Gather Campground
"The exercise room was particularly impressive, and the spacious and clean lots added to the overall positive experience."
"We don’t have pets, but there are pet areas around the campground that the guests used frequently."
from $32 - $82 / night
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Drive Time
- 7 min from Killeen, TX
- 50 min from Waco, TX
- 56 min from Austin, TX
- 1 hr 33 min from College Station, TX
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Recent Reviews near Harker Heights, TX
658 Reviews of 187 Harker Heights Campgrounds
- Collin P.
ScoutGather Campground
Under previous management this place was amazing
We had a very positive experience at this campground when Thomas and Grae were managing it. Unfortunately, since the change in management, our experience has changed considerably. Several new rules have been implemented, but residents were not notified by email, text, or any other form of communication. However, management did not hesitate to send unpleasant emails when we unknowingly violated rules we had never been told about. The new office staff have been rude and, in our experience, seem more focused on themselves and TikTok than on serving the residents. One of our biggest concerns has been the lack of communication. Charges have been added to our account without an invoice, email, or explanation. During the two years we stayed here, we also experienced multiple serious electrical issues with the campground’s power. On two occasions, the power to our site either shut off unexpectedly in the middle of the night or caused an electrical fire. When these incidents occurred, no one was available to assist us. We tried calling the after-hours contact number but were unable to reach anyone. The playground has also been closed for several weeks because of rattlesnake concerns, yet residents were not given clear information or updates. My daughter and I played there for several hours. We went home to get a snack and some water, and when we returned, we found a paper sign stating that the playground was closed permanently because of a rattlesnake infestation. Residents, especially families with young children, should have been clearly notified about this safety issue. The sense of community has also changed. Under the previous management, the campground hosted cookouts and other activities that made the park feel welcoming and family-friendly. Unfortunately, those activities have stopped, and the overall atmosphere no longer feels the same. It is disappointing to see how much the campground has changed. We truly enjoyed staying here under the previous management, but based on our recent experiences, we have significant concerns about communication, safety, customer service, and the overall management of the park.
- Phillip B.Scout
Roger's Park
Roger's Park
It was discovered by a guy named Roger who was drunk and stumbled down a limestone wall and he had to climb his way out of it. It is a three and a half mile stretch of limestone wall ranging from 10 ft to its highest point being about 25 to 30. There are all kinds of routes and it's really just a few people type of spot. There is a small fire circle and all trash is taken out. It overlooks lake Belton and right around the way there is a boat ramp. You parked back on the road and have to hike all of maybe 200 ft at the most. Don't forget to lock your doors and bring anything valuable to the site with you.
Garet W.GuideSunset Ranch RV Park
Love Sunset Ranch
This is my fourth stay at Sunset Ranch. What a great RV park. Easy hookups and a nicely maintained park. Plenty of space between sites.
- TThomas C.Guide
Jim Hogg - Lake Georgetown
Nice state oark
Great camping except no septic hookups. Get a spot along the lake
- PPeter N.Scout
Jim Hogg - Lake Georgetown
Park is closing July 20th
Booked a two week stay at Jim Hog park but was told that the park is closing on July 20th and won’t reopen till May 2027
Jim P.
RangerMother Neff State Park Campground
Very nice, well maintained park!
This is a small park with a lot to offer. Short stay but can’t wait to come back!
Great birding, well marked trails and cool history, especially as it relates to the CCC.
- DDenise P.Scout
Belaire Junction RV Park
Management
I arrived to this campsite Bel-Air RV Park in Temple, Texas at 4:30 PM. The office was already closed. I called the number that was provided. No one answered. The email that was sent to me did not have my campsite and I had no idea where to go the gate code. Nothing. I knew that the manager lived upstairs and I honked and her husband came down and let me know that my campsite was 131 and the code for the gate. Since then it’s been one chaotic adventure after another. I get random text messages from the office saying that my checkout time is at 11 o’clock, which is always an incorrect text. I’m a traveling nurse took a three month assignment and signed a three month lease on this pad site so these random text messages move out date was always very annoying.
- BBillie K.Guide
Inks Lake State Park Campground
What a beautiful place
Wow this was one thing f the most beautiful places I’ve been. We walked the trails. We watched the sun come up on devils back bone and it was amazing
Guide to Harker Heights
Campgrounds near Harker Heights, Texas cluster primarily around Belton Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake, offering waterfront camping options at Corps of Engineers sites. Dana Peak, Union Grove, and Live Oak Ridge provide established campsites with electricity hookups, picnic tables, and lake access. These campgrounds accommodate a mix of tent and RV camping, with some locations like Cedar Ridge Park also featuring cabin options. Most sites are within a 15-mile radius of Harker Heights, providing easy access to both natural settings and urban conveniences.
Seasonal availability varies across the area's campgrounds, with many sites open year-round but some, like Dana Peak, operating on limited seasonal schedules. Most established campgrounds in the region require reservations, especially during summer months when lakefront sites fill quickly. Facilities typically include water and electric hookups, with some offering sewer connections for RVs. The terrain consists primarily of open, grassy sites with limited natural shade, making summer camping potentially challenging. "This is a beautiful, well maintained and very clean park. We were a little concerned about camping here in July with no shade. The breeze off the lake really helped make the 100 degree days better," noted one visitor about Dana Peak.
Lake access represents the primary attraction for most campgrounds in the Harker Heights area, with Belton Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake providing opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. Campers frequently mention the clear water quality and rocky shorelines as highlights of their experience. Several campgrounds feature hiking and mountain biking trails, particularly at Dana Peak where miles of trails complement the waterfront camping. While proximity to water enhances the camping experience, the lack of shade trees at many sites presents challenges during hot summer months. Despite this limitation, the consistent lake breezes help moderate temperatures at waterfront sites. Visitors appreciate the spacious sites, covered picnic tables, and clean facilities found at most Corps of Engineers campgrounds in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tent camping facilities are available around Harker Heights?
What tent camping facilities are available around Harker Heights?
Tent campers near Harker Heights have several good options within driving distance. Mother Neff State Park Campground features a beautiful 20-site campground built in 2015 among historic CCC structures. Berry Springs Park & Preserve near Georgetown offers a nice local county park experience with plenty of open space. For those willing to travel a bit further, Belton Lake recreation areas provide tent sites with basic amenities like picnic tables, fire rings, and access to water. Most of these campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak seasons.
Are there any camping spots near Harker Heights?
Are there any camping spots near Harker Heights?
Yes, there are several camping options near Harker Heights. Open Air Resorts is located directly in Harker Heights and offers full hookups, a pool, private shower rooms, laundry facilities, a playground, and a fenced dog park. Dana Peak is another nearby option with reservable sites, water access, toilets, and accommodations for big rigs. For those willing to drive a bit further, Belton Lake offers multiple camping areas including Military Park Fort Hood Recreation Area and Live Oak Ridge, all within 30 minutes of Harker Heights.
What camping is available near Harker Heights, TX?
What camping is available near Harker Heights, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, Harker Heights, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 187 campgrounds and RV parks near Harker Heights, TX and 4 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Harker Heights, TX?
Which is the most popular campground near Harker Heights, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Harker Heights, TX is Dana Peak with a 4.1-star rating from 13 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Harker Heights, TX?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Harker Heights, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 4 free dispersed camping spots near Harker Heights, TX.
What parks are near Harker Heights, TX?
What parks are near Harker Heights, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 parks near Harker Heights, TX that allow camping, notably Cordell Hull Lake and Belton Lake.
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