Best Cabin Camping near Harker Heights, TX

Several state parks and private resorts around Harker Heights, Texas provide cabin camping options with varying amenities. Inks Lake State Park offers lakefront cabins with air conditioning, making them comfortable even during hot Texas summers. According to one visitor, "Things were somewhat rustic but well maintained plus the draw of a cabin for us, airconditioning!" Open Air Resorts in Harker Heights features cabins with private shower rooms, laundry facilities, and access to a pool and fenced dog park. Rocky River RV Resort in Kempner, approximately 20 minutes from Harker Heights, includes cabin rentals with basic amenities. Most cabins in the region include electricity and water hookups, with some offering full bathrooms and kitchen facilities.

Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Sulphur Springs Camp provides fishing cottages with "comfy beds and full kitchens," as one reviewer noted, with all linens, dishes, cookware, and bath towels provided. At Redbud Ranch, cabins come with screened-in back porches, some featuring loft designs for additional sleeping space. The Leander-NW Austin KOA, though farther from Harker Heights, offers standardized cabin accommodations with reliable amenities. Most cabin rentals in the area are pet-friendly, though specific policies vary by location. Reservations are essential, particularly for lakefront cabins at popular destinations like Inks Lake State Park, which one visitor described as having "small concrete cabins" near recreational areas.

Most cabin rentals include basic furniture and beds, but guests should verify what supplies are provided before arrival. While some locations like Sulphur Springs Camp furnish linens and kitchen supplies, others require visitors to bring their own bedding, towels, and cooking equipment. On-site stores at locations like Open Air Resorts stock "supplies, clothing, hats, snacks, drinks, beer, and wine," though selection is limited. For extended stays, grocery shopping is available in Harker Heights at H-E-B and Walmart, both within easy driving distance of most cabin locations. Visitors planning to cook should check whether their cabin includes kitchen facilities or if outdoor grilling is the primary cooking option. Cell service varies significantly by location and carrier, with Verizon typically providing better coverage than other networks at more remote cabin sites.

Best Cabin Sites Near Harker Heights, Texas (32)

    1. Union Grove

    6 Reviews
    Harker Heights, TX
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 947-0072

    $24 - $60 / night

    "I felt like it was more of an RV park. Plenty of deer and pretty view of the lake. Clean restrooms."

    "The lake is gorgeous, with wildlife all around. A must stop by and enjoy what central Texas has to offer."

    2. Cedar Ridge (TX)

    11 Reviews
    Temple, TX
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 986-1404

    $20 - $200 / night

    "This park is beautiful, lots of trees and wildlife. Sit out enjoy an evening sipping on your favorite drink watching the deer. They have a lake that has a swimming area and fishing."

    "Very family friendly park. We road bicycles, played on the playground. Hiked around and fished."

    3. Jim Hogg - Lake Georgetown

    27 Reviews
    Georgetown, TX
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 930-5253

    $26 - $48 / night

    "We have camped at this park for several years during a Spring Break and other than the trash bins filling fast, have never had a problem!"

    "Right near a nice clear lake (no sand, you can swim but bring swimming shoes, sharp rocks)."

    4. Inks Lake State Park Campground

    97 Reviews
    Buchanan Dam, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 793-2223

    $16 - $55 / night

    "A camping cabin at Inks Lake State Park was our ‘home base’ while checking out some nearby attractions, mainly Lornhorn Cavern State Park. What a cool place that is!"

    "Inks Lake SP

    Visited with many friends here. BIG campground! I like how you have easy access to the lake from many of the camp sites."

    5. Wilson H Fox

    11 Reviews
    Granger, TX
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 859-2668

    $26 - $60 / night

    "The sites were spaced out so that you’re not camping on top of one another. Each space had a picnic table and grill. There was a fishing pier, boat ramp, and beach to swim at."

    "You can find sites here that overlook the water, and have some paths down to the shore (some paths are sketchy though). Fire pit with a grill you can lay over or pull off. Charcoal grill."

    6. Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis

    33 Reviews
    Lago Vista, TX
    48 miles
    Website

    $15 - $30 / night

    "Pace Bend is one of my most favorite places to camp in Texas.

    Not far from the old (and new!)"

    "Most sites have water access or are very short walk to it. Each of the “primitive” sites has a picnic table, grill, fire ring, and a bit of shade."

    7. Russell Park

    4 Reviews
    Georgetown, TX
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 930-5253

    $80 / night

    "This is a review of the established campsites at Russell Park along the San Gabriel River Trail. Reservations for campsites can be made through (877) 444-6777 or [www.recreation.gov.]"

    "Not every site works for hammock camping, as some lack trees the required distance apart.

    Men's restroom was decently clean, shower worked well."

    8. Rocky River RV Resort

    1 Review
    Copperas Cove, TX
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 932-1000

    $35 - $55 / night

    9. New Life RV Park

    1 Review
    Georgetown, TX
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 931-2073

    10. Leander-NW Austin KOA

    6 Reviews
    Leander, TX
    35 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 259-7200

    "The staff is so nice. 1 mile from park and ride metro train to downtown! Lovely little cabins but they are close together-which is fine for me but if you want a lot of space idk."

    "Such a nice place to park and relax! Ten dog park is huge, grounds immaculate, pool, hot tub, laundry and showers are incredibly well kept and best of all the staff!!"

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  • Denise V.
    Jul. 1, 2022

    Redbud Ranch RV Resort

    City Close, Country Feel

    A little pricey and the prices are subject to change depending on capacity(don't really care for that). Some reviews dock them for the train noises, but we weren't bothered by it at all, especially with AC running.

    📋 Site#305:

    🔙 Back In🅿 Site Pad: level, concrete, long enough, but a little narrow. Parking spot for tow vehicle next to it💧 Water- good pressure, high enough for filter and everything to hang down⚡ Max amp: 50- had a couple issues with Over Current at first, but it seemed to stay on after that. The Power Watch Dog tripped the power and did its thing.💩 Sewer connection was in good shape. It was a little closer to the front of the site, so I used 2 hoses📶 Wifi- available but I didn’t use it📺I picked up multiple channels just with the antenna. Even GRIT. I escaped the heat in the hottest part of the day.🔥 Fire Ring w/Grate Standing Grill Picnic Table: hexagon shaped. Looked like wood, but was the plastic composite material. Heavy. Two of the overflow parking spaces were on the side of the site, so it was handy. This site is on a corner, so it was a little bigger. There’s a little tree planted there that will give shade in a few years

    👎🏻 Cons: 

    The site was a little narrow and there’s no widening at the entrance on the back-in sites. You have to bring your good backing skills.

    📝 Park Notes:

    🚻 Restrooms- very clean and spacious. There are a couple ADA restrooms with showers that can be accessed by wheel chair and multiple household sized showers. Each one is male/female so it would be good for families with children.🚿 Showers had good pressure and multi-function shower heads. Glass doors. Very clean.🧺 Laundry facility had 6 sets of washer/dryers. Credit card or app. No cash.🐕 Off-leash dog park was big and had a separate section for smaller dogs. There was a nice dog wash station near the restrooms. No washing of dogs or rigs at the individual sites.🛒 There was a small store in the main office with souvenir items, a few RV necessities and ice cream.🚶🏻‍♀️ A trail runs along the length of the park along the creek. No getting in the creek though.🏚 Cabins with and without lofts. All have screened in back porches🤿 Pool with shallow end and lounge chairs in the water. A hot tub that will hold about 30 people. You can literally swim across it. Small splash pad area for the kids.Covered pavilion area with large BBQ pits.🔥 Large fire pit with chairs around it🤾‍♀️ Playground equipment, 2 volleyball courts, horseshoes, tether ball, hammocks, tables, porch swing(hanging from a tree), ping pong table🪑 2 group areas, 1 was large and had a view of the pool. Residents can use it at anytime unless someone has reserved it for a private event. They have coffee and condiments there from 8-10am. They had Donuts for Dad for Father’s Day(but open for anyone).🍩☕🦌 Wildlife: Various birds, squirrels🗑 Trash pick up at the sites in the morning Some buddy sites available on the ends of the rows Golf carts are available for rent or you can bring your own Restrooms/Showers/Dog Wash/Dog park are on one end of the park and the Pool/Volleyball/Playground are on the other end by the Office/Store/Event rooms. A golf cart or bike would be handy.🌳 No shade trees on the RV park yet, but young ones are planted💲 Prices fluctuate depending on the demand for spaces📅 There are events in the park on weekends👩🏻‍💼 Staff was very friendly and helpful. Always smiling.

    Everything you need is very close. Walmart, Home Depot, Salt Lick BBQ, Dell Diamond, Kalahari Resorts(Indoor water park), restaurants, dancehalls…it’s almost in the City, but doesn’t feel like it. We have had some fun Munzee events in Hutto, so there’s lots around if you enjoy scavenger hunts on your phone.

    More info on my website: https://www.denisevajdak.com/2022/06/hanging-out-in-hutto.html

  • Sara S.
    Jul. 31, 2016

    Inks Lake State Park Campground

    lakeside cabin

    A camping cabin at Inks Lake State Park was our ‘home base’ while checking out some nearby attractions, mainly Lornhorn Cavern State Park. What a cool place that is! So many tours of the caverns and great things to see. We enjoyed our lakeside cabin at Inks Lake. Things were somewhat rustic but well maintained plus the draw of a cabin for us, airconditioning! We spend a day kayaking (rentals available) and another day checking out Devil’s Waterhole and some waterfalls. Great experience :)

  • Eby H.
    Aug. 30, 2016

    Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis

    One of my favorite spots in Texas

    Pace Bend is one of my most favorite places to camp in Texas.

    Not far from the old (and new!) Backyard (a great place to see live music in the live oak capital of Texas), Pace Bend is a quick drive away. A perfect spot to pitch a bunch of tents, jump off cliffs, swim and barbeque. Maybe 45 minutes from downtown Austin (without traffic).

    I won't lie the cliff diving kinda freaks me out. Be careful is all I'm saying!

    There are several primitive campsites throughout the park with picnic tables, grills and toilets. Additionally there are 20 RV hook-up type sites that offer running water, electricity, restrooms and showers.

  • Paulette R.
    Sep. 5, 2016

    Sulphur Springs Camp

    Beautiful sunrises and sunsets on the Colorado river

    Sulphur Springs camp is a great get away place if you want to put all electronics away but don't have the willpower. There is no cell service or Internet/wifi! All cabins have your basics - beds/ stove/fridge/bathroom/kitchen. All linens and dishes/cookware/linens and bath towels are provided . You are near Barefoot Camp and Colorado Bend State Park so you have plenty of things to keep you busy if you are adventurous. The camp gets its name from the natural sulphur springs at one end of the camp.

  • Brittany S.
    Aug. 30, 2018

    Reynolds Creek

    Needs improvement but a peaceful stay.

    This park is located out in boonies and can be pretty difficult to find. Most people think they are lost trying to get to it, but if you follow North Speegleville road through all the cornfields you will eventually stumble upon it. Believe me, you're not going the wrong way.

    Being lakefront property you would expect to see more water, however there is a lot of brush grown up around the lake and sites so it is hard to see. There are also limited places to get down to the water in the park.

    There is a nice boat ramp and dock for fishing. It is also pet friendly and equestrian friendly. There is a nice little 1 mile hike were you can bird watch and view the lake Waco, it is very shaded and flat. Then there is a 20 mile hike/ equestrian trail that goes around Lacey point.

    Bathrooms and showers need some work, but they do the job. There is no store at the campground, but there is a dollar general located in Speegleville about 4 minutes away. There are picnic tables at ever site along with a fire pit, and also a playground for kids.

    The whole park is very secluded and away from street noise which is so lovely. Perfect place for viewing the stars over the water and listening to nature speak around you!

  • Never Sitting S.
    May. 6, 2022

    COE Lake Waco Speegleville Park

    Nice large lots

    Overall another great COE as far as big open level spots. Most spots have covered picnic tables. Fire rings, and grills at each spot also. Lots of critters..especially armadillos! Bathrooms are less then to be desired, very few showers work, and those that do were a bit in a need to be repaired. Overall nice quiet area, nice clean dump station (one of the best we have seen). Would stay here again.

  • Ty M.
    Feb. 7, 2022

    Open Air Resorts

    Just opened but looking good

    We are currently at the Harker Heights, location that opened last month. The grass needs to grow some, muddy areas. Most sights are level. Full hookups. Pool Private shower rooms Laundry Playground Fenced dog park Large old trees Many sunny spots Small store with supplies, clothing, hats, snacks, drinks, beer, and wine Bring brand new, there are kinks they are working out, but very friendly and helpful.

  • Shelly S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Dec. 20, 2022

    Inks Lake State Park Campground

    Winter at the Lake

    Inks Lake SP

    Visited with many friends here. BIG campground! I like how you have easy access to the lake from many of the camp sites. There’s also a boat ramp near the camp store with rentals available. The showerhouses were VERY nice! Modern, well maintained and HEATED! Yeah! There were a few showers that needed some adjustments, cold water only. Nice group picnic area near the cabins and the playground with food truck (wasn’t open when we visited). The Rangers had an interesting Cowboy Coffee demonstration there. The sites were separated into several loops, most convenient to the several different showerhouses. Some of the sites were more secluded then others but all were good size with picnic table and room for tents and possibly hammocks. Near the front gate/Ranger office there is an amphitheater for demonstrations/presentations and near the camp store there was a nice, covered picnic pavilion by reservation. Burnet, TX and Longhorn Cavern State Park are nearby.

  • Troy W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 30, 2018

    La Hacienda RV Resort & Cottages

    La Hacienda RV Resort and Cottages + Lots of Amenities

    I'm always on the lookout for new campgrounds nearby my town. It's nice to have a few places to escape to for a quick day or weekend trip. I searched on thedyrt.com for campgrounds nearby and noticed a group of listings near Lake Travis in an area called Hudson Bend. I decided to check them out.

    If you are looking for a short, mid or long-term place to RV camp or cabin camp near Lake Travis on the Hudson Bend penisula this might be your best option.

    The facilities are modern, clean and offer many amenities. And the people that I talked to that were staying at the park seemed to be friendly and happy with their choice of facilities.

    At the entrance there is an office that is open during typical business hours 9-5. Next to the office there was a small pool and courtyard. And next to the pool was a group meeting room.

    The park offered a variety of options from short, mid and long-term stays. One gentleman that I met and talked to said that he was a snowbird and had stayed at the park for the past four years every summer. This appeared to be the norm.

    There are RV sites that offer back-in parking and drive-through parking. There are also little multi-color cabins that can be rented. The grounds looked like they were well taken care of. There was some open green space and what appeared to be a fenced dog walking area. Each of the RV sites offered a picnic table and electric and water hookups.

    The only downside to this RV park was that it was not located directly on the shore of the lake. To access the lake one must drive down the road and visit the marina. Also, the park is rather large, so some might feel there is a lack of privacy. I wouldn't say that this park has great access to nature, it is more of a modern RV park.

    Overall, if you're a mid to long term vacationer you might really enjoy this site. If you're looking for access to nature, you might look elsewhere.


Guide to Harker Heights

Cabin camping near Harker Heights, Texas offers several options within a short drive of this Central Texas town. Located at an elevation of approximately 780 feet, this region experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 95°F and mild winters. Lake access is a common feature at many cabin camping destinations, with water levels typically highest in spring after seasonal rains.

What to do

Water activities at Lake Georgetown: Union Grove Park offers lakeside cabins with swimming areas nearby. According to Glenn G., this location features "great campsites along the lake" with "awesome sunrise and sunsets" visible from many cabin locations.

Hiking opportunities: Cedar Ridge Park has a network of trails around Lake Belton that connect to cabin areas. One visitor noted, "We road bicycles, played on the playground. Hiked around and fished," making it suitable for multi-activity cabin stays.

Wildlife viewing: Both day and night wildlife observation is possible from cabin porches. As Raymond B. described Union Grove, "Words can't describe the beauty this little camp area had. The lake is gorgeous, with wildlife all around," while Cedar Ridge visitors frequently report seeing "large groups of deer, turkey etc just wandering around."

What campers like

Private spaces: Jim Hogg Park offers cabins with more separation than typical campgrounds. Laura F. explains, "This is a large campground with many sites, some of which are even double sites if you're camping with friends," which helps maintain privacy even at busier times.

Level sites: Most cabin areas feature level ground with concrete or gravel pads. At Wilson H Fox campground, one reviewer mentioned that "each campsite appeared to be level and clean. The sites were spaced out so that you're not camping on top of one another," which creates a more comfortable cabin experience.

Reliable amenities: Inks Lake State Park Campground maintains consistent quality standards. According to Chris H., "We were just a 50 yard walk from the fishing dock and one of Texas State Parks newly renovated bathrooms," showing the practical layout of cabin areas relative to facilities.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Most cabin locations fill quickly, especially on weekends. Jim Hogg Park cabins require advance booking as "it's hard to get a spot," according to one reviewer named Deb.

Weather considerations: Summer heat impacts cabin comfort differently depending on construction. At Cedar Ridge, Michael C. noted cabin sites "could use a few more trees" for shade during hot months.

Water access varies: Wilson H Fox offers cabin sites with lake views but variable shore access. As Joseph C. explains, "You can find sites here that overlook the water, and have some paths down to the shore (some paths are sketchy though)," requiring careful site selection for water activities.

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Cedar Ridge cabins are situated near play areas. One visitor mentioned, "Very family friendly park. We road bicycles, played on the playground. Hiked around and fished," indicating multiple activity options within walking distance.

Swimming safety: Designated swimming areas exist at most cabin locations. At Wilson H Fox, Bobby A. reported, "The swimming area was great," though access from some cabin sites required "a little workout" to reach.

Wildlife education: Pace Bend Park offers cabin camping with nature viewing opportunities. As one visitor wrote, "Great summer time spot, plenty of drive-up tent sites (don't settle for the first you see unless it's a busy weekend) great cliff jumping and deep-water soloing opportunities for the seeking."

Tips from RVers

Hookup availability: Cabin locations typically share facilities with RV areas. The Leander-NW Austin KOA includes cabins with access to "pool, hot tub, laundry and showers are incredibly well kept," according to Thomas D.

Site size considerations: Cabin parking areas vary in size. Karen B. noted at Leander-NW Austin KOA that "sites are medium size, level with tables and pads," which affects vehicle parking options.

Access roads: Some cabin areas have challenging approach roads. Maria at Leander-NW Austin KOA mentioned, "The only difficult is the road to get access," suggesting larger vehicles may require careful navigation when approaching certain cabin locations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular cabin campsite near Harker Heights, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Harker Heights, TX is Union Grove with a 4.8-star rating from 6 reviews.

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