Camping sites near Mexia, Texas range from Army Corps of Engineers parks to state facilities, all situated within the Post Oak Savannah ecoregion. The area sits at approximately 500 feet above sea level with hot summers where temperatures often exceed 95°F from June through September. Winter camping offers milder conditions with daytime temperatures in the 50-60°F range and occasional freezing nights.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Lake Limestone Campground and Marina, visitors can fish directly from the waterfront. "The new owners are going all out to make this a family friendly RV park/campground/marina. There is a store on site for all your needs, that includes wine from the owners own winery," notes a camper who visited in December.
Lake activities: Navarro Mills Lake provides multiple water recreation options. "This is a great little lake and campground, especially for fishing and boating. The lake is clean and great for tubing, standup paddle boarding or just swimming. There is also a roped off designated swimming area with a small beach," shares a visitor about Wolf Creek - Navarro Mills Reservoir.
Explore historic sites: Camp near the reconstructed fort at Old Fort Parker Park where you can learn about Texas frontier history. The park includes picnic areas, trails, and camping facilities while providing access to educational displays about settler life in early Texas.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: The sites at North Crest RV Park receive praise for their layout. "We loved the trees and nice wide slips. Nice not to be within 5 feet from your neighbor. Restrooms nice and clean," reports a visitor who appreciated the roomier setup.
Waterfront views: Many campers enjoy the lakeside camping options. "We had a site right on the lake. Mid 70s in the day and mid 50s at night. Amazing sunsets," writes a visitor about Fort Parker State Park Campground in November.
Free camping options: For budget-conscious campers, Limestone Lake Park offers no-cost sites. "It is called Limestone Lake Park. The road to the pin is gated. No worries though on the other side of the road is an awesome camping area. It looks way too fancy to be free camping but it is," explains a camper who stayed midweek.
What you should know
Seasonal closures: Some campgrounds operate seasonally. "We stopped by here and unfortunately they were not open. It looks like a beautiful place and their sign says open April-September," reports a visitor to Wolf Creek at Navarro Mills Reservoir.
Insect concerns: Summer camping requires bug preparation. "Spaces are close, water pressure is very low, grass was tall when we got here but it was cut while we were here. Ants are bad, Argentine ants are very bad because there small once there in your car you just take them everywhere," warns a camper at Liberty Hill Park Campground.
Mixed facilities: Campgrounds vary widely in amenity levels. "This park is by far the most fisherman geared Texas State Park we have been to and it's our 12th! The playground is nicer than expected. The trails are well-marked," explains a Fort Parker State Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: For families with children, Fort Parker State Park offers better facilities. "The playground is nicer than expected. The trails are well-marked. Beautiful and generally well kept. It's an older style but they have a newer playground area next to the old one," notes a family that rated the park.
Swimming areas: Navarro Mills Lake features designated swimming spots. "Great swimming area with beach area and large children play area. Would definitely come back here," shares a camper at Liberty Hill Park.
Wilderness experience: For families seeking more primitive camping, Lawley Land offers an alternative. "We want to get some survival wilderness experience and this was definitely the right place for that. It has a nice lake we're you can swim. You can pop off fire work here or shoot off guns. My kids had a great time," reports a family visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: RVers recommend choosing lakefront sites when available. "This was the first trip we took with our new vintage camper and it did not disappoint! Even in the bitter cold of December Fort Parker had plenty to offer. Their sites are well spaced and large with a picnic table and fire ring. There are several right on the lake," shares a winter camper.
Accessibility considerations: Some campgrounds have challenging access routes. "The signage and routing are substandard. Very confusing and the turns are extremely tight. I do not recommend people with motorhome over 40 feet come here," warns a visitor to Liberty Hill Park.
Overnight convenience: North Crest RV Park works well for through travelers. "We were looking for a simple place to stop overnight after driving all day toward Brownsville. Sites are level, wide, and even shaded. We arrived around 9pm and departed 10 hours later - so level we didn't even have to unhook," reports an RV camper.
