Best Glamping near Kilgore, TX

Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground provides a range of glamping accommodations positioned near the scenic lake, offering a comfortable alternative to traditional camping. The park features safari-style glamping tents and yurts with essential amenities including electricity, comfortable sleeping arrangements, and proximity to water access points. A recent visitor noted, "The screened shelters were IMMACULATE to say the least! The rafters in these shelters were spaced out far enough for me to hang my hammock." These unique accommodations blend outdoor experiences with modern comforts, making them suitable for families and couples seeking nature without sacrificing convenience. The park's glamping sites provide shaded settings with picnic tables and fire rings, while offering easy access to fishing spots and hiking trails.

Visitors at these glamping resorts enjoy multiple recreational opportunities throughout the year, including three distinct hiking trails ranging from 1.2 to 1.5 miles each. The park's island features primitive glamping sites with waterfront views and access to clean bathroom facilities nearby. According to a camper, "We stayed at the primitive campgrounds on the island and it was just perfect. When we hiked the trail around the island it was just gorgeous." Glamping guests can take advantage of the fishing pier, boat launch, and swimming areas during warmer months. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound with guests frequently spotting deer and various bird species. While a power plant across the lake creates some ambient noise, most visitors find the natural setting and lake views more than compensate for this minor distraction. Rates for glamping accommodations start around $13-19 per night, making this an affordable glamping experience in East Texas.

Best Glamping Sites Near Kilgore, Texas (18)

    1. Tyler State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Lindale, TX
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 597-5338

    $18 - $60 / night

    "It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside."

    "PROS 

    Texas State Park Pass discount saving $49 

    Reserved 151 days prior to arriving 

    Not charged a fee to make my own on-line reservation 

    Big Pine site #308 very shady site 

    Extra wide asphalt parking"

    2. Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

    22 Reviews
    Tatum, TX
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 836-4336

    $15 - $85 / night

    "This was our first experience at a Texas State Park. Overall, the park is clean and well maintained."

    "They seem cob-webby from the outside but once inside, the concrete floor is smoother up the edges of the walls about 2.5’, reducing entry of insects via cracks in the joints of floor and wall."

    3. The Boulders at Lake Tyler

    6 Reviews
    Tyler, TX
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 268-5880

    $55 - $195 / night

    "Concrete sites made setup and leveling super easy. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful - when we mentioned it was our first trip, they guided us into our site and gave us tips on setup."

    "Family and pet friendly. The bathrooms are nice. And the bait shop has everything you forgot at home. 10/10!!"

    4. Jellystone Park™ Tyler

    9 Reviews
    Hawkins, TX
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 858-2405

    "rides, gem stone mining, laser tag, outdoor movies, crafts, mini golf, basketball, volleyball, a kangaroo jump bounce pillow (their favorite thing), a playground and lots of activities within a brief drive"

    "Found this Jellystones near Tyler State Park. Smaller campground, you will see a lot of your neighbor;) well maintained, lotsa kid activities, but more "family initiated" then some Jellystones."

    5. Music Springs

    6 Reviews
    Hawkins, TX
    27 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 312-6924

    $22 / night

    "This was the closest place with camping near Longview. We have looked at it before, but plans feel through. We got a camping spot Mothers day weekend. It was wonderful."

    "The bathrooms and shower are clean, there’s a community kitchen that has a microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. The whole place is decorated very nicely."

    6. Caddo Lake State Park Campground

    41 Reviews
    Karnack, TX
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 679-3351

    $10 - $115 / night

    "Unique lake ,Beautiful trees all in it.I had a electric and water site, was very nice .on site 36 I was close to a pretty new bathroom they were clean."

    "Gravel drive on site. Level tent pad. Water only; no electric. Clean fire ring. Lantern post. Large site, good separation from other sites. Campground is heavily wooded, lots of shade."

    7. Daingerfield State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Daingerfield, TX
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 645-2921

    $10 - $225 / night

    "This park is easily in our Top 3 in the Texas State Parks system. It's a small park, but a little slice of heaven. Towering pine trees grow right up to the waters' edge. So peaceful."

    "Peaceful, beautiful trees surrounding you at all times, great campgrounds and all facilities were super clean at all times! There are a couple hiking trails but they are mainly easy walks."

    8. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Scroggins, TX
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 572-5531

    $10 - $40 / night

    "4.5 total miles of trails and none of it difficult. You can't take a baby stroller but obey because of a few branches, it's all easy hiking."

    "Great fun at Halloween- campers and community comes out in great numbers to decorate and trick or treat! Very fun."

    9. A-OK South RV Park

    1 Review
    Flint, TX
    31 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 894-8282

    "We loved waking up to see a pasture full of cows behind us. The manager was very polite. I would stay here again."

    10. Big Al's Barefoot Bay

    4 Reviews
    Pittsburg, TX
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 856-3643

    $40 - $60 / night

    "Very relaxing spot on Lake Bob Sandlin. Having the Marina across the street was very convenient for those last minute forgotten items."

    "Sites that back right up to great water views and access to fishing. Sandy spots to swim from at various entry points. Friendly people and several kids that run around playing, making friends."

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Glamping Reviews near Kilgore, TX

216 Reviews of 18 Kilgore Campgrounds


  • K
    Aug. 30, 2017

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Lots to do!

    It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside. It has a queen size bed for which campers need to bring their own pillows and bed linens. The frig was super cold, and the AC worked well. There was a wood table with four chairs. The table was really sticky, so I recommend bringing something you can use as a table cloth. There are only six of these cabins, and they have a four bathroom building at the end of the cul de sac. No tents or pets are allowed at the cabin sites. Each has fire pit and water outside cabin

    The park has a very small lake with canoe, kayak, paddle board, row boat, and paddle boat rentals. Life vests are provided with rental. It was fun! There is a good sized swimming area too. There are a number of trails of varying difficulty, some for hiking only, some for home and bike. Ranger programs offered.

  • Napunani
    Jun. 9, 2023

    Walleye Park

    Unobstructed Lake View Campsite

    PROS 

    Senior discount saved $20 

    Each site has unobstructed lake view 

    Site 67 level concrete pad surrounded by sandy soil with afternoon only shade 

    Climate controlled toilet/shower facility 

    Clean toilet/shower facility which are cleaned every weekday morning 

    2 sand lot volleyball courts 

    Small pier shared by every two campsites 

    Metal picnic table, pedestal BBQ grill and concrete fire ring with no cooking grate. 

    Fairly quiet during daytime weekdays except for neighboring campers 3 sites away who had their INSIDE television blaring that we could hear every word. This went on for 7 hours daily. 

    Local police did regular daylight drive thrus 

    Hundreds of squirrels 

    Could hear whippoorwills after sunset 

    Had a float plane land and then take off right in front of our campsite (see video)

    Park had WIFI but didn’t use due to having 4 bars TMOBILE 

    CONS 

    Minimal pay/stay 3 nights

    $5 fee to make on line reservations 

    Had to email copy of Texas Drivers License to Water District in advance of making reservation in order to get Senior discount 

    No security gate closed overnight 

    No camp host 

    Campers let their dogs run thru campsites and poop everywhere 

    Big problem with day users and boaters walking thru campsites, even after dark, picnicking and partying late into evening in campsites where there were no campers/tenters, then leaving at all hours of the night 

    LOTS of middle of the night boat noise 

    Street lights throughout campground which hinders dark sky viewing 

    No privacy from any other campsite 

    Site picnic table anchored so not moveable

  • David T.
    May. 14, 2020

    Music Springs

    Great place

    This was the closest place with camping near Longview. We have looked at it before, but plans feel through. We got a camping spot Mothers day weekend. It was wonderful. Hosts are great and its well kept. Had access to a outdoor kitchen and awesome bathrooms. We fell in love with the place. Will try and book the school house for our anniversary. Many unique places to stay..

  • Brianna B.
    Sep. 19, 2021

    The Boulders at Lake Tyler

    Perfect First Trip!

    We brought our Springdale Mini by Keystone to The Boulders for our first ever camping trip and could not have had a better experience. The grounds were clean and well maintained. Concrete sites made setup and leveling super easy. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful - when we mentioned it was our first trip, they guided us into our site and gave us tips on setup. The waterfront views were beautiful and the amenities were wonderful. They had a variety of rentals available - golf carts, kayaks, and pontoon boats. They offer boat ramp and docks and a fishing barge. The bait shop has a variety of supplies and snacks. The bathrooms were very clean. They also have a nice playground. The picnic tables at the sites looked new and all sites had a fire pit with a grill top. Overall, a great trip!

    Other info: 30&50 amp hookups Water hookup Dump site only ($15 for honey wagon) Pet allowed Firewood available for purchase Cabins available for your camperless friends

  • Napunani
    Jun. 27, 2022

    Tyler State Park Campground

    One of our Texas Favs

    PROS 

    Texas State Park Pass discount saving $49 

    Reserved 151 days prior to arriving 

    Not charged a fee to make my own on-line reservation 

    Big Pine site #308 very shady site 

    Extra wide asphalt parking pad 

    Concrete slab that locked down the wooden picnic table 

    Metal fire pit with cooking grate which was cleared of ash upon our arrival 

    2 hook lantern pole 

    Dark sky friendly 

    Trash dumpsters near the toilet/shower building 

    Tyler Rose Garden features over 30,000 bushes and is open free to the public from sunrise to sunset…very beautiful and serene 

    CONS 

    Had to sweep for nearly an hour to clean debris from site 

    No entrance gate locked overnight 

    Never saw any rangers patrolling campground during our entire stay 

    Dogs on leashes not enforced 

    Unable to move picnic table 

    Big Pine site #308 way out of being level but manageable 

    Big Pine site #308 close to campground road 

    Big Pine site #308 tight fit for 28 ft 

    Only pine firewood for sale in Park 

    No WiFi 

    1 bar Verizon 5G

  • Jenny S.
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Tyler State Park Campground

    One of our favorite parks

    I should mention that my husband is from Canada. He was very unenthusiastic about camping in Texas. Well Tyler State Park made him change his mind! He LOVED the large trees, said it was the closest he'd felt to home in quite some time. We love the variety of types of sites they offer. Lake front, group, hike in, cabin, they have something for everyone! Only downfall is they book so quickly.

  • Mic R.
    Jun. 12, 2020

    Caddo Lake State Park Campground

    Beautiful trees

    Unique lake ,Beautiful trees all in it.I had a electric and water site, was very nice .on site 36 I was close to a pretty new bathroom they were clean. With a Texas state park pass ,it was $15 a night. AT&T 0-1 bar

  • Trevor B.
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Daingerfield State Park Campground

    Clear, calm lake bordered by towering pines

    This park is easily in our Top 3 in the Texas State Parks system. It's a small park, but a little slice of heaven. Towering pine trees grow right up to the waters' edge. So peaceful. Donna, my wife, will often sit and gaze over the water. 

    The park is neat and tidy, and the bathrooms have always been clean. There are several picnic tables by the lake, a swim out platform, kayaks, paddleboats, a fishing pier, and a few swings on the playground. We typically visit during the week, so it's always been pretty quiet. And if you need supplies, there's a Brookshire's grocery nearby(only a few miles away). One trip, we decided to fish and grabbed bait from the Ace Hardware in town. 

    We love laying in our hammocks, watching the pines sway, and listening to the birds sing. In the warmer months, we swim and splash around the floating platform. And with a fire pit at every site, s'mores are a given each night(so long as there's no burn ban). 

    There's a short trail that circles the lake(about 2.5 miles). We do it EVERY trip. It's a beautiful and easy hike. Take a picnic and make your way to the CCC picnic area on the lake's other side. There will be a spot where you can enjoy your lunch, looking back across the water.(But don't let your dog grab your PB&J when you're not looking or you'll be hungry on the way back.)

  • Napunani
    Jun. 9, 2023

    Caddo Lake State Park Campground

    Poison Oak and Tall Weeds

    PROS 

    Saved $42 With TX STATE PARK PASS 

    No fee to reserve online. 

    No sales tax. U

    pon arriving at Site 23, we had no power at the pedestal. Called Park Headquarters and 2 park personnel were at our site in 10 minutes and resolved problem 

    Site 23 level asphalt 

    Site 23 partial shade 

    Aluminum picnic table, 2 hook lantern pole and metal fire pit with cooking grate 

    Donation firewood available 

    Soap and hand dryer in toilet/shower facility 

    3 bars TMOBILE when not storming 

    CONS 

    No overnight security gate closure 

    Site 23 was 1/3 covered with poison oak and remaining living area covered with tall weeds. 

    Some highway noises. 

    Two PARK HOSTS occupy sites in Woodpecker Hollow. That reduces full hook up sites to 6. One of those sites were used as a temporary dump station due to out-of-service park dump station 

    Woodpecker Hollow toilet/shower facility needs some deep cleaning 

    11 windows in Woodpecker Hollow women’s toilet/shower and only 4 were open. Camp host said rest of windows were painted shut.  Floors were continuously wet and slippery. What a mess! This place needs a fan or two.

    Most pets we saw were NOT on leash 

    No privacy from surrounding campsites 

    No ranger drive thru Woodpecker Hollow 

    No park WIFI


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