Best Glamping near Kilgore, TX

Recent Glamping Reviews near Kilgore, Texas

192 Reviews of 16 Kilgore Campgrounds

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  Jenny S.

  Guide

  

  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.

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  Michael H.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 22, 2019

  Tyler State Park Campground

  You’ll Enjoy Every Second Of It

  Absolutely stunning Texas state park located along the Texas Forest Trail that showcases the rolling hills of pine trees that dubbed this region the name “Pineywoods” of East Texas. Clean lake with available kayaking and canoeing, and even paddle boats. RV hookups or tent campgrounds.

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  Oscar D.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 15, 2021

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Down on the bayou

  A Texas C.C.C. state park in east Texas on Caddo Lake. Beautiful sites and canoe rentals for the old mill pond. Tent sites, RV sites and shelters along with cabins.

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  Tony C.

  Traveler

  

  Sep. 13, 2020

  Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

  Hard to Beat!

  Hard to beat for $13/night (annual pass rate), hiking trails are decent, bathrooms are some of the cleanest in Texas and the staff were some of the best!

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  Danelle I.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 23, 2019

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Great campsite

  Water is clear and great for swimming, which is a rarity in Texas. Camp has kayaks to rent and a great playground. Lots of camp activities and great hiking. Clean bathrooms!

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  Duane O.

  Traveler

  

  May. 1, 2018

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Beautiful

  Well designed park, while the park has tons of sites they are placed in smaller loops, providing a more nature and less neighbor. Nice lake, the water is cleaner than most Texas lakes.

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  Steve H.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 9, 2021

  Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

  Lake Martin Creek SP

  Very clean and well kept park. Camp sites are across the lake from a Texas Utilities generating plant and it is loud. You do get used to it but if that sort of thing bothers you I wouldn’t recommend this park.

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  Megan C.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 20, 2017

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Beautiful

  This park was one of the most beautiful places I have ever camped in East Texas. The hiking and biking trails are amazing. The lake is super clear and very pretty. I will definitely be going back here!

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  Sidney R.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 26, 2023

  Jellystone Park™ Tyler

  Great woodland getaway

  Great spot in the Piney woods of East Texas. Minutes from Tyler State park. Perfect spot for large families or groups. Amenities are not fully finished till summer, but there will be a great number of improvements such as water park, warming tub and restaurant.

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  J. Tom S.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 13, 2021

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Great spot

  Stayed at site 47. Great park. Another park that the CCC left its mark on. For a West Texas kid, Caddo feels otherworldly. Fun fishing, many big sites, decent bathrooms.

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  Dianne C.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 17, 2016

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Teardrop gathering

  I have been to Tyler State Park many times my last adventure there included a group of teardrop and vintage trailers. We kind of took over the whole park. Great little lake for kayaking and canoeing. Several docs for fishing which I didn't have much luck at the last trip. It's a nice Pinetree lined little parked in East Texas near Tyler.

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  Mic R.

  Legend

  

  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

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  Mic R.

  Legend

  

  Jun. 13, 2020

  Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

  Good park

  This park seems to be a good fit for boaters and Fishermans , not the best hiking trails but there still there, little hike on the island ,is OK, and the other trails I went on did not look like they’ve been used a lot, but again the parks are just re-opening. The RV is well shaded the toilets and showers are Nice and clean. Nice two way drive-through dumpsite. Price with the Texas park pass for one night. $13 . AT&T 2-3 bars

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  Mikaela H.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 28, 2019

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Options Galore!

  This is my favorite state park in Texas! Lots of options for all kinds of campers. For camping, lots of different sites available for RVs/Campers, Tents, etc. some along the lake, some in the woods, and also cabins and shelters available! Hiking options vary from a nature stroll, to some more serious up-downs through the hills on the outskirts of the campground. Bring your friends, family, and pets, there is truly something for everyone here, even kayak and canoe rentals at the lake!

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  Sarah D.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 25, 2020

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Road noise and mosquitos

  Okay so we visited at the beginning of fall so the mosquitos were on the Down slide but if you come, bring bug spray. It should go without saying, big bits of standing water in Texas, but ya know. The big turn off for me on this park is that, despite its beauty, there is incessant road noise that you hear from every campsite. If you’re a big boater, kayaker, or fisher, maybe you won’t mind because it’s the best place to do those things, but if you’re just looking to escape the city and get away for a while, there aren’t a ton of trails here and the road noise at all hours was not cool.

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  Brianna B.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 16, 2021

  Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

  First State Park Experience

  This was our first experience at a Texas State Park. Overall, the park is clean and well maintained. There are three hiking trails that are between 1.2-1.5 mile each, so we easily accomplished all 3 with our 4 year old. There is decent spacing between camp sites. There is a nice fishing pier, boat launch, and fish cleaning station. Sites are water and electric only, dump station only. All the sites seem well shaded and a decent amount have lake views. Very relaxing trip and a great way to spend the first cool weekend of the fall season. I am only deducting one star because of the noise of the power plant across the lake from the park. While I know it’s out of the park’s control, it’s just something to be aware of. It can be heard from anywhere in the park and takes away from the natural vibes of camping in a state park.

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  Malae H.

  Traveler

  

  May. 22, 2018

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Magical experience

  This is a beautiful park which has access into the bayou. The park offers canoe rentals or bring your kayak which you can put in the “pond” and paddle around the amazing cypress trees that are draped in moss. There’s also a boat ramp in the park which has access to Caddo Lake. Sites have lots of trees. There are sites with screened in shelters if you need extra room. Make time to go to Uncertain, Texas and eat at Shady Glade Cafe for the best chicken fried steak you’ll ever eat (I highly advise splitting it). Take your kayak for some beautiful paddle trails. They are putting in new showers/bathrooms in the park that should be complete in September 2018. You won’t regret camping here among the cypress trees.

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  Kim R.

  Traveler

  

  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.

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  Gabrielle T.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 23, 2019

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Very pretty

  We had a good time here, nice campsite, pretty treeline right behind our campsite. The raccoons are a riot though. They all came out at once and kind of pushed us into the tent. They weren't aggressive or anything, but you know. We went out on a boat on the lake, that was fun. The lake isn't very big though, but it was still a fun time. Make sure to bring a watch, they didnt have any at the little shop ( I was scared to bring my phone)! I will say though that it was kind of pricey? This was a while ago and we stayed 2 nights, I remember it being like 60$. We had the water and electric campsite. Nothing special and only me and the boyfriend (with texas liscence plates). Should not have been that much imo, and I've told people and they think it's crazy too. Just make sure to check the website before you drive all the way out there and spend way too much money. It is pretty though and peacful.

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  Napunani

  Legend

  

  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

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  Troy W.

  Legend

  

  May. 5, 2018

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Caddo Lake State Park + Uncertain

  The Caddo Lake State Park is the only true natural lake in Texas. Although the story is that the lake was formed by a giant log jam. The park and lake are notable due to the Cypress trees and Spanish moss that surround much of the lake. The park has campsites with full hookups, campsites with electricity and water and campsites with just water. I visited in July and had no problem finding a campsite. There are some hiking trails, but the main recreational activities center around the lake. In the nearby small town of Uncertain there is the Johnson Bait Shop where you can rent a canoe, kayak or boat to explore the lake. Within the state park, one can fish without a fishing license. There are a few piers from which to fish or one can fish from the shore. Be aware that there is poison ivy in the area and along the shore, so learn to identify it and stay away from it.

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  Melanie W.

  Legend

  

  Aug. 30, 2017

  Daingerfield State Park Campground

  Beautiful Pines

  I went there for 3 nights. It is a beautiful little park. It has an 80 acre lake that is really nice except there is too many lilly pads. I took my tiny camper, fishing poles and kayaks. I wish there where more campsites near the water. It is a quite little park. The campsites are nice. The restrooms are very nice. This park is very clean. The park had different activities during the day on Saturday. They had live music and a campfire that I really enjoyed. Then after that they had a dance with a free jukebox and disco lights. It was fun watching the people dance. They have a really nice fishing dock and a store to buy supplies, sueveniers and ice. They rent Kayaks, paddle boats and boards by the hour. The trails go completely around the lake and are easy and very beautiful . They have free WiFi that actually work. The sunset and night sky is amazing. The racoons are very brave and will rob you of anything they can. Do not leave ice chest out or vehicle windows down. The park is only a couple miles from town. I would say this is one of Texas hidden gems. The people that work there are very nice. You don't have to have a fishing license to fish there and that I like because I didn't have to buy an out of state fishing license. There are lots of places to eat out if you don't want to cook. There is a place called Arnold's about 7 miles from park that has really reasonable food. $4 breakfast Eggs, sausage or bacon, hash browns, and biscuit & gravy. The also have a giant hamburger, bigger than a dinner plate that can feed 4 adults for only $15. Also 2 miles from the park is a big grocery store that is very reasonable, convenience stores, ice machines, and drive in restaurants. There is a $4 per person per day park entry fee. If you are a 100% disabled veteran that fee is waived for you and 1 other person. The campsites with electric are $20 & $25. Unlike many other states Texas does not give discounts for camping if your disabled or hold an America the beautiful pass.

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  Cheryl D.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 12, 2021

  Walleye Park

  Lovely East Texas Gem!

  Walleye Park is a comfortable and lovely park in Mt. Vernon on Lake Cypress Springs - one of the most beautiful lakes in Texas. The sites border the edges of a peninsula so every site has water access and share a dock with the neighboring site.  Some are on open water and some in a cove. The cove-sites are more shady, but all have a canopy of trees that make the park so gorgeous. A few of the spots are considered premium and accommodate larger rigs. Be sure to look at the key available on their reservation site to get a site suitable for your rig. Their reservation system leaves a lot to be desired. You must book 3 days minimum which leaves a lot of single day gaps that cannot be reserved online. Reservations are made through FCWD.com. Expect to just relax or enjoy the water. There is a volleyball area, but I've never seen a net. The environment is extremely peaceful and relaxing!

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  Chris K.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 4, 2018

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Piney Forest

  • Hills in Texas …Nawh
  • Some good hiking..you can work up a sweat, loop D is the most challenging
  • Dense shady forest
  • Fire wood can be purchased at the park or at the gas station right outside the park
  • Small lake with a couple of lit fishing piers
  • Awesome park store that rents paddle boats and canoes

  Ever have the feeling you are being watched especially at night. At Tyler State Park you may well be. Take a walk at night on the park road and shine your flashlight into the trees. A glowing pairs of eyes will be staring back at you. It is the Raccoons living in the trees. There are smart and persistent, so don't leave any food coolers outside unless it has a lock. They helped themselves to 2 lbs of fajita beef and another 1 lb of chicken. Also be prepared to jump when opening the park trash dumpster.

  We went with some friends who also pulled their pop-up camper. We picked Sites #14 and #15 because they were connected and the kids had a lot room between sites to play. We love the lit fishing piers, after the kids are in bed, can indulge in some "me" time with a nice cigar, a couple of beers and a folding chair.

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  Daniel L.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 16, 2020

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Go in the fall or early spring - bring strong repellent

  We were eaten alive. It is to be expected that you will attract mosquitoes, but this was extreme. Nothing we did short of covering our bodies in toxic chemicals would stop them. Even then they surrounded us. We also came home with fleas, also not the end of the world, but unpleasant.

  The park itself is must see for fans of the forests of East Texas. The lake is so intriguing and the history is very interesting. It is a heavily populated and used lake... I wouldn't describe it as a peaceful area. I could also do without the partisan political imagery surrounding the park. The park is large enough and the campsites are embedding into the woods.

  Campsites are thankfully spread out and when were there it was maybe 35-40% capacity. Lots of privacy. Be sure to stop during the day and listen, you'll hear trees and birds. 

  Park is situated among lake towns, but during the day and morning it is very quiet. evening and nights are much louder. The trails need some updating.

  Amenities used:

  Bathrooms need some updating, but were clean

  Trails need work done

  Minimal firewood available

  Be smart and come prepared and you'll be wowed.

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  Napunani

  Legend

  

  Nov. 18, 2021

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Great Lakeside Campsite

  Reserved on-line 153 days prior to arrival. 

  Pros 

  Area 2 campground night sky friendly with good dark sky viewing

  Site 211 has fantastic views of the lake

  Mid afternoon Sunday check in at entrance station very busy but processed quickly Utility hookups in good condition 

  Sites with grass neatly maintained 

  Campground mostly quiet except for Interstate 20 traffic noise 

  Showers were individual entry on opposite side of the building from the toilets 

  Campsite and entrance fee discount with Texas State Park Pass 

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

  EXXON station directly outside of State Park sold oak firewood 25 pieces for $20 

  Cons 

  Raccoons very aggressive and tried to take food that we were eating from our hands!!! Area 2 Lakeview sites require leveling side-to-side 

  Area 2 campsite parking pads are narrow with trees and large boulders close to parking pad. 

  ery narrow roadway in Area 2 with limited space to maneuver into backin sites. 

  One pull-thru site was so tight to the roadway, their trailer was partially on the road! Area 2 campground sites have no privacy from any other camp sites 

  Site 211 table, fire pit with cooking grate and lantern pole are located opposite side of the trailer door 

  Area 2 restroom/shower building serves 58 campsites and it shows it! Restroom facility badly needing some TLC, cleaning and maintenance Women’s restroom had 3 toilets and 2 sinks; men’s had 2 toilets and 1 urinal 

  Firewood for sale in Area 2 was only pine wood

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  Amie M.

  Ranger

  

  Jan. 21, 2021

  Caddo Lake State Park Campground

  Awesome! Be picky with tent sites

  Another great Texas State Park. I didn't see as much security as I usually do but the whole area is clean and well kept.

  The bathrooms are amazing with fully enclosed toilet/shower/changing station for family bathrooms. As someone traveling with a toddler it is a HUGE relief to lock him inside while I shower.

  We tent camp and while our site was perfect (#32) others were awful. It's very common for tent pads to be placed far away from the electrical box, so that's not a big deal... but after a rain storm it was apparent that a lot of tent pads need attention. The pads are dirt and many were uneven enough that 50% were well under water. Our pad was right next to the electrical box and someone had evened it out so while it rained and rained, we were good. So if you are tent camping pay close attention to the location and evenness of your tent pad. No amount of tarps would have saved some of these sites!

  The trails are good and it's a very unique location. Reminds me of South Florida!

  Lastly, the Armadillo circle is right next to the road. Okay maybe not right next to but you will hear traffic all night.

  Great for $15/night!