RV parks near Klondike, Texas primarily serve oil industry workers and travelers passing through the Permian Basin region. Summer temperatures frequently reach above 100°F with minimal shade across most facilities. West Texas camping locations often feature level sites on dirt or gravel surfaces with varying degrees of spacing between units.
What to do
Frisbee golf course access: Lamesa RV Parking Area offers camping adjacent to a disc golf course. "Nice safe, spot w water and electric. Across from a playground and on a frisbee golf course. Great find!! On our way to New Mexico," notes a traveler at Lamesa RV Parking Area.
Paved walking paths: Coleman RV Park provides paved roads circling the facility for exercise. A visitor mentions, "There are nice shelters with picnic tables and grills. Paved road around the park for walking. Stay a night and was very quiet, and no one bothers you so we felt safe."
Recreation facilities: Multiple family activities available at Coleman City Park. "This is connected to a city park, with disc golf set up right near by. There are hookups at each parking spot as well as a water and dumping station," explains one camper at Coleman RV Park.
What campers like
Free camping options: Several municipal parks offer no-cost stays with basic amenities. "City park with 8 or so free campsites. Water and 30A service. Makes a great overnight stop. And did I say free?" shares a visitor at Lamesa RV Parking Area.
Affordable overnight stays: Budget-friendly options throughout the region. "We needed an overnight stop. This was perfect. Electric, water and a close dump. All free. They do appreciate donations," writes a camper about Coleman RV Park.
Central location for travel: Convenient stopping point between major destinations. "Perfect stop to break up the trip from DFW metroplex to Whitesands New Mexico area," explains a reviewer at Hat Creek RV Park, which offers "a dirt lot with rows of RV spots" but includes amenities like showers and laundry facilities.
What you should know
Electrical reliability varies: Check connections before setting up. "This is our 4th time here over a 10 year time frame. The electrical has slowly deteriorated. Site 10 this time had serviceable electrical hook up but Site 4 showed on my meter to be good but upon hookup had a faulty circuit," warns a camper at Lamesa.
Seasonal pest issues: Prepare for insects and plant hazards. "Our poor dogs' paws were covered in goat heads - we will be buying some dog boots!" notes a visitor at Hat Creek RV Park, while another review mentions, "There were many bees and flies clamoring to get into the RV when we stayed here in early December."
Cell service quality: Coverage strength differs by carrier. One reviewer at Clinton Fox reports "AT&T very good. Verizon mediocre" while another park visitor mentions "Surprisingly strong internet" at their location.
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Several parks feature play areas for children. "There's a little playground here, nice showers, and a nice laundry facility," mentions a visitor about Hat Creek RV Park.
Pet-friendly considerations: Most Klondike-area RV parks welcome animals but with varying accommodations. "They are family friendly and pet friendly which is a big deal for me," explains a reviewer at Goldenrod RV Park & Propane, where they stayed nine months.
Multi-day accommodations: Several parks permit longer stays. Coleman RV Park allows "Free for up to 5 days" according to one reviewer, making it suitable for families needing more than overnight accommodations.
Tips from RVers
Laundry facilities access: Important consideration for extended travels. "I liked that the laundry had dedicated animal bedding/oil rig machines so we could wash our dog bedding guilt free. Machines are coin operated, you can get quarters in the office," notes a reviewer at Hat Creek RV Park.
Site selection strategy: Choose spots away from noise sources when possible. "Had a back-in site. Staff escorted me to the site and helped me back in (which was very nice), however was right by the road," explains a visitor to Midessa Oil Patch RV Park.
Level site availability: Terrain varies between facilities. A camper at Coleman notes, "It's a free parking lot with power for RV. The lot has a slight slope but it's fine for a night or two. It's by the main road so there is some noise but its fine works for the night."
