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Hidden Grove RV Resort's large paved sites accommodate pets with a pet-friendly environment throughout the property. Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit and Bonham State Park Campground also welcome pets at their campsites, offering shaded spots and access to trails where dogs can explore on-leash. Campers report the grounds at Hidden Grove are well-maintained with plenty of spacing between sites for privacy, making it comfortable for pets to settle in. The resort features hiking trails spanning approximately 3 miles around the property where guests can exercise their dogs. Most campgrounds in the area require pets to be leashed at all times when outside RVs or tents, though specific designated pet areas may have different rules.
The natural surroundings near Ladonia provide excellent opportunities for camping with pets. Sleep Under The Pecan Trees offers a unique camping experience where dogs can observe wild yet docile horses that approach campsites. Reviewers note their children were mesmerized by the horses while camping with their pets. Most campgrounds in the region maintain clean facilities and offer trash disposal important for pet waste management. The Honey Grove and Cooper area campgrounds provide water access points where dogs can cool off during warmer months. Park trails vary in difficulty but most are accessible for pets of varying activity levels, with Cooper Lake State Park offering multiple hiking paths through wooded areas. Local wildlife viewing opportunities abound, though campers should keep pets secure to avoid unwanted encounters with native animals.
"We were driving through this part of Texas headed home to Oklahoma and saw the signs and needed to stop for lunch, so we decided to check this place out.This was a really beautiful park with a very nice"
"We stayed at spot 18, it was a quick walk to the lake and had the most beautiful wooded view from the campsite. The dump station has 2 spots and very easy to use."
from $20 - $60 / night
Check Availability"Hidden Grove is a brand new RV park just east of Honey Grove in north Texas. I spent a night here just to get out during the virus lockdown. The sites are paved and ready to go."
"You can tell this is a good place to stay as soon as you pull in the drive. Great roads, very large sites, your choice pull in paved or gravel, back in or lake side. All spots have a paved patio."
from $45 - $150 / night
Check Availability"Several walk-in campsites that are close to the lake shore. No restrooms so bring your own toilet. This site is very close to the shore and is perfect for SUP. Loved it!!"
"Great hiking trails! This park is great for kayaking & fishing!"
from $15 / night
Check Availability"You can pet them and feed them by hand. Tall trees and gorgeous campsites. Donkeys hee-hawing, birds singing, and fire flies glowing. Scattered ponds throughout this 100 acre plot."
"Beautiful location, sunsets, horses and donkeys makes Sleep Under the Pecan Trees a place we go to camp multiple times a year for three years now."
from $45 - $50 / night
Check Availability"One of the cheapest of the Texas State Parks. Tent only spots are 15 a night and comes with electricity. One bathroom for everyone which makes for a walk."
"Beautiful old Texas State Park with all the hookups and things you need for a nice time. Level sites all with great water views close to everything. Very nice and helpful staff."
"A very small park with a small lake, but it is well shaded well maintained. It is undergoing upgrades at this time."
from $17 - $700 / night
Check Availability"It’s under a 2 hour drive from the DFW area so, I find it’s a nice weekend getaway. I camped here on a Sunday to Monday and it was very quiet."
"Cooper Lake feels secluded. Lots of trees with a beautiful lake and well maintained hiking trails. It’s close enough to the Dallas area to be convenient, but never feels crowded."
from $25 - $50 / night
Check Availability"My only complaint is that access to the lake is limited to a few campsites and a day use area that could easily be overwhelmed on a busy day."
"It was spacious and felt very private even though we knew there were other campsites close by. The site was also pretty level."
from $30 - $60 / night
Check Availabilityfrom $40 - $105 / night
Check Availability"The Park at Brushy Creek is an awesome spot to enjoy sunsets and explore the surrounding land. Make sure to check out their cows and goats! "
from $75 - $125 / night
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GuideThis park is close to highway and great for overnight stay. The park has pull through full site hookups. The park has a pond that is the center of the entire campground. The park has two dog parks available as well for those traveling with pets.
Two things I loved:
One thing I didn’t love: Really close to others for extended stays.
RangerStayed for two months for my husband's work. Park manager, Becky, was helpful and nice. They have a saltwater pool, dog park, laundry room, shower/bathrooms, trees/landscaping and access to a boat ramp. Some sites are a bit tight. We were in the top part of the campground and had no issues with it being real wet. Have heard that the lower area does have pooling of water with heavy rain. It does go away quickly, but should be aware of this if you have lots of outside things or a pet. Would stay here again.
LegendAbout 45minutes north of Dallas which makes easy entry and exit. Very clean amenities, spacious sites, better than average dog park, good amount of grass and walking trails around. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Even had a small fitness room that will work in a pinch.
TravelerWas going to reserve. However, they do not allow pets!
LegendThis is a beautiful, well kept campground. The people that work there are real nice. Its real peacefull. This lake doesn't have a marina so there is not too much boat traffic. There are boat ramps and docks. I plan on taking my kayak next time. It looks great for kayaking. The campsites are spacious. Lots of shade trees. Pets are allowed. It is a quit campground. The campground A & G have vault toilets. The shower house is up near the entrance. I believe that loop C has a shower. Loop A does not have a shower but the main restroom and shower is within walking distance. They give you 1/2 price off if you have an Access Pass. From Paris, TX, take HWY 271 north 12 miles to FM 906 W and follow it 1 mile to CR 35920. Turn left into the park following signs.
GuideWe needed an overnight spot on our way back home to Texas, and we're so glad that we picked this park! Easy on and easy off of Highway 69, and It's located right next to the Choctaw Casino complex.
Parking for registration is located right by the office, and all the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The road from the highway to the park is very easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate. Even though it's not too far from the main road, we didn't hear any traffic noise at all.
We were assigned to pull-thru site number 41. All the sites are concrete and appear fairly level. Our site was level side to side, and a few inches off from front to rear. There are very few shade trees for the majority of the park sites. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was okay, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located. There is also a picnic table and a covered trash can located at each site.
Bathrooms, Showers, laundry facilities, and the pool are all located at the registration office building and are in great shape. In fact, they are the cleanest and nicest facilities that we've ever experienced at an RV park. They are on par with what you would expect at a 5-Star resort.
Wi-Fi, Satellite, OTA: there is free Wi-Fi in the park with numerous repeater towers, so each site has a fairly strong signal- we achieved 101 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up. We got AT&T 5G with 3 bars and achieved 330 Mbps down and 11.3 Mbps up. If you need clear access for satellite reception, trees will not be an issue. Also, you can pick up approximately 50 OTA stations with good HD quality reception.
Dog Park: They have a nice fenced-in park that is divided into two separate areas. They provide doggie bags and a trash can.
Amenities: Lots of items are listed on their website. They have a propane area where you can fill your existing tanks, exchange tanks, or even buy new tanks. They also have RV supplies and parts located in the office area.
Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. They provide free shuttle service to the Casino Complex that has plenty of restaurants and a multi-screen movie theater. The park map provides a very accurate rendition of the park. See my attached photos for more details.
Bottom line- this park is owned by the Choctaw Nation and is part of the Casino Complex. So, the RV park is maintained at an exceptional level since income from the RV park is not critical. They just want their RV guests to have a first-class experience. Even if you don't gamble or dine out, take the free shuttle over to the casino complex just to see what it offers. It's truly a Vegas-like experience. This park deserves its high rating, and I do not hesitate to recommend it!
ScoutWild, yet docile horses will approach you. You can pet them and feed them by hand. Tall trees and gorgeous campsites. Donkeys hee-hawing, birds singing, and fire flies glowing. Scattered ponds throughout this 100 acre plot. Feel free to explore the nature or just chill at your campsite. Rick Parent, the friendly wolf-rescuing author and musician, will be your contact for your stay. He will have your spot mowed and ready before your arrival. He is kind, welcoming, and such a treat to visit with. There are minimal mosquitoes, so that was certainly a relief. You will be about 12 minutes away from the nearest Walmart, in case you forget some camping supplies. We had to go there to buy more carrots for the horses. (40 pounds of carrots). I highly recommend that everyone go check this place out! Share the energy of this beautiful land and always remember to pack out what you pack in.
LegendPROS
Saved $62 with Texas State Park Pass
NO fee to make online reservation
Very friendly Spring Point Loop camp host
Very quiet
Site 77 concert parking pad level
Site 77 some shade
Site 77 had an aluminum picnic table (brand new), pedestal BBQ grill, metal fire pit with cooking grate and lantern pole
Firewood vending machine at park headquarters
Security gate locked with a pad lock at 10pm with combination provided
Very clean toilet/shower facility that are near Spring Point Camping Loop which are also used by park day visitors
Friendly squirrels that ate from our hands
Saw lots of deer
CONS
Cigarette butts all over our campsite and parking pad upon arrival
Firepit nearly full of ashes upon arrival
Pedestal BBQ full of ashes and trash upon arrival
Picnic table bolted to concrete so not moveable and it was not close to parking pad
Saw lots of feral cats roaming the campground
Mostly 1 bar T MOBILE
No park WIFI
GuideThe Good, level, spacious campsites with an awning over the picnic table. Great lay out for campsites. The Lake Lavon was beautiful. The not so good, the restrooms were old and not well kept up. They were not heated which probably doesn't matter most of the time in Texas but when we were there it was 20 degrees. Secondly there is dog poop everywhere, it seems that every time I stepped off of the pavement I had to clean dog crap out of my shoes.
Cooper Lake State Park's north and south units provide multiple camping options around the 19,000-acre reservoir near Ladonia, Texas. The climate in this region features hot, humid summers with temperatures often exceeding 90°F and mild winters with occasional freezing temperatures. The terrain consists primarily of rolling hills covered with post oak and blackjack oak forests, with elevation ranging from 400 to 500 feet above sea level.
Fishing opportunities: Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit offers excellent fishing access with multiple boat ramps. "The lake was beautiful and clear. I would absolutely recommend this place and I plan on going to stay there for a week in June," notes Melanie W. The park features a fishing pier and regular lake stocking.
Hiking trails: Several parks near Ladonia maintain trail networks suitable for various skill levels. Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit provides diverse trail options. Amy H. reports, "Can't wait to go again!" while Danelle I. adds, "One of the best campsites we've been to." Trail lengths range from 0.5 to 4.5 miles.
Water recreation: During summer months, swimming beaches and boating access points allow for cooling off. Bob M. states about Cooper Lake, "We were here in early December, so the campground wasn't very busy. We liked our site, pretty spacious with views of the water." Many campgrounds maintain designated swimming areas with sandy beaches.
Wildlife viewing: Sleep Under The Pecan Trees offers unique wildlife encounters. Aaron W. describes, "Wild, yet docile horses will approach you. You can pet them and feed them by hand. Tall trees and gorgeous campsites. Donkeys hee-hawing, birds singing, and fire flies glowing." The property spans 100 acres with scattered ponds.
Quiet atmosphere: Many campers appreciate the peaceful settings. At Hidden Grove RV Resort, General M. comments, "This place is awesome, quiet. They have two different trails to walk on. The RV spaces are further apart than your average RV Park." Most campgrounds maintain quiet hours from 10pm to 6am.
Fishing success: Anglers report catching various species in local waters. Mike J. shares about Sleep Under The Pecan Trees, "She caught her 1st bass in the pond as well. The entire property is simply beautiful." Cooper Lake contains largemouth bass, crappie, and catfish populations.
Weather considerations: Storms can develop quickly in this region. Susan L. recalls about Deer Haven Campground, "A big storm blew in around dinner time. The wind was fierce and blowing out of the north across the almost 20,000 acre lake! I actually called the ranger to find out if I needed to evacuate." Always check weather forecasts before camping.
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies greatly between campgrounds. Ray & Terri F. note about Bright Star Campground, "AT&T coverage was pitiful, with only 1 bar of LTE service and speeds up to 0.1 MB/s." Most state parks have reliable emergency contact systems despite poor cell reception.
Wildlife awareness: Native animals frequent campgrounds. Victoria D. warns, "Be mindful of wild hogs because we did have some a little too close for comfort two of the nights we were there!" Proper food storage in sealed containers helps minimize unwanted wildlife encounters.
Kid-friendly activities: Bonham State Park offers diverse recreation options. Dude R. suggests, "For our first RV camping trip of 2018 we took a short drive north to Bonham State Park. There are plenty of things for a family to do while camping at Bonham State Park! Hiking, fishing, boat rental and best of all Smors cooked over a roaring camp fire!"
Educational opportunities: Several parks provide nature programs for children. Jesse M. notes about Bright Star Campground, "We found the staff to be extremely friendly and helpful, the whole park was well-kept and the facilities were clean." Rangers often lead wildlife identification walks during summer months.
Animal encounters: Some campgrounds offer unique animal experiences. Mike J. shares about Sleep Under The Pecan Trees, "The horses came into our camp and she was mesmerized by their size and beauty. Most amazing experience." These interactions create memorable experiences for children.
Site selection: Choose sites appropriate for your rig size. Susan L. advises about Deer Haven Campground, "The concrete pad at site 68 was level and shaded by a beautiful, mature oak tree. I could walk from the pad to the lake." Most campgrounds post maximum RV lengths for each site.
Hookup availability: Water and electric connections vary between parks. At Cooper Lake State Park, Chris P. notes, "Beautiful old Texas State Park with all the hookups and things you need for a nice time. Level sites all with great water views close to everything." Water pressure typically ranges from 30-50 PSI.
Weather preparedness: North Texas weather can change rapidly. Tris W. describes Hidden Grove RV Resort as having "spots are all paved with a nice sectioned off patio spot. There seem to be some more permanent rvs here. It was very quiet during the day and even in the evening." Most sites lack natural windbreaks, so awning tie-downs are recommended.
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Ladonia, TX is Liberty Grove Campground — Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit with a 4.4-star rating from 14 reviews.
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