Best Cabin Camping near Longview, TX

Several cabin campgrounds near Longview, Texas provide overnight lodging in wooded settings with lake views. Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground includes cabin accommodations with water and electric hookups. Tyler State Park Campground features cabins with similar amenities in a heavily forested area. These cabins typically have electric hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Most properties offer cabins with basic furnishings though specific amenities vary by location. The presence of power facilities impacts some locations. A review mentioned, "There is a power plant across from the campgrounds that bothered us at night a little, but other than that we loved it!"

Depending on the specific campground, cabin accommodations range from rustic shelters to more developed rental units. Martin Creek Lake State Park offers screened shelters with concrete floors, electrical outlets, lights, and nearby water spigots. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park and Caddo Lake State Park both provide cabin options with varied amenities. Most require advance reservations, especially during summer months when occupancy rates are highest. Pets are permitted at many facilities, though specific policies vary. Visitors have noted the cleanliness of certain facilities, with one review stating, "Screened Shelter - BEST EVER! They seem cob-webby from the outside but once inside, the concrete floor is smoother up the edges of the walls, reducing entry of insects via cracks."

Visitors should confirm what supplies are provided before arrival. Basic cabins typically include beds and limited furniture but require guests to bring their own linens, pillows, and toiletries. Cooking facilities vary significantly between properties - some provide only outdoor fire rings while others may have limited indoor cooking options. Most parks have nearby bathhouses with toilets and showers. The proximity to Marshall and Tyler provides access to grocery stores and supplies when needed. Park entrance fees are separate from cabin rental costs, with rates varying by season and facility type.

Best Cabin Sites Near Longview, Texas (32)

    1. Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

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

    $15 - $85 / night

    "There’s RV sites, tent sites (both primitive and “cushy”), cabins, cottages and screened shelters. my past experience with screened shelters were always dusty, dank, spider-filled shacks that I would only"

    "Each site has a picnic table and fire ring and ours had water and electric. There was a dump station available. The other reviewers mention the ants, but we didn’t have any problems with them."

    2. Tyler State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Lindale, TX
    31 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."

    "This is kind of a homey/tourist sort of campground and park. There's kayak rentals available as well as boats. Campsites are available as well as small cabins."

    3. Pine Ridge RV Park

    1 Review
    Kilgore, TX
    6 miles
    +1 (903) 238-4207

    4. Caddo Lake State Park Campground

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

    $10 - $115 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    5. Daingerfield State Park Campground

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

    $10 - $225 / night

    "Aluminum picnic table and fire ring with cooking grate  Very quiet campground except for highway and train noise 

    4 camp hosts 

    Good night sky viewing in BIG PINE 

    Good view of lake in BIG PINE 

    Privacy"

    "Its nestled in the thick pineywoods of northeast Texas - the towering pine trees, lakeside cabins and crystal clear lake all combined bring back memories of a person's childhood."

    6. Laguna Vista RV Park, Inc.

    4 Reviews
    Tatum, TX
    24 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 503-2979

    "This is a nice, little East Texas park. It has a pond, and is surrounded by "tall/large" trees that you don't get a lot of in Texas. "

    "Our site was good with easy full hook ups, drive through, but required side leveling. The small pond was great to walk around and chat by. "

    7. Jellystone Park™ Tyler

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

    "It was great to take advantage of the water amenities available! My kids loved the splash pad/water slides (I did too!)."

    "We just completed our first visit to this park! Our daughter has a December birthday, and she decided to not have a party, but to go camping instead! We stayed busy the entire stay!"

    8. Music Springs

    6 Reviews
    Hawkins, TX
    28 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."

    9. Lake Hawkins County RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Hawkins, TX
    30 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 769-4545

    "Concrete pads, lots of shade, many with views of the lake (very clear water for the area) great little campground store with necessities. Very spacious sites!! Nice metal picnic table and fire ring."

    "The rv spots were comfortable and well spaced. It gets busy on weekends but is quiet and secluded during the week."

    10. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground

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

    $10 - $40 / night

    "We stayed in a screened shelter at Lake Bob Sandlin SP in Nov 2020 and in a cabin with bunk beds last weekend and both sites were great."

    "We loved fishing and hiking throughout the park but our kids loved the double bunks in our cabin. The campsite was great, right off the water and a well placed fire pit. We will definitely be back."

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Cabin Reviews near Longview, TX

219 Reviews of 32 Longview 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.

  • 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..

  • Napunani
    Nov. 17, 2021

    Daingerfield State Park Campground

    Lots of FHU Sites

    Reserved on-line 152 days prior to arrival. 

    Pros 

    Pristine clean restroom/showerhouse. Seemed recently renovated 

    BIG PINE camping area only big rig friendly(longer than 20 ft) out of 40 FHU sites. Big Pine, Dogwood and Mountain View Campgrounds FHU so 40 FHU sites with no park dump station. 

    Aluminum picnic table and fire ring with cooking grate 

    Very quiet campground except for highway and train noise 

    4 camp hosts 

    Good night sky viewing in BIG PINE 

    Good view of lake in BIG PINE 

    Privacy from side neighbors 

    No leveling required from side-to-side 

    Asphalt parking pad heaved various places due to tree roots creating numerous tripping hazard 

    Campsite utility hook-ups in good condition with no problems encountered 

    Security gate that closes overnight 

    No street lights in BIG PINE 

    Campsite and entrance fee discount with Texas State Park Pass 

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

    CONS 

    Most FHU sites (other than BIG PINE) are extremely short in length. Barely room for single axle TT, so need to review site details carefully 

    Site 8 had an extreme amount of above ground roots causing tripping hazard

    Picnic table approx 50 feet from Site 8 parking pad

    Highway and train noise

    BIG PINE sites barely off campground road, so therefore no privacy from campers across the road

    Restroom/shower facility not heated

    No lantern pole

    No wildlife sightings

    No park Wifi

    1 bar AT&T in BIG PINE

  • Carrie J.
    Aug. 29, 2016

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Nice place to get outdoors for a few days

    This is kind of a homey/tourist sort of campground and park. There's kayak rentals available as well as boats. Campsites are available as well as small cabins. You can also rent bikes and other things. If you're looking for a "resort" style camping experience this may be for you.

  • James_TrueZoneCoaching
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Great camping 2 hours from Dallas

    I visited the Shortleaf camping area in the Tyler State Park for the weekend to participate in a 50k trail race. Each campsite in this area has a sheltered cabin, picnic table, fire pit and 2 parking spots. Tent camping is also permitted on the site but I used my iKamper Roof Top Tent as my primary place to sleep. The sheltered cabin has screens on the windows to keep the bugs out and electricity. I used this area primarily for storage of the food & gear that I used during the weekend. My campsite was located at the bottom of a hill and had a path to the restrooms and showers. These facilities were very clean and had 2 shower stalls and 3 toilet stalls along with 2 sinks. This location had access to the lake via a short hike. This type of camp site is the best of both worlds, you can camp via tent/car and still have a cabin like experience via the sheltered cabin. 

    In September it is still pretty warm in Tyler, humidity was 100% when I visited without rain. I'll visit again in October when the cooler temps arrive and undoubtable have an even better experience.

  • 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

  • J
    Dec. 9, 2021

    Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground

    Fun for the Second Year in a Row

    We stayed in a screened shelter at Lake Bob Sandlin SP in Nov 2020 and in a cabin with bunk beds last weekend and both sites were great. We have four kids, so space was a little tight in the cabin but we made do. Clean facilities, friendly staff and beautiful rolling terrain along the lake. Would recommend!

  • 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

  • Heidi R.
    May. 31, 2018

    Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

    Screened Shelter - BEST EVER! and oddly, no mosquitoes !?

    There are many options to camp at this state park. There’s RV sites, tent sites (both primitive and “cushy”), cabins, cottages and screened shelters. my past experience with screened shelters were always dusty, dank, spider-filled shacks that I would only store my cooler and belongings in (tightly sealed) but these at Martin Creek were IMMACULATE to say the least! 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. The park employees vacuum these areas, as observed when I passed others that had recently vacated. The rafters in these shelters were spaced out far enough for me to hang my hammock. 4 people slept inside without air mattresses or camp pads and slept wonderfully (flat surfaces are good for our spines sometimes) not a big in sight. There is an electrical outlet inside as well as a light, and there is an outlet outside as well. Small lock on inside, watr spigot and doIble lantern hook nearby as well as a wooden/metal picnic table (good condition). I slept in Shelter #6 and it was a few yards away from the water’s edge. Great views of a small lilly-pad laced bay and we caught 7 catfish using normal nightcrawlers as bait. Fried them up for lunch the next day and they tasted like heaven! But, everything tastes better when you’re camping. We had also set up 4 tents around the area (not disturbing local flora/fauna) and we slept to the deafening croaks of frogs. Only 1 raccoon came upon our camp area to a spot where someone had thrown a corn cob, otherwise, we take all the necessary steps to avoid crossing paths with those relentless nighttime furry bandits. Shelters 7-9 are also located in great areas of the lake nearby, there is the power plants across the lake and for some reason, we like to believe that it was the reason we had ZERO mosquitoes! Many house flies and the non-biting ants were everywhere but not to the point of insanity... they list this ant as an issue on their website I do believe. I’d take this shelter over a hotel stay ANY TIME!


Guide to Longview

Cabin camping near Longview, Texas puts visitors in the heart of the Piney Woods ecoregion where tall loblolly and shortleaf pines create natural shade. Most cabins in the area sit on terrain with 300-400 ft elevation with summer temperatures regularly reaching into the 90s. Winter cabin camping offers cooler temperatures with averages between 40-60°F, making primitive cabins comfortable without air conditioning.

What to do

Kayaking in cypress-filled waterways: Lake Bob Sandlin State Park offers unique paddling opportunities with a special kayak launch system. "Kayak launch isn't easy to get to but they have provided a slide for yaks to get from the parking area to/from the launch. Once you're there though its like you're transported somewhere else and you weave your way through a winding canal to reach the lake," notes Becca H. after visiting Lake Bob Sandlin State Park.

Fishing from designated piers: Multiple fishing spots exist throughout the regional parks with catfish being common catches. "We caught 7 catfish using normal nightcrawlers as bait. Fried them up for lunch the next day," reports a visitor to Martin Creek Lake State Park. The fishing piers provide accessible bank fishing for those without boats.

Exploring hiking trails: Daingerfield State Park offers short but scenic hiking options through mature pine forests. "Great hiking trials. Privacy if that's your thing, it is for us and our three dogs. However, there is an awesome pavilion, swim dock, picnic area and paddle boat area. Something for everyone," mentions Anne P. at Daingerfield State Park.

What campers like

Secluded island primitive camping: At Martin Creek Lake State Park, the primitive camping area offers a unique camping experience. "We highly recommend their primitive camping option on the island. Remember to bring your wagon, the parking lot is a good 70 yards to the camp sites," advises Aaron K. from his experience at Martin Creek Lake State Park.

Clean, heated bathrooms: Many campers note the quality of facilities, especially during cooler months. "Bathrooms were clean and heated. Raccoon did peek its head into my camper... ahhh!" reported Kelly G. after staying at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. Most cabin camping areas provide central bathhouses within walking distance of cabin sites.

Private, wooded sites: The heavily forested nature of East Texas creates natural privacy between many camping spots. "It is very thickly wooded which makes even the smallest sites private. We stayed on site 08 which on the map looks like it's on the water but the brush is dense so there is no water view," explains Rebecca about her stay at Lake Bob Sandlin.

What you should know

Noise considerations: Several parks have sources of ambient noise that might affect light sleepers. "There's a power plant over there. Didn't know that when I booked my site. Nice short distance hiking trail, I enjoyed quite a bit. The sites were clean, well kept," reports Shane H. about camping at Martin Creek Lake.

Wildlife encounters: Be prepared for encounters with local wildlife, particularly at night. "We had a regular nighttime visit from some bold raccoons, so definitely put your goodies and trash away. Overnight spider webs cover everything and I'm quite sure we took a hundred spiders home with us!" warns a visitor to Lake Bob Sandlin State Park.

Seasonal considerations: Cabins book far in advance during peak periods, especially summer months. "Hard to get reservations because it is so popular! If you get reservations it's kinda like winning the lottery. But it's all worth it!" explains Tammie L. about Tyler State Park.

Tips for camping with families

Playgrounds and recreation areas: Multiple parks offer designated play areas for children. "Pretty cool play ground, trails to explore, covered picnic tables in the swim area, nice fishing piers. A really cool SP," notes Becca H. about facilities at Martin Creek Lake State Park.

Swimming beaches with supervision: Many parks feature designated swimming areas with sandy beaches. "The lake was perfect and had a nice beach. We were able to rent kayaks and paddle boats. The hiking is not the greatest but it was easy enough for my toddler," shares Sarah J. from Jellystone Park Tyler.

Cabin alternatives for non-tent campers: Several parks offer unique accommodations beyond standard cabins. "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," mentions Karen M. about Music Springs, which offers teepees and other alternative cabin options.

Tips from RVers

Concrete pads at some locations: Some parks offer improved parking for RVs, making set-up easier. "Concrete pads, lots of shade, many with views of the lake (very clear water for the area) great little campground store with necessities. Very spacious sites!! Nice metal picnic table and fire ring," notes Emily B. about Lake Hawkins County RV Park.

Site selection for privacy: When booking, check site dimensions and proximity to facilities. "Our site was very shady, and our ac had no issue keeping up with the temps. Our particular site was a pie shape. We had visitors Saturday, and there were some parking blues because of how narrow the site was," explains a camper who stayed at Jellystone Park Tyler.

Limited dump facilities: Not all parks have full hookups at every site. "Limited number of full hook ups but they have a honey wagon. Will definitely come back to this park," explains Charles P. about Lake Hawkins County RV Park.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Longview, TX is Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 22 reviews.

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