The Dallas-Fort Worth metro area surrounds Mansfield, Texas at 640 feet elevation with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F between June and September. Located just 30 minutes southeast of downtown Fort Worth, the region's RV parks operate year-round with peak occupancy during spring baseball season and fall football months at nearby AT&T Stadium.
What to do
Family entertainment: 6 Flags amusement park sits just a short drive from Mansfield area RV parks. A camper at Treetops RV Resort noted, "There is major shopping just up the street, Cowboys football and Rangers baseball only a few miles away, plus 6 Flags amusement park."
Shopping access: Target within walking distance from several camping locations. At Treetops RV Resort, one visitor shared, "Easy access to Target just around the corner, Parks mall is close by and Arlington Highlands shopping is really nice!"
Weekend flea market: Extensive vendor selection at Traders Village where you can stay and shop. A reviewer mentioned, "Huge flee market as well! Our 2nd visit and it is great, everything you need to live here on site... one of the biggest flee markets around and it's 2 days of walking and shopping."
What campers like
Privacy in bathroom facilities: Several RV parks near Mansfield offer individual bathrooms rather than communal shower rooms. At Northside RV Resort, "Each shower has its own toilet and vanity behind a lockable door."
Reliable internet connectivity: Important for remote workers and streaming services. A camper at Northside RV Resort stated, "Internet is great, bathrooms are clean, staff is nice!" Another mentioned, "We visited in November and it was quiet with a nice view of the water."
Outdoor gathering spaces: Community fire pits and recreation areas available at select locations. One visitor to Northside noted, "There is a pond with a fountain and a HUGE fireplace (not fire pit) for relaxing."
What you should know
Security features vary: Some RV parks provide gated access while others have open entrances. A camper at Northside RV Resort appreciated that it was "Gated. Level pads. Quiet. Dog park. Play ground. Wifi. Cable. Lake."
Seasonal considerations: Summer bugs can be problematic in certain parks. One reviewer warned, "The bugs are bad here, we had ants in our trailer and lots of bites. When it rains stay on the pavement as the mud is nasty and gumbo."
Noise factors: Proximity to highways and train tracks affects some RV parks near Mansfield. A candid review noted, "The road is very loud and there are train tracks with train horns blaring all night long - make sure your bedroom faces away from the road for the best sleep."
Tips for camping with families
Pool availability: Limited options for swimming during hot Texas summers. At Cowtown RV Park, visitors mentioned the "Nice little pool" as a feature, while another family at Treetops shared, "My boys jumped in the pool even though it was 55* outside and said it was a fun experience."
Playground access: Kid-friendly parks with dedicated play areas. A family staying at Cowtown RV Park appreciated that it "was a great location, quiet and had a playground for our kids."
Tree coverage for shade: Essential during hot summer months. A camper at Treetops RV Resort observed, "The trees are beautiful and add great shade. Most of spaces are pull through and very easy to setup at."
Tips from RVers
Site levelness: Concrete pads at most parks require minimal adjustment. At Rock Island RV Park, the sites surround "a quaint little pond with many of the RV units surrounding the water."
Backup internet options: Some campgrounds have inconsistent WiFi for remote workers. A reviewer at Treetops RV Resort shared, "WiFi worked for my family of 5 the majority of the time for simple things. Hubby works remotely and went to Panera for stronger/faster service."
Staff assistance with parking: Helpful for novice RVers or difficult sites. One camper at Treetops mentioned, "The staff was nice, friendly and helped us back in as we are still newbies," while another at Cowtown RV Park appreciated that "They even guide you to your camp spot."
