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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Mentone, TX

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Monahans Sandhills State Park Campground allows pets at all 26 campsites with water and electric hookups. The state park features sand dunes that dogs can explore alongside their owners, though leashes are required throughout the park area. Tra-Park RV Park and Jal Lake Park also accommodate pets with full hookup sites. Most camping areas provide level gravel spots with picnic tables where pets can rest in the shade during hot desert days. Sand can get everywhere when camping with dogs at Monahans Sandhills, but the unique landscape makes for memorable walks. Sites at most parks include water and electric connections, with several offering sewer hookups for extended stays. The campgrounds remain relatively quiet despite proximity to highways.

Hiking opportunities with dogs exist throughout the region's parks, though owners should be cautious of goathead burrs that can injure paws in certain areas. Early morning or evening walks are recommended during summer months when sand temperatures can become dangerous for pet paws. Monahans Sandhills State Park provides a once-in-a-lifetime view for campers with pets, with sunrise hikes up the dunes being particularly popular. Wickett City Campground offers full hookups for $16.75 daily with pet-friendly policies. Most campgrounds in the region enforce standard leash policies but do not have specific breed restrictions. The Jal Lake Park includes shady areas with pavilions where pets can escape the midday heat, though some visitors note the park has occasional safety concerns after dark. Campers should bring extra water for pets as the arid climate requires additional hydration.

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74 Reviews of 8 Mentone Campgrounds

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 26, 2024

    Saddleback Mountain RV Park

    Worked for an Overnighter

    There was no problem finding this campground(CG) as it is right off I-10 adjacent to a Valero gas station. We had paid online, and per the emailed instructions, we went and chose an empty site. After driving through and looking at sites that didn’t have trees that would interfere with our slide-outs, we went into pull-through site 29 with FHUs. As we were only staying overnight, we did not use water and sewer. The CG’s sites are all pull-throughs with FHUs. About 1/4 of the sites are transient workers or full-timers. When we were here towards the end of January, there were plenty of sites to choose from. Our site was plenty long enough for our 40’ 5th wheel and F450. This is a basic CG with no internet, but they have a laundry room on the back of the Saddleback Steakhouse and Bar that has seen better days. There’s also an unmanned office with instructions and a drop box for campers without a reservation. There were plenty of sites that have clear shots to the sky for satellite. We got 3 bars on Verizon. We should have used our sound machine as there’s a lot of road noise from I-10. There’s no formal dog park, but there is plenty of room to walk your dog. Other than the price, one of the reasons we stayed here was the raving reviews by other campers on the Saddleback Steakhouse and Saloon, especially their ribeyes. Boy, were we disappointed. We were expecting a big Texas-style steak. The steak was maybe 1/4 inch thick, and the hand-cut fries were greasy. This may be the only place in the US that still allows smoking inside. They live by their own rules here. On the bright side, this dive-type bar was interesting and somewhat entertaining depending on your views as this establishment is clearly pro-Trump and anti-Biden.

  • Will and Lucinda B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 3, 2023

    Saddleback Mountain RV Park

    Depends on your needs, great on-the-road stop

    We actually stayed here for a week, part of relocating from Texas over to the desert for the winter. 

    The Pros:

    • Easy in and out.  You can actually just go right to the back of the gas station there and cut left, big entrance area, though going to the right of the Saloon and restaurant does put you going the right way for....

    • Large, long spots.  Now, some have a cone in them, I'd guess some problem with one of the three hookups, but I don't know.  Some of them are also overgrown.

    • Plenty of room, really.  This isn't a place people stay for long, being next to the highway, I would guess.  So when you're trying to "reserve" a spot on the phone, it'll pretty much be "just come on".

    • During our stay we had reliable power and water, no issues.  Decent water pressure as well.  We did hit some freezing overnights so I just filled the tanks and we ran off that until we left.  I didn't actually hook up to the sewer at all.

    • The onsite bar and restaurant isn't bad.

    The Cons:

    • Not really a problem for me, but you ARE next to a truck stop and a highway, but honestly, I didn't hear them really at all during the night unless I was listening for it.

    • There was someone with loose dogs.  As a former traveling-with-dog RVer, that annoys me to a VERY great deal.  I don't know your dog, mine always seemed to get attacked.  Keep your dog on a leash, please.

    • Again, not a problem for me, but the bar/restaurant is very right wing Republican.    F*** Biden flags, Trump Won, etc.  Just warning you.  The patrons and staff didn't say or do anything untoward, but if this kind of stuff bothers you and you're easily offended, just be aware.

    • It took me second time to realize that my chicken fried steak wasn't just awesomely tender, but rather I'm pretty sure it was hamburger.  The batter and gravy was good, really, all the food was good.  (Though we did feel a little ripped off at 5 or 6 small onion rings for $6.99.)   There is a great Mexican restaurant in town (as much as there is any town to Balmorhea), too, be sure to check hours and such.  It's called La Cueva de Oso.

  • Sean & Holly H.
    Mar. 31, 2023

    Saddleback Mountain RV Park

    Good Price point Option

    Overall good experience. Plenty of vacancy - no reservations needed. $20 cash in an envelope gets you full hookups (50/30 amp - powerpoles in good shape), water (good quality/ pressure), and sewage. No picnic tables or bbq/fire. Nice access to store, gas, ice, and steakhouse/bar (I didn't visit). Nice landscape, but lots of goatheads (thorns) that get in your dog's paws. Quiet nights, despite popular truckstop adjacent.

  • Chip K.
    Feb. 21, 2023

    Saddleback Mountain RV Park

    Great overnight spot!

    $20 for FHU. All utilities worked great. Campground has been beautifully landscaped with various cacti. Despite being adjacent to the truck stop and interstate, there was surprisingly little noise. They even taken a large plot of land next to the campground and filled it with various native plants and cacti with a nice walking trail through it (perfect to stretch your legs after a long drive). We definitely would stay here again when passing through.

  • G. F.
    Nov. 20, 2020

    Saddleback Mountain RV Park

    Convenient, large spaces

    We pulled off I-10 to stay for the night on a cross-country trip. This park is just off the exit and you drive through the gas station entrance to get here, but the park is remarkably quiet and scenic for being in the middle of the desert and right next to the highway. We arrived around 4:30 pm on a Friday and the office wasn't open. They have a dropbox that tells you to find a spot and pay the nightly rate in the dropbox. The restaurant is closed, but if you need anything at the gas station, it is very close. For $20, we have water, sewer, and electricity.  The T-Mobile cell service is amazing, but there aren't over-the-air TV channels. The sites are a little close together, but the first half have pretty desert plants between each site. There are clearly some long-term residents, but we felt safe and welcome and would definitely come back as a stopover.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 13, 2025

    Monahans Sandhills State Park Campground

    Amazing place, reasonable price, secluded

    This was perfect. Stars and meteors epic. Close to the highway but secluded. Of their 20 or so sites only 3 were taken. Electric and water hook ups, trash, friendly staff, clean bathrooms. Epically quiet - cool at night. $15 camp fee plus $4 per person unless you have a Texas park pass.

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 31, 2022

    Tra-Park RV Park

    Tra-park rv park

    This place is off the highway a bit but still pretty noisy. Across the street from rec center which had fair amount of traffic in early evening. Sites are level, have good hookups and picnic tables but no trees or privacy. Fortunately the night we stopped on our way back to central Texas there were not many people here so we had no neighbors. Clean bathrooms and laundry facility.

  • George B.
    May. 20, 2021

    Saddleback Mountain RV Park

    Rude CG host

    We stayed one night on a Wednesday, on our way thru Texas. The price was ok, $20 a night with full hookups. The host claimed to not know what was available as far as places to eat at the truck stop next door. There is a restaurant 100 yards away. The food there was not good and the prices were high. Had I known any of this beforehand, I would have pulled behind the truck stop and parked in the lot with all the trucks and saved $20.

  • Kelsey G.
    Jan. 28, 2020

    Monahans Sandhills State Park Campground

    Serene desert escape in the middle of Texas Oil Country

    We loved staying here for a night on our drive through West Texas, the perfect midway stopping point. This state park is a nice natural respite from the noise and lights of oil country and towns. 

    Easy pull-through sites and well-maintained bathrooms. Sunsets and sunrises here are stunning. Feels like you're in a foreign desert.

Guide to Mentone

Discovering pet-friendly camping options near Mentone, Texas, opens up a world of adventure for you and your furry companions. With several well-reviewed spots, you can enjoy the great outdoors without leaving your pets behind.

Dog owners appreciate the amenities available at these campgrounds

  • At Tra-Park RV Park, you’ll find full hookups and clean facilities, making it a convenient stop for pet owners.
  • Pecos Park offers large picnic tables and ample space for pets to roam, although it lacks some utilities.
  • Saddleback Mountain RV Park features spacious pull-through sites and easy access to nearby amenities, perfect for a quick getaway with your dog.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include great features for your stay

Dog-friendly activities while camping near Mentone

  • Enjoy the beautiful dunes and outdoor activities at Monahans Sandhills State Park Campground, where pets can join you on hikes and explorations.
  • Jal Lake Park offers a lovely lake setting, perfect for a day of picnicking and playing fetch with your dog.
  • Take your pet for a stroll around Saddleback Mountain RV Park, where you can enjoy the nearby gas station and diner while your furry friend enjoys the open space.

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