RV camping near Meridian, Texas provides access to the state's central limestone hills and the Bosque River watershed at approximately 770 feet above sea level. The area experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F between June and September, while winters remain relatively mild with occasional freezing temperatures. Summer evening temperatures can remain above 75°F at many camping locations near Meridian, making evening campfires comfortable year-round.
What to do
River access: Dinosaur Valley RV Park offers direct river access via a trail that's a short walk from campsites. "Guests of DVRVP can access the river by following a small trail at one corner of the park by the entrance of DVSP. Our family spent a whole day in the river a minute walk from our camper," notes Jim H.
Wildlife viewing: The area surrounding Lake Whitney provides opportunities to observe native Texas wildlife. "We loved the location, so close to Dallas! This park is so quite and very dark at night! They have a good hiking trail! I had to walk about 1/2 mile to get to the water! It was so worth it," reports a visitor to Thousand Trails Lake Whitney.
Family attractions: Several family-friendly attractions are located within easy driving distance. "Dinosaur World is literally across the street (easily walkable) and Dinosaur Valley State Park is an easy drive. Fossil Rim is about 15 min away but some road construction can double that (make reservations online pre-arrival)," advises Tiffany H. about activities near the campgrounds.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many RV sites near Meridian offer ample space between neighbors. "All sites are pull thru (approx 80') with a lot of space between spaces. Grass is about 80% in for the pups," reports Bill B. about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.
Quiet atmosphere: Campers frequently mention the peaceful environment at area campgrounds. "Very nice country setting. The park and sites are very easy in and out. Quiet. Lots of trees," shares James G. about his stay at Clifton RV Park.
Clean facilities: Campers consistently note well-maintained amenities. "Great for the family! Has 80 ft pull through with full hookup. Five cabins. Two swimming pools and hot tub. River and state park access. Nice store and friendly staff. Bathhouse, dog park, playground," describes Mark C. about the facilities available.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Booking patterns vary by campground, with some requiring advance planning. "Most reviews focus on the entry roads and they are correct the road could use some attention. The entry was very easy and the employee at the entry desk was knowledgeable and very friendly," notes Matthew about North Crest RV Park.
Site conditions: Many campgrounds feature gravel pads that may require leveling. "Gravel Sites are mostly level, but park and gravel are new, so there is some settling expected in near term, so minor leveling may be expected," advises James G. about site preparation.
Pet policies: While most campgrounds are pet-friendly, specific rules may apply. "They have cabins, kids pool, adult only pool, large play ground and a club house. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable of the area. Easy access to the river right in the park. Only negative I have is the dog walking area lacks grass and has stickers," notes Bill B.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Several campgrounds offer dedicated swimming areas for children. "They have separate adult and kids pools + a pretty good playground with great umbrellas for shade at the kids pool, plus a nice little water feature that the kids loved," shares Tiffany H. about Rockin' K RV Park and Horse Motel.
Educational opportunities: Take advantage of nearby educational attractions. "Hico is a perfect place to stop and explore. A TX historical treasure with the Billy the Kid Museum downtown! Heading over to the farm area - my kids got to feed the mini goats and mini donkey- very fun at Tiny Town at GSD Ranch," recommends Kara I.
Weekend activities: Look for planned events at the campgrounds. "Weekend activities like movie night, s'mores, hay rides, and petting zoo," mentions Mark C. about the family-oriented programming available at some facilities.
Tips from RVers
Road conditions: Interior roads at some campgrounds may require careful navigation. "The road in and around campsites is in various states of disrepair. Lots of potholes and pavement breaks make it rough hauling an expensive rig in and out of the park," warns Rachel P. about Whitney Rose RV Park.
Hookup accessibility: RVers note the convenient placement of utilities at many sites. "Water, Sewer, Elec hookups were very convenient and easy. A few OTA channels were very good, no cable. WIFI requires password and was good. ATT signal was good," reports James G.
Shade availability: Tree cover varies significantly between campgrounds and specific sites. "We stayed at north Crest during a summer heat wave. The well kept grounds provided natural shade to keep our camper cool," shares Deanna C., highlighting the importance of shade during Texas summers.
