Best Equestrian Camping near Mexia, TX
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Best Equestrian Sites Near Mexia, TX (13)
1. Liberty Hill Park Campground
Bardwell, Texas14 Reviews•20 Photos•19 SavesOverview
Liberty Hill Park is located on the southern shore of Navarro Mills Lake in central Texas. Visitors can enjoy a view of the lake from the facility and participate in popular outdoor actives like camping, boating, fishing and picnicking. The lake area provides the perfect setting to get away from it all, especially for city-dwellers from the nearby Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.
Recreation
Birdwatching is a favorite year-round pastime for lake guests. Many species of songbirds, hawks, great blue herons, ducks, geese, other shorebirds and even an occasional bald eagle visit the area. Fishing is also popular at Navarro Mills, and the lake holds the current state record for white crappie. Fishermen come from near and far to sample some of the best crappie fishing anywhere. 2 multi-lane boat ramps, a fishing pier, and marina are available within Liberty Hill Park. There are also healthy populations of channel and yellow catfish, and hefty hybrid stripers are often caught below the dam when water is being released. Swimming is available at the designated swim beach from April 1- September 30 for day users and year round for registered campers. No lifeguard on duty and swimming is at your own risk. Life Jackets are available to borrow from the gatehouse.
Natural Features
Liberty Hill is also a favorite viewing area for wildflowers. The brilliant array of native flowers draws visitors from all over to the lake area during the spring. Bluebonnets, paintbrushes and a myriad of other native plants transform the often-bleak winter landscape into an incredible palette of colors. A wide variety of habitat provides a home and abundant food supply to diverse wildlife. Visitors might stumble across squirrels, rabbits, coyotes, foxes, bobcats, white-tailed deer, raccoon or armadillo.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$95 / night
2. Wolf Creek - Navarro Mills Reservoir
Navarro Mills Lake, Texas5 Reviews•17 Photos•12 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
3. American RV Park
Navarro Mills Lake, Texas5 Reviews•3 Photos•4 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
$45 - $250 / night
4. Oak Cove Marina
Fairfield, Texas4 Reviews•1 Photo•40 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
5. COE Bardwell Lake Mott Park
Bardwell, Texas5 Reviews•21 Photos•11 SavesOverview
Mott Park is located on the western shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas. The lake has favorable fish and wildlife habitats, providing plenty of opportunities for fishing and hunting, and great locations for camping, boating and hiking. Deer, armadillo, rabbit, squirrel and a variety of bird species inhabit the area.
Recreation
Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent. The lake has a marina with fishing piers, two of which are enclosed (a small fee is charged for the use of these facilities), and there are several designated hunting areas around the lake, including those for duck hunting.
Natural Features
The park is grassy and partially forested with plenty of open space where children can play. The lake's blue water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat, while bright bluebonnets and other wildflowers surround the lakeshore each spring.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous amenities, as well as cultural and historical attractions, lie in the nearby cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$5 - $80 / night
6. High View
Bardwell, Texas5 Reviews•6 Photos•40 SavesOverview
High View Park is on a long peninsula on the western shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas.
Recreation
Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent.
Natural Features
The park is grassy and partially forested with a mix of shade and sun. The lake's cool, blue water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat, while bluebonnets and other wildflowers surround the lakeshore each spring.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous amenities, as well as cultural and historical attractions, lie in the nearby cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$50 / night
7. Speegleville Park
Waco, Texas6 Reviews•30 Photos•61 SavesOverview
Speegleville Park is perched on the south end of a scenic cove of Waco Lake. The park provides outdoor recreation options like boating, jet skiing, fishing, swimming and bird watching.
Recreation
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. At least 51 species of fish inhabit the lake's waters, and a record flathead catfish weighed in at a whopping 59.5 pounds. A four-lane boat ramp helps visitors enjoy the lake.
Natural Features
Waco Lake, located in central Texas within Waco city limits, boasts 79,000 acre-feet of water, providing irrigation and drinking water to residents of the Waco area. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.
Contact Info
For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.
Nearby Attractions
Horseback riding, hiking and biking can be done on the 20-mile Lacy Point Hiking and Biking Trail. The trail is accessible from the Lacy Point boat ramp, which is a short drive around the cove.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- RVs
$32 / night
8. Highview Park
Bardwell, Texas5 Reviews•23 Saves- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
9. Waxahachie Creek Park
Bardwell, Texas3 Reviews•20 Photos•9 SavesOverview
Waxahachie Creek Park is on the western shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas. City-dwellers frequent the park's campground and day-use area to enjoy outdoor activities without going far from home. The lake has favorable fish and wildlife habitats, providing plenty of opportunities for fishing and hunting, and great locations for camping, boating and hiking. Deer, armadillo, rabbit, squirrel and a variety of bird species inhabit the area.
Recreation
Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent. The lake has a marina with fishing piers, two of which are enclosed (a small fee is charged for the use of these facilities), and there are several designated hunting areas around the lake, including those for duck hunting. The Bardwell Lake equestrian and multi-use trail begins at this facility. It provides over 13 miles of trails for horseback riding, biking or hiking. Visitors should be advised that the trail is located within a designated hunting area from September through March.
Natural Features
The park is located on the upper reaches of the lake, near the mouth of a main tributary, Waxahachie Creek. The word "Waxahachie" is believed to be the Tonkawa Native American word for "Buffalo Creek." The lake's waters provide a refreshing break from the Texas heat and enormous blooms of bluebonnets and other wildflowers surround the lakeshore each spring.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous amenities, as well as cultural and historical attractions, lie in the nearby cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
- Pets
- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Reservable
- RVs
- Tents
$16 / night
10. Love
Bardwell, Texas1 Review•2 Photos•7 SavesOverview
Love Park is on the southeastern shore of Bardwell Lake, less than an hour south of the Dallas-Fort Worth area in north-central Texas. The lake has favorable fish and wildlife habitats, providing plenty of opportunities for fishing and hunting, and great locations for camping, boating and hiking. Deer, armadillo, rabbit, squirrel and a variety of bird species inhabit the area.
Recreation
Many local fishermen consider Bardwell Lake one of the best kept secrets in the state. Bass fishermen seldom leave empty-handed. Crappie fishing is moderate, and catfish are usually excellent. The lake has a marina with fishing piers, two of which are enclosed (a small fee is charged for the use of these facilities), and there are several designated hunting areas around the lake, including those for duck hunting.
Facilities
Love Park offers one reservable group picnic pavilion that can accommodate up to 200 people. The facility also provides vault toilets and a four-lane boat ramp.
Natural Features
The park is grassy and partially forested. The lake's blue water provides a refreshing break from the Texas heat, while bright bluebonnets and other wildflowers surround the lakeshore each spring.
Nearby Attractions
Numerous amenities, as well as cultural and historical attractions, lie in the nearby cities of Dallas and Fort Worth.
- Pets
- Electric Hookups
- RVs
- Tents
- Group
- Equestrian
$100 / night
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Recent Equestrian Reviews in Mexia
80 Reviews of 13 Mexia Campgrounds
HoliMarie C.
Scout
Love
Love it
Meditatation is easy here. our peace here nice and quiet. Find ye for real. Love this camp site.
DrewScoutHighview Park
Great site
Great views, clean sites, however there's very limited shade.
Jeanette W.
Guide
Waxahachie Creek Park
Close to Nature
I wish I could rate this campground higher because it was so peaceful with quite a bit of bushy vegetation to provide a small measure of privacy between sites. This is as close to nature as one can get in a campground! There was poison ivy on the trees next to us and in the mowed ground around the campsite. There were so many butterflies, flies, and other flying insects on the sunny side of our RV that it made entering and exiting through the sliding door very difficult. And, the ANTS! After one night in our site, the ants had formed an active trail to the top of our RV. Consequently, we had ants inside the RV!
The roads inside the campground need to be repaved.
The camp host and the park ranger were both very friendly and informative.
- RRuss G.Scout
American RV Park
Nice pull through sites
Only stayed one night. Staff were pleasant, check in was fast and easy. Hook-ups are in good condition. Site is concrete.
Perla P.Guide
Fairfield Lake State Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Beautiful park, sad to see it go.
Can over for a day use before the park closes permanently. Such a beautiful park , sad I didn’t get a chance to camp. Let’s start the review.
The trails were nicely labeled the kids and I enjoyed hiking and stoping take in the beautiful park before it gets transform into a million dollar community. Restroom was nice and clean. Visit towards the end of February Ann’s it was such a great weather.
- WWahine K.
Traveler
COE Bardwell Lake Mott Park
I appreciate this location.
Made my reservation on line just a few spots were available. Spot 04 with a water view space is slanted. They had the parking pass ready to pick up so it was not necessary to speak with anyone. The view, electricity, water, and showers was very nice at such an affordable price. Take your cleaning supplies into the bathroom as a precaution, I did not see trash can in the bathrooms. Leave No Trace is not really practiced by other campers so feel free to pick up after someone else this space is beautiful and deserves respect. I enjoyed the rain and the view it was very relaxing and I appreciated a shower as well as powering all my extras before heading on the road to Minnesota. $14 for the space very appreciate.
Kimberly M.Guide
Liberty Hill Park Campground
Nice stopover
The park was really nice. The sites were spaced apart well but not very level. Our site backed up to the lake. We only stayed overnight while traveling. The price was great with a NP Access pass. Had water and 30amp electric. Park had an RV dump. Quiet and very family friendly.
Michael C.
LegendLiberty Hill Park Campground
Beautiful location
The park sites are beautiful. The lake is beautiful. The signage and routing are substandard. Very confusing and the turns are extremely tight. I do not recommend people with motorhome over 40 feet come here. That’s why I give this 4 out of 5 stars
Never Sitting S.
Ranger
COE Lake Waco Speegleville Park
Nice large lots
Overall another great COE as far as big open level spots. Most spots have covered picnic tables. Fire rings, and grills at each spot also. Lots of critters..especially armadillos! Bathrooms are less then to be desired, very few showers work, and those that do were a bit in a need to be repaired. Overall nice quiet area, nice clean dump station (one of the best we have seen). Would stay here again.
- MMark S.Traveler
Highview Park
Great place with maxing views
Plenty of room to stretch out. Lots of room to walk the dog. Great atmosphere
Hazel J.Scout
Wolf Creek - Navarro Mills Reservoir
They weren’t open
We stopped by here and unfortunately they were not open. It looks like a beautiful place and there sign says open April-September.
Khale G.ScoutFairfield Lake State Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Beautiful campground
Nice spots. You better have a reservation if you’re coming on the weekend . Burn ban wasn’t fun in February but the lake is pretty and park is clean.
- RReneTraveler
Liberty Hill Park Campground
Lovely setting, clean
There are ample spots, very spread out—although there is not any kind of screening between sights. Covered picnic tables and fire rings, big boat launch and lovely views of the lake.
Riggin A.GuideFairfield Lake State Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Beautiful Park
Every camp site was clean and well kept. Had a beautiful swimming area that we will be going back to try out as we were there in the Fall.
- DDavidTraveler
Fairfield Lake State Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Nice place to get away
I camped in the Springfield loop. Fairly new picnic table, decent site for a hammock. I hiked and ran on the Dockery Trail, which has a nice mix of parks and pines. I also visited the swimming area which was a 4 mile drive, though I didn't swim.
- WWilliam N.Traveler
American RV Park
Convenient Location for Corsecana, TX
Great staff to welcome you to the park. They are very helpful and friendly.
Our site was level and had some shade. Spacing between sites was fine. Not to close together.
The park is located just off a busy state highway so you do hear traffic, although this didn't bother us too much.
Lots of restaurant locations to choose from within a short drive from the park.
- Sheila C.Guide
Liberty Hill Park Campground
Great water front sites
Another great COE park with beautiful waterfront sites with large covered picnic tables. We were only here one night so we didn’t explore the park very much. But the sunsets were amazing.
Lawrence P.LegendAmerican RV Park
Nice well kept place.
Very clean and great place to stay. Only stayed 1 nite but if back in area, would stay longer. Staff was very friendly and courteous! Great pull thru site. Plenty of room to leave hooked up...
ShaneBGuideHighview Park
Locked up!
This may be a great campsite but for us it was terrible. When we arrived at 11pm the gates were locked with no one in site. Was supposed to be a one night stopover with a morning swim. Ended up at the rest stop instead. Not a single word about late arrivals at the gate or on recreation.gov.
Matt N.TravelerWolf Creek - Navarro Mills Reservoir
Our families favorite lake
Love it all around, it's beautiful, great fishing, camping, nice people, all around a great place. Liberty Hill is the only park we will go to.
- Vanessa M.Legend
Liberty Hill Park Campground
Summer spot
Lots of clean campsites with improved fire rings and concrete tables. There are full RV hookups and covered awnings at sites. There are plenty of showers, both pit and modern toilets, shared bathrooms, and private bathrooms. There are everal Beach areas with sand and awnings, covered playgrounds, and boat ramps. This is a pretty popular campground, so if you're looking for isolated this is probably not your spot. Bring bug spray, buy your firewood in Corsicana or Waco as there isn't any wood in Dawson. You can collect deadfall to burn.
- DDerrick A.Scout
High View
Peace and quiet
Friendly staff at check-in. We stayed in campsite 29 which is kind of elevated a bit and we had a great view of the lake. Even tho it rained quite a bit we still enjoyed ourselves. Local sheriff’s dept and park ranger made several trips through the park which made it feel secure. Bathroom facilities were clean. We would definitely stay here again.
- Lauren Z.Guide
Speegleville Park
Quiet Lake Park
We stayed on a spot right by the lake. The water was beautiful and it was very quiet. We loved everything about this spot. I would highly recommend this park. We came to Waco go to to see the Silos. It is about 25 minutes away.
drew S.ScoutLiberty Hill Park Campground
Quiet
Stayed here last weekend, the 2 primitive spots are completely separated and private from the rest. Already reserved the same spot for a few weeks from now
- Sara F.Scout
Fairfield Lake State Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Pretty park, crowded sites
This park is beautiful with lots of areas to explore. The camp sites are all in one location and are very close to one another. Some sites are awesome while others are kind of awful, unfortunately. We were in site 004 and it wasn't great. There wasn't a good spot for a tent or a hammock. However, site 005 was much better. The sites that are listed as next to the bathrooms are RIGHT next to the bathrooms.
- Becca H.Guide
Fairfield Lake State Park - PERMANENTLY CLOSED
Lots of space!
We loved kayaking this lake! Camped at RV and shelter site, both were great!
- Dani K.Guide
High View
Grassy, open, kinda noisy
Very pretty lake views and tons of grass. My dog loved going for runs through the grass (while on her leash).
They had some showers and toilets working again when I went. Hot water was very nice! Not the cleanest bathrooms but not the worst either.
Sites had electricity, water, and covered picnic tables. Trash cans were readily available.
Gate keeper was SUPER friendly and let me know what to do if I needed assistance.
Would recommend
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