RV parks around Mexia, Texas typically sit within the Blackland Prairie region, characterized by gently rolling terrain and clay soils that can become muddy after rain. Summer temperatures consistently reach above 95°F between June and September, making shade trees and electrical hookups particularly valuable assets. Cell phone coverage remains strong in most locations due to the relatively flat topography and proximity to major highways.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Flat Creek RV Resort in Waco, guests can fish in both the creek and stocked pond. "Bring your fishing pole-both a creek and lake for guests to catch and release," notes Denise P., adding that the resort is "not fancy, just well done" with Good Sam discounts available.
Walking trails: Blue Sky I-35 RV Park offers walking paths around an open field, particularly convenient for pet owners. "The attendant put us in spot 59 across the street from the dog park. But more importantly a big open field with a walking path around it. Made our fur babies happy," writes Andrew.
Visit Magnolia Market: Several RV parks provide convenient access to Waco's popular attractions. "Quick drive over to see the silos downtown (around 10 minutes I think) and get a croissant at Magnolia Bakery," reports Molly S. about staying at Flat Creek RV Resort.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: North Crest RV Park in Waco offers spacious sites with good separation. "We loved the trees and nice wide slips. Nice not to be within 5 feet from your neighbor," writes Doug M. Another camper, Josh C., notes the "HUGE pull through spaces with picnic tables" that make the park stand out.
Clean facilities: Many parks maintain exceptionally clean facilities. Karan W. mentions that at North Crest RV Park, "The bathhouse is exceptionally clean. The camper pads are level." Similarly, at Magnolia RV Resort, Bobbie S. notes it's a "Well kept RV Park" that offers covered sites, bath houses, and weekend waffle breakfasts.
Complimentary breakfast: Blue Sky I-35 RV Park stands out by offering made-to-order breakfasts included with stays. "They also offered a free made to order breakfast which was great!!" reports Crystal L. Another camper, Dennis B., agrees: "the breakfast is awesome (please do not forget to tip the cook) and free."
What you should know
Highway noise levels: Several RV parks in the area sit close to major highways, creating ambient noise. At Blue Sky I-35 RV Park, Fernando G. advises, "If you want less road noise try parking in the back away from the highway." Similarly, Bobbie S. reported they "probably would not stay here again due the very loud traffic noises" at Magnolia RV Resort.
Reservation requirements: Most parks require advance booking. Crystal C. recommends for Flat Creek RV Resort: "To stay at this park make sure you make reservations ahead of time. While there is plenty of space, they do fill up and reservations will ensure your stay especially during the more populated seasons."
Site access considerations: Some parks have tight spaces between sites. At Magnolia RV Resort, one camper noted, "It took 20 minutes to get into our spot due to many trees and other campers/vehicles." In contrast, at North Crest RV Park, Tom H. found "sites are level, wide, and even shaded. We arrived around 9pm and departed 10 hours later - so level we didn't even have to unhook."
Tips for camping with families
Shade importance: During hot Texas summers, tree cover makes a significant difference. Deanna C. shares about North Crest RV Park: "We stayed at North Crest during a summer heat wave. The well kept grounds provided natural shade to keep our camper cool." John C. adds, "The park is filled with tall shade trees, nice to have in the summer heat."
Bathroom accessibility: Consider the distance to facilities when traveling with children. At Flat Creek RV Resort, George L. points out: "Bathhouse is clean and pretty new but there is one each Mens and women's bathroom and shower for a long thin park. From our site to the bathhouse was 3 tenths of a mile."
Pet-friendly areas: For families traveling with pets, dedicated exercise areas matter. Blue Sky I-35 RV Park offers "two dog parks, lots of open land to go roam," according to Damon R., making it suitable for families with four-legged members.
Tips from RVers
Overnight convenience: American RV Park in Corsicana offers convenient pull-through sites for those passing through. Lawrence P. notes, "Great pull thru site. Plenty of room to leave hooked up..." Russ G. adds, "Staff were pleasant, check in was fast and easy. Hook-ups are in good condition. Site is concrete."
Long-term options: Several parks accommodate extended stays. Hope R. shares about Flat Creek RV Resort: "We stayed here long term for work, in our camper trailer. This is a great place, for long or short stays. All sorts of rigs, maybe not quite the place for tents. The owner is very kind."
Site leveling needs: Brazos Trail RV Park in Riesel has undergone renovations, with Mike H. noting: "Job well done on recent renovations! Nice to have this place cleaned up." The park accommodates up to 100 RVs, making it one of the larger options in the area.
