RV camping near Midland, Texas primarily features full-service parks catering to both overnight travelers and long-term stays. The region sits at approximately 2,700 feet elevation in the oil-rich Permian Basin where temperatures regularly exceed 90°F in summer months with limited natural shade. Cell service throughout the area remains strong with most parks reporting good coverage across major carriers.
What to do
Disc golf access: Lamesa RV Parking Area, located about 45 miles north of Midland, offers free camping adjacent to a disc golf course. "Nice public park with about 9 sites, most have electric and water. Free to stay up to 4 nights! Clean, some traffic but not bad," notes Kim M.
Explore local cuisine: Several parks provide convenient access to regional dining options. Near Midland East RV Park, visitors can easily reach local restaurants. "Easy access from freeway and close to Midland city for restaurants," reports one camper.
Resupply opportunities: The Midland RV Park offers proximity to multiple big-box stores for provisions. "HEB, Walmart, Home Depot, Lowes, lots of resupply options in the area," explains Erin H., who adds that despite construction making navigation challenging, the park provides convenient access to necessities.
What campers like
Free overnight options: Lamesa RV Parking Area stands out as a no-cost alternative. "City park with 8 or so free campsites. Water and 30A service. Makes a great overnight stop. And did I say free?" notes Frank B. Another visitor adds, "We happened upon this nice park on our way to New Mexico. We were very impressed with this small RV park. First off it was free!"
Clean facilities: Mesquite Oasis RV Park provides well-maintained amenities including a swimming pool and laundry facilities. "Does have a pool and laundry area. Roses BBQ within 6 minutes away was good. Site was pull through," reports Nomad Nurse Z.
Staff helpfulness: Several reviewers mention exceptional service at Midessa Oil Patch RV Park. "The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. Maintenance helped my partner with our tail lights and refused pay," writes Shalise J. Another visitor notes, "I showed up to after hours checkin & the fact there was spots on a map marked that was open, was convenient."
What you should know
Site conditions: Most RV parks in Midland feature gravel surfaces with varying degrees of levelness and limited shade. Mesquite Oasis RV Park campers note "No shaded area, a bit pricey for what you get. $50 a night with full hookup."
Noise considerations: Highway proximity affects several campgrounds. At Midessa Oil Patch RV Park, one camper reports: "Located next to I-20 so get used to lots of truck noise all night long." Others mention hearing traffic and trains throughout the night.
Long-term residents: Oil industry workers occupy many sites at most parks. "This is Oil Country! As far as the eye can see... and this is basically a field that they've bulldozed and put in full hook ups and rented out monthly to oil field workers," explains a The Rusty Boot RV Park visitor.
Tips for camping with families
Bathroom availability: Facilities vary widely between parks. Midessa Oil Patch RV Park provides "Clean showers, laundry too," though one camper notes "Campsite is cramped though." Several parks offer no bathroom facilities at all.
Pet policies: Most Midland area parks welcome pets, but restrictions apply. Goldenrod RV Park & Propane gets particular praise for pet-friendliness: "They are family friendly and pet friendly which is a big deal for me. The people in the park are respectful."
Weather preparation: Midland experiences extreme heat in summer months. One visitor warns of the climate at Midessa Oil Patch RV Park: "Very hot in summer and windy in spring. Smells like oilfield."
Tips from RVers
Big rig accessibility: Several parks accommodate larger vehicles, but site dimensions vary. At Midessa Oil Patch RV Park, a reviewer notes: "The lots are small. Had a back-in site. Staff escorted me to the site and helped me back in (which was very nice), however was right by the road."
Internet connectivity: Evaluate Wi-Fi needs before booking. Midland East RV Park receives mixed reviews on this front, with one camper reporting "The Wi-Fi is good" while another states "the WiFi was essentially useless, which would have been nice in this otherwise unremarkable locale."
Hookup verification: Check electrical connections upon arrival. At Lamesa RV Parking Area, one RVer shares: "Site 4 showed on my meter to be good but upon hookup had a faulty circuit so going without the ac this warm late May evening. Site 9&10 seemed ok."
