Cabin camping near Mineola, Texas offers diverse accommodation options amid the East Texas piney woods region. Located in Wood County where average summer temperatures reach the low 90s, these cabin sites provide cooling shade from tall pine trees. Area campgrounds range from state parks with basic amenities to private resorts with extensive recreational facilities, catering to different preferences for rustic and comfort-oriented stays.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Hawkins County RV Park provides access to clear lake waters. "Nice spaced out sites, plenty of room to enjoy the stay. Limited number of full hook ups but they have a honey wagon. Will definitely come back to this park," notes a visitor at Lake Hawkins County RV Park.
Hiking trails: Tyler State Park Campground offers hiking paths through pine forests. "Sites are good but trails for biking and hiking are great!!" mentions a camper at Tyler State Park Campground. Another visitor adds, "Pine forest and beautiful lake for swimming, paddel boarding (SUP), or fishing. Lots of hiking/mountain bike trails."
Water activities: Swimming and boating options exist at multiple locations. "The lake was perfect and had a nice beach. We were able to rent kayaks and paddle boats. The hiking is not the greatest but it was easy enough for my toddler," comments a family who visited Tyler State Park Campground.
What campers like
Privacy between sites: Lake Bob Sandlin State Park offers secluded camping spots. "It is very thickly wooded which makes even the smallest sites private. We stayed on site 08 which on the map looks like it's on the water but the brush is dense so there is no water view. Sites 10-13 are nice waterfront sites," explains a visitor at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground.
Clean facilities: Mill Creek Ranch Resort maintains well-kept grounds and amenities. "We stayed one night in our RV in this spacious RV resort. My kids had fun fishing and playing on the playground and LOVED that we could rent a golf cart. The pad for the RV was level, with a nice amount of space between sites," reports a family at Mill Creek Ranch RV & Cottage Resort.
Wildlife viewing: Deer and other animals can be spotted at various parks. "One morning, as I was sitting drinking my coffee, four deer walked right through our site!! We had a regular nighttime visit from some bold raccoons, so definitely put your goodies and trash away," advises a camper from Lake Bob Sandlin State Park.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Summer heat affects camping comfort. "Great spot found a week out from trip. Just wanted to spend a night there to check it all out. Great trails and swimming area. The shop was closed while I was there and the boat rentals as well. Be careful for raccoons saw a lot of them while here!" warns a visitor to Tyler State Park.
Reservation difficulty: Popular parks fill quickly. "Sites are semi level, full hookup, some shade! Great little lake to fish, kayak, swim and hike! Hard to get reservations because it is so popular! If you get reservations it's kinda like winning the lottery," mentions a camper at Tyler State Park.
Access conditions: Some campgrounds have challenging entry roads. "The road in isn't bad but it's pretty dippy in some spots so if you have a large vehicle take it slow. The directions take you to the Beach. Do not make the left turn. Camp spots are forward and to the right upon entry," advises a visitor to Lake Holbrook Park - South.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Jellystone Park Tyler offers numerous recreation options for children. "We stayed busy the entire stay! So much fun and lots to do with hay rides, gem stone mining, laser tag, outdoor movies, crafts, mini golf, basketball, volleyball, a kangaroo jump bounce pillow (their favorite thing), a playground and lots of activities within a brief drive!" shares a family at Jellystone Park™ Tyler.
Beach access: Sandy swimming areas provide safe water recreation. "We visited here for a weekend get away with friends and their families. We all have young kids and had a blast, playing at the sandy beach on the lake and just enjoying some play time around the campsites," reports a visitor to Lake Hawkins County RV Park.
Playground facilities: Some parks have well-designed play areas. "My family and I enjoy the trails and lake at this park. The playground is one of the best Ive seen at the state parks we've been to! We love our SP so close to home!" notes a Tyler State Park camper.
Tips from RVers
Site specifications: North Shore Landing provides level sites with good hookups. "This is a very nice, easy access CG with level pull through and back-in gravel sites in a beautiful area. There are a number of activities available: boating, fishing, birding (saw my first scissor-tailed flycatcher), hunting, biking, hiking/walking," explains an RV camper at North Shore Landing.
WiFi and connectivity: Internet access varies by location. "The WiFi was great as was cell phone reception. The owners, Nathan and Debbie, are terrific," adds another North Shore Landing visitor.
Site spacing: RV parks offer varying levels of privacy. "Roads make it easy to get around and get into your site. Most pads are concrete, very clean well kept campground. View of lake is wonderful, peaceful and huge spaces. Lots of places for kids to play or ride bikes," notes a Lake Hawkins County RV Park visitor.
