Montgomery's upland pine forests and lake system create ideal conditions for outdoor recreation throughout much of the year. Local campgrounds cluster around Lake Conroe, a 21,000-acre reservoir with 157 miles of shoreline, and Lake Livingston, the largest lake entirely in Texas at 83,000 acres. Summer temperatures typically reach 90-95°F while winters remain mild, allowing year-round camping across most properties.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Livingston State Park provides excellent fishing conditions where campers regularly catch multiple species. "Love staying at Livingston. It is close enough to Houston that we can have a quick get away, but still be away from things that you can enjoy. The park is very well maintained, and the trails are good. A lot of people fish the lake, but I haven't had a lot of luck," notes one visitor to Lake Livingston State Park Campground.
Boating access: Wolf Creek Park offers direct lake access with fuel available for purchase. "Wolf Creek Park is well maintained with many nice shady campsites. Sites have water and electricity and some have sewer hookups. There's a central dump station available as well. There's a nice swimming area, playground and boat ramp with fuel for purchase," reports one visitor to Wolf Creek Park.
Water activities: Many glamping sites in Montgomery offer equipment rentals for water activities. "The campground is huge, and you cannot reserve a specific site. You drive around and pick a site, then call and let them know which one you're in. The campground has a lot of amenities such as swimming pool, lake, playgrounds, etc... that would be fantastic for a family," shares one visitor about Lake Conroe.
What campers like
Lakefront accommodation: Bethy Creek Resort features premium glamping options with decks overlooking Lake Livingston. "Almost all spots have a great view of the lake. Ours had a deck right over the water. The fishing was decent too," reports one visitor to Bethy Creek Resort.
Full hookup amenities: Many Montgomery area glamping sites provide complete utility connections at reasonable rates. "Definitely one of the more premium experiences we have had as TT members. Concrete pads, full hookups, well-maintained grounds. Would recommend," notes a visitor about Lake Conroe.
Convenient location: The Montgomery area's proximity to Houston makes it accessible for weekend trips. "It's a very fun park for the whole family. My boys and nephews enjoyed the water slides. They have activities for all the family. I believe they have movie night every Saturday night," shares one visitor about Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort Waller.
What you should know
Site selection process: At Lake Conroe, campers select sites upon arrival rather than pre-booking specific locations. "The campground is huge, and you cannot reserve a specific site. You drive around and pick a site, then call and let them know which one you're in. This is fine, but we were looking for a quiet, private site and there are very few of those."
Seasonal crowds: Wolf Creek Park remains quieter during weekdays and non-holiday periods. "This park is closed to the general public on weekends, so even if it is filled with campers, things are usually pretty calm and quiet."
Additional fees: Some amenities at Montgomery glamping sites require extra payment. "I booked this site because it shows wifi as an amenity. However, the wifi is a pay-by-the-day only offer," reports one visitor to Lake Conroe RV & Camping Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Look for dedicated children's activities: Several glamping sites near Montgomery offer scheduled programming specifically for children. "The kids absolutely loved the water zone and lazy river—we literally couldn't get them to leave. The staff was super friendly, and everything felt clean and well-maintained. The themed activities and crafts were a huge hit."
Consider site layout: For families with young children, site proximity to facilities matters. "I took a trip here with my husband, our son (3yo), my sister-in-law, her husband, their daughter(1yo), and a total of 4 dogs! We had an absolute blast! We chose site 72 and it worked really well. Just be aware if you're going with a group, the big sites do not have much shade," advises a camper at Stephen F. Austin State Park Campground.
Plan for bathroom access: Bathroom and shower facilities can have limited capacity during busy periods. "Very few bathrooms and showers, so if you are going during peak season be aware you could be waiting in line (especially the girls restroom/showers). During our stay there were many Boy Scout groups camping and many others, but thankfully I am an early riser, and got to the showers by 6 AM with no wait!"
Tips from RVers
Road access challenges: Construction projects may affect routes to glamping sites. "Due to Interstate 10 construction, the eastbound exit for San Felipe is closed so the navigation system took us further East and then backtracked on some horrible condition rural roads. Recommend going to Brookshire and using FM 359 and then FM 1458 to reach Park Road unless you want to really beat up your rig."
Site dimensions: Some premium sites accommodate larger vehicles better than others. "Full hookups with 30 amps. Semi circle drive thru that fit my 44 ft motorhome and towed Jeep. Deer all over and saw a 6 point buck. Very dark with no lighting. We arrived around midnight and was a little difficult finding our spot."
Pad conditions: Weather can affect site conditions at some locations. "The dirt area around the picnic table, fire pit and lantern pole was a huge MUD hole! What a mess due to daily rains. No concrete pad under the picnic table, so your feet were in the MUD hole!"
