Best Campgrounds near Moody, TX

Central Texas camping options surround Moody, with lakeside sites dominating the landscape. Mother Neff State Park Campground offers year-round camping with modern facilities built in 2015 alongside historic CCC structures. Several Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds dot the shores of Belton Lake, including White Flint Park and Iron Bridge Park, providing both developed and primitive camping options. The region features a mix of state park, COE, and private RV resort accommodations within a 30-mile radius, with most sites offering water and electric hookups for RVs while maintaining tent camping areas.

Reservations are essential for most established campgrounds, particularly during spring and fall when temperatures moderate. As one camper noted, "The campsite itself was wonderful with plenty of spacing between neighboring sites, freshly raked gravel, and a picnic table, fire pit, and pole with hooks for hanging gear." County-wide burn bans occasionally restrict campfires, especially during summer and drought conditions. Many campgrounds implement gate closures between 10pm-6am for security. Cell service varies significantly, with stronger coverage near Interstate 35 corridors and limited reception in more remote lakeside locations. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100°F, making shade a premium amenity at most sites.

Lakefront camping receives consistently high ratings from visitors, with several noting excellent fishing opportunities and water access. Wildlife sightings are common, with deer, raccoons, and various waterbirds frequently spotted. Campers report varying levels of site privacy, with one reviewer noting "spacious space between each site but no privacy due to lack of vegetation." Noise considerations vary by location—campgrounds near Waco may experience aircraft noise from the regional airport, while those closer to I-35 report highway sounds. Facilities maintenance can be inconsistent, with some visitors praising "clean bathrooms" while others note maintenance issues. Dark sky viewing is possible at more remote locations, with several campgrounds described as "night sky friendly" with minimal artificial lighting.

Best Camping Sites Near Moody, Texas (130)

    1. Mother Neff State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Moody, TX
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 853-9044

    $12 - $160 / night

    "Texas Parks & Wildlife (TPW) goes BIG with this sweet little park! In 2015, a new Visitors Center and 20-site campground were built among the remnants of the old CCC structures."

    "The other reviews sum up the area around the cg, so I thought I'd share an opinion of the cg itself."

    2. Cedar Ridge (TX)

    11 Reviews
    Temple, TX
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 986-1404

    $20 - $200 / night

    "Has 30 & 50 amp hookups with water does not have sewer hookups at sites but does have dump station close by."

    "Campers next to us cleaned fish the evening we arrived and the next morning. We had awesome phone and wi fi coverage with T-mobile. We were in spot 62 and it was mostly level."

    3. Midway

    15 Reviews
    Woodway, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 756-5359

    $20 - $52 / night

    "This campground is right on the shores of Lake Waco and we had a site with a view of the water.  Lot's of space between sites and covered picnic area.  "

    "Nice campground with beautiful view of the lake. Quiet neighbors. The only thing is that it’s close to a major road so there is a lot of traffic noise."

    4. Live Oak Ridge

    10 Reviews
    Belton, TX
    15 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 780-1738

    $24 - $30 / night

    "It is located on Belton Lake. It is a gated entrance and the gates locked at 11:00pm. Our site was situated at the end of the loop and it was very spacious. It had water/electric with a dump station."

    "Large sites with ample vehicle parking that offer substantial distance from the neighboring sites give room to bring multiple vehicles or a boat along with the RV. "

    5. Iron Bridge Park at Belton Lake

    3 Reviews
    Moody, TX
    7 miles

    "This place is kind of out of the way, around 20/30 mins of driving off of the nearest highway/interstate."

    6. Military Park Fort Hood Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area

    10 Reviews
    Belton Lake, TX
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (819) 460-5507

    $6 - $18 / night

    "We ended up near the entrance with full hookups for our Trailer. The spot are decent didn’t mind the area we were at. My only thing is the area could be better maintained."

    "The lake was nice to canoe on and had a beautiful view of the sunset. The bathrooms were to far to walk so we had to drive to them ever time and there were no showers so this was a negative."

    7. Iron Bridge

    5 Reviews
    Moody, TX
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 939-2461

    8. Flat Creek RV Resort

    8 Reviews
    Woodway, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 662-9858

    "This can be a bit difficult for a tent camper however, so again I was able to find an ideal location for my RVing friends at this site."

    "Big rig friendly, made the reservation online, it's not free but needed some electricity to survive thr texas heat. There's a creek closed by and fishing available for guests."

    9. Airport Park - Waco Lake

    18 Reviews
    Waco, TX
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 756-5359

    $20 - $200 / night

    "Pros  Not charged a fee to make my own on-line reservation 

    Friendly gate attendant 

    Level asphalt site surrounded by crushed granite 

    Grass neatly mowed throughout campground 

    Large"

    "Airport Park on Lake Waco, in Waco, TX. We really like this park. We were in site 27, which our camp side is shady during the afternoon and evening."

    10. Winkler Park Campground

    1 Review
    Moody, TX
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 986-1579

    $20 / night

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Recent Reviews near Moody, TX

434 Reviews of 130 Moody Campgrounds


  • P
    Oct. 20, 2025

    North Crest RV Park

    Spacious lots; quiet; fabulous hosts!

    This is a five star stop for sure!  It is right off of I-35, so there is highway traffic noise but it is forgivable.  The hosts were so friendly, and Ranger the RV resort boss poodle was awesome!  My Australian Shepherd loved him.  By-pass the massive nearby RV park in favor of this gem if you want to have an RV camping experience that we all signed up for when we purchased our rigs!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 20, 2025

    Waco Creekside Resort

    Relaxing Stay

    We had a wonderful stay at Waco Creekside Resort! Our pull-through site was spacious, level, and easy to access—perfect for our setup. The grounds are beautifully maintained with plenty of room to relax. The amenities were top-notch, and the staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was just right. We’ll definitely be back!

  • First Name L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 19, 2025

    Soldier’s Bluff

    Nice free camping near the lake

    Just on the back of the spillway to the dam. To get your vehicle in you must arrive before 10:00 p.m. otherwise, you just park on the outside and walk your stuff in, then wait till the morning. Nice cliffs, nice bathrooms, some highway noise.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    North Crest RV Park

    Emily's Shady Grove

    It's a great place to stop and spend the night or spend the day !! This family owned place is covered with trees and is very shady! Emily (Owner) goes over and above to meet your needs during your stay!!!! We stayed two separate nights because we enjoyed it here !!!

  • P
    Aug. 22, 2025

    Shady River RV Resort

    Excellent Location

    We stayed here for 1 weekend in early August. Great location. Very peaceful.

  • Keri S.
    Aug. 21, 2025

    Midway

    Showers & fishing

    They are a little bit strict here but there are friendly and the showers are always clean and fishing is good.

  • Eddie H.
    Aug. 18, 2025

    Winkler Park Campground

    Catfish

    This is a great tent camping spot has water no electric they do have showers and a restroom there is 11 camps spots camp host is very helpful and respectful. Good place for catfishing bring your kayak

  • J
    Aug. 18, 2025

    North Crest RV Park

    Great place

    We stayed there for 3 nights. The park is run by Emily and her father. Emily is friendly and there to make sure you have a nice stay. The park is filled with tall shade trees, nice to have in the summer heat. Located just off I-35 about 6 miles north of Baylor University.

  • Zoey T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 12, 2025

    Cedar Creek Park Campground

    Great space - hard to find

    We love this spot. Definitely ignore google to get here though… just follow the road to the end (no turning off) there are campsites to your right and left once you reach the water. At least 27 of them. Quiet. Spaced out. Most had grill and water access and the lake is a super clean rock bottom one. Super peaceful.


Guide to Moody

Camping near Moody, Texas centers around Belton Lake, a 12,300-acre reservoir created in 1954 by damming the Leon River. The lake features limestone shores with rocky outcroppings and cedar trees that provide habitat for white-tailed deer frequently seen at campgrounds. Summer humidity ranges from 60-90%, creating hot, muggy camping conditions from June through September with occasional evening thunderstorms.

What to do

Fishing opportunities: Mother Neff State Park Campground offers fishing along the Leon River when water levels permit. One visitor mentioned that "the Leon river runs through this park, although we are currently in a drought so it is as dry as a bone. The Tonkawa tribe lived along the river in the 1800's and many artifacts have been found."

Wildlife viewing: Iron Bridge Park provides opportunities to observe native wildlife in a rustic setting. A camper noted, "This place is kind of out of the way, around 20/30 mins of driving off of the nearest highway/interstate. The area consists of a medium sized gravel parking lot and grassy areas with covered cement picnic tables as well as a boat ramp at the end."

Night sky observation: Camping locations away from Interstate 35 offer darker skies for stargazing. At Cedar Ridge, one camper described their experience: "Sunsets on Lake Waco are mesmerizing. The deer wander right out to the road at dusk... This park is very very quiet and peaceful! Watched hawks and lions catch fish."

Historical exploration: The region contains significant historical sites like Native American settlements. A visitor to Mother Neff State Park described, "You can also see the wash pond and parts of the original park in the 1930's. There are lots of trees which make for some great trails and lots of shade. Plus the facilities are brand new and so nice."

What campers like

Abundant wildlife: Live Oak Ridge provides regular animal sightings around campsites. A reviewer mentioned, "We saw lots of deer and birds. We will definitely return!" The campground's location makes wildlife encounters common during morning and evening hours.

Lakefront camping: Numerous campers appreciate the water access at lakefront sites. One camper at Live Oak Ridge explained their experience: "Live Oak Ridge COE Campground is excellently maintain and is a very low-key, restful place to land. Large sites with ample vehicle parking that offer substantial distance from the neighboring sites give room to bring multiple vehicles or a boat along with the RV."

Well-maintained facilities: Campers consistently mention the condition of newer campground facilities. A visitor at Cedar Ridge noted, "The campsites are located on small loops which limits the traffic past the individual camp sites. Many people, but spread out so didn't feel crowed."

Spacious camping areas: Sites at many campgrounds provide ample space between neighbors. One camper at Mother Neff State Park described, "The campsites are spacious, clean and very well maintained. Full hook-ups and very level. Clean bathrooms and facilities."

What you should know

Gate closure hours: Most Corps of Engineers parks implement strict entrance policies. At Airport Park, "Gates close at 10pm and you can not get back in until 6am. No idea why that's a thing but that's the rule."

Bathroom maintenance inconsistency: Facility conditions vary significantly between campgrounds and seasons. A camper at Airport Park reported, "The back section of bathrooms was awful- first has a door missing, one had the shower knob missing, another very dirty and mildewy. Gave my husband and daughter sneezing fits."

Noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience noise from nearby infrastructure. An Airport Park visitor detailed: "Waco airport aircraft departing/arriving as early as 6am and as late as 11pm. One night we counted aircraft performing touch and go maneuvers 42 times. Approach was directly over our campsite."

Seasonal water levels: Lake and river access can change dramatically with weather patterns. A camper at Iron Bridge Park explained: "The Leon river runs right through iron bridge camping out the rough way not for any candy whinny asses no water or elec nothing but laterns living the old school way if u can't handle bugs or critters I suggest this camp isn't for u."

Tips for camping with families

Playground access: Not all campgrounds have dedicated play areas. At Airport Park, a visitor observed: "No playground, basketball or tennis or volleyball courts. No lake swimming area."

Swimming options: Belton Lake offers swimming opportunities but designated areas are limited. One camper at Belton Lake Military Park explained: "The lake beach area wasn't open for swimming due to a Lifeguard shortage. Overall though we had a great time for our first outing in our trailer though. The area is quiet."

Wildlife encounters: Family-friendly wildlife viewing opportunities exist throughout the region. A camper at Cedar Ridge shared: "This is just flat out a beautiful, no frills park. It is water and electric only. There are some primitive sites but there are not full hookups. The sites along the water give amazing sunset and sunrise views. Our site was right on the water allowing us to fish from our spot."

Bug protection: Several campgrounds report significant insect activity during warmer months. One camper advised: "The only thing I don't like about this place is the chiggers and other bugs. Bring your lavender oil to keep those chiggers off."

Tips from RVers

Site leveling requirements: Many campsites require leveling equipment. At Airport Park, a camper reported: "Sites look level but we needed to reposition a couple times to get everything thing level and maximize the view."

Sewer connection placement: Hookup locations vary between campgrounds and sites. One Airport Park camper advised: "Sewer connection at rear of parking pad. Bring the looooong stinky slinky!"

Campsite selection strategy: When booking, consider shade availability during summer months. An experienced camper at Cedar Ridge suggested: "We were in site 27, which our camp side is shady during the afternoon and evening. Each site has a fire ring, bbq grill, & lantern post. The RV parking pad is asphalt and long. Big Rigs would have no problems here."

Cell service considerations: Signal strength varies significantly between carriers and locations. A visitor noted: "I had good enough service with AT&T to work with my phone's hotspot, but Verizon was pretty poor and even streaming videos was choppy, though you can call and text as usual."

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Moody, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, Moody, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 130 campgrounds and RV parks near Moody, TX and 3 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Moody, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Moody, TX is Mother Neff State Park Campground with a 4.6-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Moody, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near Moody, TX.

What parks are near Moody, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Moody, TX that allow camping, notably Belton Lake and Waco Lake.