Best Campgrounds near Murphy, TX

Recent Reviews near Murphy, TX

486 Reviews of 151 Murphy Campgrounds

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  cortney S.

  Guide

  Mar. 20, 2026

  Hidden Cove Park & Marina

  Great for first-timers and families

  Buckle up for a long review! 😂 I stayed at Hidden Cove Park in February for 1 night with 2 kids; and I’d give it a solid 4/5. I would go back for sure.

  Overall, this spot is really nice. The campsites are clean, spacious, and you’ve got plenty to choose from. Being close to the lake is a big plus — you can walk right down and fish along the banks, and the view is just calm and peaceful. Although the strong wind prevented any real fishing.

  The setup is convenient too. Water spigot right at the site, table already there, bathrooms close by and decently clean. Trash dumpster is near the bathrooms so you do t have to haul your trash out.

  Now Here’s the reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5…

  Privacy is the biggest downside. Campsites are pretty close together, so you’re definitely gonna see and hear your neighbors. I had some loud neighbors and had to ask them to turn the music down. Then at 12:01 AM… same folks fired up an electric saw to cut firewood which for sure messed up my rest. 🤦🏾‍♂️

  Not really the park’s fault, but the layout doesn’t give you much separation, so your experience kinda depends on who’s around you. Just hope you get quiet neighbors.

  I gotta mention the price for those wondering. It’s $25/night (which is actually good for the amenities you’re getting), but parking is an additional $20. I don’t understand that but OK. With all the fees, my total was $70. Plus $5-6 firewood. Just an FYI.

  Another thing — since the parking lot is close, you’ll see headlights shining through at night when cars pass. Not a dealbreaker, just something to know.

  On the flip side, the closeness to the parking lot is actually clutch. I could literally see my car through the trees, and it was only like a 2–3 minute walk. Made it super easy to haul stuff. I even blew up my air mattresses at the car and just carried them over.

  I also liked the concrete driveway and sidewalks — my daughter was out there skating, which was a cool unexpected bonus.

  No bugs at all while I was there, which was a win. It was too windy to fish, but the kids still had a great time. They’ve got a basketball court, volleyball area, and a hiking trail (didn’t hit it this time).

  The restaurant was closed — not a big deal, but would’ve been nice. They do sell firewood at the front for a good price though, which is convenient.

  And honestly, one of the best parts… it’s only like 15 minutes from home, but it feels like a world away. That alone makes it a great little reset spot.

  This is a GREAT place for first-time campers, and families, or even solo trips if you just want to get away for a bit.

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  John R.

  Legend

  Mar. 20, 2026

  Cedar Hill State Park Campground

  Private sites.

  Stayed in the Lakeside Loop. Very private patio areas. Large park. Pay close attention to site lengths. No margin for error. Swim beach, multiple boat ramps, perch pond and lots of day sites.

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  cortney S.

  Guide

  Mar. 18, 2026

  Isle du Bois Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Great campsite but be prepared for a walk/hike to Wild Plum campsites

  I stayed at Wild Plum campsite #124 at Isle du Bois and honestly… 5/5. I’d definitely go back.

  The overall vibe was solid. The campsite itself was clean, spacious, and felt semi-private. You can see and hear neighbors a bit, but it’s not crowded or on top of each other. Just know it’s not fully secluded. The lake view was really nice, and there are several little fishing spots around the Wild Plum area. Plus, plenty of trails nearby if you want to get out and walk.

  Each site out there has its own little vibe depending on where it sits, but they’re all pretty roomy and well laid out.

  A couple things to be aware of…

  The walk from the parking lot to the campsite is no joke. It’s gravel, rocks, and some incline. If you’re bringing a lot of gear, you’ll definitely want a cart. I didn’t expect that part.

  The toilet situation… yeah, I didn’t use it. It’s a primitive setup with no plumbing, and it was pretty rough. That said, it’s expected for this type of campsite. If you need a better option, you can go up to the pier — those bathrooms have actual plumbing and are way cleaner.

  No showers or water at the site either. There is a water spigot near the pier if you need to refill, and you’ll have to drive your trash up to the dumpsters.

  Weather-wise, it was super windy when I went (early March), and campsites closer to the water definitely catch that wind. Also, not a lot of shade since the trees didn’t have leaves yet, so keep that in mind depending on the time of year.

  On the positive side, I saw a lot of deer in the mornings, which was a really nice touch. No bugs during my stay (I did use a fogger), and the overall environment was peaceful. The park staff was also super duper friendly and helpful, which always makes the experience better.

  Also worth noting — there are stores not too far from the park (like Dollar General), which came in clutch. I actually had to grab some super glue to fix a hole in my air mattress, so it’s good knowing you’re not too far from supplies if something goes wrong.

  I went solo, and it was honestly the perfect little reset—quiet, scenic, and just enough nature without being too rough.

  Good for solo campers, couples, or even families if you’re cool with primitive camping.

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  Mike J.

  Traveler

  Mar. 15, 2026

  Sleep Under The Pecan Trees

  Always amazing

  Best place to go for a clean and quiet place to camp. Beautiful location, sunsets, horses and donkeys makes Sleep Under the Pecan Trees a place we go to camp multiple times a year for three years now.

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  Sydney F.

  Traveler

  Mar. 9, 2026

  Wind Point Park

  Beautiful

  Great environment & friendly staff. My only complaint is rowdy neighbors almost fist fighting drunk a site over. Children were present and foul language was being used and foul music was being played. I am young only 28 and the music was not family friendly. I have no kids but others nearby did. Other than the certain members on that site everything was great.

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  Sarah S.

  Scout

  Feb. 28, 2026

  Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake

  Close to the lake

  Great sites close to the water.

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  Keith T.

  Traveler

  Feb. 20, 2026

  Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake

  Great Customer Service, excellent options

  From calling and asking on good spots with my setup to how clean the bathrooms and showers are (especially for the price), giving this place 5*s!

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  bill C.

  Scout

  Feb. 12, 2026

  Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake

  Hickory Creek Campground

  Beautiful setting along Lake Lewisville. Camped lakeside with a beach.

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  Jim M.

  Guide

  Feb. 4, 2026

  East Fork Park Campground

  East Fork state park

  The Good, level, spacious campsites with an awning over the picnic table. Great lay out for campsites. The Lake Lavon was beautiful. The not so good, the restrooms were old and not well kept up. They were not heated which probably doesn't matter most of the time in Texas but when we were there it was 20 degrees. Secondly there is dog poop everywhere, it seems that every time I stepped off of the pavement I had to clean dog crap out of my shoes.