Best Cabin Camping near Neches, TX

Cabin options near Neches, Texas range from rustic to modern accommodations with varying amenities. Tyler State Park Campground offers limited-use cabins with air conditioning, mini-refrigerators, and microwave ovens. Each cabin includes a queen-sized bed, wood table with four chairs, and outdoor fire pit with water access. Rusk KOA provides cabin rentals with full amenities alongside teepee accommodations for a unique overnight experience. Salmon Lake Park & Resort features cabin rentals housed in historic western-themed buildings throughout the property. "It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside. The frig was super cold, and the AC worked well," noted one visitor to Tyler State Park.

Most cabins require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and linens. At Tyler State Park, the limited-use cabins have queen beds but campers must supply their own pillows and bed linens. Pets are prohibited at the cabin sites in Tyler State Park, though other locations like Jellystone Park Tyler and Shiloh on the Lake allow pets with certain restrictions. Reservations are essential, particularly during summer months when cabins book quickly. One camper mentioned, "We have camped at Salmon Lake many times. Some of the buildings are cabin rentals. We have never rented a cabin, only done RV camping, but the cabins look so neat!"

Cooking facilities vary significantly between cabin locations. Tyler State Park cabins include microwaves but no full kitchens, making meal planning important. Fire pits are common at most cabin sites, allowing for outdoor cooking. The Fabulous Bok Vegas Texas offers cabin rentals with access to their interactive petting zoo, providing unique family entertainment options. Texan RV Park & Campus includes cabin rentals alongside their RV technical training school. Basic supplies can be purchased at camp stores like the one at Tyler State Park, though selection is limited. Many cabin guests bring coolers with pre-prepared meals or plan to visit nearby restaurants in Palestine or Tyler for dining options.

Best Cabin Sites Near Neches, Texas (17)

    1. The Ranch at Walton Springs

    1 Review
    Palestine, TX
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 394-4987

    "The park is located 6 miles outside and south of Palestine. It’s almost halfway on Co Rd 156 between FM 2419 and US 287."

    2. Tyler State Park Campground

    59 Reviews
    Lindale, TX
    44 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 597-5338

    $18 - $60 / night

    "It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside."

    "This is kind of a homey/tourist sort of campground and park. There's kayak rentals available as well as boats. Campsites are available as well as small cabins."

    3. Rusk KOA

    4 Reviews
    Rusk, TX
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 683-6641

    "Pool, jump pad, playground, trike rentals, Rock/gem mining slough, movies/events, etc."

    "This campground really has no outside noise from anywhere. It is wonderfully quiet. The office and other working staff are very friendly and informative about things to do in the area."

    5. Salmon Lake Park & Resort

    3 Reviews
    Grapeland, TX
    26 miles
    Website

    $22 - $200 / night

    "We have camped at Salmon Lake many times. It is a favorite of the kiddos."

    "We LOVED our stay at Salmon Lake! We have been here a few times."

    6. Texan RV Park & Campus

    7 Reviews
    Eustace, TX
    37 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 677-3326

    $47 - $67 / night

    "We have really enjoyed our time here at Texan RV Park while attending the RV Fundamentals Course at the NRVTA. The manager, Betty made herself available to assist with any problem 24/7."

    "AC 2. Absorption friges 3. Water heater/furnaces 4. Slides and levelers 5. Solar systems install 6. Generator maintenance. And the next 2 weeks I'm taking the inspector course. Awesome school"

    7. Birches Creek Village

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    Jacksonville, TX
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 284-8200

    $45 / night

    8. Shiloh on the Lake

    7 Reviews
    Eustace, TX
    39 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 489-0639

    $50 - $93 / night

    "Has a concrete RV pad that you can park your camper on or park beside it and use the very long pad as your patio, which is what we did."

    "This is a great, non-- parking lot style campground. Every site is covered with trees, and though they are a bit close together you feel connected with nature."

    9. Jellystone Park™ Tyler

    9 Reviews
    Hawkins, TX
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 858-2405

    "It was great to take advantage of the water amenities available! My kids loved the splash pad/water slides (I did too!)."

    "We just completed our first visit to this park! Our daughter has a December birthday, and she decided to not have a party, but to go camping instead! We stayed busy the entire stay!"

    10. The Trails at Lavender Road

    4 Reviews
    Lindale, TX
    42 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 258-5529

    $40 - $95 / night

    "Nice little park. Good for overnight. Friendly staff. Did laundry and it had clean machines. Peaceful surroundings. You can hear the traffic noise. Tmobile had good service."

    "We at The Trails strive to be more than just a place to park your RV for the night. We are a community full of many great people who enjoy nature and appreciate the simple things in life."

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Cabin Reviews near Neches, TX

101 Reviews of 17 Neches Campgrounds


  • K
    Aug. 30, 2017

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Lots to do!

    It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside. It has a queen size bed for which campers need to bring their own pillows and bed linens. The frig was super cold, and the AC worked well. There was a wood table with four chairs. The table was really sticky, so I recommend bringing something you can use as a table cloth. There are only six of these cabins, and they have a four bathroom building at the end of the cul de sac. No tents or pets are allowed at the cabin sites. Each has fire pit and water outside cabin

    The park has a very small lake with canoe, kayak, paddle board, row boat, and paddle boat rentals. Life vests are provided with rental. It was fun! There is a good sized swimming area too. There are a number of trails of varying difficulty, some for hiking only, some for home and bike. Ranger programs offered.

  • L
    Sep. 25, 2022

    Salmon Lake Park & Resort

    Underrated & unique family fun!

    We have camped at Salmon Lake many times. It is a favorite of the kiddos. The original owner was a house mover, so there are all kinds of old "western town" type setups..old jail, old barber shop, tons of old cars etc. It is fun just to walk around and look at them all. On some visits there is a train ride that runs, but not always. Some of the buildings are cabin rentals. We have never rented a cabin, only done RV camping, but the cabins look so neat!!

    There is a playground by the lake and The lake is gorgeous and the kids like to swim in it. It has a giant slide for them and a swimming dock in the middle. It is like a step back in time to the simpler days, very no frills camping. We have brought dirt bikes and small atv before. Owners are ok if you bring them, just be respectful and don't tear anything up. The owners are great hosts and super nice.

    All the spots are different (there are 100s of spots...they don't reserve spots. you just get there and then go pick one.)  There is a wooded section of sites behind the lake, but have never camped in that area. We usually pick a spot in the field near the big fire pit or tree. Most sites do not have fire pits or tables, but we usually find one near a fire pit or table with no problems. Be sure to check the sites before you unhook...some have full hookups, some have sketchy looking electric, but we just check everything before unhooking and use a surge protector.  We always look for full hookup sites and have never had a problem finding one way away from other campers. 10/10 one of our favorite campsites and a seriously underrated spot. We always say it feels like going back to a summer camp in the 70s-80s (in the best kind of way!!)

  • Carrie J.
    Aug. 29, 2016

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Nice place to get outdoors for a few days

    This is kind of a homey/tourist sort of campground and park. There's kayak rentals available as well as boats. Campsites are available as well as small cabins. You can also rent bikes and other things. If you're looking for a "resort" style camping experience this may be for you.

  • James_TrueZoneCoaching
    Sep. 19, 2021

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Great camping 2 hours from Dallas

    I visited the Shortleaf camping area in the Tyler State Park for the weekend to participate in a 50k trail race. Each campsite in this area has a sheltered cabin, picnic table, fire pit and 2 parking spots. Tent camping is also permitted on the site but I used my iKamper Roof Top Tent as my primary place to sleep. The sheltered cabin has screens on the windows to keep the bugs out and electricity. I used this area primarily for storage of the food & gear that I used during the weekend. My campsite was located at the bottom of a hill and had a path to the restrooms and showers. These facilities were very clean and had 2 shower stalls and 3 toilet stalls along with 2 sinks. This location had access to the lake via a short hike. This type of camp site is the best of both worlds, you can camp via tent/car and still have a cabin like experience via the sheltered cabin. 

    In September it is still pretty warm in Tyler, humidity was 100% when I visited without rain. I'll visit again in October when the cooler temps arrive and undoubtable have an even better experience.

  • Napunani
    Jun. 27, 2022

    Tyler State Park Campground

    One of our Texas Favs

    PROS 

    Texas State Park Pass discount saving $49 

    Reserved 151 days prior to arriving 

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

    Big Pine site #308 very shady site 

    Extra wide asphalt parking pad 

    Concrete slab that locked down the wooden picnic table 

    Metal fire pit with cooking grate which was cleared of ash upon our arrival 

    2 hook lantern pole 

    Dark sky friendly 

    Trash dumpsters near the toilet/shower building 

    Tyler Rose Garden features over 30,000 bushes and is open free to the public from sunrise to sunset…very beautiful and serene 

    CONS 

    Had to sweep for nearly an hour to clean debris from site 

    No entrance gate locked overnight 

    Never saw any rangers patrolling campground during our entire stay 

    Dogs on leashes not enforced 

    Unable to move picnic table 

    Big Pine site #308 way out of being level but manageable 

    Big Pine site #308 close to campground road 

    Big Pine site #308 tight fit for 28 ft 

    Only pine firewood for sale in Park 

    No WiFi 

    1 bar Verizon 5G

  • Rachel J.
    Nov. 3, 2020

    Fishermans Point Marina and Resort

    Limited tent sites

    We went to check this place out to reserve for a family camp trip. The grounds are clean and spacious. They have wonderful cabins and RV sites. The only have 5 tent sites. There are no tent pads and the sites are on a small hill. The picnic tables are limited and not every tent site has one. There are no fire rings so it’s a little unnerving building a fire on the grass. The lake and marina is wonderful and clean. They have all sorts of thing to do there. Kayak rentals, fishing charters, a cute little cafe. This is a place I would come to rent a cabin but not to tent camp!

  • Napunani
    Nov. 18, 2021

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Great Lakeside Campsite

    Reserved on-line 153 days prior to arrival. 

    Pros 

    Area 2 campground night sky friendly with good dark sky viewing

    Site 211 has fantastic views of the lake

    Mid afternoon Sunday check in at entrance station very busy but processed quickly Utility hookups in good condition 

    Sites with grass neatly maintained 

    Campground mostly quiet except for Interstate 20 traffic noise 

    Showers were individual entry on opposite side of the building from the toilets 

    Campsite and entrance fee discount with Texas State Park Pass 

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

    EXXON station directly outside of State Park sold oak firewood 25 pieces for $20 

    Cons 

    Raccoons very aggressive and tried to take food that we were eating from our hands!!! Area 2 Lakeview sites require leveling side-to-side 

    Area 2 campsite parking pads are narrow with trees and large boulders close to parking pad. 

    ery narrow roadway in Area 2 with limited space to maneuver into backin sites. 

    One pull-thru site was so tight to the roadway, their trailer was partially on the road! Area 2 campground sites have no privacy from any other camp sites 

    Site 211 table, fire pit with cooking grate and lantern pole are located opposite side of the trailer door 

    Area 2 restroom/shower building serves 58 campsites and it shows it! Restroom facility badly needing some TLC, cleaning and maintenance Women’s restroom had 3 toilets and 2 sinks; men’s had 2 toilets and 1 urinal 

    Firewood for sale in Area 2 was only pine wood

  • Mikaela H.
    Apr. 28, 2019

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Options Galore!

    This is my favorite state park in Texas! Lots of options for all kinds of campers. For camping, lots of different sites available for RVs/Campers, Tents, etc. some along the lake, some in the woods, and also cabins and shelters available! Hiking options vary from a nature stroll, to some more serious up-downs through the hills on the outskirts of the campground. Bring your friends, family, and pets, there is truly something for everyone here, even kayak and canoe rentals at the lake!

  • Jenny S.
    Jul. 30, 2018

    Tyler State Park Campground

    One of our favorite parks

    I should mention that my husband is from Canada. He was very unenthusiastic about camping in Texas. Well Tyler State Park made him change his mind! He LOVED the large trees, said it was the closest he'd felt to home in quite some time. We love the variety of types of sites they offer. Lake front, group, hike in, cabin, they have something for everyone! Only downfall is they book so quickly.


Guide to Neches

Camping cabins near Neches, Texas provide access to the piney woods region of East Texas, characterized by sandy soils, pine forests, and multiple lakes and waterways. Located approximately 110 miles southeast of Dallas, the area maintains a humid subtropical climate with hot summers regularly exceeding 95°F and mild winters. The region's soil composition helps campsites drain quickly after rainfall, preventing prolonged muddy conditions at many locations.

What to do

Swimming in natural lakes: Tyler State Park Campground offers a lake with dedicated swimming areas and clear access points. "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," shares one visitor to Tyler State Park Campground.

Interactive animal experiences: The Fabulous Bok Vegas Texas provides unique opportunities to engage with farm animals while staying in cabin accommodations. The property combines camping with an interactive petting zoo, making it suitable for families seeking educational experiences alongside overnight stays at their cabin and RV park.

Water recreation: Shiloh on the Lake provides dedicated swimming areas with hard sand bottoms and well-marked boundaries. "The swimming area is well marked and nice hard sand bottom. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here," notes a camper at Shiloh on the Lake. The property also offers fishing piers and kayak availability.

What campers like

Historic western-themed surroundings: Salmon Lake Park provides a unique camping environment with historic buildings and vintage structures. "The original owner was a house mover, so there are all kinds of old 'western town' type setups..old jail, old barber shop, tons of old cars etc. It is fun just to walk around and look at them all," explains a visitor at Salmon Lake Park & Resort.

Quiet, wooded settings: Many cabins sit under dense tree cover, providing natural shade during hot summer months. "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!" mentions a camper about Tyler State Park Campground.

Kid-friendly activities: Rusk KOA offers numerous structured activities for children. "Super nice staff and full saturday breakfast (eggs/bacon/pancakes/coffee etc--extra fee, but very reasonable!) Pool, jump pad, playground, trike rentals, Rock/gem mining slough, movies/events, etc," reports a visitor to Rusk KOA. Themed weekends occur throughout the year with special events.

What you should know

Reservation requirements: Cabin availability varies significantly by season, with highest demand during summer months and holiday weekends. "Hard to get reservations because it is so popular! If you get reservations it's kinda like winning the lottery," notes one camper about Tyler State Park.

Site variations: Cabin sites differ substantially in layout, amenities, and privacy. "All the spots are different (there are 100s of spots...they don't reserve spots. you just get there and then go pick one.) There is a wooded section of sites behind the lake, but have never camped in that area," explains a visitor at Salmon Lake Park.

Water quality considerations: Some locations have mineral-rich water that may affect taste or use. "The water is also heavily sulphuric which isn't a bad thing, it was just a shock," mentioned one camper at Jellystone Park Tyler.

Noise levels: Campgrounds vary significantly in terms of noise levels and site spacing. "This campground really has no outside noise from anywhere. It is wonderfully quiet," notes a camper at Rusk KOA.

Tips for camping with families

Seasonal activity planning: Summer visits should focus on water activities while spring and fall offer more comfortable hiking conditions. "We have only ever camped in RV here, but the cabins look so neat! There is a playground by the lake and The lake is gorgeous and the kids like to swim in it. It has a giant slide for them and a swimming dock in the middle," notes a visitor at Salmon Lake Park.

Kid-friendly amenities: Some parks offer dedicated children's activities and facilities. "The playground is one of the best I've seen at the state parks we've been to! We love our SP so close to home!" shares a camper about Tyler State Park.

Special event weekends: Several campgrounds host themed weekends with additional activities. "Have been camping here in the summers and both Easter & Halloween weekends and they do easter egg/candy hunts and have other events for the kids/kids at heart," mentions a visitor at Rusk KOA.

Tips from RVers

Technical support access: The Texan RV Park & Campus offers a unique environment with access to RV technical expertise. "This place is an excellent place to stay while learning how to be an RV technician or inspector because the park is filled with students, teachers, and TA's who are all willing to share their experience and wisdom," explains a guest at Texan RV Park & Campus.

Site selection considerations: When booking cabins or RV sites, check pad composition and levelness. "The sites are packed sand. We constantly fought with tracking sand in. When it rained it was a nightmare," warns a visitor at Shiloh on the Lake.

Power protection: Some campgrounds have inconsistent electrical service. "Be sure to check the sites before you unhook...some have full hookups, some have sketchy looking electric, but we just check everything before unhooking and use a surge protector," advises a camper at Salmon Lake Park.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular cabin campground near Neches, TX is The Ranch at Walton Springs with a 4-star rating from 1 review.

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