3 campgrounds with availability this weekend
Several campgrounds around Pilot Point, Texas provide cabin rentals with varying amenities and comfort levels. The Vineyards Campground & Cabins on Grapevine Lake offers climate-controlled cabins with clean facilities and security features. Hidden Cove Park & Marina provides cabins with water views and access to a seasonal restaurant with indoor and outdoor eating areas. According to one visitor, "Cabins are also available, again several with water views." Paradise on Lake Texoma features both tiny cabins and regular-sized cabin rentals, complete with a hammock garden and strong cell service. Most cabins include electricity and air conditioning, though furnishing levels vary significantly between locations.
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available throughout the region, with options for different group sizes. Sanger-Denton North KOA offers cabin camping year-round with amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and picnic tables. Pet policies differ between locations, with some properties like Paradise on Lake Texoma and Lone Oak RV Park welcoming pets, while The Vineyards Campground restricts them. Eisenhower State Park Campground provides cabins with access to hiking trails and lake activities. One reviewer noted that "The deluxe sites look super nice as do the cabins" when describing the Dallas/Arlington KOA Holiday. Reservations are essential during summer months and holiday weekends when lakeside cabins book quickly.
Most cabin rentals provide basic furniture but require visitors to bring their own linens, pillows, and toiletries. Kitchen facilities vary widely, from simple fire rings with cooking grates to cabins with refrigerators and microwaves. Thousand Trails Lake Texoma offers cabin options with access to multiple pools and a small fishing pier. Visitors should check specific cabin amenities before booking as furnishing levels differ significantly between properties. On-site camp stores at locations like The Vineyards Campground provide basic supplies, though most campers bring their own food and cooking equipment. Waterfront Hideaway Ranch in Little Elm offers cabin rentals with electric hookups and trash service, providing another option for those seeking furnished cabins near Pilot Point.
"One of the more expensive Texas state parks. Standard electric at 25/night. Large bathrooms and lots of trash bins. Actual pay phones (who knew those still existed?)"
"Aluminum picnic table. Clean grounds, bathroom, showers. Firewood for sale.
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Available this weekend
from $15 - $60 / night
"Cabins also available, again several with water views. Two designated tent camping areas separate from RVs. Dry storage and dump station on property as well."
"Here’s a pic of my rig in spot 44b at Hidden Cove Park this past Saturday. This is a private run campground for tents and RVs. They also have cabins and a bunkhouse for rent."
"Office staff is EXTREMELY help and Nice cool little campground if not for the burn ban they rent fire pits But dsdd"
"There is lits of space for the pull throughs. Dog park is amazing, host are friendly and kind. They are very welcoming and the store is small, but clean with a little bit of everything for everyone!"
"There are water and electrical hookups in a field that acts as the RV park. It is however across the street from their adorable ranch that has a small zoo, rodeo arena and delicious restaurant."
"We parked the truck sideways in the entrance to our site. It had a picnic table and fire ring. The pad was asphalt and had a drop-off on the door side so we had to prop up the stairs."
"It was absolutely breathtaking to pull into the park and start to see this area unfold around me."
Campground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $15 - $55 / night
"The staff were on top of it as they drove around alerting everyone about the wind approaching. Clean laundry room and restrooms. We didn’t use the store due to corona fears and didn’t need to."
"Well kept, thoughtful hosts, a cute little campstore, an amazing playground for our kids, a beach, golf cart rentals, cabins, and you can easily pull in a giant RV."
from $64 - $99 / night
"These are not drive up campsites and none are on the water. The bathrooms are not super close either. But all campsites are shady and clean. We had a picnic table and fire pit."
"What a beautiful park. Lake front, kayak rentals with a great cove to paddle around in. Walking trails galore. Nice bathrooms, with showers."
"By far the easiest process for booking a site we have ever experienced. The website is well organized and very descriptive when explaining the amenities of each site."
"Electric is located close by sites. Some sites also have sewer. Nice place, I shall return one day."
from $20 - $40 / night
from $65 - $105 / night
"One big issue with this park is the distance to the actual lake itself."
"Full hook ups available. Some have no sewer hook ups. Most are 30 amp, many are 50 amp. Sites range from full sun to full shade. Quite a few annuals."
GuideThe KOA is clean and well maintained. There is lits of space for the pull throughs. Dog park is amazing, host are friendly and kind. They are very welcoming and the store is small, but clean with a little bit of everything for everyone! We will definitely be back!
TravelerDisappointing and unnecessarily confrontational experience.
I booked and paid for a campsite at The Vineyards in my self-contained Sprinter camper van. I checked in without issue and had already spent one night there when the park manager, Lisa, approached me while I was relaxing inside my van to inform me that my vehicle was not welcome.
She stated that the city requires RVs to have hookups and be commercially manufactured. However, the campground’s published policies explicitly allow management to approve converted camper vans (and I am fully self-contained). It also allows for truck campers, which I suppose theoretically could have sewer hookups, but I assure you my custom converted Sprinter is more aesthetic than a truck camper, if that was her concern (no offense to my truck camper friends).
I also could not find the city ordinance she was referring to.
I understand that campgrounds have rules and that management has discretion to enforce them. What I don’t understand is why my reservation was accepted, why I was allowed to stay overnight, or why the situation needed to be handled so confrontationally.
When I offered to leave if they would refund my unused second night, Lisa told me it was too late for a refund and that I might as well stay.
So apparently my van was prohibited until refunding my money became the alternative.
I wasn’t causing a disturbance, requesting special accommodations, or asking to use facilities I hadn’t paid for. I was simply enjoying a campsite I’d reserved and paid for.
The campground itself is lovely, which makes the experience even more disappointing. A straightforward, respectful conversation about their policies would have been entirely reasonable. Instead, I was made to feel unwelcome at a place where I was already a paying guest.
If you’re traveling in a self-contained converted camper van, I’d strongly recommend getting written approval before booking, regardless of whether your reservation is accepted. And given that I am now reading other complaints of the staff being rude, I might avoid this spot altogether.
GuideNot too far from Highway 75 and the Choctaw Resort. Parking for registration is located right next to the office. All the park staff we dealt with were very friendly and helpful. The road from the highway to the park is easy to navigate for any size rig. The same inside the park; it's well-marked and easy to navigate. No road noise- very quiet.
First things first - be prepared for a longer-than-usual registration process. I've never had a registration process require as much information, or take as long as this one did. You will need the driver's license of every person in your party - adults and teenagers. They will scan and retain each of them. You will need to provide actual copies of the insurance policies for both your RV and your tow (or Toad) vehicle, along with the license plate numbers for all vehicles. If you are using a Good Sam's discount, make sure that you have the membership number and expiration date.
Most check-in procedures at parks take a couple of minutes, but not here. Thank goodness we were the only ones checking in, or it would have been a lengthy ordeal. So, be prepared in advance and have all of this with you to speed up the process. At first, I couldn't figure out why they required all of this information, then it dawned on me- this is predominantly a park for full-time residents, and that would be the information they'd require of people living there.
It's off the beaten path, so you're not going to get that many travelers. As we walked through the park, I noticed that close to 100% of the rigs are full-timers. In my experience, most parks that cater to full-timers are kind of sketchy and don't really appeal to travelers - not this one. This is labeled as a resort, and it probably is the nicest RV park that we've ever visited that is predominantly full-timers.
Please don't have any reservations about staying here, as you will feel welcome. We were assigned to pull-through site number 40. All the sites are concrete and appear level. Power, Water, and Sewer were all conveniently located, and the power supply had no issues at all. We use a power management system, and all electrical parameters were spot on during our stay. Water pressure was very good, and the in-ground sewer connection was conveniently located.
Bathrooms, Showers, and Laundry are all located on the back side of the office building and are in great shape with a keyed entry. There is great Wi-Fi in the park with repeaters near all the sites. We had AT&T 5G with 2 bars. Starlink reception was not an issue due to no large trees. Their website lists all of the amenities, and I've included photos of the park. Summary: A great place for an overnight or an extended stay. This park deserves its high rating, and I would not hesitate to recommend it- enjoy!
ScoutRV Camp sites are super nice and well spaced. Really cool fossil sites near the lake shore. Nice huge lake. And really good trails (for North East Texas).
GuideI stayed at Hidden Cove Park for 1 night in February with 2 kids. Overall, this spot is really nice. The campsites are clean, spacious, and close to the lake. You can walk right down and fish from the bank, and the views are calm and peaceful. Although the wind was so strong, we didn’t get much fishing done.
The setup is convenient too. There’s a water spigot at the site, a picnic table, nearby bathrooms that were decently clean, and a trash dumpster close by.
Privacy is the biggest downside. The 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… the same folks fired up an electric saw to cut firewood, which definitely messed up my rest. Not really the park’s fault, but the layout doesn’t provide much separation, so your experience depends a lot on who’s around you.
For those wondering about cost, it’s$25/night, which is a good deal for the amenities. But parking is another$20. I don’t understand that, but OK. With fees, my total came to about$70, plus another$5–6 for firewood.
Since the parking lot is nearby, you’ll see headlights shining through at night when cars pass. Not a dealbreaker, just something to know.
On the flip side, being close to the parking lot is actually good and the 2–3 minute walk made hauling gear easier.
No bugs at all while I was there. It was too windy to fish, but the kids still had a great time. There’s also a basketball court, volleyball area, and a hiking trail.
The restaurant was closed, which wasn’t a big deal, but would’ve been nice. They do sell firewood at the front for a good price.
I also love that it’s only 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, families, or even solo trips when you just need to get away for a bit.
ScoutLots of activities boat/ horseback riding/hiking. We Just stopped on our way from Kansas City to Austin. Very quiet in March. Not sure about the rest of the time.
ScoutLove our stay at Lake Murray. The park was very quiet while we visited. We opted for a back in sit along the lake. The site was plenty big enough for our 27 ft trailer and tow vehicle.
TravelerWas going to reserve. However, they do not allow pets!
GuideThis was the first time our family has camped two consecutive nights. My two boys 4/5 had a blast at the site, walking the trails, and finding spots to throw rocks into the lake. We were surprised at how quiet the campsites were, especially with how many people were staying in the park. P1 was great, right next to parking and the street, which was also the only minor drawback. If staying primitive, P3 is the way to go. We will definitely be back!
Cabins near Pilot Point, Texas offer direct access to Lake Texoma and Ray Roberts Lake State Park, both known for their limestone shorelines and oak-hickory forests. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F between June and September, while winter nights often drop below freezing. Most cabin rental properties remain open year-round, though winter availability may be limited at certain locations.
Fishing at Lake Texoma: Several fishing spots provide access to striped bass, catfish, and crappie. At Paradise on Lake Texoma, visitors can fish from the shoreline. "The RV lots are roomy, and the park is active and neighborly, and the evenings are peaceful & quiet," notes Frank S.
Hiking trails: Ray Roberts Lake State Park offers multiple trail networks through wooded areas. The Johnson Branch unit has "great hiking trails and lake activities," according to Kerry C., who adds, "Overall it has great camp sites with lots of trees. Fall is wonderful at both Johnson ranch and Isle Du Bois."
Swimming beaches: Many cabins provide access to swimming areas. At Twin Coves Park, one camper reports, "Lake front, kayak rentals with a great cove to paddle around in. Walking trails galore. Nice bathrooms, with showers."
Roomy sites with privacy: Campers appreciate sites that offer separation from neighbors. At Johnson Branch Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park, Joyce L. mentions, "The sites are so well manicured and like the other reviews stated, they're cut in a way that gives you privacy. The sites are fairly close together but the grass makes it feel like you have your own little oasis."
Clean facilities: Many visitors highlight bathroom cleanliness as a major plus. Robert H. observed that at Johnson Branch, "Bath and showers are very clean and warm it is cold today 38 Degrees."
Lake views: Cabins with water views rank highly among visitors. At The Vineyards Campground & Cabins, a visitor notes, "Great fishing, kayaking, play ground, and swim area. Very well kept up. The store is well stocked."
Cabin availability varies seasonally: Summer months require advance planning, particularly for waterfront locations. At Eisenhower State Park Campground, one camper notes the park has "good camp sites if you have a tent or a camper. There are several walk-in camp sites and several large sites for campers and RV's. The facilities are clean."
Water hookup distances: Some sites require extra-long hoses. At Paradise on Lake Texoma, Taylor V. warns, "Fair warning, the water hookups are FAR from the site. Do not under estimate how far these things are. With 75ft of hose - we were barely reaching the nozzle."
Winter preparation: Though most cabins remain open year-round, winter campers should prepare for cold nights. Robert H. mentioned camping at Ray Roberts Lake State Park when it was "38 Degrees" and noted the bath facilities remained "very clean and warm" despite the cold.
Playground access: Many cabin areas feature child-friendly facilities. At Hidden Cove Park & Marina, Jenny S. explains, "Their day use area on the lake was quite busy, but the 'beach' gave the kids a great way to cool off and burn off some energy."
Tent pad sizes: For families bringing multiple tents, check pad dimensions beforehand. At Johnson Branch, Chris H. found, "The tent pad was big enough for a 6 man tent and a four man tent, with room to spare, which was nice."
Activities for different ages: Look for cabins with varied recreation options. Chris H. observed at Johnson Branch, "The other nice thing from our site, was that we were about 1/4 mile from a little playground for the kids. The playground wasn't anything grand, but it broke up the days for the kids some, which as all parents know is a gift."
Site selection strategy: At Thousand Trails Lake Texoma, Emerson F. advises, "The first spot I chose had a bad pedestal, so I had to pick up and choose another spot. I would definitely recommend checking the pedestal before unpacking. There were a ton of spots closed off because of the bad pedestals."
Service reliability: Cell service varies between properties. Nathan W. shares that at Thousand Trails Lake Texoma, "Spots are big with lots of trees. One of top TT locations."
Accessibility considerations: Distance to facilities matters for those with mobility needs. Robert M. notes, "One big issue with this park is the distance to the actual lake itself. You will need a cart or be ready for a hike to the beach area as it is quite a ways from the campground."
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