Best Equestrian Camping near Pilot Point, TX

Recent Equestrian Reviews in Pilot Point

109 Reviews of 17 Pilot Point Campgrounds

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  Shawn

  Guide

  

  Oct. 23, 2024

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Right on the lake

  Beautiful Lake, lucky to have a site right on the beach. Huge facility.

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  Melanie and Doug G.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 6, 2024

  East Fork Park Campground

  Functional with good views

  Pros: Great views of the water and wildflowers in the meadows. Reasonable price. Everything works and the shaded picnic tables are a plus. 5G plus signal on ATT for anything you might need online. Downsides: It looks like there could be a lot of water pooled on and behind our site with a heavy rain. The pad has definitely broken up over time and isn't level. The fire pit is also sitting at an angle. We noticed two groups of campers with 4-6 extra cars having gatherings last night, so that might have been distracting if we were right next to them.

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  Jake C.

  Legend

  

  Mar. 1, 2024

  Lazy Days

  New to the Dyrt!

  Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!

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  Eli D.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 4, 2023

  Elephant Rock Campground — Lake Murray State Park

  Great for families

  Beautiful park with lots of trees, nice place to swim, walking trails, and a playground for the littles.

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  Jordan H.

  Scout

  

  Jul. 28, 2023

  Elephant Rock Campground — Lake Murray State Park

  Beautiful

  We stayed in elephant rock 2 site 44, we had a great view of the lake, however we didn’t realize we would need 50 feet of hose just to hook up to the water, and there were glass bottles all in the swim area. Still had a great weekend and will stay here again!

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  Ransom J.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 4, 2023

  East Fork Park Campground

  Ok park for a night

  Very hot and not heavily wooded or shaded. Sites are basic but fine. Bathrooms were nice and clean. Area is pretty snd some sites have view of the lake.

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  Ray & Terri F.

  Legend

  

  Mar. 26, 2023

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  This is a fairly big camping area, lots of campsites near the lake

  The campground is nice and well maintained and sites are well spaced with lots of grass, trees and/or open areas. The park staff were very friendly and helpful. This was our second stay in site 78, this time for 4 days in late March. There is no WiFi, cable or sewer hookup at the camp sites and the dump station can get a little busy around checkout time and is a goodly distance from the CG if you plan to use a portable waste cart. Restrooms and showers were clean and the shower was nice and hot. There is a nice paved 2.25 mile trail through the CG and the surrounding area.

  AT&T coverage was not as good as the last time we stayed here a couple of yeas ago, with generally 1 Bar of 5G service and speeds up to 1 MB/s. We had an unobstructed view of the sky and so we were able to receive all 3 SW Dish satellites and good Starlink coverage with speeds between 2.5 and 4 MB/s. We didn’t try to load any OTA channels. 

  You do have pay a daily$7/person entrance fee or purchase a Texas State Parks Pass for$70 if you don’t already have one, which did add considerably to the cost of our stay.

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  Chris P.

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 27, 2022

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Nice Escape

  Flat site right on the lake. Short though so shorter rigs. Great VZ 5G speed for streaming. 2nd time here will return.

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  Veronica S.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 17, 2022

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Serene camping near diverse outdoorsy activities

  Took my dog here for a long weekend excursion. I try not to go for lake based campsites because I don't fish, and I don't have a boat. I was pleasantly surprised at the breadth and quality of the activities in the park. The MTB and hiking trails are first rate, there's a paved walking path around the whole park, and there's a strong geocaching community based near there.

  The walk from the parking lot to the campsite was not too long, but long enough to make the site feel more secluded. While I was there, I saw lots of deer - with some of them even wandering into my campsite.

  I will say, that due to the size of the lake, the winds whipping off of it can be quite intense. Bring a windbreaker if you're going to hike there.

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  Mesha P.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 8, 2022

  Tadra Point Trailhead & Campground

  Nice campground with bathrooms and non potable water

  Well maintained. There is no drinking water here so you will need to bring some in.

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  Suzann E.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 1, 2022

  East Fork Park Campground

  Great campground

  Great campground, electric and water. Only issue is the grass is always one high so bring a weed whip. We have family in the area, so we visit regularly and every time we stay here the grass is ridiculous otherwise I would give a 5 star!

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  Roy O.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 5, 2022

  Dove Hill RV Park

  Only as a last resort

  First, the good. The free wifi is pretty strong and the TV reception was excellent. Communication with the owners through email was promptly answered. We stayed a month and the electricity was decently priced. For the month in the Texas heat, our bill was about$75. It is a new park so all the utilities were functioning as they should. 

  The bad. To get there, you travel a rough dirt road that has had some oil put on it near the few houses that are there but that stops about halfway to the site. Otherwise, it is a dusty, rough road. It appeared that the campground doesn't have any sites that approach level. It is covered solidly with rocks, not gravel and some were quite large. A few of the campers had to have their back wheels off the ground in order to get level! The are no restrooms, showers, picnic tables or any other amenities, not even an office. The monthly is $550 for a"deluxe" site plus 3.5% processing fee when you pay with a credit card. The"deluxe" sites are the pull throughs and those that back up to the"pond", accessed by climbing up a steep incline. The pond appears to just be a stock tank. I've never stayed at a campground with sites as bad as this one and of course, I won't be back.

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  Christina H.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 1, 2022

  East Fork Park Campground

  Great Lake Campground!

  The only reason I’m giving this campground 4 stars is because: the grass was tall at the campsite, could have been maintained better, RV pads are asphalt and not very level, only one bathroom has showers. Overall, we had a lovely Memorial Day weekend at this campground. It’s close to town just in case you need to make a quick trip for something. This lake is great for boating. There was a nice swim area and overall the campground was clean and quiet. There weren’t a whole lot of trees and none over the RV pads, so keep that in mind as far as the sun beating down on the camper. I’d still recommend this campground to a friend.

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  Norm B.

  Scout

  

  May. 15, 2022

  Elephant Rock Campground — Lake Murray State Park

  Lake Murray Elephant Rock

  Great campground for RVers. Full hook ups but along the shoreline just electric and water

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  Christopher L.

  Traveler

  

  May. 5, 2022

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Beautiful Lake, great camp spots

  I stayed at the Wild Plum (primitive) camping area with my son in early spring. The trail path to the campsites is further than indicated or implied on the website, which isn't a problem if you're packed light, but if you're car camping with heavy equipment you will be surprised how far it is. I was packed somewhat medium in gear and it was quite a trek to carry all of it with a young child who is basically worthless at lifting things.

  If you're picking a site in this camp area, #117 is right off the trail and nearest to the community restrooms. I did not stay at this spot but did not that it has a great natural spot for a hammock. Sites 119-122 (maybe 123) are right on the lake so you can see ducks and do some bank fishing without needing to go anywhere.

  Wildlife were very quiet and the stars were bright on a clear night. Sites are far enough away that you have to shout at your neighbors, so feel free to stretch out and be yourself without worrying about being too noisy (within reason). There's also a great little park near the boat ramp area. You can swim there, use pavilions for a large group, or fish out on a pier.

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  LaRee S.

  Ranger

  

  May. 3, 2022

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Easy peasy

  We camp in the Wild Plum (walk-in) area a lot when we don't want to travel far from home or want to test new gear. Campsites are roomy and level with convenient water access. Sunset is gorgeous from site 126. Feels very secluded in site 130-131, but those sites can be closed during rainy season due to flooding. Lots of hammocking trees. Plenty of wildlife to keep you company (hang your food bags on the hooks). 

  Lots of easy hiking and very kid-friendly.

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  Natalie S.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 16, 2022

  COE Lavon Lake Lavonia

  Relaxing holiday weekend

  Doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles but does have sewer, lake views, wide open spaces, and clean! Great food places nearby. Only drawbacks are I level sites and front gates don’t open til 10am every morning so can’t get back in if you go get breakfast.

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  Joyce L.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 11, 2022

  Johnson Branch — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Idyllic and reminds me of summer camp

  Stayed here for only a night, but it was so idyllic—definitely wish I could’ve stayed longer!

  The site I stayed at wasn’t on the edge by the lake, but I was okay with that. I still had a great view of the water and sunset; I wasn’t wanting to swim or fish so I was happy where I was!

  Lots of families and groups coming to camp here, but everyone seemed to have a shared respect for each other. I felt like I was at summer camp again.

  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.

  Overall, it was well-organized, easy to contact the office, and a great experience.

  Note: Most campsites have a lengthy walk-in distance so be prepared! Bring a cart; it’ll speed things up massively. And definitely bring a canopy or tarp; there isn’t much cover here. But at night, the temperature was quite comfortable, albeit windy.

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  Bryan A.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 9, 2022

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Quick Trip

  Beautiful park with views to the lake. Very clean showers, nice trails…very family friendly. Enjoyed our quick overnight.

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  Frank

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 13, 2022

  Johnson Branch — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  First Time To The Park

  Had a great time here. Found our site and got setup quickly. All gravel pad and site. Aluminum picnic table.

  Clean grounds, bathroom, showers. Firewood for sale.

  ATT Service Spotty

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  Amy L.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 7, 2022

  Johnson Branch — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Beautiful and Clean

  We had the best time here. The camp was clean and well Kept. Beautiful views and easy check in process. I would highly recommend. It can be a bit of a trek carrying all your gear to your site but that’s the only downfall I think.

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  Steve S.

  Guide

  

  Jan. 21, 2022

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Great venue for first camping trip in four decades

  68 year-old solo camper getting ready to travel around the country, car/tent camping primarily. Haven't really camped since 1973, so I drove out to Lake Ray Roberts for a one-night trial for some new gear and knock off the rust. 

  This was a terrific choice – Hawthorn Area #9, wooded area, 4th on the path from the Hawthorn parking lot to the other nine campsites on this loop (150 steps from campsite to car and restrooms, a little over 100 yards). As most (maybe all) of the campsites here, this was walk-in to the campsite from a common parking lot.

  I walked around the rest of this loop and the adjoining one (16-40). Each campsite had a tent pad, picnic table, fire pit and lantern post. Mine was one of the more private in that I couldn't see another picnic table. However, with the trees and in some places tall grass, I would rate most of the sites as private. 

  The next morning there were about half-dozen deer roaming around the area between my camp and the parking lot. There was only one other car in the parking lot overnight and they camped in one of the other areas. One of the lots (I think it was #13) actually had lake front. Others had views of the water. 

  Depending on exact location you could see the dam and except for a few hours of the deepest night you could faintly hear the drone of road noise. But the near-full moon lit the area so well I walked to my car about 4:30 in the morning without a light and could see very well – it was really nice and bright. 

  The Isle du Bois unit is at the far southeast corner of the lake, near the eastern end of the dam. The Hawthorn area is one of the first sites from the entrance, maybe a 5-minute drive.

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  Gary W.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 17, 2021

  East Fork Park Campground

  THIS IS A GOOD PLACE TO CAMP!

  OK. I’ve gonna say it. I ALMOST didn’t stay here because of the reviews although it’s convenient and there aren’t many other places to stay…. I’ve been full-timing for 2 years. I think I do a decent job of giving a place a decent review(good or bad). THIS PLACE IS A GOOD PLACE TO CAMP! Sure, the roads have some potholes… but I would rate the entire Dallas metroplex as WORSE. There is absolutely NO REASON not to camp here. The folks at the front gate were helpful. I avoided any rough spots in the road and arrived at a LONG and roomie site with a beautiful view of the lake. Although my rig is completely self contained, I checked out the water flushing toilets and they were spotless. I was so happy with this campground, I booked another night. There was some water around the water connection, but I stepped around it. The water worked perfectly. The Electrical hookups were properly wired. I backed in and used my extension power cord because the box was located midway from the rear. Since the space was so long… I could have pulled up a bit. I enjoyed my camping experience here. Any size rig will have plenty of room. It was quiet, had lots of space to walk the dog, the sites are spread out, the lake is RIGHT THERE, and all I can say, I’m glad that I made the decision to‘check it out’…

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  Melanie G.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 19, 2021

  Johnson Branch — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Great camping only 45 away from home

  We camped here with some friends and had a nice experience overall. We didn't realize the spot didn't have much shade, but will be better prepared for that next time. The site was clean, waterfront and separated from the next site by brush and tall grass which was well kept. Water onsite btw our camp spots was convenient, but the walk from the site to our car and bathroom was a long one, so happy we brought our wagon to transport our items back and forth. Onsite beach area on nice and fishing hole for this kids was nice. Regardless, we will be back.

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  N I.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 1, 2021

  COE Lake Texoma Platter Flats

  Trail Ride Anyone

  Amazing and Great for trail riding 

  Sites: 26 family with electric and water 

            35 equestrian with hookups 

              3 equestrian tent sites no hook ups 

              1 day use shelter with electric 

  Reservations only: 877-444-6777 or recreation.gov 

  No camp host Flush and pit toilets, showers, drinking water, trash, picnic table, dump station, boat ramp, dock 

  Great for horseback riding, fishing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and boating. Beautiful rolling hills with mature trees. Great shade especially in the equestrian area. Well maintained. Wonderful lake views with amazing sunsets. 

  LNT 

  BTYFI 

  Travel safe.

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  Sandra M.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 20, 2021

  Isle du Bois — Ray Roberts Lake State Park

  Beautiful, clean & manicured sites

  We had site 68 with view of the lake. There was a short trail to the water. We could have paddleboarded had we brought the air pump. No ants, no spiders, no mosquitoes. A few bees. Loved it! Very peaceful.

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  Jess W.

  Guide

  

  Oct. 8, 2021

  COE Lavon Lake Lavonia

  Beautiful Lake Views

  Wide open spaces and beautiful lake views. The sites are far apart and lots of green space. Pavement is old and a little rough, but workable. The park host is extremely nice and helpful.