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N8ce park but it almost looks forgotten. When we drove through there were no campers and it looked like some of the sites needed a little TLC.
Camping near Queen City, TX
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Camping options near Queen City, Texas include several established campgrounds along Wright Patman Lake, providing access to water recreation and shaded sites. Rocky Point Campground, located directly in Queen City, offers tent and RV camping with amenities including electric hookups, drinking water, and fire rings. Atlanta State Park Campground, situated about 15 miles west of Queen City, provides additional options with cabin accommodations alongside traditional tent and RV sites. Most campgrounds in the area feature concrete pads, picnic tables, and access to boat ramps for fishing and water activities.
Road conditions throughout the region remain accessible for most vehicles, with paved access to major campgrounds. Summer temperatures typically reach into the 90s with high humidity, while winters are mild with occasional freezing temperatures. Most campgrounds require reservations, especially during peak summer months when water activities are popular. As one camper noted, "The lake was gorgeous and I had tent spot right by the water. The view of the lake in the morning and at sunset was fantastic." Cell service can be spotty in some areas, with reviewers mentioning limited AT&T coverage at certain campgrounds. Visitors should prepare for mosquitoes during warmer months.
Waterfront camping receives consistently positive reviews, with many campers highlighting the pine forests that extend to the water's edge. Wright Patman Lake serves as the central recreation feature for most campgrounds in the area, offering fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities. Several campgrounds provide boat ramps and swimming areas with beaches. Campers frequently mention wildlife sightings, including deer and occasional alligators in the lake. Reviewers note that while bathhouses vary in quality across different campgrounds, most facilities are adequately maintained. Weekend visitors should be prepared for higher occupancy rates, as the proximity to Texarkana makes these campgrounds popular for weekend getaways. The combination of pine forest settings and lake access creates a classic outdoor experience that appeals to families and fishing enthusiasts.
Best Campgrounds near Queen City (114)
1. Atlanta State Park Campground
"Atlanta State Park is nestled pretty far off the beaten path (nearest highway) deep in the pineywoods. It sits on the edge of Wright Patman Lake near the Texarkana region on the Texas side."
"On the very last day of 2018 we found ourselves camped out at Atlanta State Park on Wright Patman lake deep in the East Texas piney woods."
from $14 - $16 / night
Check Availability2. Clear Spring
"Clear Spring Campground on Wright Patman Lake was only half full for our weekend stay which may have contributed to it's quiet and relaxing atmosphere."
"The facilities are basic, with bathhouses throughout, centrally located dumpsters, walking trails, and grounds workers constantly working. The location on Wright Patman lake is awesome."
from $14 - $200 / night
Check Availability3. Rocky Point(wright Patman Dam)
"Close to the water and had good views. Lake still flooded so boat ramp and beach were closed. Put boat in at piney woods up the road. Friendly deer and squirrels and nice short hiking trails."
"This site was not very level but we had great views of the lake out the front and side of our MH. It had a grill with table, picnic table and a fire ring."
from $24 - $28 / night
Check Availability4. Rocky Point
"The view was beautiful, easy to find and drive to. We were able to get a spot right next to the boat ramp and the site had plenty of parking space for our camper, boat and truck."
"Has disc golf, trails, a pavilion, a basketball net, boat dock, volleyball net, and a swim beach. Apparently they also have church services on Sunday."
from $12 - $24 / night
Check Availability5. Piney Point
"Nice little campground, but because of the size, don’t expect to be “away from it all.” Nice playground for those with kids. Rocky Point campground (also COE) is just around the corner."
"Starlink worked, "yard" is spacious and proximity to water is nice. View unobstructed is great. Fire pit, grill and rock table."
from $14 - $26 / night
Check Availability6. Amazing Acres RV Park
7. Texarkana RV Park & Event Center
"Second time through here on our way to Houston, this will always be our stop in and out of Texas! Great place, super clean, big spaces!"
"Sites are right next to each other. They had some cute cabins."
8. Jackson Creek Park
9. Caddo Lake State Park Campground
"The Caddo Lake State Park is the only true natural lake in Texas. Although the story is that the lake was formed by a giant log jam."
"Another great Texas State Park. I didn't see as much security as I usually do but the whole area is clean and well kept."
from $10 - $115 / night
Check Availability10. Texarkana KOA
"We woke around 8 am my husband didn't have correct change and in comes Dr Jekyl. My husband and I found the exact change and all was well."
Drive Time
- 18 min from Texarkana, TX
- 1 hr 1 min from Shreveport, LA
- 1 hr 8 min from Longview, TX
- 1 hr 35 min from Tyler, TX
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Recent Reviews near Queen City, TX
340 Reviews of 114 Queen City Campgrounds
- Benjamin S.Guide
Beard's Bluff Park
Great little park, right on the water. We booked site 007 a good sized pull through, we are about 60 feet with our TOAD We had to pull to the front of the spot since we didn't have levelers, so we needed 30 feet of extention cord to reach our rig. But it was a beautiful park.
- vvicki P.
ScoutFrank Anthony RV Park
This place is a dump and not a safe place to camp. This town offers nothing to do and very few restaurants and shopping. Gun fire is a regular occurrence. Don’t go there
- DDominic B.
TravelerThomas Lake Park
Nice place to dispersed camp
Nice mowed area on river/lake. Bumpy dirt road to arrive. Several locals in and out for recreation.
- bbob J.Guide
Brushy Creek
All quiet here in the Fall
Only 3 campers in the whole area on a Wednesday night. Beautiful spot on the lake.
Lane R.TravelerTwin Lakes Resort
Sometimes the negative outweighs the positives! It isn’t about you- it is about Twin Lakes!
Mixed Thoughts: Disappointing, “Looks Nice,” and “Oh Yeah, That Part Was Good.”
Sometimes the negative outweighs the positives!
We reserved party space at Twin Lakes Tiny Home & RV Park in Mount Pleasant and rented Little House #1. The property has potential, but unfortunately our experience fell far short.
First, don’t assume Little House #1 is actually at the lake’s edge based on the professional site map. It wasn’t where we expected. Also, the office closes at 6 PM Friday, which is important when you need a key.
The people working on-site seemed nice and appeared to be trying. The bigger problems were the accommodations and lack of follow-through.
The main AC struggled to cool the house below 85+ degrees. The master bedroom AC worked, so we left that door open trying to help cool the rest of the house. The loft where some of our six kids were staying was especially hot.
Then came the insects.
The first night, our kids had ants in their beds. To their credit, someone arrived within about an hour, sprayed and changed the sheets. Unfortunately, that was basically the last maintenance assistance we received.
By the second day, the ants were back. One of us also received a nasty spider bite in the kitchen. After being away during the day, we returned to find the house even less cooled than before.
We repeatedly called the voicemail and text line seeking assistance. No response.
Before dark on the second night, we finally packed up and left.
Sunday morning, someone identifying himself as the General Manager called, apologized and said someone would contact us within a day or so to discuss the problems.
I waited a week. Nothing.
I even sent another message explaining that I write honest reviews and wanted to give management an opportunity to respond concerning our paid stay. Still nothing.
There ARE positives. The property looks nice and has potential. The party area worked for our gathering, and the staff we encountered seemed pleasant.
However, read the event agreement carefully. There are numerous circumstances where your card can be charged—someone uses a paddle boat, stays beyond the permitted time, furniture isn’t returned as required, etc. I understand rules and holding guests accountable. I simply wish we had experienced that same level of accountability when the property failed to provide what we paid for.
We paid for a weekend getaway but dealt with inadequate AC, ants in the children’s beds, a spider bite, unanswered requests for help, an early departure and a promised management follow-up that never happened.
There really is potential here, and I hope they address these issues.
Unfortunately, based on our experience, I cannot recommend staying here.
I sincerely hope your experience is different.
- Lane R.Traveler
Twin Lakes RV Resort - Luxury Site
Looks Great! Sometimes the negative outweighs the positives!
Mixed Thoughts: Disappointing, “Looks Nice,” and “Oh Yeah, That Part Was Good.”
Sometimes the negative outweighs the positives!
We reserved party space at Twin Lakes Tiny Home & RV Park in Mount Pleasant and rented Little House #1. The property has potential, but unfortunately our experience fell far short.
First, don’t assume Little House #1 is actually at the lake’s edge based on the professional site map. It wasn’t where we expected. Also, the office closes at 6 PM Friday, which is important when you need a key.
The people working on-site seemed nice and appeared to be trying. The bigger problems were the accommodations and lack of follow-through.
The main AC struggled to cool the house below 85+ degrees. The master bedroom AC worked, so we left that door open trying to help cool the rest of the house. The loft where some of our six kids were staying was especially hot.
Then came the insects.
The first night, our kids had ants in their beds. To their credit, someone arrived within about an hour, sprayed and changed the sheets. Unfortunately, that was basically the last maintenance assistance we received.
By the second day, the ants were back. One of us also received a nasty spider bite in the kitchen. After being away during the day, we returned to find the house even less cooled than before.
We repeatedly called the voicemail and text line seeking assistance. No response.
Before dark on the second night, we finally packed up and left.
Sunday morning, someone identifying himself as the General Manager called, apologized and said someone would contact us within a day or so to discuss the problems.
I waited a week. Nothing.
I even sent another message explaining that I write honest reviews and wanted to give management an opportunity to respond concerning our paid stay. Still nothing.
There ARE positives. The property looks nice and has potential. The party area worked for our gathering, and the staff we encountered seemed pleasant.
However, read the event agreement carefully. There are numerous circumstances where your card can be charged—someone uses a paddle boat, stays beyond the permitted time, furniture isn’t returned as required, etc. I understand rules and holding guests accountable. I simply wish we had experienced that same level of accountability when the property failed to provide what we paid for.
We paid for a weekend getaway but dealt with inadequate AC, ants in the children’s beds, a spider bite, unanswered requests for help, an early departure and a promised management follow-up that never happened.
There really is potential here, and I hope they address these issues.
Unfortunately, based on our experience, I cannot recommend staying here.
I sincerely hope your experience is different.
- SStephanie C.Traveler
Clear Spring
Beautiful campground
The campground is beautiful with sites overlooking the water.
jaicie B.TravelerPiney Point
Small, quiet and cute.
We stayed last week in July. Our spot has NO shade but is a pull through. Becca at the check in was willing to accommodate a site change for shade but we didnt want to move multiple times. Starlink worked, "yard" is spacious and proximity to water is nice. View unobstructed is great. Fire pit, grill and rock table. There are a group of trees 20 yards from the spot towards the water that would be nice for chairs or hammock.
Guide to Queen City
Camping spots near Queen City, Texas center around Wright Patman Lake with pine forest surroundings and clay soil terrain. Summer camping often means temperatures exceeding 90°F with high humidity levels between June and September. Seasonal variations affect water levels in Wright Patman Lake, with higher levels typically occurring in spring months after rainfall.
What to do
Disc golf access: Rocky Point offers a course alongside its camping area. "This camp was clean. Has disc golf, trails, a pavilion, a basketball net, boat dock, volleyball net, and a swim beach," notes a visitor who appreciated these diverse recreation options.
Hiking trails exploration: Atlanta State Park Campground maintains several trail systems with varying difficulty levels. "Lots of hiking trails. Great place to swim, boat kayaking and fishing," writes Tammie L. Another camper adds that "The trails are beautiful and if you piece them together can be challenging. These are not wide, take the baby stroller kind of trails."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early mornings provide optimal wildlife spotting conditions, particularly for deer which are common. "Pulling in, we were welcomed by a herd of 23 deer grazing in the common areas," reports a visitor to Kelly Creek Park, highlighting the abundant wildlife in the region.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: The camping areas around Queen City provide well-separated sites. "Sites are well separated from neighbors. There are some sites that have full hookups including sewer, but the most desirable sites are in Loop B, some of which have direct views of the lake," notes a camper at Clear Spring.
Lake access: Clear Spring provides direct water access from many sites. "We had a great 3 night stay here in c4. Close to the water and had good views," writes one camper. Another adds, "Stayed overnight in my camper car, 20 feet away from the lake. Very pretty campground that's well taken care of."
Peaceful environment: The campgrounds offer quiet surroundings, particularly during weekdays. "This is one of the prettiest state parks we have had the pleasure of visiting. It is nestled back in a cove by the lake and far away from the hustle of the large and small cities and towns. Quiet, peaceful and beautiful," shares a visitor to Atlanta State Park Campground.
What you should know
Limited cell service: Connectivity varies significantly between campgrounds and carriers. A visitor to Texarkana KOA reports: "I worked during the day using my T-Mobile / Sprint Hotspot. Great 5G signal. AT&T's 5G was horrible at times even though I had full bars."
Seasonal flooding impacts: Spring water levels can affect site availability and access. "The lake still flooded so boat ramp and beach were closed. Put boat in at piney woods up the road," mentions a camper at Rocky Point during high water periods.
Occasional paper mill odor: Industrial operations can affect air quality. One camper notes: "There can be a sewer-like odor that I'm told is coming from a paper mill in New Boston."
Tips for camping with families
Playground availability: Several campgrounds offer dedicated children's recreation areas. At Rocky Point Wright Patman Lake, one visitor notes: "We LOVED our site and all the amenities. We had a spacious site in the D loop, camp was clean, and beach was fun. Highly recommend! Big playground, well laid out sites."
Bug preparation: Insect activity increases during warmer months. "I would recommend bringing a citronella candle there were a lot of bugs at night. it could have also been because we went in August," advises a camper at Atlanta State Park.
Swimming access considerations: Not all swimming areas remain open year-round due to water conditions. "The beach area is okay with a few amenities. The bathrooms have 2 stalls each, 4 total again if it isn't busy they are fine. No family bathrooms in the whole place," reports one visitor.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling challenges: Terrain varies between campgrounds, requiring leveling equipment. "Un-level sites: The sites are rolling grass hills; it is possible to park in a direction that is even (L/R) but may take some finesse," reports a visitor to Kelly Creek Park.
Full hookup availability: Complete services aren't universal across all campgrounds. "We were in site B5 (one of 15 sites out of 124 that have FHU), for 12 days in September and October 2020. This site was not very level but we had great views of the lake out the front and side of our MH," notes a camper at Rocky Point Wright Patman Lake.
Concrete pad quality: Hard surface sites offer easier setup in wet conditions. "Sites are pretty good size with table, grill and fire ring. Pads are fairly level, only took 1 2x12 in the one side, make sure to bring blocks for the rear stabilizers as the pad drops off at the back," advises a visitor to Atlanta State Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Queen City, TX?
What camping is available near Queen City, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, Queen City, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 114 campgrounds and RV parks near Queen City, TX and 8 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Queen City, TX?
Which is the most popular campground near Queen City, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Queen City, TX is Atlanta State Park Campground with a 4.4-star rating from 20 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Queen City, TX?
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Queen City, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Queen City, TX.
What parks are near Queen City, TX?
What parks are near Queen City, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 24 parks near Queen City, TX that allow camping, notably Wright Patman Lake and Lake O' The Pines.
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