Best RV Parks & Resorts near Richards, TX

We had to return our travel trailer to the dealership for some warranty work and wanted to have one last little getaway before handing it over. We opted to stay somewhere in the vicinity of the dealership, and this campground had an opening. So, we booked one of the last remaining sites and hit the road!

Located in a suburban area north of Houston, the campground was very easy to find. It was nestled among nice suburban homes but still close to the amenities of a suburban city. We arrived after the employees left the front desk, so they instructed us to pick up our materials at the front office. We immediately noticed how well maintained this campground was. We easily found Site 21, a standard back in site. The sites are all concrete and level with a yard of grass and full hookups, which we really appreciate. We were surprised that our site didn’t have a picnic table like we thought, but we probably could have called to request one (wasn’t a huge issue in this July Texas heat).

This campground is more like a residential area. We noticed that many vehicles were gone early on a weekday morning. Many of the “campers” had potted plants and other items that indicated they were long-term occupants. There were many rules for the campground such as no items allowed on the grass or under RVs and no trash cans at sites, but none of these were unreasonable. Staff was visible throughout the day, often maintaining the grounds and collecting trash at each site (trash collection is each morning). It was extremely quiet, clean, and manicured.

Would we visit this campground again? Yes, if we plan to visit the Houston area for business in the future. We prefer the forest and the solitude that it affords, but this is a nice place to stay if you have business in the area. Rayford Crossing has amenities that may appeal to families with children such as a playground, beautiful pool, hot tub, shuffleboard, horse shoes, and fishing. The nice paved roads and sites and the dog park were nice as well. Our only complaints would be the price and lack of privacy, but I guess that’s to be expected in an RV resort near a major US city like Houston. Basically, it served our purpose.

We camped here for a long weekend getaway, and wanted to see what a Thousand Trails campground was like.  The campground is huge, and you cannot reserve a specific site.  You drive around and pick a site, then call and let them know which one you're in.  This is fine, but we were looking for a quiet, private site and there are very few of those.  We enjoyed our time here in our full hookup site, but the campground was just too busy for our taste.  There were vehicles constantly driving up and down the road in front of our site, and lots of children running around.  We don't have kids, so this was a little annoying to us.  The campground has a lot of amenities such as swimming pool, lake, playgrounds, etc... that would be fantastic for a family.  We like to camp for the relaxation and serenity of it, and this campground just isn't that type of place.

This is the best Thousand Trails we have been to in Texas so far! They have the best and the cleanest bathroom/showers I have ever seen. The pool is large clean and great furniture! They have tennis, pickle ball, basketball, mini golf and beach volleyball. The only thing I did not care for is the pull thru RV sites are really close together! This is a must visit park!

Great RV Resort on the lake with a beach. The roads could use a lot of love and the activity center could use a few indoor games especially since it rains a lot during hurricane season. Other than that we really enjoyed our stays here this summer.

Royal Palms RV Resort is truly a hidden gem! From the moment you arrive, you can feel the sense of community and care that sets this park apart. The all-concrete roads and spacious pads make parking a breeze, and the beautifully maintained grounds create a peaceful, resort-like atmosphere. The amenities are top-notch - the resort-style pool is perfect for relaxing on warm days, the fitness center and game room offer great options for staying active, and the private bathrooms and laundry facilities are always clean and convenient. Plus, the ponds for catch-and-release fishing and acres of land to explore make it a perfect spot for nature lovers. The staff go above and beyond to make sure every guest feels welcome and taken care of. Safety and community are clearly a priority here, and it shows. The gated entry, friendly neighbors, and regular events like pool parties, bingo nights, and holiday gatherings really make it feel like home. If you're looking for a quiet, secure, and beautifully maintained RV resort with a true sense of community, Royal Palms RV Resort is the place to be. I couldn't recommend it more!

The Hidden Creek RV resort is a must-go place if you are around it. They provide all the necessary facilities and good cafe. geekydane

Karstens RV Resort is where I like to stay. It has a lot of amenities. It's a clean and appealing environment. Their fees are also lower than others, and they have better facilities than other RV slope game parks.

My parents stays here, long term six months of the year. Very nice looking and staff is professional and pleasant.

They got it all here! New spots and pavilion they put in look great. Not surprised so many people choose to stay long-term.

Great place to stay for a day or long term.  Near Woodlands medical facilities, next to an elementary school, H.E.B. around the corner.  Pretty much any cuisine is near by.

We stayed here on a recommendation and it was a great one in deed.  We were only here a couple of nights for a short visit with friends down the street.  It is behind gates and the service was very friendly and welcoming.  We had a back in full service site requiring no leveling and easy connections. Our site was cement surfaced and had artificial grass area of our chairs and BBQ. They have small pond you can walk around and a covered patio / dock over the pond. The residents are a mix of long term and overnighters.  We had a great end spot with a small tree area making it a pleasant and private stay for us.  If in the area this is a must visit park. WiFi worked great.

The only odd thing to note, is that this site requires electronic signing of a PDF to agree to the park rules (noise, music, foul language, site cleanliness,  ... found it a little extreme).  The odd thing is even though others have signed assumingly the same agreement, one camper had his music blaring for about 5 min ... maybe upset they were enforcing the stringent 'no loud music' policy?? Not sure

There are many RV Parks near lake Conroe. If you don’t need a septic hookup, this one has the best price. Just a site to camp. Nothing fancy. Still under construction but exactly what we needed.

The Western RV Park

Behind The Western Steakhouse& Dancehall 

9524 Highway 6 Loop S 

Navasota, TX 77868 

936-306-3821 

westernrv@yahoo.com 

Type of Park: Private-owned 

Check In:? Check Out:?- Call 

Site#32- Back-In

$45 per night (3% fee for credit card) 

Water

20/30/50 amp 

Sewer 

Site Pad: Concrete

👍🏻 Pros: 

• Very wide sites. Can park the tow vehicle next to the rig 
• Brand new- all new electric, water, sewer 
• Sites are level 
• No need for rugs and such

👎🏻 Cons:

• It's a big concrete parking lot with hookups- nothing special beyond that 
• The sites were wide, but there's only about a foot or so of space between sites 
• No picnic tables or grills 
• Grass only around the edges of the lot (Keep that in mind for pets) 
• Some spots around the edges had a tiny bit of shade

📝 Park Notes: 

Large, bright light poles and the lights are on all night, hard to tell when the sun is coming up and not just the lights. But no stumbling around in the dark. 

It was nice being at The Western Club with friends for the ShuffleFest weekend event and not having to drive 45 minutes back and forth. The RV park is directly behind the Steakhouse& Dancehall.

It is a great spot to stay if you're going to the Western Club. It wouldn't be my first choice for a vacation destination though. It is right off the feeder road for Highway 6, but the road noise isn't terrible.

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