Best Tent Camping near Rusk, TX

Recent Tent Reviews in Rusk

199 Reviews of 7 Rusk Campgrounds

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  Yasmin S.

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 1, 2024

  Davy Crockett National Forest Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

  Ratcliff - Natl. Forest

  Has great camping. Entertains many hike trails. One even for handicap person to follow thru. Good for horses or bikes. You can go for miles even to a dispersed camping lookout point.

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  Yasmin S.

  Ranger

  

  Nov. 1, 2024

  Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

  Ratcliff

  This is another Great in deep e. Texas. They have really clean it up over the years. Even thin out more by the swimming area and boat ramps. Has a boat ramp but no electric motors. Also a dump station. They upgraded a RV spot that also has a playground too. You will find remants of the old sawmill here.

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  Yasmin S.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 25, 2024

  Camp Tonkawa Springs RV Park and Campground

  Tonkawa

  Has the best clear blue water for swimming in all of E. TEXAS!! Has exploring trails and even some wildlife roaming if you are a camper. Has a mystical, Lord of Rings vibe. ENJOY!!

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  Yasmin S.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 23, 2024

  Angelina River/Hwy 59 Dispersed

  Angelina 59 Boat Ramp

  If you like fishing this is a popular fav spot among locals. You can float the river most either way overall. Sand bass is a fav when in season.

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  Yasmin S.

  Ranger

  

  Oct. 23, 2024

  Rock Hole Dispersed

  Rock Hole / Slitz Hole

  Famous place where the limestone for the Galveston seawall after the storm of 1901 Has two ponds or waterholes. One is good just for fishing. The other grew up swimming in. Found big chunks of limestone all around still.

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  Gloria W.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 20, 2024

  The Boulders at Lake Tyler

  Food Truck and Park host!

  The food truck food is not good. I got sick from eating food from there. Ted stores food in freezer without covering it up with lids. One of the park host was showing pictures. I saw the pictures and he also showed other park host. He is not a good park host. Do not ever let him borrow any money because you will never see it back. Do not put a bad review on Facebook because you will get blocked off there page. It's sad that's how they run a business.

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  Jessica M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 1, 2024

  Red Barn RV Park

  Monthly living

  Very friendly staff and residents. Mostly long-term residents. Nice facilities and pool. Privacy fence around lot and large shed to store in or use as an extra living space.

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  Mark D.

  Guide

  

  May. 3, 2024

  Martin Creek Lake State Park Campground

  STATE PARK NEXT TO POWER PLANT

  Once again our timing was great as this state park was only about 1/4 full. Sites were level and as with most SP's, plenty of room. Nice wooded park, lots of deer and a nice island to hike on. Power plant isn't all that bad, but then again we weren't right on the water where you would be able to hear it more. Nice facilities.

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  Austin B.

  Traveler

  

  Apr. 23, 2024

  Neches Bluff Overlook Campground

  Simple camping

  Love this location everything was so simple nothing extra just simple relaxing camping and beautiful scenery

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  michel A.

  Scout

  

  Apr. 17, 2024

  Texas Rose RV Park

  fine

  "Stick Merge" is a puzzle game where players combine sticks to create larger ones. By strategically merging sticks, players aim to reach higher numbers and unlock new levels. With simple yet addictive gameplay and colorful visuals, it offers hours of entertainment and challenges.

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  Kaden H.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 31, 2024

  Rosie Jones Park

  Wonderful app

  I can't tell you how much help this is for traveling and trying to find a lady minute place to stay. Had saved my butt more than once! Everyone who camps should try it out!

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  Chantyl

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 14, 2024

  Rusk Depot Campground

  Family trip

  First & foremost, This park is not well-maintained, and the camping sites are right off of the highway. The splash pad does not work, and the bath house was terribly dirty and freaked of sewage. The group sites are basically a big parking lot- zero grass space between site numbers, although there is shared grass areas along the rows. We moved site numbers within the group sites so that our kids would not be playing right beside the highway (there is a gate, however it’s still concerning), and to slightly distance ourselves from the traffic noise. Beware there is also a large wedding venue directly across the highway & our kids were woken to the sounds of fireworks at night on the weekend. There were large fire ant mounds all along the concrete, and we had to purchase fire ant killer ourselves, as well as deal with some broken glass & the trash can for our site that wasn’t emptied before our stay. I spoke with the staff member working in the office and all she could say was “i will let management know.”

  As far as the good: we had 6 kids and 4 adults staying, so despite the concerns and annoyances, we still were able to relax enough and enjoy our break from the daily grind. The kids played outside all day- making walking sticks, fishing a lot, catching bugs (spotted some really neat moths, too), and making up games.

  The best: the nearly-daily trains coming right through the campground for various reasons (loading new cars or taking passengers on a local trip). My son is an avid train-lover and this was the main reason we booked our stay here.

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  Jon D.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 13, 2024

  Neches Bluff Overlook Campground

  Very Quiet and Beautiful!

  This place was great! Nice, clean vault toilet, many sites, and rather empty. Any car should be able to make the dirt road in dry to moderately wet conditions, if it's been seriously stormy, I'd avoid without AWD/4WD because the road is dirt/sand.

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  Donna H.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 4, 2024

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Quiet, lovely campground. Excellent park staff.

  We drove from NWArkansas the end of January to purchase a conversion van in Tyler, but towed our 19-foot Coleman camper just in case the van didn't work out, at least we'd have a nice camping trip! We stayed in a pull-though space (#340) which was large enough for our Tundra, the Coleman, AND our newly acquired 2000 E-350 Sportsmobile Van. 

  The campsites were quiet (except for our dogs, who loved the racoons and deer...sorry!!) and well maintained. Beautiful walk around the lake to watch the sunrise. The facilities are standard state park facilities...everything worked. One toilet was a mess, but that wasn't the rangers' fault. One would think women would be more mindful of the mess they make. 

  Note that the gift shop isn't open on Tuesday/Wednesdays, so if you want a head badge for your walking stick, you can purchase one at the ranger station CASH ONLY.  Highly recommend this park.

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  Mary T.

  Legend

  

  Nov. 17, 2023

  Shallow Creek RV Park

  Very nice campground

  We found this at the last minute and the had room for 25 days. When we got in the ownwer said he would give us the monthly rate because it was cheaper than 3 weeks. That was nice. Bathrooms nice and big and clean. They are on a golf course for you golfers. Concrete pads, we could tell some were not level, but ours was hardly any leveling. 2 pools, hot tub, splash park, play area. Internet good, though we did put out our starlink as we didn't want to hog everyone. Verizon great after 7 months of barely cell phone it is so nice.

  2 downsides but not bad. Near a heavy used road, and narrow drive in and out.

  Friendly and nice, we will be back.

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  Tam E.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 9, 2023

  Neches Bluff Overlook Campground

  Beautiful Trees

  Dirt road to sites isn’t bad at all. Several places to pull off & camp. T-Mobile getting one baby bar.

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  timothy G.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 17, 2023

  Rusk Depot Campground

  Rusk Depot is a great hideaway camp site

  I have been several times.

  We love it,,,

  Lots of tall trees. Very little if any biting bugs. Grounds keeper pick up trash daily. Staff are very friendly. 
  For more on this great place. go to our Facebook group on this.
  https://www.facebook.com/groups/781897506027639

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  Patrick B.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 9, 2023

  Neches Bluff Overlook Campground

  Peaceful

  Very primitive and off the beaten path, our 02 Mustang was able to handle it. No site numbers just pop the tent wherever. Very quiet and beautiful.

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  Seeking Narnia

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 15, 2023

  White Rock Horse Camp

  Nice dispersed camping

  Nice area for dispersed camping.  Several level areas.  Great hiking / horse riding trails around.  Would not recommend this area during hunting season.  Accessible via car, good roads, smaller trailers.  If RVing, will need levelers.

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  Rose M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 2, 2023

  Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area

  Pretty Solid

  If you're someone who camps to get away from everyone, this is not the spot for you. It should come to no surprise that it isn't secluded as it does have several sites available. There's bathrooms and showers, a swim area, fishing, and a selection of trails to do while staying here. At the primitive sites you get a fire pit and a picnic table. Great place overall.

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  Rose M.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 2, 2023

  Neches Bluff Overlook Campground

  Lovely Primative Camping Site

  I recently did the 4-C trail at Davy Crockett National Forest. The night before I did the hike, I stayed here. There is no cost to stay the night or to park for day use here. It's very peaceful on this side and serves as the north entrance to the 4-C trail. There was on other camper there and they were no bother. I am not 100% on it, but it looked like there's only really two defined area for camping, but it doesn't seem like all that many people go there so you should be able to find a spot. There is a glorified porta potty and no water source, so be prepared for that, but it is primitive after all so you can't be mad about that. Definitely a good choice of place to stay if you on doing the 4-C, especially in a single day, so you can get started early.

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  Gretchen

  Guide

  

  May. 16, 2023

  Lufkin KOA Journey

  Clean and Comfy

  Nice little spot right off the feeder road tucked back into the trees. Great playground, beautiful pool, friendly staff. Wi-Fi was great! I was able to work without using my hotspot. Bathrooms and showers were clean and stocked. We would definitely come back here again.

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  Rachel H.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 27, 2023

  Neches Bluff Overlook Campground

  Great Primitve Camping

  My boyfriend and I stayed one night (were planning on two but there was a severe cold front when we stayed), and it was AMAZING!! Very secluded. If you take a right, just before you get to the actual “campgrounds” (saw RV spots with pit toilet), there is a drive able trail. We found a spot that had been used before, and it was very secluded and private. There was a creek nearby that we hiked up and down, even found what appeared to be a natural spring feeding the creak. We used the creek as our water supply, and the water was delicious. Lots of cool rocks, and even found a couple snail shells. 10/10 would definitely go again and explore more. The overlook is so pretty, and honestly, this place gave us the perfect camping experience. We were able to fit two vehicles in our spot, and there was a pre-existing fire spot. Lots of downed trees for wood. There is some spots of poison Oak/Ivy to be aware of, but nothing unavoidable and was in one area. It was a blast!

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  Sam E.

  Traveler

  

  Feb. 25, 2023

  Tyler State Park Campground

  Lovely

  I brought my dog on a two night weekend stay and we had a blast. The campsite was well maintained and we loved all of the trails.

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  Quinton C.

  Traveler

  

  Jan. 30, 2023

  Mission Tejas State Park Campground

  Great Group Tent Site

  Reservation all the way to leaving was a great experience. Staff was awesome and super supportive with any questions/assistance.

  Camp sites and park altogether super clean and maintained.

  Bathrooms in good spots.

  Trails are awesome and scale from easy to hard. Cool landmarks to find in each of the trails as well.

  Group campsite itself was great and was huge! Plenty of space and located great with couple Peking spots

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  Lisa P.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 17, 2022

  Rusk Depot Campground

  Full hookups in the pine trees

  Took a chance on this campground because many reviews on various websites  were bad and many were old...Used to be a TX state park but was "decommissioned" evidently. It is not the most maintained campground, but it is a small loop with pull-in sites w/ full hookups. The bathroom didnt seem maintained much, but we have a camper, so don't have need for the bathrooms. The texas state RR train engine car came through one time in the afternoon to turn around to pull the train back to palestine...that's pretty unique and a cool thing at a campsite IMO.

  our group loved this place--albeit a very different experience if you are used to well-maintained KOAs etc, but for those that are self contained and just want to hang out/camp, it's a cool place. Had a nice walk around the historic train depot and the little pond behind it. we camped in october and It was very "fall vibes" with all the super tall pine trees and we thought it was a hidden gem and appropriately priced for what you get (ie: it's not priced like a KOA, so don't expect similar amenities--but there are good things about that too--it's not packed with people!!). Not sure I'd make a super long destination out of it if you're  too far away, but We will be back since it's close to camp here!

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  Leigh

  Scout

  

  Dec. 5, 2022

  Salmon Lake Park & Resort

  Great Place to Camp!

  We LOVED our stay at Salmon Lake! We have been here a few times. The staff is amazing, the prices are great and include full hookups and the campground is one of the most unique places we’ve ever stayed. There is an old west town, cabins, a ton of space to explore, some neat photo ops and a great swimming hole with a sand bottom. We were told that we were welcome to spread out and take up 2 spaces. The place was built in the 80’s for festivals so the new owners are working on a lot of upgrades. The new bathhouse is really nice. We love that we can camp in the woods or under the stars- there are a lot of options. We were also really happy when it rained and due to the sandy soil, the water drained quickly and we didn’t have to deal with mud holes that evening. If you’re into old school camping- this is your place!!