Chris H.
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LegendJohnson Branch Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park
We were in the walnut loop, spot 52 and it was awesome. Plenty of room and the site backs up to the lake so we could walk a path from our site to the lake to fish.
Tent Camping near Sadler, TX
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Several tent camping options dot the landscape near Sadler, Texas, clustered primarily around Lake Texoma. Cross Timbers Texoma Hiking Trail Primitive Campsite offers free, hike-in tent camping with fires allowed and pet-friendly sites. Big Mineral Camp and Willow Springs Resort provide established tent camping areas along the shores of Lake Texoma, though with more limited amenities than some might expect.
Most primitive tent campgrounds in the Sadler area lack basic facilities. Campers should bring their own water, as drinking water is not available at most locations. Sites are typically set on uneven, natural surfaces with minimal improvements. The Cross Timbers primitive campsite permits campfires, while many other areas prohibit open flames, particularly during dry summer months. Tent campers need to pack out all trash as waste services are generally unavailable. For those seeking more developed options, Erwin Park in McKinney (approximately 30 miles south) offers toilets, water, and designated tent sites with picnic tables.
The tent camping experience near Sadler varies seasonally, with summer heat making shade a premium commodity. Areas along Lake Texoma provide water access for fishing and cooling off during hot months. Sites at Cross Timbers offer walk-in tent camping that creates more seclusion than vehicle-accessible options. According to a review from The Dyrt, "There is plenty of space to spread out and material for a campfire but you will need to create your own fire pit or ring to safely burn in this area." Wildlife sightings are common, particularly at night, with reviewers noting deer and smaller animals. Campers should secure food properly, as local wildlife may investigate camp areas after dark.
Best Tent Campgrounds near Sadler (19)
1. Cross Timbers Texoma Hiking Trail Primitive Campsite
2. Big Mineral COE Lake Texoma
3. Willow Springs Resort
4. Texoma Marina & Resort
5. Hickory Creek
6. Erwin Park
"Erwin Park is a great place to visit if you're looking to spend a few days running or biking trails. Campsites are far enough apart that you have privacy yet close enough that you don't feel alone."
"I’ve had many great experiences at this park it’s a ways out of the way of the city noise. The only sound other than bird song is the occasional moo and some coyote yips in the distance"
7. Willow Springs
8. iGLAMP
from $119 - $129 / night
9. Blue River Campground
"There is around 80 campsites nestled in the woods along the bank of this beautiful clear river. It is primitive camping. There is no electric, water faucets, picnic tables, or grills."
"Camping stops are spaced out very well. It is primitive camping. There is no electricity and there are some bathrooms but very few which doesn’t bother me bc I don’t use them anyways."
10. Willafa Woods
Drive Time
- 14 min from Sherman, TX
- 1 hr 13 min from Dallas, TX
- 1 hr 32 min from Wichita Falls, TX
- 2 hrs 20 min from Lawton, OK
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Tent Camping Reviews near Sadler, TX
511 Reviews of 19 Sadler Campgrounds
- ssiyeon Y.
TravelerHickory Creek - Lewisville Lake
Great view
Benjamin S.
GuideSanger - Denton North KOA
The 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!
- WWayneTraveler
Winstar RV Park
Super easy in and out. Pretty much every amenity that you would want at a very modern campground.
- Curtis L.Traveler
Red River Ranch RV Resort
Red River RV Resort (Deluxe) in Thackerville OK is a hot mess to be polite. The entire campground is covered with goathead sand burrs. It's impossible to go outside and enjoy any part of the campground. If you do go out you have to be very careful not to bring any of the sand burrs into the camper. The property owner / management knows of the campground issues but they're not doing anything to fix the issues. The pool and hot tub are disgusting, both have green slimy water with leaves, dirt and whatever else blew into it. The community room is locked and you have to ask at the office to get access. The community room has multiple TV's but none if them turn on so whats point in having them. On the good side it has two nice pool tables so its has some purpose. The gym area is packed with equipment but looks more like a storage locker than a gym.The campground has a good laundry room and okay WIFI. The showers are okay, older facilty but it all works. It has a fenced dog park but again It's covered with sand burrs so its unuseable. There's several empty/abandonded campers through out the campground. We went down the street to the local public park, sadly the park is unuseable as well due to the sand burrs being everywhere. It appears sand burrs are a bigger issue in the area and just not only at the campground. The campsites have full hook ups, some of the sewer hose tubes have caps while others don't. The neighboring campsite sewer connection didnt have a sewer cap and it has a huge wolf spider living in it.... we had planned to stay the full 14 days but leaving early due to the 8 billion sand burrs. Our dog is unable to walk in the grass, dirt, pavement without a paw full of sand burrs. I'm very disappointed C2C thinks this is a deluxe campground, I would be embarrassed to be in any way connected to it. There's other campgrounds in the area that have similar nightly cost ($40 - $50) if I was to pay outside of the C2C members rate with useable grass yards, clean useable swimming pools and community rooms. This could be an amazing campground if someone would fix the issues. As it stands now I would avoid this campground at all costs.
- HHope H.Guide
Bonham State Park Campground
Okay for an Overnight
This is a very small campground with a central bathroom/showers up the hill from the campsites. The lake means bugs. The bathrooms were not terrible. The showers were clean-ish.
- WWendy J.
ScoutHickory Creek COE Campground
Great place!
We had a great time here. Lots of shade, privacy and great view of lake
David B.GuideIsle du Bois Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park
Beautiful and quiet. Widely spaced sites in loops, but challenging to back in.
Folks want different things out of campsites. For me, it's scenic beauty, quiet for work and mental health, and nice places to take my dog. This checks all the boxes!
None of my reviews will be useful for amenities or activities because I just don't use them. I can't tell you about bathrooms, fishing, etc. I can tell you the water is very soft and feels slick or soapy even after you rinse. I have onboard reverse osmosis and wouldn't recommend drinking city water anywhere in Texas. There's too much oil production here and gas and chemicals are all over.
The staff at the gate were pleasant and said, "You must be David," when I pulled in, which was very nice and made it easy and welcoming.
Texas has many undiscovered and wonderful public lands, whether you're really camping or just working remote, watching the deer, or seeing the sunrise over a lake from your bedroom window. Get out here and come see them!
Andy M.LegendPreston Bend - Lake Texoma
Great view out on the peninsula.
Got here after Labor day weekend and mostly all to ourselves.
Guide to Sadler
Tent campgrounds near Sadler, Texas cluster primarily around Lake Texoma, offering primitive and established sites for outdoor enthusiasts seeking lakeside camping experiences. Cross Timbers Texoma Hiking Trail provides primitive tent campsites accessible by hiking in, while Hickory Creek offers boat-in and hike-in options about 20 miles northwest of Sadler. Both locations provide basic tent camping with minimal facilities and natural settings.
Most tent sites in the Sadler area are primitive with limited or no facilities. Cross Timbers permits fires but lacks amenities like toilets, drinking water, or trash service. Campers must pack in all supplies and pack out all waste. Access varies seasonally, with some sites becoming muddy and difficult to reach after rain. The terrain consists primarily of wooded areas with uneven ground, requiring careful site selection for tent placement. Hickory Creek features dispersed camping with no designated sites or improvements, making it ideal for those seeking a true backcountry experience.
Wildlife encounters are common at these primitive tent camping areas, with deer, small mammals, and occasional wild hogs reported. One camper noted, "You will hear a lot of animals moving around this area as there are large populations of deer and other smaller animals. You will want to watch out for wild hogs which migrate through the area at times." Night skies are typically clear and excellent for stargazing, especially at the more remote tent sites away from town lights. Lake Texoma provides opportunities for fishing directly from campsites, with several reviewers mentioning catching catfish from tent sites near the water's edge. The dispersed nature of these camping areas means campers can often find isolation even during busier seasons, though tent campers should be prepared for potential weather changes with proper equipment.
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