Looking for the ultimate RV camping experience near Smithville? RV camping is an adventurous and unique way to experience the city. Each RV campsite offers quick access to one or more of Smithville's most popular destinations.
The Stonewall Motor Lodge is a property that was built in 1964 to accommodate the press core that accompanied Lyndon B. Johnson while visiting the Texas White House. The property was renovated and brought back to life in 2019 after years of neglect. During the renovation 4-20'W x 40'L back-in RV sites were added. All of our sites have 50-amp power, water, and sewer connections.
$45 - $65 / night
Flatonia RV Ranch opened in the summer of 2007 with 58 full hook-up pull through sites on 19 beautiful acres.
We are known for our extremely spacious RV sites, quaint location, and relaxed atmosphere.
Our 40′ x 60′ clubhouse includes office, showers, restrooms, washateria, and a community space to accommodate group gatherings and meals.
With high-speed Wi-Fi installed throughout the park, you’ll have no problem staying connected.
Right outside the back door of the clubhouse is a 2-acre pond with a well-lit fishing pier. Plus, there’s more to come! We are planning to include a pool, pavilion, camp store and more!
$99 / night
Just five miles from downtown, Austin Lone Star provides 154 spacious, tree-shaded sites complete with full hook-ups, and wireless internet. We also have a number of cabin rentals available which feature Queen sized bed in bedroom and full size sofa sleeper to accommodate up to 4 guests. Fully equipped, with all cookware and linens included. No pets allowed in rentals. You can't beat the amenities at Austin Lone Star, take a swim in our seasonal heated pool, or play billiards in our clubhouse. Guests can also pick up a few RV supplies and other necessities at our on-site store and gift shop. Pets are more than welcome at Austin Lone Star -- we provide a fenced-in pet exercise area for Fido to run free. Our non-furry guests can get a work out in our fully-equipped exercise room, while kids can get their energy out on our playground.
$58 / night
River Forest Haven is a unique space that seeks to bring you closer to nature. We do not artificially light the camp and we strive to leave as much of the property in its natural state as we can. This provides a unique experience that is not your typical campground as we keep all of our campsites tucked under lush natural canopies. Car and tent camping works great! For most sites, you can easily drive up to your spot. Arrive, take a look around and settle into your site. We are always happy to deliver any of our items from our general store- just message us or give us a call and we will come by.
With nearly half a mile of Colorado riverfront to swim, fish, toob, paddle-board, kayak, and canoe*, along with 30 acres to hike and explore, River Forest Haven is also a quick 20-minute drive from downtown Austin.
River Forest Haven is the perfect place to unplug and get back to nature. Finally, a place where being disconnected is actually a good thing.
$23 - $60 / night
Located off I-10 between Houston and San-Antonio and HWY 71. The Whispering Oaks RV Park is family friendly. The majority of our sites are pull thru and we can easily accommodate Big Rigs. There are open sites and sites with full shade. Please call us direct 979-732-9494 for your next reservation. We also have a registration box for late night arrivals.
$40 / night
This Houston RV campground and preserve lies among green fields and pecan groves along the shores of the Colorado River, midway between Houston and San Antonio. Abundant wildlife, including deer and armadillo, can be seen throughout Colorado River RV Camping. Hiking, canoeing and fishing are popular activities at our Houston RV campground from Thousand Trails. Colorado River RV Camping guests can easily relax in our peaceful riverside RV campground in Texas. With easy access to the freeway, a trip to the big cities that lie east or west offers a fun day out, before returning to the sanctuary of this RV preserve. New Cabins/Cottages Have Arrived! Stay among riverside pecan groves at a Houston RV campground Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Colorado River RV Campground. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience.
$40 - $50 / night
The perfect"home away from home," Oak Forest is located just 10 minutes from downtown Austin, Texas. Although you wouldn’t know it by the serene sounds and vistas! Nearby, Lake Walter Long is perfect for fishing or zipping around in a boat.
$39 / night
Guide
This rv resort plays up the RESORT aspect. It’s near perfect.
Right off the highway, safe (gated entry), well kept, pretty.
The owners do a great job of contacting you with all the instructions and help you might need before you even arrive. There are bath houses, a pool, and even a playground for kids.
The spots are gravel ( a little unlevel due to the slight hills) but perfectly spaced with full hook up.
We had a quiet, peaceful Stu. Will absolutely come back!
LegendLocated only 9 miles from popular, South Congress and downtown Austin this resort is right off the interstate but nestled in between bushes and trees that offer a sense of privacy. Each site feels spacious and comes with its own picnic table and full hook-ups.
The showers and bathrooms are private and very clean. There are plenty, so there always seems to be at least one available no matter what time of day. The pet area is spacious and clean and has benches. There is a nice laundry room, children’s playground and pool for guests to enjoy as well. Overall we enjoyed our stay at Austin Lone Star RV Resort.
Scout
Overall I like this park. It's away from the interstates and expressway, but close enough to run and get supplies whenever you need. It is a bit noisy, but nothing too bad. My only real gripe is that the septic connection at my spot is at the same height as my RV connection - no matter what I do, I can't get it to have a slope. Most sites are better, but the connection at all of them is raised up about 6". The other thing I'm not happy about is the price ($250 a week). It's a bit steep, but it is a gated area (resort is a bit of stretch). There are a lot of long-term/permanent guests here, and they do make the place look unkempt. I still give it 4 stars, but they need to clean it up a bit. I've stayed in real RV resorts, and for the same money, I've seen better.
Legend
This is a cool urban RV park in the heart of Austin Texas. The park is located along Barton Springs road in the coolest part of town. It’s next to a brewery, food trucks, and great pubs. It’s also very close to. Barton Spring Greenway and Zilker Park where the ALC music festival takes place in the Fall. The RV park has laundry facilities and bathrooms as well as full sewer, water, and power hookups. The residents are a collection of hippies, lost souls, and people just having fun in Austin. If you can get a reservation this would be the ultimate urban RV experience in Austin. Although many of the sites are taken by long term residents, some sites closer to Barton Springs Road.
Legend
I found this place while I was searching on thedyrt for a place to camp nearby Austin. I dropped by to check it out. To my surprise, this was more of a traditional RV park for long-term stays rather than a RV campground or recreational park.
The RV park is nestled into a North Austin neighborhood about 20-30 minutes from the center of town. The neighborhood has a mix of houses, empty lots and industrial facilities. The park itself is enclosed by a fence and security system.
I spoke with the manager and he said that he does accept stays of a week, but you must call to check on availability. Each parking spot has hookups for water, electric and sewage. The park has wifi, laundry facilities, restroom, mailboxes and security cameras. There are no real recreational amenities or facilities in the park or in the nearby neighborhood.
This is not really a place to camp, but rather to stay for a while.
GuideI called in for a camping spot late in the evening and the manager said No problem! This campground seems primarily set up for long term camper trailers. I was looking for a tent spot and arrived late in the evening. The host was very welcoming and let me park up near the bathroom. Since I was by myself it worked out great for me. The campground and the bathrooms were clean. Would Definently stop by again .
Scout
Very nice and well kept. Bathroom and shower facilities are very clean. RV site electrical and water hook up easily accessible along with the sewer connection. I definitely recommend this RV resort.
RangerMost RV "resorts" we've come across are just parking lots where everyone is stacked on top of each other. We were very surprised at the spacing here. You could fit another RB in between us and the next person. Plus, the trees and bushes make it feel more natural.
Staff greeted us, and took us to our spot even though we arrived several hours before check in. Very easy access to downtown Austin, about a 15 minute drive.
Full hookups. Extremely clean, well maintained and updated. Most spots are pull through, with a few back in spots on one side.
Nice laundromat. AND... they have a propane service where you just put your empty tanks behind your rig, they come pick them up and fill for you and just put it on your tab like having a hotel room. Super cool...
It is right next to I-35, and you can hear the highway noise. But overall, not bad.
Guide
This campground is one of the nicest Thousand Trails Collection campgrounds we have ever stayed at! They have large FHU sites with 30/50amp and beautiful views! The park is currently being completely overhauled with new sites, hook-ups, roads, community center, offices and more. We can’t wait to come back and see it when it’s completed! 👍🏻😬 They have nice amenities such as mini golf, pool, boat launch, pickleball, basketball, trails, etc. We really enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it if you are in the area.
For videos on this campground and others, check out our YouTube channel: Jeff & Steff’s Excellent Adventure.
Guide
We found this RV park a great overnight stop while traveling I-10. Many long termers, but they stayed to themselves. Plenty of room for big rigs. Road noise from highway, but not a negative for us. Sites are gravel/rock with grassy areas adjacent. Not perfectly level, but we wiggled the trailer around a bit in the spot until we got close. Full hookups. Laundry onsite, though we didn’t use. Looked clean. Bathroom is an odd layout with no doors separating stalls or toilet - curtains only. They were perfectly functional and clean though. Good value!
Scout
Two sections, older for permanent or long term; newer well spaced, sites toward office. Five star private bathrooms, pool areas are clean and well kept. Grounds are manicured with fire pit common areas. Two DOG parks, coffee cart on site, and lots of green for dog walking. Only con is non existent WIFI. They do have fiber for long term.
Guide
Why we booked: We wanted to check out Austin and prefer park campgrounds to RV resorts in general. Having hookups meant we could take our time and stay awhile, especially at the price.
Campground: A well-maintained campground with a mix of nomads, retirees, and families. Just about what you'd expect from a solid state park campground.
Quirks: Late check-in can be a bit tricky. Solar might not always be easy. I've heard the park gets mobbed by day-use in the summer.
Site: 20 in the Big Oak loop was just right for us. Lots of Carolina Wrens! Easy in and out with our 27' travel trailer and F250.
Nearby: Hiking trails, the Lower Falls, and the Onion River are all nearby. It's not super feasible to bike, as you're out a ways from most amenities, but car access to pretty much anything you need.
Value: Unbeatable.
Scout
This is a great campground with lots to do. It is awesome like geometry dash lite. We camped: the camp pitch was fairly level with electric hookup, water supply close to the tent and a fire pit for each pitch. There are also RV hookups as well. My kids totally enjoyed the laser tag, there is also a boating pond, fishing and live music on a Saturday night. The toilet block was the cleanest I have ever seen on a campsite- it was as clean as many hotels I have stayed in. One good advice for anyone staying in a campsite in Texas: compared to campsites in more temperate climes, Texas campsites are dusty and have as much dirt as grass on the pitches(and this site is no exception). Bring a tarp to put under your tent- it will be a lot easier to clean than the bottom of a sewn-in groundsheet when you get home.
Legend
It’s a place to sleep. That’s all it really has going for it. Noisy and dirty. It’s more of a long term place.
Traveler
if you have dogs this will probably be the biggest dog park at an rv resort that you have ever been to. everyone is very friendly everything is very clean. the office sells tons of goods that you may need for rv or camping. the grounds are well maintained to feature the natural beauty of the area and with respect to sustainability. the best part about this park is the ample space between sites, making you feel private and spacious.
Scout
First time at Iron Horse RV resort, won't be our last! The grounds are clean and the spaces are wide. They have a beautiful pavilion and a lazy river. Saturday night (for the Labor Day weekend) they brought in a band - they were wonderful. There is a cute boutique on site with adorable clothes, boots and accessories. Don't miss that! We had a medical emergency that forced us to leave the RV an additional night and they worked with us and checked in with us just like FAMILY.
ScoutWe’ve had such an amazing time here. There’s multiple dog parks, hammock areas, common areas with fire pits and grills, gardens for the community, and a incredible coffee truck over by the welcome office (closed on Tuesdays). Beautiful and loving community of temporary and long term RVers. 10/10 for Austin
Legend
Lake Bastrop North Shore Park Park is managed by the Lower Colorado River Authority. There’s a office at the entrance were one can pay your admission fee. Or if you arrive late, there is a self paying station that’s available 24 hours 7 days a week. At the small office one may buy ice, drinks and souveniers.
This campground has a number of sites for RVs with full hook ups. There is a sewage dump station in the center of the park. Also, there are traditional car camping spots with drive up parking spaces, picnic tables, fire rings, grills and water and electrical hook-ups. There are restroom facilities are scattered throughout the park. At the far end of the park there are campgrounds for primitive camping. These have more basic amenities - there is an open space, community fire pit, community grill and some picnic tables.
Not too far from the primitive campground there is a trail that leads to a nice view of Lake Bastrop. There’s also a community space in the center of the park which has, picnic tables, a fishing pier, open water access and an area that is roped off for swimming.
This park is distinguished from the Lake Bastrop South Shore Park because it tends to attract campers with more basic needs. I would say that there are fewer families, less crowds and more peace and quiet.
I found the staff to be nice and friendly.
ScoutYes, there's not a lot of spaces between spots like there are in most state parks, but the residents are quiet. We had space D25 which is on the outside of the big loop by the river and boat ramp. Lots of space on the door side to the next unit, and nature behind us.
When they talk about deer being everywhere, they ain't kidding. And watch where you walk in the grass, the deer left presents.
Very friendly staff, and the couple of other campers we talked to were very nice. Being a Thousand Trails property, there was no loud music or rowdy camps.
They have free WiFi. It's reception is spotty, sometimes great, sometimes bad. Supposed to be better up by the activity center.
AT&T reception is LTE and varies by location and time. I had 1 bar to 4 bars at the same spot throughout the day.
Ranger
We discovered Blue Mule Winery on Harvests Hosts, but it seems anyone can make a reservation to stay there by emailing Ash at least 24 hours in advance. It is also courtesty you visit the winery, sample and buy your favorites wines. they also have fresh eggs for sale.
Along with overnight RV / Travel Trailer camping, they have a duplex cabin that you can rent through Air BNB.
This little family farm is well maintained, super clean and not only do they have IMO some of Texas' best local wines, there's also Alpaca Llama's and Donkeys. They even gave us a bag of snacks to feed them (FYI the Llama's like to have their neck rubbed). The frozen wine slushies are really good.
Camping is in a small field in between the winery, and the Llamas. We found a perfectly level spot. I would say a max of 4 could fit in here comfortably.
This is dry camping / boon-docking only. Pack out whatever you take in, including trash.
If you're traveling to Austin, TX like us, this an amazing place to stay overnight. be sure to get up and watch the sunrise.
The entire family is incredibly friendly. A must stop for sure.
GuideStayed here one night- Memorial Day Evening- as we were making our way thru Texas. Liz at check-in was super friendly and helpful. We stayed on site D4. FHU. Level. WiFi was the best yet! No issues with this campsite. Trees stringed with lights for nice ambience. Road traffic noise did not bother us. There was a nice off leash dog area. However, they had received a lot of rain and it was too muddy for us to use this trip. I would recommend this RV park! We camped at Whispering Oaks RV Park in a Motorhome.
TravelerVery nice campground. Very well kept. Wonderful people and very helpful. Bathroom is like one in your own home, very clean and kept up. Can’t say anything bad about this place. Full hook ups and excellent WiFi.
GuideThis is a beautiful and huge camp ground with lots of nature to admire. The camp sites are spacious and feel very private, yet you don't feel alone with other campers nearby you. We had a stunning full hook up camp site with a climbable tree and took a hike to the waterfalls! There's lots of hiking trails that go really far, if you have the time. Definitely recommend!
Legend
This park is on the Colorado River and the grounds are beautiful and well maintained. Large, level sites with full hookups. Two large dog parks and walking trails by the pretty river. A great Mexican restaurant is within walking distance from the park.
LegendThe river is a beautiful site no doubt. The campgrounds are older and could use a bit of updating. We were close to the river. Was a bit disappointed as when booking through TT website, it said full hook ups when we arrived, only Water and Electric were available. ( reason for the 4 instead of 5 stars }Not a big issue as we were only there for a couple nights and as full-timers, we have a system down pat where our rig could stay off a sewer line for at least 7-10 days. All in all, its a nice place to come and relax, not too much to do if your a family. Clean restrooms and showers.
Guide
Great, quiet spot behind the Stonewall Motor Lodge. 4 RV spots pretty close together, but nicely shaded and beautiful. We stayed in spot #4 which was closest to the road and had the most space, privacy and tree cover. Gravel spots with full hookups. Decent but sometimes spotty Wi-Fi from the motel. Large open green space with trees and roaming wild Axis deer behind the spots, with great outdoor sitting area and a unique barn with tv and games. Would definitely stay again if we were passing through!
Scout
I’ve lived in Austin for over 20 years and camped at a lot of state parks in that time. I’ve never camped here because it’s so close to my house I never bothered. I ended up booking because all my favorite parks were already booked up. The best part of my stay was the clean bathrooms and full hook ups. My site was very small and full of stickers. Everytime the dogs went out to pee they tracked in stickers. I must have pulled 25 or more out of my feet and theirs! Absolutely no trees for shade either so aside from hiking a few trails, we were banished inside the RV. The map had shown some bikes trails but I found out they were from the old golf course and fires had wiped out all the trees. This was all just very depressing. In my opinion, this park is only good for an occasional overnight stay on your way somewhere else.
Also, the best campsites by the creek were all closed.
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