Whether you're an RVer or tent camper, South Bend, TX is a great place to post up for the weekend—or longer. South Bend is an adventure-filled destination for those who love the outdoorsy camper lifestyle. But it's also great for those who prefer to spend time near the city, exploring and sightseeing. Search nearby campsites and find top-rated spots from other campers.
Lake Godstone
35 min away
North D&D - Brazos River Public Use Area #4
43 min away
$10 - $135 / night
"This park was definitely out in the middle of nowhere, with a long peaceful drive full of wildlife. We made it to the park entrance, check in was quick."
"This is one of the clearer lakes in Texas."
$20 / night
"Nice and easy to pull into and close to city. Lake is less than 200’ from rv spot. Could use more maintenance and some trash around."
"Arrived around 1am and camped in my tent in a nice grassy area there seems to be plenty of room to set up tents and a couple of trees for shade, it is right next to the main road so it does get a bit noisy"
"Random off road place but we continued on and found this gem just beware that the link doesn’t take you directly to location. But otherwise perfect! So beautiful"
"Deer roamed free and the lake was peaceful with a small dock for boating and fishing. Enjoyed it here."
$125 - $500 / night
"Easy access to the docks and to deer blinds to watch the deer come out (no hunting)."
"The Apache Park and Trail Camping is amazing free games. The site is tidy and well-organized. inexpensive and tidy."
"Great, quiet, remote location. Stopped here for a couple nights on my way from visiting family in Dallas to camping down in Big Bend NP. Dry camping / boondocking over a weekend / Sat/Sun nights."
ScoutIf you want to really camp , and not in a 50 footer , this is not a place to do it . Maybe the sites behind the lake would be better . We have camped across the country with a 12 footer teardrop 3 times . . This is my least favorite campsite ! Pads are broken up almost to the point of dangerous. Walked around in flip flops and had tar balls attach to my feet.
TravelerThis was a very clean and safe spot to stop for the night! The link to get directions on the app took us to. Random off road place but we continued on and found this gem just beware that the link doesn’t take you directly to location. But otherwise perfect! So beautiful
TravelerGreat, quiet, remote location. Stopped here for a couple nights on my way from visiting family in Dallas to camping down in Big Bend NP. Dry camping / boondocking over a weekend / Sat/Sun nights. A few locals having a beer at sunset on Sat night, and a few families and fisherman enjoying the area on Sun - but otherwise had the place all to myself. Windy & whitecaps in the AM, still & hot in the afternoon.
TravelerNice and easy to pull into and close to city. Lake is less than 200’ from rv spot. Could use more maintenance and some trash around.
GuideWe thought this was ok for RV's, but there are only 1 or 2 places to park overnight, but you can tent on the grass in many places. There are other free areas on the lake that you can park RV's for free. These are public use lands right on the lake where you can stay overnight for free.
ScoutHeading west. Booked online. Clean and neat. Friendly host. Reasonable price. Just off I20. Businesses Including Walmart just around the corner.
RangerBeautiful park, staff were extremely welcoming and friendly. Lots of activities (there was a Scorpion hunt our first night - where they meet and use a black light to seek out the little monsters - but my son informed me that was a hard pass. All the same, a cool activity that I would have enjoyed had I been alone (or with less of a fuddy duddy).
Only complaint is the width of the campsite. I don’t know that all were as narrow as ours, but site 20 is a really tight squeeze. Went off the side a couple of times trying to get in. With that narrow width, I was forced to park in overflow parking because with the length of my rig I wasn’t able to fit both truck and trailer on concrete and remain out of the road.
Nice trails for hiking and the Canadian Geese were a true gem for me - something nice about waking up to hear them in the morning (sounds odd, but I found it relaxing. Besides, the are absolutely gorgeous.
Trails are well maintained and very nice, we mostly did the Lakeview Trail, but it was a great hike, not too strenuous but with great views of the lake.
GuideLate in the day we stopped at Lake Mineral Wells State Park, TX. We weren't sure where to go as the gate was unmanned at our arrival. We missed the turn to the campground, but a friendly and helpful Texas State Park Officer directed us how to get there. He helped us with how to make payment as well.
The campground was beautiful. It was quiet, the bathrooms were clean, and the lake was serene. There are at least 3 campgrounds, including shelters, equestrian, a loop for tenters, and a loop for larger rigs. We stayed in the Plateau loop. Even though we only stayed one night, I would go back.
RangerI came in on a Monday after making my online reservations for several days in early January. The office was closed midday, but I ran into a woman who said the camp host was deer hunting.. There were lots of empty sites so I pulled into one of several with a great view of the lake and power station. There was goose shit everywhere. Rain and snow was predicted. The ground looked solid, but certainly could use some more gravel and leveling. Eventually, I got an email that I should move to another site where it would be dryer. That site did not have the height clearance my rig needed so I stayed where I was, I stayed through the shit storm and left after a week. It was very quiet with very little traffic.
Camping near South Bend, Texas, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and outdoor activities. Whether you're looking to pitch a tent or park your RV, there are several campgrounds that cater to different needs.
Camping around South Bend, TX, offers a variety of experiences, from serene lakeside views to exciting outdoor activities. Whether you're a family looking for fun or an RV enthusiast seeking comfort, there's something for everyone in this beautiful part of Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near South Bend, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, South Bend, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 62 campgrounds and RV parks near South Bend, TX and 3 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near South Bend, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near South Bend, TX is Possum Kingdom State Park Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 23 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near South Bend, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 3 free dispersed camping spots near South Bend, TX.
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