3 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Lake Houston Wilderness Park welcomes pets at its campground facilities across all accommodation types including RV sites, cabins, and glamping options. The park spans a large wooded area with numerous trails for hiking with dogs, making it popular among pet owners seeking outdoor recreation. Pets must remain leashed throughout the campground and on trails. Located near New Caney, the park provides clean restrooms, showers, and drinking water – essentials for campers traveling with animals. Several reviewers note the park feels secluded despite being just a short drive from Houston, creating a wilderness experience without traveling far. The park strictly enforces quiet hours which helps prevent excessive barking disturbances. Camping photos and user guides for Splendora, Texas are available on The Dyrt.
Lone Star Lakes RV Park and Forest Retreat RV Park both accommodate pets with spacious sites that provide ample room for dog walking. The concrete pads at Forest Retreat offer level surfaces ideal for RV setups with pets. Both parks maintain well-kept grounds with trash disposal facilities convenient for pet waste management. Nearby Double Lake Recreation Area in Coldspring permits leashed pets on its trails and campsites. When camping with dogs in this region, owners should be prepared for wildlife encounters, particularly snakes which several visitors have reported seeing in the area. The summer heat requires special consideration for pets – early morning or evening walks are recommended during hot months. The parks' proximity to nearby towns provides access to veterinary services if needed during longer stays.
"This park is just a short drive from Houston yet feels like you are in the middle of nowhere."
"Love the trails. My favorite is the trail that leads you to Lake Isabella. It can only be reached by hiking to it. Very peaceful. We have camped at LHWP and love it. Clean restrooms are a plus."
from $7 - $150 / night
"Enjoyed watching all of the ducks, and walking around the pond. The central game room, Pool, Air hockey, and board games. The campground is also festive with home-style holiday decorations."
"I had every intention to pay on my drive out, but this seemed like an odd idea to her to stop on the way out. Prices were a bit high for the area, wifi good."
"Ive been living here off and on for the past 10 years or so were under new management cali has done alot to improve this park she had the pool remodeled added a dog park she is affordable fixes anything"
"They have easy pull through spots (you choose your location) and the site is clean and quiet. 10 minutes away is a town you can get groceries and eat out at restaurants."
"Good dog park and plenty of activities available. I walk the dog a lot and run and road around the grounds needs to be repaved, lots of pot holes and uneven areas."
"We love the lake. We haven’t even used the pool or facilities because of Covid but we still love it here. Everyone complains of the roads but nothing different than the state parks we use."
"Double Lake Recreation Area is located in the Sam Houston National Forest. We stayed at a primitive site with water and bathrooms conveniently located nearby. Most of the campers were quiet here."
"There is so much to do there, plus the longest foot trail in Texas (Lone Star trail) resides here."
Available next weekend
from $7 - $140 / night
"They have an indoor and an outdoor hot tub that overlooks the lake. We had so much fun.
It was surprisingly affordable as well.
We will definitely return."
from $30 - $40 / night
"Easy access to the interstate. Across the street from a water park and next to a go kart race track."
from $65 - $75 / night
TravelerWell maintained. Laundry facilities are clean. Pool and hot tub were open and clean. Nice pond to walk around. Cabins offered for those wanting to glamp. Offer both gravel and shaded spots as well as concrete and full sun spots. Close to services in town and convenient to resupply. Unfortunately, ants were abundant and took over the trailer. Was a struggle trying to get them under control with bait traps.
ScoutThe facilities are new and very nice. Study the website before booking to see if it’s what you are looking for. They do not allow refunds. Not much more than a parking lot with pools, showers, laundry, and access to a nearby walking trail. No grass or trees. But for what it is, it’s first class. Secure.
ScoutThe campsites have a lot of space & are surrounded by woods. The concrete sites are level and offset from the next site (one on one side of loop, next site on other side of loop), which allows for more space & privacy (stayed in #006). I had full hookups (water, electric & sewer) at $25/night (Disabled Vet rate). It was very peaceful & quiet, except for some work that needed to be done nearby.
TravelerWe spent the month of May 2026. Everything was great, we were in site #166 in the back of the campground. The neighbors around us were all polite and friendly. The pool & hot tub was nice and clean. My wife liked the laundry facilty. I liked they have a free dog wash station. They have a stocked catch & release pond which has bass, catfish and bluegill. The campground was close to local stores. We enjoyed it so much were going back for the cold winter months.
ScoutBethy Creek is an amazing resort and camp sight! We love going out here and spending the weekends. Have been going for the last 10 years and we plan on bringing our kids here as they get older.
TravelerGreat small FHU campground two loops about 20 sites in each loop. Well spaced nice trees. Bathrooms clean with hot showers.
ScoutThe RV camp is safe, accommodating, and very affordable.
GuideI'd never heard of the Trinity River Authority before. It's not a name that jumps out when one thinks of camping. But in Texas, perhaps it should be. The private company built dams and reservoirs all over the state and funds their operations through water sales and permit use.
Lake Livingston is one such project, the 3rd largest lake in Texas and the largest one constructed for drinking water. The company is clearly very serious about maintaining beautiful and professionally run grounds. The sites are generally well-monitored, spaced nicely, and situated with great water views if you choose one in that area (see my map photo). The park does not allow day use in camping areas nor day entry at all on weekends, keeping the entire park reserved for paid RV guests.
I grew up around Lake Grapevine, another TRA project though I didn't know it as a kid. But I've never woken up to find a sunrise over a lake right outside my bedroom window. That's pretty special.
Like another reviewer mentioned, I did see a dog running loose and investigating people's campgrounds.
If you're in Texas and want peace, quiet, total darkness (there are no lights of any kind in the camping area), and lower temps than Houston, come check out Wolf Creek Park.
ScoutI do not recommend staying here. I was bothered by park manager repeatedly. When I stayed here manager was nosy. He only cares about his reputation and how his park looks, he does not like kids and sent out messages to the people staying here recommending them to call Child Protective services if they see any kids playing outside. Bathrooms were frequently dirty, especially on Saturday and Sunday. I am never staying here again. I stayed with my wife and four children. This park is NOT family friendly. We would get mass text messages detailing various different authorities to call to complain about things as simple as children playing outside. The policing by the manager and Clear Lake Shores/Kemah was very excessive. Police would stop at people's homes at midnight to ask for directions to calls where guests should not be bothered by police absent involvement in the call. I saw this happen multiple times. A friend of mine who used to stay out in the park alleged she was assaulted and reported it and retaliation/harassment twice. The manager did not want to assist her by making the man leave or provide video evidence to have the man prosecuted for making it appear he was going to ram her ebike coming up the driveway. There is a convicted sex offender in the park. There were recently criminals staying in the cabins on and off as they do not do background checks. I do not reside in the park anymore. Lee is only concerned about maintaining a resort-style image and his own reputation and ignored significant guest safety concerns, allowing people to be touched against their will and harassed with slurs and name calling. Someone should not be called a B or F by another guest and then that harassment is ignored by management. Management should be addressing those situations. They need to address the steel rebar and unsafe wood hand railing on the docks before some gets seriously injured by the metal rods sticking out of the shore line. A child is going to fall off that pier and there will be a lawsuit to follow if that happens. One guests was even firing a projectile weapon out of his cabin door. The person later disappeared. I observed it when I was taking trash out. The park is not lgbtq friendly. If you take concerns about someone calling you by homophobic slurs to the park manager, the park manager will not get involved or assist you in preventing further anti-gay or lesbian insults being spoken against you by other ill spirited guests. I saw this happen to someone. It was mostly Republicans and rich people passing through. Edit: after I left the manager asked another guest that is staying there where I live. The manager appears to be trying to get at me personally since I have left 2 reviews for his park staying my experience.
Lake Houston Wilderness Park is located near Splendora, Texas, approximately 30 miles northeast of Houston in a forested area with diverse terrain. The region features pine and hardwood forests with sandy soil typical of East Texas ecosystems. Seasonal rainfall averages 50 inches annually, creating occasional challenges on unpaved trails during wet weather.
Trail exploration at Double Lake Recreation Area: Visitors can access miles of well-defined hiking trails through the Sam Houston National Forest. "Miles upon miles of well-defined hiking trails. Campsites by the lake have a great view," reports Matt M. about Double Lake Recreation Area.
Fishing opportunities: Several campgrounds offer fishing access without needing to travel far. "There is a beach area for families to enjoy. The cottages look almost brand new. The campground even has a location to wash your RV or vehicle," notes Robert M. about the Thousand Trails Lake Conroe fishing amenities.
Mountain biking trails: Sam Houston National Forest offers designated mountain biking routes for various skill levels. "This is my favorite place to camp and ride the trails. Smooth and fast are the best way to describe them," shares Jeanette T. about the trail system at Double Lake Recreation Area.
Privacy between sites: Many campers appreciate secluded spaces between neighboring sites. "The campsites are huge and well kept. I believe all have full hookups. We had a lakefront site which had a private little path to the lake," explains Debbie J. about her stay at Double Lake Recreation Area.
Clean facilities: Well-maintained bathrooms and common areas rank highly in reviews. "Bathrooms were clean and stocked. We stayed during a biking event and although there were a lot of people and they had some roads taped off everyone was super friendly," mentions Emily S. about the facilities.
Large concrete pads: RV sites with level, spacious concrete pads are available at several locations. "Excellent park; large concrete level sites. Office/registration is welcoming and pleasant. Grounds/pool area are well kept; one of the cleanest park grounds I have seen as of late," reports Mindy G. about Forest Retreat RV Park.
Seasonal closures and limited office hours: Some parks have unexpected closures or limited staffing. "Well we called and called to make reservations but no answer or call back. Noticed the visitors center was closed on Tuesdays, but their sign said the front gate entry was open till 6pm Sunday through Thursday so figured a Tuesday would be safe to find the spot. Got there and the gates are locked," warns David T. about his experience.
Wildlife encounters: Snake sightings are relatively common in this region, particularly during warmer months. "Stayed here twice with scouts, both times we explored the trails and peach creek. Lots of wildlife in this park, saw many snakes in camp and on the trails," cautions Emily S. about Lake Houston Wilderness Park.
Parking restrictions at some sites: Certain campgrounds require parking away from actual campsites. "Didn't like the fact that you have to park away from your camp site and walk everything in, especially when there are 'roads' that lead to the camp sites," notes Marcy F. about her camping experience.
Kid-friendly activities: Several parks offer dedicated recreation for younger campers. "Plenty of trails, wildlife, bathrooms and good fishing. We go here a lot! It's always good fun! And very clean," shares Amanda C. about family experiences at Lake Houston Wilderness Park.
Shaded campsite selection: Summer heat makes shade essential for family comfort. "There are plenty of shady sites, which makes this a great campground for summer in Texas," recommends Debbie J. about the tree cover at Double Lake.
Swimming options for cooling off: Several dog friendly campgrounds near Splendora offer swimming access during hot months. "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. The campground has a lot of amenities such as swimming pool, lake, playgrounds, etc... that would be fantastic for a family," explains Debbie J. about Thousand Trails Lake Conroe.
Site selection strategy: Finding the right site requires some exploration at first arrival. "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," advises Debbie J. about the selection process.
Navigation challenges for larger rigs: Some parks have limited turning radius for big rigs. "I called in late and was very surprised and delighted for someone to answer. I provided details that I had a long RV plus a trailer and will need a pull through spot with full hookup. The driveways and turns are not exactly big-rig friendly as some other campsites. And yes had to do quite a non-fun maneuver to get out of there," cautions Kaitlynn B. about her experience at Lone Star Lakes RV Park.
Hook-up verification: Not all pet friendly campgrounds near Splendora offer full hookups at every site. "Beware that not all sites have full hookups," warns Karen B. about her Thanksgiving stay at Thousand Trails Lake Conroe.
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