RV parks near Stephenville, Texas offer year-round camping in north-central Texas, where limestone hills and oak savannah create a transitional ecosystem between the Cross Timbers region and the Hill Country. Weather ranges from summer highs above 95°F to winter lows near freezing. Cellular coverage remains consistent throughout the area with Verizon and AT&T providing the strongest signals at most campgrounds.
What to do
Visit Dinosaur World: Located directly across from Dinosaur Valley RV Park, this attraction features life-sized dinosaur replicas. "Dinosaur World is literally across the street (easily walkable) and Dinosaur Valley State Park is an easy drive," notes Tiffany H.
Explore historic Hico: Just 20 miles south of Stephenville, visit the Billy the Kid Museum. "Hico is a perfect place to stop and explore. A TX historical treasure with the Billy the Kid Museum downtown!" reports Kara I. from Rockin' K RV Park.
River access: Many parks offer direct access to the Paluxy River. "You do not have to enter DVSP to enjoy the Paluxy River. Guests of DVRVP can access the river by following a small trail at one corner of the park by the entrance of DVSP. Our family spent a whole day in the river a minute walk from our camper," shares Jim H.
What campers like
Equestrian facilities: Horse owners appreciate dedicated facilities at certain parks. "If you have horses this is the place for you if you are transiting through North Central Texas. Nice sites with full hookups. Pastoral setting. Smells like sweet country air," reports Sallie H. about 4C's Rodeo Ranch RV Park, which features 52 sites designed for those traveling with horses.
Proximity to attractions: RV parks strategically located near popular destinations save driving time. "This is a down home friendly place within minutes of anything you need in Stephenville, Texas," mentions Bill B. about Green Deer RV Park.
Family amenities: Many parks cater specifically to families with children. "This campground is very family oriented, playgrounds, a 'real' fort, teepee, basketball court, hiking trails, and a huge family pool. There's also a grown up only pool with a hot tub!" explains Cat R.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: During peak seasons, securing spots requires planning. "We wanted to add an additional day. We called and left a message. Moments later we received a return phone call. We were placed on a wait list. A few hours later we received another phone call let us know they were able to add an additional day to our visit," shares Jim H.
Site spacing varies: Some parks feature spacious sites while others place RVs closer together. "Typical RV park, tight spaces, minimal privacy," notes Michel K. about Off The Vine RV Park in Hico.
Pet policies: Most parks welcome pets but may have restrictions. "We would love to bring all three of our dogs. One is tiny and is an incident dog," mentions Jim H. about the two-pet limit at Dinosaur Valley RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Kids activities: Some parks organize regular programming for children. "DVRVP staff hosts several family friendly activities for guests throughout the day, everyday," states Jim H.
Animal encounters: Look for parks with farm animals. "My kids got to feed the mini goats and mini donkey - very fun at Tiny Town at GSD Ranch," shares Kara I. from Rockin' K RV Park.
Water features: During hot Texas summers, pools provide welcome relief. "They have separate adult and kids pools + a pretty good playground with great umbrellas for shade at the kids pool, plus a nice little water feature that the kids loved," reports Tiffany H.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: For larger rigs, confirm measurements before booking. "This is a new campground and very nice. All sites are pull thru (approx 80') with a lot of space between spaces," notes Bill B. about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.
Park location considerations: Some parks offer in-town convenience while others provide rural experiences. "Beautiful rv park. Not the kind of place you would want to stay if you're looking to get away from it all as it's right in town, but super convenient if your looking for a place to stop for a night or two in a park that's safe and well maintained," explains Mesha P. about Lost Creek RV Park.
Meeting spaces: RVers traveling in groups should note available gathering areas. "This is a nice RV park with a meeting room and works very well for Chapter meetings," reports Charley K. about Coffee Creek RV Resort.
