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Cabin Camping near Sulphur Springs, TX
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Rustic cabins near Sulphur Springs provide overnight lodging options at several established campgrounds, including Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit and Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. The limited use cabins at Tyler State Park feature air conditioning, mini refrigerators, and microwaves, with queen-sized beds requiring visitors to bring their own linens and pillows. Most cabin sites include outdoor fire pits, picnic tables, and access to nearby bathroom facilities. Electrical hookups are standard in cabin areas, with some offering water access as well. "It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside. It has a queen size bed for which campers need to bring their own pillows and bed linens. The frig was super cold, and the AC worked well."
Screened shelters and cabins with bunk beds are available at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park, suitable for families or small groups. Shady Lake RV Park offers basic cabin rentals near Sulphur Springs proper, while Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni provides cabin options approximately 40 minutes south. Reservations are recommended well in advance, especially during summer months and holidays when occupancy rates are highest. Most parks allow pets in designated cabin areas, though policies vary by location. According to one visitor: "We stayed in a screened shelter at Lake Bob Sandlin SP in Nov 2020 and in a cabin with bunk beds last weekend and both sites were great. We have four kids, so space was a little tight in the cabin but we made do."
Many cabin sites require guests to bring their own bedding, pillows, and towels even when beds are provided. Concrete slabs, lantern hooks, and picnic tables are typically included with cabin rentals. Basic cleaning supplies are recommended, as tables and surfaces may need attention upon arrival. Cooking facilities vary significantly between locations - some cabins include only outdoor fire pits with cooking grates while others provide microwaves and refrigerators. Small general stores operate within Tyler State Park and Wind Point Park for essential supplies, though selection is limited primarily to firewood, ice, and basic camping necessities.
Best Cabin Campgrounds near Sulphur Springs (35)
1. Liberty Grove Campground — Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit
"We were driving through this part of Texas headed home to Oklahoma and saw the signs and needed to stop for lunch, so we decided to check this place out.This was a really beautiful park with a very nice"
"Spent an evening here recently this fall and the park didn’t disappoint. Very nice site with grill, fire pit and table surrounded by big oak trees and right on the lake. Lots of trails and fishing."
10 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $20 - $60 / night
2. Shady Lake RV Park
"This park is close to highway and great for overnight stay. The park has pull through full site hookups. The park has a pond that is the center of the entire campground."
3. Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit
"This park was beautiful. We stayed at campsite 8 in the bright star loop and it was one of the best campsites I've stayed in."
"We found the staff to be extremely friendly and helpful, the whole park was well-kept and the facilities were clean."
Check Availabilityfrom $30 - $60 / night
4. Buggy Whip Equestrian Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit
"Shady, large sites with electric and water. Large area in the middle of the campground with lovely trees and a few picnic tables. Nice equestrian/pedestrian trails."
Check Availabilityfrom $25 - $50 / night
6. North Shore Landing
"There are a number of activities available: boating, fishing (fishing pond and Lake Fork - the lake had been drained for dam repair), birding (saw my first scissor-tailed flycatcher), hunting, biking,"
"Recently spent a day and evening at this RV park. Beautiful park with everything your heart desires. Good and friendly people run the park and keep it in great shape."
7. Lake Bob Sandlin State Park Campground
"We stayed in a screened shelter at Lake Bob Sandlin SP in Nov 2020 and in a cabin with bunk beds last weekend and both sites were great."
"We loved fishing and hiking throughout the park but our kids loved the double bunks in our cabin. The campsite was great, right off the water and a well placed fire pit. We will definitely be back."
3 Sites AvailableAvailable this weekend
from $10 - $40 / night
8. Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni
"The campground in late November is about 2/3 full with plenty of space between sites. There are some seasonal campers but there’s still many more available sites and all are great."
"We we’re staying in a cabin with a plumbing issue. We were able to move to another cabin and Kevin and Chris were really helpful."
9. Tyler State Park Campground
"It being August in Texas, we rented a limited use cabin with air conditioning. It also has a mini frig and a microwave inside."
"This is kind of a homey/tourist sort of campground and park. There's kayak rentals available as well as boats. Campsites are available as well as small cabins."
Check AvailabilityCampground full this weekend
Get a text when availablefrom $18 - $60 / night
10. Wind Point Park
"Wind point park is one of my favorite parks in North texas. Inhave been going here since I was a kid. I now take my kids to this park. It still has the same family feel as always."
"We were a bit close to our neighbors so if you’re looking for a site where you’re isolated, this is not the place for you. We were on the lake so enjoyed spectacular sunsets every night."
Drive Time
- 1 hr 1 min from Dallas, TX
- 1 hr 8 min from Tyler, TX
- 1 hr 16 min from Sherman, TX
- 1 hr 19 min from Longview, TX
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Cabin Reviews near Sulphur Springs, TX
194 Reviews of 35 Sulphur Springs Campgrounds
- TTasha A.
ScoutJellystone Park™ Tyler
Horrible experience
JELLYSTONE PARK TYLER, TEXAS — 1 STAR. ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTED.
We paid for a family vacation October 16–18. Instead, we spent our time dealing with concerning cabin conditions, repeatedly relocating, and trying to get management to take us seriously.
Cabin 122 smelled musty, had an unusually soft bathroom floor, and showed visible discoloration and growth that concerned us. I photographed it.
We were moved repeatedly. No meaningful assistance was offered. Our children lost vacation time because we were busy packing and unpacking.
AND LET ME MAKE SOMETHING PERFECTLY CLEAR:
NOTHING WE RECEIVED WAS PROACTIVELY OFFERED TO MAKE OUR DISRUPTED VACATION RIGHT.
Build-A-Bear? WE requested it in exchange for a missed hayride.
Linens refund? WE requested it because of the bedding condition.
Management has referenced these things as though they somehow made up for everything else.
They did not. Stop presenting things we had to ask for as generosity.
Then there's manager Tom.
During one interaction, he demanded that I look at him while he spoke to me. I found his manner condescending and disrespectful.
He also chose to approach me to apologize while I was alone in my swimsuit at the pool, despite having other opportunities to speak with me. I was uncomfortable with that interaction.
I repeatedly raised a Build-A-Bear request without meaningful acknowledgment. When a man in our group repeated the same request, Tom immediately agreed.
I cannot speak to his intentions, but I should not have to rely on a man repeating my request to feel heard.
Women, based on my experience, I would personally avoid dealing with Tom.
Multiple members of our group also understood Tom to say that accepting a refund meant we had 30 minutes to leave the property. Management disputes that account. I stand by my recollection.
After filing a formal complaint, providing photographs, and following up, I contacted Northgate Resorts because I wanted someone ABOVE Tyler management to review our experience.
Instead, I spoke with Kyle Mohler on October 27.
He disputed my concerns and denied a refund.
THEN HE TOLD ME THEY INTEND TO USE OUR EXPERIENCE TO IMPROVE HOW EMPLOYEES HANDLE GUEST RELOCATIONS.
Excuse me?
Our experience is significant enough to warrant changing procedures, but apparently not significant enough to warrant additional compensation for the family who endured it?
When I asked for contact information for someone above him, Kyle refused, stating he didn't need to or have to provide it.
I CONTACTED CORPORATE TO GET ABOVE RESORT MANAGEMENT, NOT TO BE SENT RIGHT BACK TO IT.
I am disgusted with the way this vacation and the subsequent complaint have been handled.
This is only a summary. My original complaint contains 19 sections, and I have photographs and correspondence. I am willing to share a redacted copy privately with anyone interested.
ONE STAR. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND JELLYSTONE PARK TYLER. OUR FAMILY DESERVED BETTER.
Lane R.
TravelerTwin Lakes Resort
Sometimes the negative outweighs the positives! It isn’t about you- it is about Twin Lakes!
Mixed Thoughts: Disappointing, “Looks Nice,” and “Oh Yeah, That Part Was Good.”
Sometimes the negative outweighs the positives!
We reserved party space at Twin Lakes Tiny Home & RV Park in Mount Pleasant and rented Little House #1. The property has potential, but unfortunately our experience fell far short.
First, don’t assume Little House #1 is actually at the lake’s edge based on the professional site map. It wasn’t where we expected. Also, the office closes at 6 PM Friday, which is important when you need a key.
The people working on-site seemed nice and appeared to be trying. The bigger problems were the accommodations and lack of follow-through.
The main AC struggled to cool the house below 85+ degrees. The master bedroom AC worked, so we left that door open trying to help cool the rest of the house. The loft where some of our six kids were staying was especially hot.
Then came the insects.
The first night, our kids had ants in their beds. To their credit, someone arrived within about an hour, sprayed and changed the sheets. Unfortunately, that was basically the last maintenance assistance we received.
By the second day, the ants were back. One of us also received a nasty spider bite in the kitchen. After being away during the day, we returned to find the house even less cooled than before.
We repeatedly called the voicemail and text line seeking assistance. No response.
Before dark on the second night, we finally packed up and left.
Sunday morning, someone identifying himself as the General Manager called, apologized and said someone would contact us within a day or so to discuss the problems.
I waited a week. Nothing.
I even sent another message explaining that I write honest reviews and wanted to give management an opportunity to respond concerning our paid stay. Still nothing.
There ARE positives. The property looks nice and has potential. The party area worked for our gathering, and the staff we encountered seemed pleasant.
However, read the event agreement carefully. There are numerous circumstances where your card can be charged—someone uses a paddle boat, stays beyond the permitted time, furniture isn’t returned as required, etc. I understand rules and holding guests accountable. I simply wish we had experienced that same level of accountability when the property failed to provide what we paid for.
We paid for a weekend getaway but dealt with inadequate AC, ants in the children’s beds, a spider bite, unanswered requests for help, an early departure and a promised management follow-up that never happened.
There really is potential here, and I hope they address these issues.
Unfortunately, based on our experience, I cannot recommend staying here.
I sincerely hope your experience is different.
Arnold S.ScoutThousand Trails Lake Tawakoni
The good then some not so good
Mid-size oak trees all over, starlink internet is ok, very quiet and not crowded. Our electric power was very poor, and the roads are busted up asphalt for the most part. Forget fishing unless you have a boat. We would come again
Bryan S.GuideTyler State Park Campground
Beautiful views.
Stayed overnight and it was a great stay. Staff were friendly and the views were amazing.
- JJennifer G.Scout
Big Al's Barefoot Bay
First trip in the RV
This location is great! Directly across from a bait shop, store, restaurant and bar. Super nice staff! Definitely recommend for a relaxing getaway!
- AAndre L.Guide
Mount Pleasant KOA
Convenient Stay
We showed up around 8:00 and got the 1 tent site with no water or no electricity. It was $28 to stay here. The men’s room was locked for some reason and the interstate nearby is pretty loud. It’s a convenient and safe place to stay for the night while we drive down i20.
Alisha K.GuideMount Pleasant KOA
Clean and friendly staff
We only stayed one night at a pull-thru site but the campground was clean and we really appreciated the nice fully grassed dog park for our pups to run around.
- SSydney F.Traveler
Wind Point Park
Beautiful
Great environment & friendly staff. My only complaint is rowdy neighbors almost fist fighting drunk a site over. Children were present and foul language was being used and foul music was being played. I am young only 28 and the music was not family friendly. I have no kids but others nearby did. Other than the certain members on that site everything was great.
Guide to Sulphur Springs
Cooper Lake State Park offers cabin accommodations near Sulphur Springs, Texas at both the Doctors Creek and South Sulphur units. The cabins vary in size and amenities with sites typically nestled under oak trees. Summer temperatures often reach above 90°F, making sheltered accommodations a practical choice for visitors seeking relief from the heat.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit provides waterfront access with dedicated fishing piers. "The dock could use some updating! Great hiking trails!" notes one visitor about the Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit.
Kayaking and boating: Lake Bob Sandlin State Park features a unique kayak launch that connects to the main lake. "Kayak launch isn't easy to get to but they have provided a slide for yaks to get from the parking area to/from the launch. Once you're there though its like you're transported somewhere else and you weave your way through a winding canal to reach the lake," reports a visitor at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park.
Hiking trails: Tyler State Park maintains multiple trail systems through pine forests. "The hiking is not the greatest but it was easy enough for my toddler," mentions one camper about the trails at Tyler State Park.
What campers like
Privacy and seclusion: Cooper Lake South Sulphur Unit offers well-spaced sites. "This park was beautiful. We stayed at campsite 8 in the bright star loop and it was one of the best campsites I've stayed in. It was spacious and felt very private even though we knew there were other campsites close by," shares a camper at Bright Star Campground.
Lake views and sunsets: Wind Point Park cabins positioned along the shoreline provide water views. "We were on the lake so enjoyed spectacular sunsets every night. Lots of work is being done on the park right now," notes a visitor to Wind Point Park.
Wildlife viewing: Many cabins allow for wildlife observation directly from your accommodation. "One morning, as I was sitting drinking my coffee, four deer walked right through our site!" reports a camper at Lake Bob Sandlin State Park.
What you should know
Occupancy fluctuations: Winter months see fewer visitors at cabin facilities. "We were here in early December, so the campground wasn't very busy. We liked our site, pretty spacious with views of the water," explains a visitor to Cooper Lake State Park Doctors Creek Unit.
Site drainage issues: Some tent sites and cabin areas may flood during heavy rain. "When it rains some of the tent electrical camp sites fill with water. However, if this happens the front office is more than willing to work with you and give you a refund or switch your site," shares a camper at Wind Point Park.
Weather considerations: Summer months require planning for heat, while winter can bring freezing temperatures. "Park location is ideal, Lake is beautiful, many big trees! But temperatures down to -2 degrees below freezing for several days, several inches of snow. All park water lines froze," warns a visitor at Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some parks offer better playground facilities than others. "The playground is one of the best I've seen at the state parks we've been to!" reports a visitor to Tyler State Park.
Cabin capacity limitations: Larger families may find space constraints in standard cabins. "We have four kids, so space was a little tight in the cabin but we made do," shares a camper about their experience.
Swimming areas: Designated swimming spots provide safer water recreation for children. "The lake was perfect and had a nice beach. We were able to rent kayaks and paddle boats," notes a family that visited Tyler State Park.
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Concrete pads vary in levelness across parks. "The site pads themselves are concrete and most looked to be fairly level, but a few had a bit of slope," reports an RV camper at Bright Star Campground.
Connectivity concerns: Cell service and internet access varies significantly between parks. "AT&T coverage was pitiful, with only 1 bar of LTE service and speeds up to 0.1 MB/s. We had a clear view to the N from the side of the site, so Starlink was fine with speeds up to 16 MB/s," explains an RV camper who stayed at Bright Star Campground.
Site spacing: Some RV areas place units in close proximity. "We were a bit close to our neighbors so if you're looking for a site where you're isolated, this is not the place for you," warns an RVer about Wind Point Park.
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