RV camping near Temple, Texas offers several options within a 30-mile radius. The area sits in central Texas hill country with summer temperatures often exceeding 95°F from June through September. Winter camping remains popular with overnight lows rarely dropping below freezing, making it suitable for year-round stays without winterization concerns in most cases.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: At Flat Creek RV Resort, guests can enjoy both creek and lake fishing in a countryside setting. "Bring your fishing poles! This park has a variety of fish in the stocked pond perfect for a relaxing day at the park," notes Crystal C., who appreciated the free wifi throughout the property.
Explore historic Salado: Located just 10 minutes from Temple, Salado offers boutique shopping and dining options. "This small little park has been very peaceful so far. The people are wonderful and it's very pet friendly," writes Meldyn B. about Tranquil Gardens RV Park, which provides a convenient base for exploring the area.
Visit Magnolia Market: Many RVers use Temple as a base for day trips to Waco attractions. "Quick drive over to see the silos downtown (around 10 minutes I think) and get a croissant at Magnolia Bakery," shares Molly S., who found Flat Creek RV Resort ideal for accessing Waco while maintaining a country atmosphere.
What campers like
Shade coverage: North Crest RV Park in nearby Waco features mature trees that provide natural cooling during hot Texas summers. "The well kept grounds provided natural shade to keep our camper cool," reports Deanna C., who stayed during a summer heat wave and appreciated the temperature difference.
Community atmosphere: Regular campfire gatherings foster connections between guests at some parks. According to Meldyn B., Salado Sky RV Park hosts offer "campfires regularly which was super fun! Many of the people there have become our friends."
Clean facilities: Many campers highlight the bathroom cleanliness as a standout feature. "The bathhouse is exceptionally clean. The camper pads are level," writes Karan W. about North Crest RV Park, while George L. notes that at Flat Creek, "Bathhouse is clean and pretty new but there is one each Mens and women's bathroom and shower for a long thin park."
What you should know
Site spacing varies significantly: Some parks offer generous spacing between sites, while others position rigs much closer. Matt O. from Belton RV Park noted "small spaces felt like I was staying on top of my neighbors," contrasting with North Crest where campers appreciate "nice wide slips. Nice not to be within 5 feet from your neighbor."
RV size restrictions: Not all parks accommodate larger rigs. Basin RV Resort Temple has 108 sites with water and electric hookups but cannot handle big rigs, while Flat Creek RV Resort specifically advertises pull-through sites for larger vehicles.
Tent camping limitations: Many parks restrict or prohibit tent camping entirely. "Around Salado there is not a lot of opportunity to be close to the historic areas and have tent camping... it does not accept tent campers at all!" reports Crystal C. about Tranquil Gardens RV Park.
Internet connectivity: Wifi quality varies by location. Flat Creek offers free wifi that visitors report is "pretty decent from all areas of the park," though no similar amenity is mentioned for many other area parks.
Tips for camping with families
Pool access: Berry Springs RV Park near Georgetown provides convenient access to swimming facilities, with Todd B. noting they "really enjoyed the cleanliness and convenience" during stays with their 26-ft travel trailer.
Dog-friendly amenities: Belton RV Park features dedicated pet areas. "The pool and dog park are excellent additions and I really enjoyed that!" mentions Alicia F., highlighting facilities that accommodate the whole family including pets.
Bathroom accessibility: Consider the distance to facilities when booking with children. At Flat Creek RV Resort, one camper noted "From our site to the bathhouse was 3 tenths of a mile," which could be challenging for families with young children, especially at night.
Historical learning opportunities: Some parks offer educational value for children. Downtown Texas RV Park sits on a historic Spanish mission site. Mark S. explains, "There's a neat story about the garrison commander killing one of the Priests in a feud over an affair. There are historical markers that speak to the history in the area."
Tips from RVers
Level site preparation: Many RV sites in the area require some adjustment. Molly S. notes, "It is a gravel site, so we did have to do some leveling when we got there," which is typical for many parks around Temple.
Electrical reliability: Power fluctuations can occur at some parks. Texas Station RV Park 2 in Gatesville offers covered sites which Debbie J. found "great for shade on this 95 degree day," with level sites and full hookups including cable and free WiFi for $15 with Passport America discount.
Reservation timing: Winter remains a busy season as snowbirds migrate to central Texas. Cris C. paid "$20 with Passport America" at Berry Springs RV Park, indicating discount camping clubs can provide substantial savings for travelers in the area.
Overnight positioning: For one-night stays, some parks offer convenient pull-through options. Tom H. appreciated at North Crest RV Park that "sites are level, wide, and even shaded. We arrived around 9pm and departed 10 hours later - so level we didn't even have to unhook."
