19 campgrounds with availability next weekend
Campgrounds near Valley View, Texas range from state park tent sites and cabin accommodations to privately owned RV resorts with full hookups. Ray Roberts Lake State Park features two units - Johnson Branch and Isle du Bois - with Johnson Branch located within Valley View city limits. These campgrounds provide options for tent camping, RV sites with hookups, and even cabin accommodations. Lake Point RV Resort and Lone Oak RV Park supplement the camping landscape with additional developed sites for recreational vehicles.
Road access to most campgrounds is well-maintained with concrete pads available at many sites. Summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F, making water access particularly valuable. Most developed campgrounds require advance reservations, especially during peak seasons. "We stayed at site 136 in dogwood canyon, and it was lovely. Next time I'd stay at 137 for a bit more isolation, as you could see the boardwalk from our campsite as the area is sparsely wooded," noted one camper at Johnson Branch. Ray Roberts Lake State Park charges approximately $25 per night for standard electric sites, while private RV parks typically have higher rates but offer additional amenities like showers, full hookups, and camp stores.
Waterfront campsites near Valley View consistently receive positive reviews, with several campgrounds offering direct lake access. The Johnson Branch unit features both waterfront and wooded sites, with varied levels of shade and privacy. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "The site was actually pretty nice. It had the most trees over the sites around us, to give us an 'in the woods' feel." Primitive tent sites are available in certain areas, though amenities are limited. Many RV resorts maintain clean facilities with showers and restrooms. Fishing opportunities abound on Ray Roberts Lake, with bank fishing available without a license within state park boundaries. Several campgrounds also feature hiking trails, playgrounds, and swimming areas, though visitors note that water shoes are recommended due to zebra mussels in the lake.
"In the hot month of July 2020 I loaded up Little Red and headed out to spend several days camping at the Isle Du Bois Unit of Ray Roberts Lake."
"68 year-old solo camper getting ready to travel around the country, car/tent camping primarily."
Available next weekend
from $15 - $60 / night
"One of the more expensive Texas state parks. Standard electric at 25/night. Large bathrooms and lots of trash bins. Actual pay phones (who knew those still existed?)"
"Couldn't see the parking lot due to brush, but it was a very short walk and that was nice."
Available next weekend
from $15 - $60 / night
"It is directly behind the McClain's in Sanger. Our site was a full service, pull through, partially shaded site that was reserved by the dealership for new owners."
"I cannot speak highly enough of Lake Point RV Resort. We stayed for nearly a year, and moved out to pursue some amazing opportunities."
from $45 - $55 / night
"solitaire](https://solitaireio.com) Peaceful lakeside camping spot for a quiet getaway. The site felt calm and spacious, and it was great for relaxing and fishing by the lake."
"For starters it is reserved on Hipcamp search 4G Ranch at Lake Tipps, it’s in Cooke County, TX. This isn’t a place you can hook up water and power. They do have a well that services all of the sites."
"The grounds are very well kept and decorated with Texas charm. The office is well lit with bistro lights after dark, for late arrivals."
"There isn’t much shade as it is located adjacent to the casino grounds or on the casino grounds. Has a nice pool and many amenities. We ate in the casino both nights at Toby Keith’s. I Love this bar."
"Just near the entrance(1/4 mile) is a Sonic, which was very convenient during Covid days."
from $30 - $50 / night
"Location: The location is tucked away in the small lakeside town of Hickory Creek...which is surrounded by Denton to the north and Lewisville/Dallas to the south."
"I like this COE campground because conveniently located near where I live, and if I’m lucky I can snag a site with trees and lake access."
Available next weekend
from $14 - $30 / night
"They also were doing drive in concerts while we were there!"
"The campground is on the water at lake Ray Roberts Marina."
GuideThe KOA is clean and well maintained. There is lits of space for the pull throughs. Dog park is amazing, host are friendly and kind. They are very welcoming and the store is small, but clean with a little bit of everything for everyone! We will definitely be back!
TravelerSuper easy in and out. Pretty much every amenity that you would want at a very modern campground.
TravelerDisappointing and unnecessarily confrontational experience.
I booked and paid for a campsite at The Vineyards in my self-contained Sprinter camper van. I checked in without issue and had already spent one night there when the park manager, Lisa, approached me while I was relaxing inside my van to inform me that my vehicle was not welcome.
She stated that the city requires RVs to have hookups and be commercially manufactured. However, the campground’s published policies explicitly allow management to approve converted camper vans (and I am fully self-contained). It also allows for truck campers, which I suppose theoretically could have sewer hookups, but I assure you my custom converted Sprinter is more aesthetic than a truck camper, if that was her concern (no offense to my truck camper friends).
I also could not find the city ordinance she was referring to.
I understand that campgrounds have rules and that management has discretion to enforce them. What I don’t understand is why my reservation was accepted, why I was allowed to stay overnight, or why the situation needed to be handled so confrontationally.
When I offered to leave if they would refund my unused second night, Lisa told me it was too late for a refund and that I might as well stay.
So apparently my van was prohibited until refunding my money became the alternative.
I wasn’t causing a disturbance, requesting special accommodations, or asking to use facilities I hadn’t paid for. I was simply enjoying a campsite I’d reserved and paid for.
The campground itself is lovely, which makes the experience even more disappointing. A straightforward, respectful conversation about their policies would have been entirely reasonable. Instead, I was made to feel unwelcome at a place where I was already a paying guest.
If you’re traveling in a self-contained converted camper van, I’d strongly recommend getting written approval before booking, regardless of whether your reservation is accepted. And given that I am now reading other complaints of the staff being rude, I might avoid this spot altogether.
TravelerRed River RV Resort (Deluxe) in Thackerville OK is a hot mess to be polite. The entire campground is covered with goathead sand burrs. It's impossible to go outside and enjoy any part of the campground. If you do go out you have to be very careful not to bring any of the sand burrs into the camper. The property owner / management knows of the campground issues but they're not doing anything to fix the issues. The pool and hot tub are disgusting, both have green slimy water with leaves, dirt and whatever else blew into it. The community room is locked and you have to ask at the office to get access. The community room has multiple TV's but none if them turn on so whats point in having them. On the good side it has two nice pool tables so its has some purpose. The gym area is packed with equipment but looks more like a storage locker than a gym.The campground has a good laundry room and okay WIFI. The showers are okay, older facilty but it all works. It has a fenced dog park but again It's covered with sand burrs so its unuseable. There's several empty/abandonded campers through out the campground. We went down the street to the local public park, sadly the park is unuseable as well due to the sand burrs being everywhere. It appears sand burrs are a bigger issue in the area and just not only at the campground. The campsites have full hook ups, some of the sewer hose tubes have caps while others don't. The neighboring campsite sewer connection didnt have a sewer cap and it has a huge wolf spider living in it.... we had planned to stay the full 14 days but leaving early due to the 8 billion sand burrs. Our dog is unable to walk in the grass, dirt, pavement without a paw full of sand burrs. I'm very disappointed C2C thinks this is a deluxe campground, I would be embarrassed to be in any way connected to it. There's other campgrounds in the area that have similar nightly cost ($40 - $50) if I was to pay outside of the C2C members rate with useable grass yards, clean useable swimming pools and community rooms. This could be an amazing campground if someone would fix the issues. As it stands now I would avoid this campground at all costs.
ScoutWe had a great time here. Lots of shade, privacy and great view of lake
GuideFolks want different things out of campsites. For me, it's scenic beauty, quiet for work and mental health, and nice places to take my dog. This checks all the boxes!
None of my reviews will be useful for amenities or activities because I just don't use them. I can't tell you about bathrooms, fishing, etc. I can tell you the water is very soft and feels slick or soapy even after you rinse. I have onboard reverse osmosis and wouldn't recommend drinking city water anywhere in Texas. There's too much oil production here and gas and chemicals are all over.
The staff at the gate were pleasant and said, "You must be David," when I pulled in, which was very nice and made it easy and welcoming.
Texas has many undiscovered and wonderful public lands, whether you're really camping or just working remote, watching the deer, or seeing the sunrise over a lake from your bedroom window. Get out here and come see them!
LegendGot here after Labor day weekend and mostly all to ourselves.
ScoutThis is a great campground. Power was good, att service is good and the grounds are very clean. The only downside is no full hookups and the dump station is outside of the gate which they lock at 10pm and don't open again until 10am. So no getting back in while locked and you can't dump except when there are lines.
TravelerGreat roads. You hit some well maintained gravel coming into the campsite and the sites are pretty well spaced. Only note
Camping opportunities near Valley View, Texas provide access to Ray Roberts Lake with 29,000 acres of water and surrounding woodland habitats. Summer temperatures often reach 100°F with high humidity, while winter nights can drop below freezing. Most campgrounds require reservations year-round due to proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, making advance planning essential.
Fishing at Lake Point RV Resort: Located directly on the water, Lake Point offers bank fishing opportunities with nearby boat launches for deeper water access. "We recently stayed at another park, and our breaker kept tripping every 5-10 minutes all night long. We could not even keep either of our ACs on at all in the summer in Texas!" reported one camper who appreciated returning to Lake Point RV Resort for reliable utilities.
Primitive camping at Wild Plum area: For a more secluded experience away from RVs, consider the primitive sites at Isle du Bois. "I stayed at the Wild Plum (primitive) camping area with my son in early spring. The trail path to the campsites is further than indicated or implied on the website, which isn't a problem if you're packed light," notes Christopher L. at Ray Roberts Lake State Park Isle du Bois.
Hiking at Hickory Creek: The trail system at Hickory Creek offers both paved and natural paths suitable for all skill levels. "The primitive locations offer a great way to dip your toes into the world of backpacking," explains Matt S. about the park's varied terrain and accessibility from the Dallas area.
Wildlife viewing opportunities: The natural areas around Valley View attract diverse wildlife. "A very nice state park, about an hour northwest of Dallas. Lots of hiking and biking trails, with clean restrooms! Deer will approach your campsite and you're likely to see all kinds of wildlife," reports Tony C. about camping at Isle du Bois.
Winter camping solitude: Off-season camping offers quieter experiences with fewer crowds. "There are few campers here in December. Restrooms were clean. Campsites, large and private," notes Eric R. about winter camping at Hickory Creek - Lewisville Lake, where lakeside sites remain accessible year-round.
Short-term getaways: The Valley View area serves as an accessible retreat from DFW. "Hickory Creek Park is one of our favorite campgrounds that we visited in 2021 so far. The location of this campground feels secluded from the city but close to the highway so you can be in the city within a few minutes drive," states UnnamedAdventures.
Flood risk at certain sites: Lake levels fluctuate significantly throughout the year. "We went last weekend, water is high, some areas for RV flooded out. Great place to go," warns Augustin T. about conditions at Isle du Bois that can affect site availability.
Walk-in distance for primitive sites: Some primitive sites require longer walks than expected. "The hike isn't far so multiple trips to the car are possible. The primitive locations offer a great way to dip your toes into the world of backpacking," explains Matt S. about Johnson Branch Campsites.
Lakeshore hazards: The lake shoreline presents some challenges for barefoot visitors. "Nice place and a beautiful scenic drive. Good place to hike and swim, sites are decent and give a fair amount of space in between. Bring shoes though! Lots of little prickers in the grass down by the lake," advises reviewer K7.
Site selection for privacy: Choose sites with natural buffers between camping areas. "The site was actually pretty nice. It had the most trees over the sites around us, to give us an 'in the woods' feel. One thing wasn't great about the site was that the fire ring is pretty close to the street," explains Chris H. about selecting family-friendly spots at Johnson Branch.
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer playground facilities for children. "The other nice thing from our site, was that we were about 1/4 mile from a little playground for the kids. The playground wasn't anything grand, but it broke up the days for the kids some, which as all parents know is a gift," notes a parent camping at Johnson Branch.
Swimming options: 4G Ranch at Tipps Lake offers a less crowded alternative for family swimming. "This is definitely a place you go to disconnect and relax. Fun to walk down to the lake and fish," shares Ryan G., highlighting the ranch's appeal for families seeking quieter water access.
Site leveling considerations: RV sites vary significantly in levelness across campgrounds. "Wide roads and cement pads. Large pavilion next to outdoor basketball court and playground. Good water pressure and multiple sewage hookups per pad," reports James R. about Winstar RV Park, highlighting the convenience of paved sites.
Dump station planning: Not all campgrounds offer full hookups at each site. "The only 'negative' I found is that the sewage hook up is not at the actual site. There are dump stations in different places. It was a bit nerve wrecking to use the dump station while people waited behind me as it is my very first time doing this," shares Luis about Hickory Creek's facilities.
Utility reliability: Summer heat makes consistent electrical service crucial. "This place is one of those campgrounds I've stayed out across the country. Free WiFi is 10-15 megs fast. Can't beat 40 per night rate on weekends and 30 during week," notes Mark B. about the reliable connections at Winstar RV Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
What camping is available near Valley View, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, Valley View, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 248 campgrounds and RV parks near Valley View, TX and 8 free dispersed camping spots.
Which is the most popular campground near Valley View, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Valley View, TX is Isle du Bois Campsites — Ray Roberts Lake State Park with a 4.7-star rating from 38 reviews.
Where can I find free dispersed camping near Valley View, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 8 free dispersed camping spots near Valley View, TX.
What parks are near Valley View, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 18 parks near Valley View, TX that allow camping, notably Caddo National Grassland and Lewisville Lake.
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