Best Glamping near Waco Lake in Texas

Do you enjoy camping but don't want to rough it? Glamping is a great option. Glamping is not only a fun alternative to traditional tent camping, but also allows you to pack more or less gear as you see fit. The Dyrt's camping photos, reviews, and tips are an easy way to find the right Texas glamping spot for you.

Best Glamping Sites Near Waco Lake (15)

    Camper-submitted photo at Airport Park - Waco Lake near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Airport Park - Waco Lake near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Airport Park - Waco Lake near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Airport Park - Waco Lake near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Airport Park - Waco Lake near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Airport Park - Waco Lake near Waco, TX

    1. Airport Park - Waco Lake

    16 Reviews
    47 Photos
    61 Saves
    Waco, Texas

    Overview

    The year-round campground at Airport Park is perfectly located between Waco Lake and the Waco Airport. Campers can look south and view the pristine waters of the lake, or look north and watch airplanes take off and land.

    Recreation

    The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish. A boat ramp and dock help visitors enjoy the lake.

    Natural Features

    Airport Park is on the northern banks of Waco Lake, near the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.

    Contact Info

    For local information, please call (254) 756-5359 or call (877) 444-6777 for general information.

    Nearby Attractions

    Airport Park is located within the City of Waco and is 10 miles from Magnolia Market. About 15 min from Airport Park, Waco Lake Wetlands offers educational tours that take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds. Cameron Park Zoo is also located nearby.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $200 / night

    Napunani's photo of glamping accommodations at Lake Whitney State Park Campground near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Whitney State Park Campground near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Whitney State Park Campground near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Whitney State Park Campground near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Whitney State Park Campground near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Lake Whitney State Park Campground near Whitney, TX

    2. Lake Whitney State Park Campground

    25 Reviews
    50 Photos
    83 Saves
    Whitney, Texas

    This recreation area is part of Whitney Lake

    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    • Cabins
    • Standard (Tent/RV)
    Camper-submitted photo at Meridian State Park Campground near Meridian, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Meridian State Park Campground near Meridian, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Meridian State Park Campground near Meridian, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Meridian State Park Campground near Meridian, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Meridian State Park Campground near Meridian, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Meridian State Park Campground near Meridian, TX

    3. Meridian State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    90 Photos
    88 Saves
    Meridian, Texas
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Blue Sky I-35 RV Park near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Blue Sky I-35 RV Park near Waco, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Blue Sky I-35 RV Park near Waco, TX

    4. Blue Sky I-35 RV Park

    7 Reviews
    2 Photos
    5 Saves
    Waco, Texas

    Come stay at the largest full-service RV Park in Waco, TX! We offer 250 affordable full hook-up RV sites, swimming, fishing, free WiFi, and a long list of fabulous facilities. You have to try our Texas-Size Big Howdy Breakfast, made-to-order! Ideal for long-term stays and family vacations, this park is convenient too!

    • Located 11 miles to Magnolia and downtown
    • Only 1.5 miles to McLane Stadium
    • Stop by our clubhouse for recommendations of places to go or things to see - We're happy to help!
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $55 - $59 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Cedar Ridge (TX) near Temple, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Cedar Ridge (TX) near Temple, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Cedar Ridge (TX) near Temple, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Cedar Ridge (TX) near Temple, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Cedar Ridge (TX) near Temple, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Cedar Ridge (TX) near Temple, TX

    5. Cedar Ridge (TX)

    10 Reviews
    20 Photos
    66 Saves
    Temple, Texas

    Overview

    Cedar Ridge Park Campground is located at Belton Lake, which provides some of the best fishing, camping and boating in Central Texas. This year-round campground accommodates both tents and RVs and has several sites with screened shelters for those who do not have camping equipment. The facility provides many amenities, including hot showers and group picnic areas . A concession marina within the park offers fuel and basic convenience store items, as well as a seasonal restaurant.Belton Lake was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the construction of Belton Dam in 1954. The 12,300-acre lake is located on the Leon River, just upstream of the confluence of the Leon River and the Little River.

    Recreation

    With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities, and there is no shortage of family activities at Cedar Ridge. The facility has two multi-lane boat ramps with courtesy loading docks, a large lighted fishing dock, a designated family swimming beach, a playground, basketball court and hiking trails. Hawks, Great blue herons, ducks, geese, many species of songbirds, bobwhite quail, Rio Grande turkey and even an occasional bald eagle visit the lake area, yielding year-round opportunities for birders.

    Natural Features

    The campground is partially forested with a mix of sun and shade. It lies on the shores of Belton Lake and Cedar Creek, with its scenic white limestone bluffs. Some of the campsites are directly on the shore, while others are a short walk away. The springtime brings an abundance of wildflowers that blanket areas of the park. Deer, turkey and other small game are commonly seen, and a man-made wetland on the opposite side of the lake provides an additional 25 acres of wildlife habitat in the area.

    Nearby Attractions

    Belton Lake is located adjacent to the Fort Hood Army Base, which has several points of interest for the military buff. The mural painted on the spillway wall of Belton Dam depicts the history of the Bell County area.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (254) 742-3050.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $20 - $200 / night

    Camper-submitted photo at Live Oak Ridge near Belton, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Live Oak Ridge near Belton, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Live Oak Ridge near Belton, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Live Oak Ridge near Belton, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Live Oak Ridge near Belton, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Live Oak Ridge near Belton, TX

    6. Live Oak Ridge

    10 Reviews
    28 Photos
    74 Saves
    Belton, Texas

    Overview

    Live Oak Ridge Campground is located at Belton Lake, which provides some of the best fishing, camping and boating in Central Texas. This year-round campground accommodates both tents and RVs and has many amenities, such as a playground, showers, and a group meeting area.Belton Lake was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the construction of Belton Dam in 1954. The 12,300-acre lake is located on the Leon River, just upstream of the confluence of the Leon River and the Little River.

    Recreation

    With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities, including camping, water recreation, picnicking and nature trails. The facility has a multi-lane boat ramp, and hiking trails are available adjacent to the park at Miller Springs Nature Area. Hawks, great blue herons, ducks, geese, many species of songbirds, bobwhite quail, Rio Grande turkey and even an occasional bald eagle visit the lake area, offering year-round opportunities for birders.

    Natural Features

    Live Oak Ridge lives up to its name, with many large oak trees, a pleasant atmosphere and plenty of shade. The campsites are flat and grassy, and several overlook the lake (others are only a short walk away). Springtime brings an abundance of wildflowers that blanket areas of the park. There is a man-made wetland on the lake between White Flint and Winkler Parks, providing an additional 25 acres of wildlife habitat to the lake area.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (254) 742-3050.

    Nearby Attractions

    Belton Lake is located adjacent to the Fort Hood Army Base, which has several points of interest for the military buff. The mural painted on the spillway wall of Belton Dam depicts the history of the Bell County area.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $24 - $30 / night

    The Dyrt's photo of glamping accommodations at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney near Whitney, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney near Whitney, TX

    7. Thousand Trails Lake Whitney

    8 Reviews
    46 Photos
    40 Saves
    Whitney, Texas

    Lake Whitney RV Camping Resort, located in Western Hill County, is a large RV camp in Texas. This unique property has more than 450 acres and 250 campsites, a majority of them in naturally shaded areas. The RV camp, situated in central Texas, offers three distinct camping areas to choose from. One of the more convenient areas of Lake Whitney's RV camping grounds features pull-thru spots close to the lodge and pool area.As part of this extensive RV camp in Texas, we have provided a second camping area located close to the family center complex. The third and final camping area is located between the lodge and family center areas of Lake Whitney RV Camping Resort. It's one of the most popular camping spots because of the beautiful live oak trees and easy access. Foot trails are available from any of the campsite areas and there is natural environment to hike and explore at our RV camp in Texas. With a variety of campsite choices and a great location, you're sure to enjoy the Lake Whitney RV camping property. Boat launches are located within five miles of the entrance and Lake Whitney is a wonderful sporting lake. Clear water flows into the lake from the Brazos River before continuing downstream at the dam. Come visit, relax, and get back to nature at our RV camp in Texas. New Cabins/Cottages Have Arrived!

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo at Liberty Hill Park Campground near Bardwell, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Liberty Hill Park Campground near Bardwell, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Liberty Hill Park Campground near Bardwell, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Liberty Hill Park Campground near Bardwell, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Liberty Hill Park Campground near Bardwell, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Liberty Hill Park Campground near Bardwell, TX

    8. Liberty Hill Park Campground

    14 Reviews
    20 Photos
    21 Saves
    Bardwell, Texas

    Overview

    Liberty Hill Park is located on the southern shore of Navarro Mills Lake in central Texas. Visitors can enjoy a view of the lake from the facility and participate in popular outdoor actives like camping, boating, fishing and picnicking. The lake area provides the perfect setting to get away from it all, especially for city-dwellers from the nearby Dallas-Fort Worth metro area.

    Recreation

    Birdwatching is a favorite year-round pastime for lake guests. Many species of songbirds, hawks, great blue herons, ducks, geese, other shorebirds and even an occasional bald eagle visit the area. Fishing is also popular at Navarro Mills, and the lake holds the current state record for white crappie. Fishermen come from near and far to sample some of the best crappie fishing anywhere. 2 multi-lane boat ramps, a fishing pier, and marina are available within Liberty Hill Park. There are also healthy populations of channel and yellow catfish, and hefty hybrid stripers are often caught below the dam when water is being released. Swimming is available at the designated swim beach from April 1- September 30 for day users and year round for registered campers. No lifeguard on duty and swimming is at your own risk. Life Jackets are available to borrow from the gatehouse.

    Natural Features

    Liberty Hill is also a favorite viewing area for wildflowers. The brilliant array of native flowers draws visitors from all over to the lake area during the spring. Bluebonnets, paintbrushes and a myriad of other native plants transform the often-bleak winter landscape into an incredible palette of colors. A wide variety of habitat provides a home and abundant food supply to diverse wildlife. Visitors might stumble across squirrels, rabbits, coyotes, foxes, bobcats, white-tailed deer, raccoon or armadillo.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs

    $18 - $95 / night

    VanpeDiem D.'s photo of glamping accommodations at Steele Creek Park near Whitney Lake, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park near Whitney Lake, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park near Whitney Lake, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park near Whitney Lake, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park near Whitney Lake, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Steele Creek Park near Whitney Lake, TX

    9. Steele Creek Park

    6 Reviews
    23 Photos
    102 Saves
    Whitney Lake, Texas

    This is a great primitive beach area. There is adequate parking at this ramp. This is one of the three ramps on the lake that are functional when the lake drops to 16 feet low. Steele Creek Park is a Corps of Engineering park which offers primitive camping and there are limited facilities in the Park. The park is located just south of Morgan and Lakeside Marina. It is an open access Park. There are two primary areas of the park. The first is on the river channel side of the park and is on the north side of the Steele Creek Park. This area has great camp sites on a bluff overlooking the lake. This side also has some good natural beach area below the camp sites. The southern section of the park overlooks Steele Creek itself. This is a brushy creek and while there is some swimming areas available, it is not as swim friendly as the other side. Each side of the park has a boat ramp. This is a remote park area and is patrolled on some frequency by the Sheriff’s Department. Boat launching is FREE at both ramps.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • RVs
    • Tents
    • Group
    Camper-submitted photo at Dana Peak near Harker Heights, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Dana Peak near Harker Heights, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Dana Peak near Harker Heights, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Dana Peak near Harker Heights, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Dana Peak near Harker Heights, TX
    Camper-submitted photo at Dana Peak near Harker Heights, TX

    10. Dana Peak

    13 Reviews
    9 Photos
    26 Saves
    Harker Heights, Texas

    Overview

    Dana Peak Campground is located on a peninsula on the shoreline of Stillhouse Hollow Lake in central Texas. The lake offers a wide variety of recreation opportunities, including water sports, hiking, biking, horseback riding, picnicking, large group pavilions, hunting, fishing and more. The facility is one of only two reservable campgrounds on the lake and often fills up on weekends during summer. Stillhouse Hollow Lake was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the construction of Stillhouse Hollow Dam in 1968. The 6,430-acre lake is located 16 miles upstream of the confluence of the Lampasas and Leon Rivers, which flow into the Little River.

    Recreation

    With 58 miles of shoreline, Stillhouse Hollow Lake is an often uncrowded haven for boaters and fishermen. The campground has a four-lane boat ramp, and visitors who do not have motor boats, canoes or kayaks can rent them nearby. Families can enjoy soaking up the sun, swimming at the beach or exploring the Dana Peak Trails (located just outside the main entrance to the park) by foot, bike or horseback. Birding is a favorite pastime for many visitors with hawks, Great Blue herons, ducks, geese, many species of songbirds, bobwhite quail, Rio Grande turkey and even an occasional bald eagle, yielding year-round opportunities for bird sightings.

    Natural Features

    Aside from two campgrounds and a nearby day-use park, very little of the lakeshore is developed. The edges consist of rocky beaches and sandy bluffs. Much of the lake area is forested, though the campground is mostly grassy, flat and open with little to no shade. Most campsites are right along the water's edge; others are within a short walk. The lake has noticeably clear and deep water inhabited by largemouth bass, smallmouth bass and channel catfish. A man-made wetland was constructed on the south shore of the lake, providing an additional 10 acres of wildlife habitat in the area.

    Contact Info

    This location is unstaffed. To speak with our main office for general information, please call: (254) 939-2461.

    Nearby Attractions

    Within a short drive, the Village of Salado offers golf, art galleries and shopping, among other pastimes. Chalk Ridge Falls Environmental Learning Center is below the Stillhouse Hollow Lake Dam. The center has about five miles of hiking trails, including a one-mile nature trail along the Lampasas River, a spring-fed creek, a waterfall, bridges and several wildlife viewing points. Stillhouse Hollow Lake is located near the Fort Hood Army Base, which has several points of interest for the military buff.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $20 - $120 / night

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Recent Glamping Reviews near Waco Lake

146 Reviews of 15 Waco Lake Campgrounds


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    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Sky I-35 RV Park
    Jun. 28, 2023

    Blue Sky I-35 RV Park

    Everyone should that nice!

    From the moment we spoke to them on the phone late in the afternoon, to the moment we left the next morning, these were the kindess people we have met in Texas. The facilities and grounds are clean and very fresh looking. The only issue i might mention, if it not a sacrilege to add a negative thought is that the noise from the highway does not belong there. But I sure am glad we found on the side of the highway.

  • andrew The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blue Sky I-35 RV Park
    Jan. 4, 2023

    Blue Sky I-35 RV Park

    Safe overnight

    We are headed south. I look for spots close to interstate. The park is clean, well kept and no appearance of lost long timers. The attendant put us in spot 59 across the street from the dog park. But more importantly a big open field with a walking path around it. Made our fur babies happy. I get in a hurry when we are moving again so we did not try the breakfast. I'm sure it was great. Definitely, a place to stop along Texas I-35 south of Dallas.

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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Whitney State Park Campground
    Sep. 29, 2016

    Lake Whitney State Park Campground

    Lake Whitney

    This park is a great go-to if you live in Texas – centrally located and quick to access from most major cities. It can get crowded on high weekends in the spring/fall, but there are ample campsites if you plan ahead a bit. Sites 39-46 in the Horseshoe Loop are ideal for quiet spots away from people, but if you want space along the water, Lakeview and Sunset Ridge are the best picks. There are a few short trails in the park but exploring the waterfront can't be beat!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Meridian State Park Campground
    Jun. 15, 2018

    Meridian State Park Campground

    All time favorite in the Texas State Parks!

    Meridian SP is such a hidden gem. If you’re not a fan of the Texas heat they just added one limited use cabin in addition to RV, tent and screened shelter sites. The BEST place to stay is the shelters on the lake hands down! There is also a CCC building at this park that serves as a gathering area on the lakeshore. It has several well maintained trails and the lake is good for fishing. Wildflower season here is CRAZY!

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    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Whitney State Park Campground
    Oct. 19, 2018

    Lake Whitney State Park Campground

    Come Hell or High Water We Are Camping

    We had limited weekends to take the grandkids camping. It has been raining non stop all over Texas. I began to look for places within 2 hours of Fort Worth. Texas State Parks are a great. I settled on Lake Whitney. They have these shelter sites that are awesome. For $30 per night ($10 per night more than normal e&w site) plus $5 per adult gate fee. That may not be economical for everyone, but $40 for an overnight camp was fine. The shelters are very clean and well kept. Inside is a picnic table and enough floor space for another plus some. So if your tent fails in you go. The top of walls are screened and bottom solid. I set up my camp kitchen and we ate meals inside due to weather. We set up our large tent behind the shelter to block wind from the lake. The site also had it's own parking, another table outside and fire ring. We had site 4 right across from the lake and swimming area. The bath house was very clean and only a short walk. You can fish license free from the shore. There are 5 or 6 moderate hiking trails. Also the park is home to plenty of woodland animals. The 4 yo and I took a 2 am bathroom break and saw a herd of dear about 30 head.

    The park is very good for families and fishing.

    There are also a boat ramp, small airstrip and day use areas.

    The staff is awesome.

  • VThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Steele Creek Park
    Jun. 2, 2021

    Steele Creek Park

    Lake View, Toilets, Water, Free

    Peaceful Army Corps of Engineer park with 12 sites, half are shaded. Clean vault toilets, dumpsters, and water between most sites, covered picnic tables and fire pits, a few have stand up grills. Some locals take the sites for day use fishing so those might open up towards evening. Entry gate closes at 10pm, but there is an exit gate always open. My visit was during a Texas’ rainy stretch and lake levels were on the rise flooding out the lower sites. In fact, the ACE host had me move with expected 10’ rise overnight. I’d been in trouble if I hadn’t. Thanks Mark!!

  • Dude R.
    Camper-submitted photo from Liberty Hill Park Campground
    Nov. 24, 2020

    Liberty Hill Park Campground

    Really Nice Campground, BUT my God the ants!

    Liberty hill is a very beautiful campground but there is a serius issue with the invasive Argentian ant. This is a great campground to spend a few days or weeks relaxing and catching fish. Lake Navarro Mills is well know as the best Crappie fishing lake in Texas. Navarro Mills Liberty Hill Park features a fantastic fishing barge that is covered allowing you to fish no matter the weather. Our visit to Liberty Hill Park at Navarro Mills Lake was a real treat with one minor exception, Argentine Ants, these can be a real issue when RV camping at Liberty Hill Park as this invasive species is out of control at Liberty Hill Park. Want to see more fun RV tours and RV camping videos? Visit my channel here... https://www.youtube.com/c/BobBarkerRVGuy

  • Marianne D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Meridian State Park Campground
    Aug. 10, 2021

    Meridian State Park Campground

    More attention to sanitation, park it self is nice

    First the bad. The restrooms/shower's are not on the priority list, not cleaned regularly and to think we're dealing with COVID. Privacy curtains at the showers were missing. The soap holder in the shower was dirty on Tuesday 7/26/'21when we arrived and was still dirty when we left that Friday 7/30/'21, so was the left behind shampoo bottle. We had to clean our camping area from dog poop left behind and there were flies al over the area. The only place you could find dog baggies was at the office/Headquarters, even there in front of the Headquarters, we picked up dog poop left behind, laying there for a couple of days, so we could sit on the bench and use the Wifi. We were shocked to find this at a Texas State Park. The good. The park is great👍, nice walking and biking trails and the and the lake was beautiful, fishing🐠, kayaking🚣 and swimming🏊‍♀️. If you love nature this is a nice to visit.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ stars for the Park itself. Submit question or comments to: https://www2.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/feedback/webcomment/?\_ga=2.215293847.1216528436.1627927584-152645507.1624108653

  • Napunani
    Camper-submitted photo from Lake Whitney State Park Campground
    Oct. 17, 2020

    Lake Whitney State Park Campground

    Quiet

    We made reservations 92 days prior to arriving Thursday of the Columbus Day weekend for Horseshoe Loop full-hook-up site, which is a nice elm tree grove. With the Texas State Park Pass, we paid$21/nightly. Our spacious pull-thru site was partially shaded, but there is no vegetation between sites in this loop, so not one site had any privacy from another. Site surface was mostly gravel from deteriorating asphalt. Our site had a deteriorating concrete picnic table on a concrete slab and a fire pit with a grilling grate. There is a possibility that trees make could make site access difficult to deploy slide outs. We witness larger rigs getting creative with pulling into their site because of close trees. Quiet campground with no highway noise. There is no gate closure overnight. This is an excellent dark sky campground, but unfortunately during our stay surrounding campers had excessive outdoor lighting illuminated throughout their site most of the night, which inhibited good star glazing and Draconid meteor shower viewing. Shower/toilet facilities for this loop were clean, but heavily worn and not ADA compliant. Besides a small step into the structure, the women’s had 3 equally sized toilet stalls and 2 equally sized shower stalls neither with any safety grab bars. There are no sites in this loop that are lake front. A few sites can just see the lake from a distance. Trash dumpsters are placed on roadway edge making safe rig egress tricky. AT&T 1 bar coverage in this campground loop. No wildlife sightings during our 4 night stay. Campfire wood available for sale from“lockers” at the Park Headquarters building. Closest restaurants, fuel stations and grocery stores in Whitney and Hillsboro. Waco is 40 miles southeast.

  • Chris K.
    Camper-submitted photo from Thousand Trails Lake Whitney
    Sep. 4, 2018

    Thousand Trails Lake Whitney

    A Campground for full time RV..ers

    • Sites are first come first serve - there is no holding sites especially if you are going as a group
    • No open fires - only propane or charcoal
    • Bathrooms were nice, clean and air conditioned...definitely a couple of notches above the Texas State Parks   
    • No wildlife here...just the human kind
    • Nice shady sites but not a lot of elbow room (pretty cramped)
    • Take lots of allergy medicine if you are allergic to Red Cedar
    • 30 AMP sites with full hook ups
    • A lot of kids activities - water melon eating contest, face painting, etc.
    • Could see a lot of stars in the night sky
    • Don't hang anything from the trees..will get in trouble
    • No place to hang a garbage bag outside
    • Overflowing trash dumpsters
    • Propane filling station on the campground property
    • Cell service with T-Mobile was sparse. Verizon seemed to work fine.

    We got a free Thousand Trails membership from the dealership when we purchased our new camper so we decided to use it for Labor Day at Lake Whitney RV Campgrounds. We went with our camping buddies (theDyrt Ranger Jenny S and family) who also pulled their camper. The sites are first come first serve and there is no holding sites, so if you go as a group finding sites that are together is tough (several sites were bagged and not usable).  We picked Sites #6 and #83 on Loop B. Luckily these sites back up to each other and the kids could roam between the two sites. The sites were 30 AMPs with full hooks up and that part was nice. Didn't have to watch tank levels every time someone (kids) flushed. 

    The campsites were pretty shady with red cedar trees which created havoc with my son's allergies. Poor kid was stuffed up the entire time we were there. The sites were pretty cramped, we were not able to extend our awning without hitting the tree branches. The road inside the campground is pretty beat up with lot of bumps. The amenities were nice - a family swimming pool, shuffleboard, washers, putt-putt golf. The campgrounds had several activities for Labor Day such as a water melon eating contest, frozen T-shirt contest which kept the kids entertained.

    Don't hang anything on the trees. We had some LED light up and the park ranger had us take it down.  Was actually a little harsh about it. Following that encounter we took down the clothesline that we strung up to dry our swimming suits and wet towels. No place to hang a garbage bag either.

    Politeness in customer service was hit or miss.

    Our stay was free because of the Thousand Trails membership but otherwise each site goes for about $45/night. I'll do it again for free, if I have to pay...I will go down the street at Lake Whitney State Park for $25 with full hookups.

  • Briana
    Camper-submitted photo from Airport Park - Waco Lake
    Jul. 11, 2021

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Girl Scout trip

    There was plenty of room for us between the two sites. We probably could have fit all 12 of us on one site. The site is on a little peninsula so the wind was an issue but would be nice on a hot day. Bathrooms were a bit of a walk.

  • Alejandro G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Airport Park - Waco Lake
    Oct. 30, 2021

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Average Marina

    Relaxing and fun place to just enjoy company and magnet fishing. People are all very nice and will talk with you. I have no complaints for this place at all. The man that is the over seer is very nice and respectful also.

  • Lawrence P.
    Camper-submitted photo from Airport Park - Waco Lake
    Jan. 25, 2022

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Great place! Great Staff!

    A wonderful place to stay and visit Waco, TX. plus it's right on the lake for boating, fishing and all other water activities. 

    The staff was great! Sites are spread apart and pretty level. 

    Would stay again if in area.

  • Napunani
    Camper-submitted photo from Airport Park - Waco Lake
    Apr. 19, 2022

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Lots of Aircraft Noise - Bring Ear Plugs!

    Pros 

    Not charged a fee to make my own on-line reservation 

    Friendly gate attendant 

    Level asphalt site surrounded by crushed granite 

    Grass neatly mowed throughout campground 

    Large aluminum picnic table that is moveable from site concrete pad

    BBQ grill, metal fire pit and lantern pole 

    Night sky friendly. No street lights 

    Spacious-space between each site but no privacy due to lack of vegetation 

    Very quiet Sunday thru Wednesday nights except for Waco airport aircraft approach and Space X rocket testing 

    Entrance gate locked 10pm-6am. Exit only permitted 

    Clean toilets and showers 

    Plenty of TP in restrooms 

    Trash can in toilet/shower facility 

    Sufficient trash dumpsters throughout park 

    Deer sightings at Park entrance only 

    2 LTE Verizon bars signal 

    Cons 

    Exterior restroom doors desperately need repaired. Have to move rock away from door to gain access. 

    Sewer connection at rear of parking pad. Bring the looooong stinky slinky! 

    Waco airport aircraft departing/arriving as early as 6am and as late as 11pm. One night we counted aircraft performing touch and go manuvers 42 times. Approach was directly over our campsite. 

    No patrolling host or ranger 

    No soap or hand towels in toilet facility 

    No playground, basketball or tennis or volleyball courts 

    No lake swimming area 

    No park WIFI 

    No hiking trails

  • Jessica F.
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    Dec. 9, 2022

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Beautiful nature park

    We really enjoyed the nature at this park. Sunsets on Lake Waco are mesmerizing. The deer wander right out to the road at dusk. We started out in the second section of sites however the bathrooms were closed completely for construction (looks like a brand new building) so we moved to the first section. Bathrooms worked fine and were relatively clean, just typical campground stuff- bugs and some dirt. Site 15 is up a hill so you’ve got a great view of the lake. The fallen trees and rocks make for great exploration and photos. We extended our stay and moved sites to site 57. There’s no sewer hook up there but man the views! Large open grassy area with beautiful twisty trees and a little beach area. We put our camp chairs near the little cliff to sit. Park is very very quiet and peaceful! Watched hawks and lions catch fish. The wind can be a bit much at times but it was fine. This back section of bathrooms was awful- first has a door missing, one had the shower knob missing, another very dirty and mildewy. Gave my husband and daughter sneezing fits. One you had to torque the shower handle and twist weird to get it to work, someone couldn’t shut it off one night and it was left on until morning when my husband got it turned off. The handicap bathroom wasn’t functional. The women’s bathroom seemed to be cleaned every other day but I don’t think the showers were touched. Other than that we enjoyed it a lot! Dump station works great and the gal at the gate was super sweet. Gates close at 10pm and you can not get back in until 6am. No idea why that’s a thing but that’s the rule.

  • Cori M.
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    Apr. 25, 2018

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Close to home

    We enjoy Airport Park because it’s close to home and easy for us to camp without taking off of work! Good amenities.

  • Sammie F.
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    May. 23, 2020

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Great sites

    I would like to give this campground a 5, but I can't. We are in a pandemic and the bathrooms are not clean. According to the sign on the door, the restrooms were supposed to be cleaned on Thursday, and some people came and maybe, swept. The men's room and the ladies room doors do not close all the way so there is a rock that everyone is supposed to shove up against the door to keep it shut but many people can't be bothered,so they are full of bugs. The staff that we saw were very helpful and nice, but the bathrooms are not clean.

  • Nick W.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Jul. 8, 2020

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Chilling by the Lake

    We setup right next to the Lake Waco, we enjoyed a light breeze coming off the lake most of the time. We arrived after the gate house closed but before the gates closed. Sites look level but we needed to reposition a couple times to get everything thing level and maximize the view. All sites come with covered picnic table and fire ring. Not many trees so shade is hard to find. Was a great place to stay and is close to Waco. Only negative was the bathhouse needed some attention. But overall this is a good place to stay

  • Dean H.
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    Aug. 31, 2020

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Airport Park COE, Lake Waco

    Airport Park on Lake Waco, in Waco, TX. We really like this park. We were in site 27, which our camp side is shady during the afternoon and evening. Each site has a fire ring, bbq grill, & lantern post. The RV parking pad is asphalt and long. Big Rigs would have no problems here. When we arrived the gravel pad was raked all nice and neat. 50 amp sites are $26 a night. The loop we are in doesn't have the nice restrooms. We are in the loop that has sites 16 - 36. To me, these are the nicer RV sites, if only the restrooms were better. The other 2 loops have really nice restrooms, with private shower rooms. Site 24 looks to be the pick, as it has shade pretty much all day. We will definitely come back to this camp ground. 

  • Dani D.
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    Nov. 10, 2020

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Weekend Trip

    We tent camped at a sheltered cabin - cabin had two tables, water, and electric, plus a fan! Lots of easy water access. Showers and restrooms were available but definitely would advise these are "natural" bathrooms. Park staff very friendly. Sheltered cabins not super close to one another so helped with privacy and making you feel like you aren't crowded. No hiking trails though but is close to Mammoth if you want to spend a day there. About 3 hours from San Antonio. Wifi and cell service

  • Josie J.
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    Dec. 9, 2020

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    A nice near spot to camp

    This Is a great area to camp near Waco without having to travel far. Just 5 minutes outside the Waco City limits, these grounds have a lot of hook up spots without feeling too crowded. Its also a great place to tent camp, or use one of a few cabins that are available. Nearly every camp site is a  stones throw from the water. Great Swimming and fishing. There are a number of places to pull your boat up to shore. There is a play ground, but its only near a few sites and quite a distance from most sites. But for older kids with bikes, it's a fun ride. There are deer and rabbits and birds and squirrels. Its a nice little spot that is laid out to feel big.

  • Napunani
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    Mar. 24, 2021

    Airport Park - Waco Lake

    Filthy women’s restroom

    This park is a short drive to all of Waco attractions including the famous Silos. We stayed Friday and Saturday nights. 

    Pros:

    • Very friendly gate attendant

    • Extremely quiet park except for arriving/departing aircraft at Waco Regional Airport

    • Great view of the lake as trees/shrubs are minimal

    • Clean campsite

    • Very clean campfire pit

    • Most sites had a nice distance from neighbor sites

    • Crushed granite surrounds the site’s asphalt parking pad so no muddy mess after rain

    • Pedestal BBQ grill, fire pit with grilling grate and aluminum picnic table at each site

    • Some sites had aluminum roof pavilion over picnic table

    • Some sites had lantern pole

    • Park roadways in good condition

    • Entrance gate locked at 10pm

    • Plenty of TP in women’s restroom

    • 4 bar signal AT&T 

    Cons:

    • Filthy women’s restroom. Human feces on floor. Two of the three stalls locked for days. One remaining stall the door would not close and latch. Sign posted on door that restrooms were cleaned Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, but the human feces were on the floor Friday night, Saturday all day and Sunday morning. Exterior door would not close completely.

    • No water to sinks in women’s restroom

    • No soap dispenser and no hand dryer in women’s restroom

    • Men’s restroom door locked Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning

    • Exterior door to one shower room was unable to be closed

    • Extremely low water pressure to campsite

    • No site privacy due to minimal trees/brush throughout the park

    • Low hanging tree branches over roadway and campsite pad

    • Our campsite pedestal BBQ grill was extremely corroded

    • No wildlife sightings- not even a squirrel

    • NOT A DARK SKY FRIENDLY CAMPGROUND! Boat launch lights across the cove lit up most of the campground. Large lights on the toilet/shower building that made it nearly as bright as daylight!


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