Lake Tawakoni is the major water source for the city of Dallas, and Lake Tawakoni RV Camping Resort is the home of a quiet, peaceful RV camp in Texas. The park sits on a beautiful preserve where fishing, boating and bird watching are popular pastimes. Crappie, catfish, striped bass, and sand bass are some of the main species at our RV camp, and in Texas many guests take up the sport of fishing for the first time at our campground. A 20-slip marina in the main part of the park offers convenient access to the lake. Located in Rains County, the bald eagle capital of Texas, Lake Tawakoni RV Camping Resort is the destination for many who come to the area for its spectacular bird viewing opportunities. The nearby city of Emory has caf?0073002c grocery stores, clinics and drug stores that are convenient for visitors. People come from all over the state to visit nearby Canton and First Monday, the largest flea market in the world, held the first week of each month. Lake Tawakoni RV Camping Resort is in a rural part of the state, about 65 miles east of Dallas and 30 miles from Greenville. Come and discover this tranquil RV camp in Texas' northeast region. New Cabins/Cottages Have Arrived! Quiet RV Camp in Texas Whether you're planning a retreat for the whole family, a group of friends or a getaway for two, there's no shortage of unique activities to explore at Lake Tawakoni RV Campground. Plan activities upon arrival or visit this page before your departure to plan ahead. Looking for more? Our friendly staff can fill you in on all of the great ways to make your stay a memorable experience.

Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni

Purtis Creek State Park

Imagine yourself in the shade of tall trees, listening to birds chirping and water lapping on the shores of Lake Tawakoni camping. Sounds good, right? Let’s go! Gather your fishing pole, your binoculars, your hiking shoes and your camping gear - we’re just 50 miles east of Dallas.

Things to Do
Come explore our 376 acres of oak forest, more than five miles of lakeshore, and the lake itself.

Boat, fish or swim on the water; hike, mountain-bike, go birding or geocaching on land. Reserve a campsite for your tent or RV, or camp with a group. Rent our amphitheater for a special event. Take a virtual tour with our interactive trails map.

Fish
Lake Tawakoni is a 37,879-acre reservoir. Fish the lake from shore or boat, or try our kid fish pond. You don’t need a fishing license to fish from shore in a state park.

Amenities: Four-lane boat ramp and fish cleaning station.
Fish species: Striped and hybrid striped bass, white bass, catfish, crappie and largemouth bass
Borrow fishing gear at headquarters to use in the park.
Read through these Water Safety Tips before your visit.
Hike and mountain bike
The park has nearly five miles of trails to explore.

Camp
Choose from full hookup sites or sites with water and electricity. Two of our sites are wheelchair accessible. Or reserve our primitive group campsite (for up to 48 people).

Shop
The Lake Tawakoni Trading Post sells souvenirs, ice, firewood, cold drinks and snacks, and fishing bait and tackle.

Lake Tawakoni State Park

Looking for a quiet, country setting and want to avoid a busy, noisy RV park? We’re offering our beautiful, peaceful, private, RV pad with full hook ups available in Ben Wheeler, TX: 15 minutes to Tyler, Lindale, and Canton- home of the Canton First Mondays Trade Days, largest flea market in Texas. Dallas 1.25 hours away for a quick, quiet country get away.

Spot is nestled under trees and overlooks pastures with longhorn cows. Single family, farmstead type environment. Flexible arrangements can be made. Long term stays require a background check. Winter visitors welcome!

\*50 amp electric, water, septic sewer, trash, picnic table, provided. Concrete pad, back in. Pricing for 2 adults, 2 vehicles, no pet fees. Pets require prior approval. Concrete pad is 16’x40’. Space can accommodate larger vehicles with overhang. Less than 10 minutes to access I-20 and 5 minutes to access Highway 64. Appx 2 miles of paved, narrow, slightly bumpy, charming county road.

Nightly rent: $75

Monthly rent $625+electric. Nightly, weekly, multi-month, & dry storage rates available.

Canton First Monday Dates require 3 nights minimum.

\*Our Verizon phones/hotspot work fine. Can’t speak for other carriers.



Hidden Gem Campsite: Ben Wheeler,TX -private residence, single full hookup RV site

Blue Sky at Cedar Creek offers beautiful RV camping less than a minute from Cedar Creek Lake. We offer full hook-ups on Texas-size RV pull-through sites. We have deluxe amenities, a brewery located within walking distance and a fun park next door with a water park, arcade, paintball and go karts. Stay for a weekend or stay for a while and enjoy all of our modern facilities including a swimming pool, indoor movie theatre, clubhouse, game room, basketball/pickleball courts, cornhole and so much more!



Blue Sky Cedar Creek RV Park

Ready to Camp like its 1985, surrounded by tall trees and shady, spacious spots? \*Monthly Spots available\* Call for Daily/Weekly Availability. Big Tex Campgrounds in Ben Wheeler is located in East Texas, smack dab between Canton and Tyler. We will have more RV Sites coming soon and in the near future; a 5 acre Swimming Pond, Teepees ( Tipis ) Accommodations for glamping, Tent Camping, nature trails and much more.

Monthly rates available. 29 night stay required at checkout for discount monthly rate. Electric to be billed upon use after stay. 



Big Tex Campgrounds

12 Sites with Picnic Tables and fire Pits surrounded by Woods, Creeks and pasture. Unbelievable sunsets, skies and stars! 4 Ponds, 50 one hundred year old Pecan Trees 40+ Acres are woods and 60 of pasture land. Free range Horses, donkeys and goats plus raccoons, Egrets and deer… all friendly and curious. Sites are all very large and separated by at least 100 Yards. Do you like to chiggers? No! Who does? Well, because of the close proximity to the South Sulphur river they can't live here! Explore The 100 Acres play family games and treat your furry friends to the vast outdoors. The nearest residential neighborhood is 3 miles away and the nearest occupied country homes are over a thousand ft away and not visible!

read our reviews here: https://www.hipcamp.com/texas/rick-p-s-land-6/sleep-under-the-pecan-trees



Sleep Under The Pecan Trees

Note: There is a $5 per day fee for Primitve Camping.

1. Please call (903) 569-6183 to make a reservation and make payment.

2. Leave it better than you found it. (Take only photographs and leave only footprints.)

3. After you have a reservation, if you need last minute directions or have a problem at the preserve, call 903-569-6183.

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Greer Hill - Mineola Nature Preserve Campground C

Mill Creek Ranch RV & Cottage Resort

Bring your family, friends, or a good book to enjoy Camp Discovery. Rediscover your quiet moments from childhood on these 20+ acres of nature.  Take a walk with your loved ones, or simply rock yourself to sleep in a hammock under a pergola or a tree. Plan your picnic or fire up the grill as you share a nice meal on our custom made farm table. The town of Cumby offers a variety of activities to do as a family, friends, or simply by yourself. Come check out the Northeast Texas Children's Museum.  If you feel like flying away; check out Mr. D's Helicopters or Dallas Skydiving Center for an adventure, or simply relax at a nearby winery. 

Want to go for a walk? Sulphur Springs downtown offers an amazing selection of restaurants with great options of bars and food. All these activities are within a 20 minute driving distance. 

Please note we have two campsites total on our property

The Space:
Campsite on 20+ private acres of trees, quietness, and nature only an hour and 20 minutes from Dallas, TX!

Guest Access:
This is an exclusive Tentrr Signature campsite. Tentrr partners with land owners to offer unique accommodations in beautiful outdoor spaces. Our campsites are off-the-grid which means they generally do not have access to electricity, wifi, or modern plumbing. Instead, they offer the chance to relax, unplug, and fully experience nature! 

Your Tentrr campsite includes a 10'x12' (120 square feet) safari-style canvas tent on a raised wooden platform. Inside the tent you'll find one queen bed or a queen-size bunk bed (see photos for the exact setup). The tent is big enough for the bed plus one or two extra sleeping bags on the floor. Aside from the canvas tent, campers can also use the extra 5-person pop-up dome tent that___s provided. You'll also have a 6-ft picnic table, outdoor fire pit, 2 Tentrr Adirondack chairs, and a heating source to keep you warm and toasty at night. 

Toilets: Every campsite is equipped with a camp toilet (we call it the Tentrr Loo). This is a simple wooden box with a toilet seat and a bucket inside. To use, line the bucket with a CleanWaste Sani-Bag supplied at the camp prior to use. Afterwards, simply tie the bag up and place it in a trash bag. CleanWaste Sani-Bags use a NASA-developed gelling/deodorizing agent that helps prevent spills and keeps everyone safe and clean.

Showers: Every Signature campsite comes with a Coleman Sun Shower. The sun shower has a reservoir that holds up to 5 gallons of water, potentially enough for multiple showers. It's constructed of heat-locking material that warms the water when it's left in the sun, even on cool days.

Interaction with Guests:
Upon check out, you should leave-no-trace of your stay and be sure your campsite is returned to its natural glory! While Tentrr does not charge a cleaning fee, we do expect campsites to be left how they were found. After you check out, take everything you brought in and be sure to leave your trash at the designated location.

If a Tentrr Host submits an incident report after your stay that details evidence of trash or damage to the campsite or the host's property, Tentrr reserves the right to charge a minimum cleaning fee of $50. Just make sure to follow the Camper Manual posted at your campsite and you'll be set!

Reservation Modifications/Cancellations: Please note the terms of the cancelation policy as they are outlined in your confirmation email. Your Tentrr Host is unable to change or cancel your reservation on your behalf, and they are unable to waive any cancellation fees (if applicable). If you have any questions regarding modifications to your booking, please reach out to Tentrr Customer Support.

Other Things to Note:
Camping footwear are suggested as there are family friendly trails. 
THERE IS ONLY ONE SPOT WHERE SMOKING IS ALLOWED.
Wild animals that are known to the area are: Wild pigs, ants, deer's, snakes, bunnies therefor basic camping knowledge is advised. My family and I have spent many days there and never have encountered them, but we know they walk by there. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: There are NO maximum number of campers allowed on the site (land) HOWEVER on the tent there are a maximum of 4 people. 

IMPORTANT NOTE: THERE IS LIMITED WATER SOURCE ON THE PREMISES, 2 GALLONS OF WATER DRINKING WATER WILL BE PROVIDED BY HOST FOR EACH DAY, FEEL FREE TO BRING YOUR OWN WATER AS NEEDED. 



Total Bedrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 1


Tentrr Signature Site - Camp Discovery T1

Nothing thrills the heart of a true explorer like the stunning diversity of outdoor adventure that awaits in the state of Texas! From the beauty of the Gulf Coast to the High Plains, Texas offers terrain that varies between mountains, woodlands, rolling hills, semi-arid plains and high desert. With more than 78 state parks and numerous wildlife areas, historic sites and natural attractions, Texas truly has something for everyone.


Insiders know that camping in Texas is much more than just hanging out around the campfire. In a state that boasts everything is bigger, natural features as well as wildlife areas are vast and rich, begging the weary traveler to indulge in all the sights and experiences this type of diversity provides. The variety of parks, campgrounds and backcountry offers the full range of adventure for those looking to ‘rough it’ all the way to those who choose to enjoy nature with a few more comforts. 


South Central Texas is a prime area of the state to explore. Known far and wide as the Hill Country, it is so named for its rolling hills and woodlands. Famous for its excellent wineries, historic small towns and natural beauty, the Hill Country also boasts a unique offering for campers known as Enchanted Rock State Park. 


Enchanted Rock is a large pink granite dome that rises 425 feet above the surrounding terrain and is the largest granite monadock in the United States. Indians, Spaniards and early settlers all had stories of magical, spiritual or unexplained happenings around the rock which gave the feature its name. These days, one of the most intriguing sights is at night, after a rain. The wet dome seems to glitter in the moonlight and while regarded as a simple play of light on the granite, the effect adds to both the mystery and enchantment of the area. 


Another intriguing site in the Hill Country is Jacob’s Well, a short 78 miles southeast from Enchanted Rock State Park. Fed by a natural artesian spring, Jacob’s Well consists of a large pool connected to a vast underground cavern system that sprawls more than 4300 feet. The spring is connected to the Trinity Aquifer and emits thousands of gallons of water each day where visitors can enjoy the cool 68 degree water. Jacob’s Well is a popular and welcome retreat from the famous Texas heat!


Texas is the second largest state and for some, camping in Texas can, and does, turn into a life-long pursuit. With so many hidden gems, and areas to explore, it could take decades to experience it all. The Dyrt has you covered though! For the secret hideaways and must-see adventures in Texas, check back often to see the latest insider tips and places to explore!

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Welcome to our RV Park - which is also the campus of the National RV Training Academy.

It is located between two beautiful lakes nestled in the trees of deep East Texas - our 89 RV sites are wide w/gravel with full hook-ups in a peaceful,  picturesque setting. Rallies & clubs - no matter your size of group - turn your stay into a learning experience. Stay 3 or 5 days for hands-on RV maintenance training.

Want to start your own mobile RV service business? Become certified as a RV service technician or start a RV repair side business. You can do all of it here on the campus of the National RV Training Academy at the Texan RV Park in Athens, TX.

For more information about the RV Maintenance training see our website www.nrvta.com or call (903)386-0444.

Texan RV Park & Campus

Rockin' Sunset RV Resort

Bluebonnet Ridge RV Park

It’s time to roll on in to Mockingbird Meadows RV Park and make it your home. We take pride in offering a very clean, quiet, safe and enjoyable community. An exceptional value, lots starting at $500/month with all bills paid.



\*Full hook-ups (water, sewer, 30&50 amp)

\*Electric included

\*Large stocked pond for fishing

\*Pet Friendly

\*Security Cameras

\*FREE Laundry

\*WIFI (great speed with direct access point at each site)

\*Quiet Country Living



Convenience

\*Local shopping in Lone Oak

\*5 minutes to beautiful Lake Tawakoni

\*15 Minutes to Greenville or Emory

\*less than an hour to Dallas



All Inclusive Lots Starting at $500/month

Mockingbird Meadows RV Park

www.mockingbirdmeadows.net

903-340-9659



Mockingbird Meadows RV Park

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