Best Cabin Camping near Whitney, TX

Lake Whitney State Park Campground offers a series of rustic cabins located along the shores of the reservoir, with basic yet comfortable accommodations including electricity, heating, and air conditioning units. Sites near the water provide scenic views while the interior loop cabins offer more shade and privacy. Full hookup capabilities are available at select cabin locations, while others maintain a more primitive experience. Bathroom facilities remain centrally located throughout the campground with shower access for all guests. "Cabin 13 is BEST. Visited here at least 30 times...ALWAYS love it!"

Rustic cabins at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney provide year-round accommodation options with varying levels of amenities depending on location. Dinosaur Valley RV Park and Speegleville Park also maintain cabin rentals with differing layouts suitable for individuals, couples, and family groups. Most locations allow pets with proper documentation and additional fees. Reservations are strongly recommended, particularly during summer months and holiday weekends when availability becomes limited. One camper noted that while there are "lots of different types of camping" at Lake Whitney, the cabins provide the most comfort during extreme weather conditions.

Visitors should plan to bring personal linens, pillows, and sleeping bags as most cabins provide only the bed frames and mattresses. Basic cooking facilities vary by location, with some cabins equipped with small refrigerators and microwaves while others offer only outdoor fire rings with cooking grates. The market at Thousand Trails Lake Whitney stocks essential supplies, but comprehensive grocery shopping requires a trip to nearby Whitney or Hillsboro. Firewood is available for purchase at select locations including Lake Whitney State Park, where it can be obtained from "lockers" at the Park Headquarters building.

Best Cabin Sites Near Whitney, Texas (31)

    1. Lake Whitney State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Whitney, TX
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 694-3793

    $14 - $50 / night

    "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."

    "I stayed at Lake Whitney for a night on my way south from Dallas, so I didn't have much time to spend there."

    2. Thousand Trails Lake Whitney

    8 Reviews
    Whitney, TX
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "The sites are good, some have covered picnic tables, some don’t. The lake access is not close to every hook ups but is a short driving distance. Lake access/swimming area is very nice, we had fun!"

    "There are cabins and places for your Rn/camper. And a boat “shop”."

    3. Meridian State Park Campground

    26 Reviews
    Meridian, TX
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 435-2536

    $15 - $56 / night

    "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!"

    "Wish they would change the name to Meridian State Park instead of just Meridian on here.  Very nice, small, peaceful park.  There are 8 pull thru sites with full hookups, including 50 amp. "

    4. Cleburne State Park Campground

    18 Reviews
    Nemo, TX
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (817) 645-4215

    $20 - $450 / night

    "Cleburne State Park is one of those places that flies under the radar, until you happen to check it out and fall in love. It’s not big, but it is very peaceful and secluded feeling."

    "We decided to stay at Cleburne for spring break because it was one of the few Texas state parks with sewer hookups (which we wanted for a week long stay). We were pleasantly surprised!"

    5. Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground

    60 Reviews
    Glen Rose, TX
    36 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 897-4588

    $18 - $70 / night

    "Spacious walk-out site. Real hot in July (as expected for Texas). Fire ring and lantern like available. Overall lovely site at a great park."

    "It was my first time doing a walk in campsite. While it is a relatively quick walk to the site from the parking lot, you should bring a folding wagon if you aren't traveling with backpacker gear."

    6. Lakeside Village Marina

    1 Review
    Whitney Lake, TX
    11 miles

    "Situated on Lake Livingston, it is located at the back of a golf course subdivision of interesting mix of houses. This was quite the campground back in the day."

    7. Waco Creekside Resort

    4 Reviews
    Waco, TX
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 651-3999

    $50 - $75 / night

    "They answered all our questions kindly and when the fridge broke down in our camper they even called out a local Waco company here to come out and fix it for us"

    "The cabins and treehouses are just adorable and shine on the lake at night. I felt extremely safe as a solo female traveler with a kiddo in tow. Not a speck of trash in sight!"

    8. Cedar Hill State Park Campground

    62 Reviews
    Cedar Hill, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (972) 291-3900

    $25 - $30 / night

    "Plenty of sites have a campfire grill and picnic table along with electrical outlets. Good camping sites for "glampers" who have to have Internet access and electronic use."

    "Nice state Park. We stayed here 3 nights. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Although the park has been around awhile it is maintained well."

    9. Speegleville Park

    6 Reviews
    Waco, TX
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (254) 756-5359

    $32 - $36 / night

    "I love the peacefulness of Speegleville park. It isn't a very big park, so the site space is limited but that just makes for a quieter stay. This park is catered to RV's and fisherman."

    "Right on Waco lake, the picnic tables were set on concrete pads with solid shelter covers. Many trails to ride and walk on."

    10. Dinosaur Valley RV Park

    14 Reviews
    Glen Rose, TX
    35 miles
    Website

    $45 / night

    "Every site is pull through with full hookups and has a fire ring & picnic table! Staff was very friendly and store had all the essentials."

    "DVRVP shares a property line with DVSP. Guests are able to purchase a day pass online through the DVSP website and access DVSP without ever having to drive through the front entrance."

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Cabin Reviews near Whitney, TX

334 Reviews of 31 Whitney Campgrounds


  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 17, 2021

    Dinosaur Valley RV Park

    Loved it!

    Every site is pull through with full hookups and has a fire ring & picnic table! Staff was very friendly and store had all the essentials. Clean restroom and shower (1 stall), pet friendly and beautiful pool/ hot tub. Right across the street from Dinosaur World (which our 2 year old loved) and outside the gates of Dinosaur Valley State Park. Will definitely be back.

  • Brittany S.
    Aug. 30, 2018

    Reynolds Creek

    Needs improvement but a peaceful stay.

    This park is located out in boonies and can be pretty difficult to find. Most people think they are lost trying to get to it, but if you follow North Speegleville road through all the cornfields you will eventually stumble upon it. Believe me, you're not going the wrong way.

    Being lakefront property you would expect to see more water, however there is a lot of brush grown up around the lake and sites so it is hard to see. There are also limited places to get down to the water in the park.

    There is a nice boat ramp and dock for fishing. It is also pet friendly and equestrian friendly. There is a nice little 1 mile hike were you can bird watch and view the lake Waco, it is very shaded and flat. Then there is a 20 mile hike/ equestrian trail that goes around Lacey point.

    Bathrooms and showers need some work, but they do the job. There is no store at the campground, but there is a dollar general located in Speegleville about 4 minutes away. There are picnic tables at ever site along with a fire pit, and also a playground for kids.

    The whole park is very secluded and away from street noise which is so lovely. Perfect place for viewing the stars over the water and listening to nature speak around you!

  • Never Sitting S.
    May. 6, 2022

    COE Lake Waco Speegleville Park

    Nice large lots

    Overall another great COE as far as big open level spots. Most spots have covered picnic tables. Fire rings, and grills at each spot also. Lots of critters..especially armadillos! Bathrooms are less then to be desired, very few showers work, and those that do were a bit in a need to be repaired. Overall nice quiet area, nice clean dump station (one of the best we have seen). Would stay here again.

  • GoWhereYouAreDraw N.The Dyrt PRO User
    Apr. 30, 2019

    Dinosaur Valley State Park Campground

    Family camping

    Nice camping spot for families. I chose to camp in the north primitive hike-in sites across the river. It was pretty hot but I still had a good time exploring the hiking trails. If you go hiking, take a map and of course extra water. My map came in handy a couple of times as I was hiking as the actual trails led me off track a few times.

    I stayed in the primitive camping area. You hike between 1-2.5 miles across the river to sites. If the river is too high these sites may be closed. Water is only available at the trailhead. These sites are primitive so they do not have showers, restrooms, picnic tables or water.

    Other sites available:

    • Campsites with electricity (Picnic tables, water hookup, electric, fire ring)
    • Walk-in campsites (Fire ring, lantern post)
    • Group camp (fire ring, water nearby, three picnic tables)
  • T
    Oct. 9, 2019

    Loyd Park

    Clean and quiet

    All sites have concrete pads, picnic tables, grill, fire ring, electric and water. Also can camp in tents or rent a cabin.

  • Jim H.
    Apr. 6, 2021

    Dinosaur Valley RV Park

    Convenience

    My husband and I stayed at Dinosaur Valley RV Park (DVRVP) on two separate occasions in last four weeks. We stayed 1 night during our first time at DVRVP and 2 nights during our second stay.

    Here are our pros: 1.) DVRVP shares a property line with DVSP. Guests are able to purchase a day pass online through the DVSP website and access DVSP without ever having to drive through the front entrance. It was a simple 1 minute walk to access the park through DVRVP.

    2.) You do not have to enter DVSP to enjoy the Paluxy River. Guests of DVRVP can access the river by following a small trail at one corner of the park by the entrance of DVSP. Our family spent a whole day in the river a minute walk from our camper.

    3.) Dinosaur World is across the street.

    4.) DVRVP is a family owned and operated business. The service was friendly! We wanted to add a. Additional day. We called and left a message. Moments later we received a return phone call. We were placed on a wait list. A few hours later we received another phone call let us know they were able to add an additional day to our visit.

    5.) The sites are pull in and leveled for the most part. Both sites we stayed at were clean, free of trash and pet waste. The fire pits had been cleaned out. Connections are conveniently placed on driver side and we’re cleaned.

    6.) DVRVP staff hosts several family friendly activities for guests throughout the day, everyday.

    7.) DVRVP has a playground, swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit and plenty of green space for kids to roam and explore.

    8.) Pet Friendly!

    9.) No RV age restrictions! We saw old to new class A’s to C’s and towable’s.

    Here are our cons:

    1.) 2 pet limit per site. We would love to bring all three of our dogs. One is tiny and is an incident dog.

  • Napunani
    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.

  • T
    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.

  • Michael C.
    May. 21, 2019

    Cedar Hill State Park Campground

    family fun

    I've been camping here plenty of times as a kid growing up in Cedar Hill, TX. My family and I would camp in the spring, early/late summer, and fall months. Plenty of sites have a campfire grill and picnic table along with electrical outlets. Good camping sites for "glampers" who have to have Internet access and electronic use. Finding/reserving a campsite is super easy at the welcome center where you pay an entrance fee to the park. Plenty of lake to share with other people at this state park. My brother would go fishing at the smaller ponds here. At some campsites, you can here the traffic passing by on FM 1382, but if you can sleep through that noise, you'll be fine. Plenty of hiking/biking trails as well. Great to bring pets. Bathrooms are available as well near many of the campgrounds.


Guide to Whitney

Lake Whitney State Park sits at the heart of Central Texas' cabin camping options, located about 35 miles north of Waco at approximately 520 feet above sea level. Cabin accommodations near Whitney vary from simple screened shelters to fully-equipped rental units with varying access to the 225-mile shoreline of the reservoir. Winter temperatures typically range from 35-60°F while summer months often exceed 95°F, making climate considerations important when choosing cabin accommodations.

What to do

Swimming and water recreation: Lake Whitney State Park Campground offers designated swimming areas during warm months with clear lake access points. "This park is a great go-to if you live in Texas – centrally located and quick to access from most major cities... if you want space along the water, Lakeview and Sunset Ridge are the best picks," notes Gretchen N.

Hiking close to cabins: At Meridian State Park Campground, trails connect directly to cabin areas for easy exploration. "There is a wide variety of hiking trails surrounding the lake. Each trail is very much its own with different scenery, rock formations, and trees. I think the longest trail is about 2 miles, so nothing too extreme," explains Brittany S.

Wildlife observation: Spring visitors to cabins should bring binoculars for bird watching. "I thought the wildflowers were the greatest feature, and then we caught sight of an angelic band of pelicans just overhead on a migratory flight - a very moving sight I will never forget," reports Robert G. from Lake Whitney State Park.

What campers like

Sheltered accommodations: The screened shelters at Speegleville Park provide basic cabin-style accommodations with electricity. "We stayed at site #32 which has a great view of Lake Waco. The site was huge and was right besides the water - good for fishing," reports Anita C.

Privacy between units: Campers appreciate the spacing between cabin units at Lake Whitney State Park. "Sites 39-46 in the Horseshoe Loop are ideal for quiet spots away from people," suggests Gretchen N., highlighting locations that offer more seclusion from other visitors.

Climate control options: Dinosaur Valley RV Park provides cabin rentals with modern comforts. "Clean restroom and shower (1 stall), pet friendly and beautiful pool/hot tub," writes Jess&Tony, noting amenities that make the cabin experience more comfortable during temperature extremes.

What you should know

Water supply considerations: Depending on cabin location, water access varies significantly. "Not all sites have sewer. Very peaceful atmosphere, I enjoyed my 4 day stay," reports Kimberly about Thousand Trails Lake Whitney.

Cooking facilities: Most cabin units require bringing your own cooking equipment. "Sites have 30 AMP, water, picnic table & fire ring," notes Moe F. at Dinosaur Valley State Park, indicating basic amenities for meal preparation.

Seasonal crowds: Reservations become essential during peak periods. "It can get crowded on high weekends in the spring/fall, but there are ample campsites if you plan ahead a bit," advises Gretchen N. about Lake Whitney State Park.

Road conditions: Access to some cabin locations requires attention to road quality. "The road in is in need of repair badly. Lots of potholes, so take it slow," warns Kimberly about Thousand Trails Lake Whitney.

Tips for camping with families

Kid-friendly amenities: Cedar Hill State Park Campground offers family-oriented cabin options with nearby activities. "Large park with a variety of campsites. Shaded areas available. Very clean," notes Karen B.

Accessible fishing spots: Cabins near fishing areas make for convenient family outings. "Great park for fisherman with lots of lake access points and several boat ramps. Tons of camping options," explains Hannah B. at Lake Whitney State Park.

Educational opportunities: Dinosaur-themed cabin stays provide learning experiences. "It's fascinating to see multiple dinosaur footprints along the river in this park... Very nice campground with shaded paved sites," explains Moe F.

Playground access: Several cabin locations include recreation facilities for children. "DVRVP has a playground, swimming pool, hot tub, fire pit and plenty of green space for kids to roam and explore," points out Jim H. about Dinosaur Valley RV Park.

Tips from RVers

Site selection for cabin users: At Waco Creekside Resort, cabin rentals benefit from the same amenities as RV sites. "The roads were extra wide and every site was pull through! They have thought of everything here. The cabins and treehouses are just adorable and shine on the lake at night," shares Stephanie P.

Utility connections: Many cabins offer partial hookups similar to RV sites. "Visited here at least 30 times...ALWAYS love it!" reports a regular visitor about specific cabin units at Lake Whitney, indicating reliable utility setups.

Seasonal considerations: Weather patterns affect cabin comfort differently than RVs. "I would not recommend the spots directly on the waterside. Very windy," advises Len L. about Lake Whitney State Park cabin selection, noting environmental factors that impact comfort.

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