Best Campgrounds near Wills Point, TX

Campgrounds near Wills Point, Texas cluster around Lake Tawakoni, offering a range of accommodations including tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin rentals. Lake Tawakoni State Park Campground provides water and electric hookups with concrete parking pads suitable for various camping styles. Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni, located in nearby Point, Texas, expands options with glamping accommodations alongside traditional tent and RV sites. The region includes several privately owned RV parks with full hookups, particularly along Interstate 20 and near water access points.

Road conditions remain consistent year-round in this east Texas location, with most campgrounds accessible via paved roads and maintained driveways. Summer temperatures frequently exceed 90°F with high humidity, making spring and fall the preferred camping seasons. Most established campgrounds in the area require reservations, especially during weekends and holiday periods. Lake Tawakoni State Park charges a daily entrance fee in addition to camping fees, which applies to all visitors. Cell service varies throughout the region, with reviewers noting Verizon signals can be weak with "only 1-2 bars, suitable for phone calls and text only."

Lake access represents a primary draw for campers visiting the Wills Point area. Fishing opportunities abound at Lake Tawakoni, known for its catfish population. Camping areas provide both water proximity and woodland settings with varying degrees of privacy between sites. Several visitors note wildlife viewing opportunities, with one review mentioning "friendly squirrels that ate from our hands" and numerous deer sightings. Campground facilities typically include clean restrooms and showers, though amenities vary by location. While most developed sites provide fire rings and picnic tables, some campers report maintenance issues like "cigarette butts all over our campsite and parking pad upon arrival." Fall visitors particularly appreciate the changing leaves, bird watching opportunities, and significantly reduced crowds compared to peak summer months.

Best Camping Sites Near Wills Point, Texas (157)

    1. Lake Tawakoni State Park Campground

    20 Reviews
    Wills Point, TX
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 560-7123

    $20 - $42 / night

    "The first weekend camping trip of 2019 found me (Dude RV)  camping in the cold and rain at Lake Tawakoni State Park. This Texas State Park is a fisherman's paradise! "

    "Easy access to Lake Towakani, which is a typical north Texas man made lake. Nice hiking trails. Clean restroom/shower facilities. Lots of deer."

    2. Canton I-20 RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Wills Point, TX
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (430) 302-3857

    $59 - $70 / night

    "The sites are large, easy to pull into, and each one has a picnic table which makes it nice to sit outside.  It’s quiet for being so close to I-20, and the park feels open and well kept. "

    3. Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni

    7 Reviews
    Lone Oak, TX
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (888) 707-1477

    "That could be why no one is there to tent camp because there are no bathrooms nearby. But it’s an area you can retreat to for quiet solitude."

    "Pool play ground, game room and a 250 yard driving range! The place could us some TLC, but I would still recommend going there! Great place if you have a boat or kayak!"

    4. Bluebonnet Ridge RV Park

    7 Reviews
    Wills Point, TX
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (972) 524-9600

    "We spent an entire month, as we typically do, in Bluebonnet Ridge RV Park in Terrell, Texas. There is a lot to really like about this campground. We would definitely stay here again."

    "Just outside DFW area."

    5. Mill Creek Ranch RV & Cottage Resort

    5 Reviews
    Canton, TX
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 567-6020

    "Great little street taco stand in walking distance great breakfast tacos. Cons- check in staff was not wearing mask. Some of the gravel and black top roads need resurfacing."

    "This resort is located close to the Canton First Monday Trades day! Very nice clean resort! They have games, fishing, swimming, hiking!"

    6. Purtis Creek State Park Campground

    24 Reviews
    Eustace, TX
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 425-2332

    $10 - $20 / night

    "Have been camping and fishing here, never had any fishing luck though, it is a pretty nice place that I think is a good representation of East Texas. Definitely worth a try!"

    "Campground Review Purtis Creek](https://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/purtis-creek) is a short hour and a half drive east of the DFW metroplex. It’s easy to get to and popular with the locals."

    7. Rockin' Sunset RV Resort

    2 Reviews
    Wills Point, TX
    12 miles
    Website

    $450 / night

    "Easy access to the DallasFt Worth Area as well as East Texas!"

    8. Wind Point Park

    5 Reviews
    Lone Oak, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 634-9463

    "Wind point park is one of my favorite parks in North texas. Inhave been going here since I was a kid. I now take my kids to this park. It still has the same family feel as always."

    "We were a bit close to our neighbors so if you’re looking for a site where you’re isolated, this is not the place for you. We were on the lake so enjoyed spectacular sunsets every night."

    9. Texas Log Cabin RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Canton, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (903) 336-1234

    $50 - $55 / night

    "It’s easy to miss as the entrance is not marked for the best."

    "Thank you HAPPY TRAILS 👣 💓"

    10. 429 Marina & RV Park

    1 Review
    Wills Point, TX
    10 miles
    +1 (903) 356-2125
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Recent Reviews near Wills Point, TX

338 Reviews of 157 Wills Point Campgrounds


  • janet S.
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Canton I-20 RV Park

    Easy to Get to, Cheap to Stay

    No complaints, best park I've seen in this area. 

    Very well maintained, large spaces, picnic tables, nice clean pool, clean laundry room and all machines working. 

    Good job.

    15 mins to Buccees :-)

  • janet S.
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Canton I-20 RV Park

    Easy to get to. Cheap to Stay.

    No complaints, best park I've seen in this area. Very well maintained, large spaces, picnic tables, nice clean pool, clean laundry room and all machines working. 

    Good job.

  • rspillers84
    Oct. 1, 2025

    Canton I-20 RV Park

    SUPER EASY ACCESS - VERY AFFORDABLE - CLOSE TO BUCCEES

    Canton I-20 RV Park is a solid spot right off the interstate. The sites are large, easy to pull into, and each one has a picnic table which makes it nice to sit outside. 

    It’s quiet for being so close to I-20, and the park feels open and well kept. 

    They’ve got a pool, showers, and restrooms that are clean and maintained, plus free laundry, which is a big bonus if you’re staying long term. 

    Utilities are included in the rent, so the price is straightforward. It’s not a resort, but it’s a comfortable, practical place to stay whether you’re traveling through or sticking around for work in the area.

  • Donna H.
    Sep. 25, 2025

    Buggy Whip Equestrian Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit

    A horse lover's campground

    We camped for 2 weeks in this campground, site 111, and with the exception of Labor Day weekend, we had the entire campground mostly to ourselves! Shady, large sites with electric and water. Large area in the middle of the campground with lovely trees and a few picnic tables. Nice equestrian/pedestrian trails. Clean and well-maintained restroom/shower facility as you come into this campground. The rangers made their rounds at least twice a day.

  • Ray & Terri F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 7, 2025

    Bright Star Campground — Cooper Lake State Park South Sulphur Unit

    Nice, very quiet, heavily wooded CG

    We have a 36 ft Class A with a Cherokee Trailhawk tow and stayed in site 25 for 1 night in early September. The CG is clean, well maintained. The CG roads are paved, as are the sites. The site pads themselves are concrete and most looked to be fairly level, but a few had a bit of slope. Most of the sites were fairly well spaced. The CG, at least on Sunday evening, was very quiet and peaceful. There were only 2 other campers while we were there, one of them the Park Host. Our site, 25, was a pull-through, but the center of it had about 4 inches of mud from a recent rain, otherwise it would just be 4 inches of dirt. A few of the back-in sites had similar situations at the junction with the road. 

    AT&T coverage was pitiful, with only 1 bar of LTE service and speeds up to 0.1 MB/s. We had a clear view to the N from the side of the site, so Starlink was fine with speeds up to 16 MB/s.

  • e
    Sep. 6, 2025

    Tyler State Park Campground

    Pretty park

    Tyler State Park is a pretty park. There are a number of hiking trails, but we were only there overnight. The lake and beach look lovely. Most of the camp sites look nice with water and electric. The bath house is clean with hot showers, but could use some paint and TLC. Sites 13, 14, and 15 were very nice especially if tent camping.

  • Bobbie S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 31, 2025

    Patriot RV Park

    Comfortable stay

    Stayed for two months for my husband's work. Park manager, Becky, was helpful and nice. They have a saltwater pool, dog park, laundry room, shower/bathrooms, trees/landscaping and access to a boat ramp. Some sites are a bit tight. We were in the top part of the campground and had no issues with it being real wet. Have heard that the lower area does have pooling of water with heavy rain. It does go away quickly, but should be aware of this if you have lots of outside things or a pet. Would stay here again.

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 6, 2025

    Shiloh on the Lake

    Great Weekend

    We stayed for the Fourth of July weekend. It was great! Full hookups large concrete pad. Perfection!

  • Jonathan E.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 27, 2025

    Lake Holbrook Park - South

    Good Quick Stop

    Decent camp area right by the water in a park. I wouldn’t say it’s secluded, but it’s quiet and there is enough space per site to pitch a tent and enjoy your time. I was the only person camping here when I went in January. There is a bit of light from nearby buildings/houses, but not bad. In all, it was sufficient for an overnight stop, but I wouldn’t necessarily want to stay for longer than that.


Guide to Wills Point

Camping sites near Wills Point, Texas sit at approximately 500 feet above sea level in the eastern part of the state. The region's Post Oak Savannah ecosystem creates a mix of grassland and woodland camping environments with oak mottes scattered throughout. Winter camping conditions remain mild with daytime temperatures typically ranging between 50-60°F, though occasional cold fronts can drop overnight temperatures below freezing.

What to Do

Fishing for catfish: Lake Tawakoni provides excellent catfish fishing opportunities with specimens reaching considerable size. At Lake Tawakoni State Park Campground, visitors report successful fishing trips. "This lake is well known for its Catfish Fisheries all around the lake which in turn causes the lake to produce very large Catfish. Upwards of 70lbs," notes one camper.

Bird watching: Fall and winter months offer prime bird watching conditions with reduced crowds. "Last time I was here it was fall and the leaves had changed and birds were everywhere. I didn't encounter very many people so, it felt like a had the place to myself. Walked along the shoreline and captured several pictures of the birds who were visiting," reports a visitor to Lake Tawakoni State Park.

Hiking on established trails: Several campgrounds offer hiking trails suitable for various skill levels. At Purtis Creek State Park Campground, "the hiking trails are well maintained. There is a small lake for fishing and a swimming area." The park features trail loops of one and two miles, with a complete circuit stretching approximately six miles.

What Campers Like

Uncrowded off-season camping: Winter camping provides a quieter experience with fewer visitors. A camper at Lake Tawakoni notes, "Fall has its advantages. The park was nearly vacant and it was easy to pay at the box since I had arrived late in the day."

Family-friendly bathrooms: Some facilities offer special bathroom accommodations. At Mill Creek Ranch RV & Cottage Resort, "bathhouse is very clean. A lot to do here." Lake Tawakoni State Park provides "individual rooms that have toilet and shower with a high lock. Really awesome if you are using shower with toddlers."

Golf cart rentals: Certain campgrounds allow golf cart rentals for easier navigation. "My kids had fun fishing and playing on the playground and LOVED that we could rent a golf cart," mentions a visitor to Mill Creek Ranch.

What You Should Know

Seasonal pest concerns: Insects can become problematic during certain periods. At Lake Tawakoni State Park, one camper advises, "Come prepared to battle the ants. We were overcome in our trailer with thousands of ants the first night, which has never happened before. We got them under control with spray after two days."

Weather-related challenges: Winter weather occasionally impacts facilities and services. A visitor to Thousand Trails Lake Tawakoni experienced "biggest ice and snow storm in 70yrs temperatures down to -2degrees below freezing for several days several inches of snow. All park water lines froze, rolling blackouts by the state, no propane available anywhere!"

Road maintenance varies: Internal roadways at campgrounds may require maintenance. One visitor to Thousand Trails notes "roads are terrible, spaces are unlevel, with no uniform length!" while others report newly improved conditions.

Tips for Camping with Families

Winter holiday events: Some parks offer special seasonal activities during holiday periods. "The park was having an event of Christmas lights. There were several campers who participated," reports a Lake Tawakoni visitor.

Playground options: Playgrounds vary significantly between campgrounds. Wind Point Park offers basic equipment including "swings, a slide, merry go round, and a see-saw type thing," though some visitors note dated facilities.

Wildlife viewing opportunities: Children can observe local wildlife at several parks. Lake Tawakoni State Park campers report, "No feral pigs which are common these days. Nice sized spaces with tent areas and tables spread out."

Tips from RVers

Site surfaces vary: RV sites feature different pad materials and leveling conditions. At Bluebonnet Ridge RV Park, "they have about 10 concrete pads, the rest are level gravel. Blacktop roads, tennis/pickle ball court, small fishing lake, laundry, pool and tiny houses."

Varying hookup availability: RV campers should confirm specific hookup needs when booking. A Thousand Trails visitor notes, "As usual for Thousand Trails never enough 50amp hookups."

RV site spacing considerations: Privacy levels between sites differ by campground. At Purtis Creek State Park, "campsites are very secluded sites with plenty of room," while other parks position sites closer together.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Wills Point, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, Wills Point, TX offers a wide range of camping options, with 157 campgrounds and RV parks near Wills Point, TX and 2 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Wills Point, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Wills Point, TX is Lake Tawakoni State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 20 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Wills Point, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 2 free dispersed camping spots near Wills Point, TX.

What parks are near Wills Point, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 26 parks near Wills Point, TX that allow camping, notably Lavon Lake and Bardwell Lake.