Hikers and water enthusiasts will find diverse recreation options at Cross Timbers, where forested sites provide electric, water, and sewer hookups within Lake Mineral Wells State Park. The campground accommodates RVs up to 20 feet and welcomes tent campers year-round at $16 per night. Sites are spaced well apart through the wooded terrain, with some positioned on a small bluff overlooking the lake.
The park's trail system offers varying difficulty levels, with rocky terrain that challenges navigation skills. Rock climbing opportunities exist at Penitentiary Hollow, though climbers should bring 15-20 foot slings due to widely spaced anchors. Lake access supports swimming, fishing, and paddleboard launches directly from certain campsites. Wildlife sightings include deer wandering through camp and coyotes calling in the distance after dark.
Clean restrooms and shower facilities serve the campground, with a camp store providing supplies and reasonable kayak rental rates. The park closes its gates at 10 PM, requiring an access code for late arrivals. Deborah C. found it "great for biking, hiking, swimming and fishing" during her family's stay.
Cross Timbers works well for campers wanting full hookups with lake access, though some sites offer limited privacy due to close spacing. The proximity to the Dallas-Fort Worth area makes it convenient for weekend getaways, while separate loops accommodate equestrian camping for those traveling with horses.
Description
Sites #89-108 in the Cross Timbers Camping Area. Non-equestrian tent camping and small trailers (20 feet or less) are also allowed in these sites. Sites have pull-off parking; they do not have electricity. Maximum combination of people and/or horses is eight per site. Be prepared to use a "string line" to secure horses; do not tie horses to trees or shrubs. You must dispose of manure and waste hay. All horses need a negative Coggins test less than 12 months old.
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Location
Public CampgroundCross Timbers — Lake Mineral Wells State Park is located in Texas
Directions
From Fort Worth: Take I-20 west out of Ft. Worth. Take Exit 405 toward Ric Williamson Memorial Hwy. At the end of the off ramp turn right onto Ric Williamson Memorial Hwy. 1.4 miles ahead you will come to an intersection, stay straight. .33 of a mile you will come to another intersection, stay straight. 0.64 of a mile you will make a left hand turn onto 180 West. From this intersection you will travel approximately 12.9 miles. At the city limit sign to Mineral Wells you will see a sign Park Road 71, turn right and go .75 miles to Park Headquarters. From Abilene: Take I 20 East to exit 386, Hwy 281. Go North on Hwy 281 to Mineral Wells, approximately 14 miles. Take Hwy 180 East about 3 miles. Park is on the left directly off Hwy 180 on Park Road 71.
Address
100 PARK ROAD 71
Mineral Wells, TX 76067
Coordinates
32.83191035 N
98.03755067 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 users
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 1/27/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 1 hr 15 min from Dallas, TX
- 1 hr 26 min from Wichita Falls, TX
- 1 hr 56 min from Sherman, TX
- 1 hr 58 min from Waco, TX
