Rusk Depot Campground
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Reviewed Dec. 17, 2022

Full hookups in the pine trees

Took a chance on this campground because many reviews on various websites  were bad and many were old...Used to be a TX state park but was "decommissioned" evidently. It is not the most maintained campground, but it is a small loop with pull-in sites w/ full hookups. The bathroom didnt seem maintained much, but we have a camper, so don't have need for the bathrooms. The texas state RR train engine car came through one time in the afternoon to turn around to pull the train back to palestine...that's pretty unique and a cool thing at a campsite IMO.

our group loved this place--albeit a very different experience if you are used to well-maintained KOAs etc, but for those that are self contained and just want to hang out/camp, it's a cool place. Had a nice walk around the historic train depot and the little pond behind it. we camped in october and It was very "fall vibes" with all the super tall pine trees and we thought it was a hidden gem and appropriately priced for what you get (ie: it's not priced like a KOA, so don't expect similar amenities--but there are good things about that too--it's not packed with people!!). Not sure I'd make a super long destination out of it if you're  too far away, but We will be back since it's close to camp here!

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  • Review photo of Rusk Depot Campground by Lisa P., December 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Rusk Depot Campground by Lisa P., December 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Rusk Depot Campground by Lisa P., December 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Rusk Depot Campground by Lisa P., December 17, 2022
  • Review photo of Rusk Depot Campground by Lisa P., December 17, 2022