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Looking for the best camping in Texas? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Texas. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.

Top Camping Spots in and near Texas

  • Canyon, Texas

    Hike Juniper Cliffside Trail And Juniper Riverside Trail Loop

    2 mi / 177 ft gain
    Juniper Cliffside Trail and Juniper Riverside Trail Loop is a 2 mile loop hike that takes you by a river located near Canyon, TX.
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  • Richards, Texas

    Hike the Lone Star Hiking Trail: Trailhead 1 to Lake Conroe

    20 mi / 450 ft gain
    The Trail Trailhead #1 of the Lone Star Hiking Trail puts you in an isolated part of East Texas where you can truly experience nature and peace. The trails are marked with squares and are normally well kept and clean, but you will have to navigate over fallen trees and through muddy creek bottoms...
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  • Bandera, Texas

    Hike the Medina Loop

    5 mi / 1800 ft gain
    The Photos as seen above are from the Medina Loop hike.  I'll preface by saying that this isn't the hike I went to the park for, yet I'm incredibly satisfied with the experience.   The Medina loop had everything you'd want in a hike.  Mixed terrains, wildlife to watch, and glimpses of expansive v...
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  • Vanderpool, Texas

    Hike Lost Maples East And West Canyon

    5.0
    11.3 mi / 1 ft gain
    The Lost Maples East and West Canyon trail is an 11.30 mile out-and-back hike located in Lost Maples State Park, right outside of Vanderpool, Texas. The trail provides scenic overlooks, beautiful maple trees, and an abundance of nature. The trail, along with the park, is most known for its beauti...
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  • New Waverly, Texas

    Coloneh Trail

    4.0
    1.12 mi / 223 ft gain
    Coloneh Trail is a relatively short out-and-back trail in Huntsville State Park located near Huntsville, TX. The trail runs adjacent to Raven Lake with nearby campgrounds on several inlets of the lake. Along the trail, there is a fair amount of shade, but keep an eye out for roots and watch your ...
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  • Richards, Texas

    Lone Star Hiking Trail

    95.52 mi / 5728 ft gain
    Lone Star Hiking Trail is a long point-to-point trail located near Richards, TX. Make sure you have a shuttle car or ride arranged at your end destination. 
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  • Pittsburg, Texas

    Lake Bob Trail Loop

    5.0
    6.29 mi / 351 ft gain
    Lake Bob Trail in Lake Bob Sandlin State Park is a 6.3 loop trail where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Winfield, TX. The trail is well-marked and has signs describing the flowers and plants you see along the trail. There are a few ups and downs along the trail, but not major elev...
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  • Glen Rose, Texas

    Paluxy River Trail

    5.0
    3.89 mi / 502 ft gain
    Paluxy River Trail is an out-and-back hike that follows along the Paluxy River in Dinosaur Valley State Park located near Glen Rose, TX. This trail is relatively flat, making for a good hike for the family especially since it's an out-and-back and you can turnaround early if needed.  This trail ...
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  • Culberson County, Texas

    Pratt Lodge Via McKittrick Canyon Trail

    4.8 mi / 341 ft gain
    Pratt Lodge via McKittrick Canyon Trail is a 4.8 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Salt Flat, TX.
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  • Sulphur Springs, Texas

    Oak Grove Campground

    5.0
    The Oak Grove camping area is a walk in site directly by the lake that includes some waterfront spots. Bathroom/shower is nearby. The 15 campsites are approximately 100 yards from the parking area. Up to 8 guests are allowed per campsite and pets are allowed at this campground. For additional in...
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  • Johnson City, Texas

    Hike Juniper Spring Via Wolf Mountain And Juniper Ridge

    8.4 mi / 462 ft gain
    Juniper Spring via Wolf Mountain and Juniper Ridge is a 8.4 mile loop hike within Pedernales Falls State Park, right outside of Johnson City, Texas. This trail is moderately trafficked. The trail is pretty wide and great for all sorts of exercising and social distancing. The trail is relatively ...
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  • Big Bend National Park, Texas

    Hike South Rim Trail Boot Springs Trail

    11 mi / 2 ft gain
    Emory Peak via South Rim Trail and Boot Springs Trail is a 14.9 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Big Bend National Park, TX.
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