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Texas Safari Camp
54 sites · Lodging, Tents31 acres · Kaufman, TX
Welcome to Texas Safari Camp
Escape the stresses of city living on this heavily wooded 31 acre pristine wildlife habitat. Relax your body, refresh your mind, heart and spirit. Only one hour east of Dallas but it feels like another world. This piece of east Texas paradise is 20 minutes from Buc-ee's, restaurants, grocery stores and about 25 minutes from Canton First Monday.
We offer a much more personal experience than any State Park. Your host is Randall Oliver, a woodworking artist whose energy, creative vision and love of the outdoors have transformed this property into the jewel that it is. He has been organizing group campouts for 30 years and enjoys hosting, bringing people together and inspiring a passion for the outdoors. Everyone is sincerely welcomed regardless of race, religion, color, creed or sexual orientation. Randall enjoys sitting around the campfire with his guests, sharing stories, laughter and good will. He can teach your kids how to build a campfire and paddle a kayak. This property is his back yard and the people who camp here are treated like family.
One of our most popular traditions is our Saturday night potluck dinner. Sharing food is the most social thing people can do. It is usually served indoors around 6:30 and it is always a feast! Some folks will eat indoors, some will eat outside around the campfire. After dinner everyone needs to help with the kitchen cleanup. Participation is optional, just bring a real food contribution and join us!
At the end of a one lane rock road- this is a very secluded, QUIET and safe property. It is perfect for tent campers (sorry no RV's) with abundant clean, flat tent sites. It's positive vibe attracts good people (including a lot of first time campers) and is more peaceful and relaxing than most state parks. It is next to a 950 acre wildlife park. The Texas Zoofari Park has 900 exotic animals, many can be seen from the road (or you can pay to drive through). This can make for some interesting wildlife noises while sitting around a campfire. While it adjoins the wildlife park on two sides, Texas Safari Camp is in no way affiliated with Texas Zoofari Park.
This is an environmentally important property and is part of the largest virgin, old-growth forest in Kaufman county. The only clearing has been done around the ponds. No hunting is allowed. It has never been in ag use and all of the native brush and cover has been left to benefit the wildlife.
Imagine two ponds in the middle of a forest. Enjoy swimming and kayaking in the clear water front pond. Kayaks and paddleboards are available on request. Both ponds are stocked with bass, cat, crappie and bluegill. You can hike the jungle trail back to a peaceful, secluded seating and hammock area we call Heaven.
There is plenty of room for camping around the front pond and four established communal fire pits. You can camp on the front berm for an elevated view of the property. The back pond has two camping areas with firepits. Deep in the jungle, it offers a higher degree of seclusion but it is farther from the parking areas and outhouses.
There are no preassigned campsites- it is first come first serve. Camping is $22 per person per night. Kids 12 and under are $12.00 per kid per night. Day visits are $12 each for kids and adults, payable in cash upon arrival. Friendly, non barking and leashed dogs are allowed for free. Most people camp around the front pond but you can camp anywhere. Campfires are restricted to the existing fire rings.
There is a rustic outhouse with a modern, ventilated composting toilet and sink and a hummingbird window touch of class. Water and electricity is available behind my home as well as an open air cold water shower.
The hand crafted Hummingbird Treehouse has leaded glass windows, screened operable windows and a loft sleeping area with an operable porthole window. It overlooks the front pond and features a full size bed, lights and outdoor tables and chairs. Bring your own sleeping bags to enjoy this comfortable and classy alternative to tent camping. It rents for $80 per night for two people. No food, smoking or pets are allowed in the tree house.
Texas Safari Camp Rules
There are no specific site reservations so it’s first come, first served. Tent camping only- no vehicles allowed on the property. Off road wagons are provided for hauling your gear back to camp. Front pond camping areas are 30-100 yards from the two parking areas. Wagons must be returned to parking area after being unloaded.
Careful, humane catch and release fishing only in the two ponds and only single, barbless hooks are allowed.
There is some split firewood and you can gather and burn sticks off the ground. Bring your own firewood is case we are running low. No chainsaws, no cutting, carving or harvesting wood from trees. All garbage (including food scraps) must be packed out. No burning of garbage.
Parents of non swimming children must provide a personal flotation device (PFD / life jacket) and personally supervise their swimming. No sun block or insect repellent can be used by swimmers.
All forms of hunting, guns, bow and arrows, bb guns, slingshots and weapons of any kind are forbidden.
No electronic music is allowed (without ear buds), acoustic music is allowed but there is a 10pm to 8am curfew for noise.
Campers must be respectful of the property and other campers. Auto alarms must be disabled. Loud, vulgar and drunken behavior, fireworks, generators or anything that disrupts the peace and tranquility of the property is forbidden. Property has minimal cellular service.
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The Indigo Hills Prairie & Wildflow
250 sites · Lodging50 acres · Farmersville, TX
The very best native blackland prairie known to exist in the world. The prairie is surrounded by trees with plenty of shade for camping. If you get hot, take a swim in the spring fed pond that has cool water currents in certain spots. Or take the kids fishing off the fishing pier, and if they don't catch one, I'll give your money back. Come see us, enjoy nature and have fun.
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Wild 2 Wonderful Ranch
15 sites · RVs, Tents56 acres · Mansfield, TX
(((Special event:: Solar Eclipse:: April 8th Afternoon, Book now and receive a Free Pair of Optical Quality, Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses and a Free Bundle of Firewood))) Our Open Prairie Area is perfect for viewing the Solar Eclipse or Starry Night Skies.
Wild 2 Wonderful Ranch has 4 generations, Living on Ranch, We are right outside Mansfield Texas city limits. We are hard at work reclaiming the land to make it a park like setting. You are 2.25 miles from old Downtown Mansfield. ( Several quaint shops and restaurants )
There are large open areas and also forest areas. Sit outside and watch the stars and the wildlife, enjoy the peace and quiet of the country with city and stores close by
Our camping areas are large and accommodate large groups or small ones
Joe Pool Lake is within 10 miles
Texas Ranger Stadium (Globe life field)
21 miles
AT&T Stadium ( Dallas Cowboys stadium) 21 miles
Traders Village Flea Market 16 miles
Hawaiian Falls water park 6.8 miles
Six Flags over Texas 20 miles
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor 22 miles
Downtown Dallas Historic District 37 miles
Ft Worth Stock Yards 25 miles
Parks Mall at Arlington 16 miles
State Hwy 287 3.5 miles
State Hwy 360 5.9 miles
Interstate 20 16 miles
Mans Best Field Dog park. 1.8 miles
Ft worth Botanical Gardens 26 miles
Ft worth Water Gardens 23 miles
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A Little Piece of Paradise
83 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents150 acres · Terrell, TX
A little piece of paradise, a rustic country place near the sky to breathe fresh air, hear the birds sing, fish if you like fishing, enough space to walk among the trees and enjoy nature, if you are lucky you will see the deer or wild pigs .
The property has a house, a cabin and in the middle of the two there is a pool next to a small lake (if Reserve it 3 nights the pool be came exclusive), a barbecue gas grill and tables for a small pool party
The property is outside of the city limits but is close to the city, 15 minutes from walmart. If you have specific questions fill free to text. Wifi upon request.
We have deer during the season, wild hogs, a temporary river, creek, several ponds to fish, area to to ride ATVs, many trees, plus we are working in developing for more activities in the future
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Llama Land Ranch
112 sites · RVs, Tents101 acres · Tool, TX
Property has been in family since 1987. The land has a rich history of wild boars and other wildlife. There is a live creek that runs along one of the property lines and is 50 ft deep.
Pastures are mowed three times a year and always look beautiful. There is some
terrain that is rough and the land has not been traveled. Bring machetes and a compass (We are not a rescue team). The land is ready to be loved by our visitors.
The llamas will come to greet you and so will many more things in this wonderful place. We are conveniently located in a secluded area, but just a short drive from many local conveniences.
Come enjoy the beautiful landscape and make memories you can treasure forever.
You can also check out our website at www.llamalandranch.com
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Hamm’s Hideout
2 sites · RVs, Tents35 acres · Palmer, TX
35 acres of prairie land. We have both heavily wooded areas and open camping areas. We are located just 40 minutes south of Dallas. There is a pond and fire pit located on the property. Perfect area for star gazing..
This is a total primitive property. if you wanna rough it for a few days, this is the spot!
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Rebecca W.’s Land
5 sites · RVs, Tents130 acres · Farmersville, TX
Learn more about this land:130 Acres of rolling hills and highly contoured and wooded areas woven around 4 ponds and 15’ canyons on the property. Explore, hike, fish. See if you can locate the natural spring. Many secluded wooded sites as well as open spaces to choose from. Watch the cattle graze the hillside and watch the beautiful sunset from many beautiful seclude settings. You might see deer in season, or see a new born calf. Cute historic town 5 minutes away.
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Trickle Creek Ranch
9 sites · RVs12 acres · Azle, TX
Trickle Creek Ranch was once a dairy, we purchased it 15 years ago and it has become a hobby ranch. We are also collector's of vintage RV's and currently have a 1952 Spartanette and 1968 Chinook on the property. There are miniature horses and longhorn cattle that roam the 12 acres. We have added RV spaces to share the ranch experience with others.
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Cyndarosa Estate, wooded
10 sites · Tents5 acres · Alvarado, TX
5 acres of mostly wooded area, rural farming area with cows, horses, sheep and goats in viewing area. Rodeo’s 5 times a year. March 19 2022 first rodeo of the year in the neighborhood within walking distance around the corner. Extra fee required for Rodeo.
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RODEO IN NEIGHBORING PROPERTY MARCH 19 2022. Creek,hiking,bird watching,siting of cows,horses,sheep, rabbits. Area for bond fire., electric provided if need, porta john provided ,5 gallon water provided for extra fee, local rodeo in neighboring property 5 times a year for extra fee, horseback riding for extra fee. Camping with tents available in wooded area or non wooded area.
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Copper Can
2 sites · Lodging7 acres · Pilot Point, TX
Lake Ray Roberts was still filling up. There were hardly any large horse farms surrounding us when we moved from Dallas to get away from the cement jungle to enjoy our little slice of heaven. Slowly, unfortunately, ever so surely, the big fancy horse farms and city people with bulldozers became our neighbors. As all the surrounding properties lost its trees to make room for big houses with big gates out front we hung on tight to our little seven wooded acres which had become refuge for the wildlife being pushed off the property they once called home. Until Lynn became disabled the red A-frame Cabin was used as her office and we converted the barn into our house which is behind the privacy fence from the Cabin. Shortly before January 1, 2016 one of our backdoor neighbors who is a professional fisherman said: "I guarantee it, if you will rent that Cabin out to fisherman it will stay booked solid." So, we set out to become the best kept secret in the fishing world - the best place for fishermen to stay. Just like those fishing holes that you don't want anyone else to find out about, sure enough word spread and the secret was out. The fisherman that had stayed while fishing tournaments told their friends and family about the Cabin and before long we had families staying for vacations, bachelorettes having parties, parents throwing birthday parties for their kids, girl's night out, anniversaries, after prom parties, romantic getaways, executive travelers, extended stays, and yes, still those fisherman. In 2018 we added the Copper Can for couples only and the occasional additional friends wanting to throw up a tent outside or sleep on the daybeds located on the top deck of the Copper Can. Now, we have guests booking their stay a year in advance just to make sure they get to stay on the date they desire.Considered the poor stepchild of the area, no advertisement out front, no big fancy gate, if you aren't looking for us you'll never find us. Isn't it time you came home to your little red Cabin and its sidekick the Copper Can where memories are made? See you soon whatever the case may be. Let us spoil you. We'll make it ready just for you and yours. Learn more about this land:Luxury in the middle of a wooded pasture on seven acres two miles from Isle du Bois State Park at Lake Ray Roberts. Space to pitch a tent, plenty of parking for a boat, full size deck on top with daybeds, and luxury inside the 53' Copper Can with full-size modern kitchen, rain shower and Japanese soaker tub, washer/dryer combo, 10' sofa in front of ethanol burning fireplace and wall-mounted HDTV, vibrating adjustable queen-size bed, live edge black walnut bench and table for dining, Chandelier that projects shadows throughout as if you're in a mystical forest. Front porch, Fire pit, charcoal BBQ grill and outdoor furniture for your exceptional experience.
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Shiloh Homestead
2 sites · RVs7 acres · Midlothian, TX
We are a multigenerational homestead and we love to share our property, animals, and flowers with others! Our 7 acres is a small haven set on the Midlothian/Waxahachie line. We are a dry family-friendly community.
In the spring, flowers blanket our fields.
The tent sites are in the trees on a small creek that serves as the border for our property.
The r.v. site is not as private, but has an electric hookup.
Fire pits and firewood are provided at all sites.
We are in the path for the 2024 April 8 Solar Eclipse. Any bookings on the night of April 7 will include a complimentary Texas BBQ meal for all of our guests. We will also have stargazing and other activities on the Eclipse weekend.
We have a small bathroom near the r.v. site and a couple minute walk from the campsites.
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Paradise acres
1 site · Lodging35 acres · Blue Ridge, TX
Nice slice of north tx heaven. Very quiet=and peaceful very secluded there is three ponds for fishing. There is trails and a creek to hike there's fire pits camping is allowed RVs are allowed parties are allowed. Any other questions please ask very laid back environment hunting and fishing is allowed guns allowed bonfires permitted if safe. conditions exist/
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