The best treehouse rentals near Athens, Texas

Looking to go camping near Athens, Texas? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 792 options available, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your accommodation preferences, activity/terrain preferences, and budget. Whether you're looking for a cozy cabin, a spacious RV site, or a secluded tent spot, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Coyote Creek Farm (160 reviews), Big Rocks on the Brazos (159 reviews), and The Morris Manor and Retreat (122 reviews) to see what other campers have loved. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like campfires, pets, and potable water. Get ready for a camping adventure filled with boating, swimming, and horseback riding. The average price per night is $40, with options as low as $10. Start planning your camping trip today!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Texas Safari Camp

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34mi from Athens · 54 sites · Tents, Lodging · Kaufman, TX

Welcome to Texas Safari Camp Come escape to a heavily wooded 31 acre pristine wildlife habitat. Only one hour east of Dallas but it feels like another world. At the end of a one lane rock road- this is a very secluded property. It is perfect for tent camping groups and individuals, has a very positive vibe and is more peaceful than most state parks. It adjoins a 950 acre wildlife park with 1200 exotic animals. Many can be seen from the road or you can pay to drive through and feed the animals. Your host is Randall Oliver. He has been organizing group campouts for years and enjoys hosting, bringing people together and inspiring a love of nature, camping and paddling. Everyone is welcome and campers are treated like family. He can teach your kids to kayak and build a camp fire. You can fish for largemouth bass, cat, crappy and bluegill in the two ponds and swim, paddle kayaks and paddle boards, hike the jungle trail and socialize around the campfires. There are no designated campsites. You can camp anywhere except between the green building and the front pond. No vehicles are allowed back on the property. Off road wagons are provided to help haul your gear. Front pond camping areas are 30-100 yards from parking area. The rear pond is more secluded but farther from the parking and outhouse. There are four fire pits around the front pond and one next to the rear pond. The tiny handcrafted Hummingbird Tree House is perched on an elevated deck overlooking the front pond. and features a queen bed, a bed in the loft for two small kids, electricity, lights, fan, hummingbird stained glass windows, screened operable windows and a screened, operable porthole window in the kids loft. The deck has lights, tables and chairs and outdoor table and chairs and a thatch covered umbrella. There is no heat or AC in the tree house. You must bring your own sleeping bags, blankets and pillows. No food, smoking or pets allowed in the tree house. There is a rustic outhouse with a modern composting toilet, sink, faucet, lights, soap, etc. and a nearby cold water outdoor shower (no privacy), sink, counter and faucet. Use of firepit and grill, kayaks and paddleboards, rod & reels, hammocks, swinging chair and tire swing is included. Firewood can be purchased $1 per stick

Looking to go camping near Athens, Texas? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 792 options available, you'll find the perfect campsite to suit your accommodation preferences, activity/terrain preferences, and budget. Whether you're looking for a cozy cabin, a spacious RV site, or a secluded tent spot, Hipcamp has got you covered. Check out top campsites like Coyote Creek Farm (160 reviews), Big Rocks on the Brazos (159 reviews), and The Morris Manor and Retreat (122 reviews) to see what other campers have loved. Plus, you'll have access to popular amenities like campfires, pets, and potable water. Get ready for a camping adventure filled with boating, swimming, and horseback riding. The average price per night is $40, with options as low as $10. Start planning your camping trip today!

98% (161)

Top-rated campgrounds

1. Texas Safari Camp

99%

(115)

34mi from Athens · 54 sites · Tents, Lodging · Kaufman, TX

Welcome to Texas Safari Camp Come escape to a heavily wooded 31 acre pristine wildlife habitat. Only one hour east of Dallas but it feels like another world. At the end of a one lane rock road- this is a very secluded property. It is perfect for tent camping groups and individuals, has a very positive vibe and is more peaceful than most state parks. It adjoins a 950 acre wildlife park with 1200 exotic animals. Many can be seen from the road or you can pay to drive through and feed the animals. Your host is Randall Oliver. He has been organizing group campouts for years and enjoys hosting, bringing people together and inspiring a love of nature, camping and paddling. Everyone is welcome and campers are treated like family. He can teach your kids to kayak and build a camp fire. You can fish for largemouth bass, cat, crappy and bluegill in the two ponds and swim, paddle kayaks and paddle boards, hike the jungle trail and socialize around the campfires. There are no designated campsites. You can camp anywhere except between the green building and the front pond. No vehicles are allowed back on the property. Off road wagons are provided to help haul your gear. Front pond camping areas are 30-100 yards from parking area. The rear pond is more secluded but farther from the parking and outhouse. There are four fire pits around the front pond and one next to the rear pond. The tiny handcrafted Hummingbird Tree House is perched on an elevated deck overlooking the front pond. and features a queen bed, a bed in the loft for two small kids, electricity, lights, fan, hummingbird stained glass windows, screened operable windows and a screened, operable porthole window in the kids loft. The deck has lights, tables and chairs and outdoor table and chairs and a thatch covered umbrella. There is no heat or AC in the tree house. You must bring your own sleeping bags, blankets and pillows. No food, smoking or pets allowed in the tree house. There is a rustic outhouse with a modern composting toilet, sink, faucet, lights, soap, etc. and a nearby cold water outdoor shower (no privacy), sink, counter and faucet. Use of firepit and grill, kayaks and paddleboards, rod & reels, hammocks, swinging chair and tire swing is included. Firewood can be purchased $1 per stick

Stories from the community

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Elaine

2 weeks ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

This was one of our best camping trips! My 7 year old grandson loved it. I felt safe about allowing him to be independent. The sites are beautiful. We stayed in the Tree House which was very quant and comfortable. Viewing the night sky from the deck was incredible. Rand is an amazing host! He is very friendly and informative. We would definitely do this again. My grandson said he can’t wait to bring his parents.

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Saher

3 weeks ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Clean and cute treehouse was a treat! Comfy beds, outlets! Very hospitable hosts, ready to help’

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Kristin

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Our family really enjoyed Randall’s place! Our three boys were able to fish, kayak, and camp. We had beautiful weather, and Randall is an amazing host! Excited to return! Opa!

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alejandra

September 2025

With kids

1 night at Texas Safari Camp

We loved our stay at the tree house! It was so calm, quiet, and relaxing, surrounded by beautiful scenery. The space felt private and peaceful, and our host was kind and welcoming. A perfect spot to unwind and recharge — highly recommend!

Corinne

September 2025

With kids

1 night at Texas Safari Camp

The Hummingbird House was perfect! So cozy and comfortable for a late summer campout. Randall was very accommodating and friendly and we would definitely stay here again.

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Kristina

August 2025

1 night at Texas Safari Camp

The hummingbird treehouse was enchanting! Perfect view of the sunset overlooking the pond ! Randall was very welcoming and generous :). The outhouse is very clean and despite it being August and hot in Texas, the insects were not a problem! Also the fan in the treehouse kept us cool all night after a refreshing cold outdoor shower. The treehouse was such a cute romantic getaway spot along our roadtrip! Highly recommend, will be back :)

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Sara

July 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Enjoyed staying at the treehouse, beautiful grounds, pretty lake view, peaceful and relaxing. If you get a chance to visit, please do.

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Sarah

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Randall was very accommodating and had great communication! I stayed in the treehouse with my 2 kids and we all loved it and slept well. Its a very peaceful area and we were able to enjoy waking up next to the pond, catching a few fish and getting on the water with kayaks and paddleboards that were available to use. Definitely made some memories!

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Tara

April 2025

With kids

1 night at Texas Safari Camp

Very beautiful place!!! The host is very nice and extremely accommodating!

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Jessica

April 2025

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Absolutely beautiful, very kind host. Will definitely be back!!

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Kristin

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

I have camped at Randal’s place many times but this was my first time sleeping in his treehouse. It looks very rustic and I loved the hummingbird stained glass window! The bed was comfortable and I slept well on it. It was a bit warm at night so I am glad to be able to use the electric outlet available to plug in my phone. A thunderstorm rolled in overnight but the treehouse was well insulated so no water got in. I definitely want to stay there again sometime!

Abigail

March 2025

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Randall was the kindest, most respectful, intentional, and delightful host. He met us at our truck when we arrived and gave us a tour and even invited us to join him by the fire and hear about how this Hipcamp came to be. The cabin is clean, sturdy, comfortable, and so cute. The queen mattress is very comfy. The bathroom is clean and easily accessible. The land is peaceful, private, and well maintained. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back!

Cody

March 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

This was our first time using HIPCAMP and it was a blast! My 2 boys (9 and 5) loved it. We caught some fish and the host even heated up our pizza for us! Awesome experience!

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Sabine

January 2025

1 night at Texas Safari Camp

What a perfect way and place to spend New Year’s Eve!! The setting is amazing! We spent the evening at the campfire with fellow campers and spent the next day enjoying the beautiful area and nature. Randall is the perfect host and made our stay even more special. Highly recommend - we will be back!!

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Abbey

December 2024

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Randall’s place is very secluded at the end of a country road, next to a nice pond. Big, beautiful trees shade the property

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Jesse

December 2024

1 night at Texas Safari Camp

We really enjoyed our stay here. The environment was great, and the host was very friendly. Would definitely visit again.

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Lauren

November 2024

Weekend Trip to Texas Safari Camp

Enjoyed our 2-night stay in the treehouse. The property is beautiful and peaceful and feels tucked away and timeless. The host Randall has put so much thought and detail into the campsite, providing really handy amenities like wagons, nightlights, and firewood. We’ll be back!

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October 2024

6 nights at Texas Safari Camp

This is a great place to get away from the city! The property is quiet, secluded, and the tent sites and treehouse all have a lot of space between them. Mr. Randall is an excellent host who was readily available and willing to answer any and all questions before and during the stay. Definitely a good find!