The best ranch campgrounds near Ballinger, Texas

Set up camp on a working ranch near Ballinger and swap city noise for the crunch of dry grass under your boots. With over a dozen ranch stays in the area, you’ll find spots where windmills spin against the horizon and cattle graze nearby. The average night runs about $50, but you can snag a site for as low as $30. Top picks include Windmill sights at night! (3 reviews), where you can stargaze beside classic Texas windmills, and The Chaparral Ranch HipCamp (1 review), known for open sky and roomy sites. Toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly policies make it easy to relax. Spend your days fishing, climbing, or spotting wildlife in the brush—just remember, ranch camping means you’re sharing space with both locals and longhorns.

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Set up camp on a working ranch near Ballinger and swap city noise for the crunch of dry grass under your boots. With over a dozen ranch stays in the area, you’ll find spots where windmills spin against the horizon and cattle graze nearby. The average night runs about $50, but you can snag a site for as low as $30. Top picks include Windmill sights at night! (3 reviews), where you can stargaze beside classic Texas windmills, and The Chaparral Ranch HipCamp (1 review), known for open sky and roomy sites. Toilets, campfires, and pet-friendly policies make it easy to relax. Spend your days fishing, climbing, or spotting wildlife in the brush—just remember, ranch camping means you’re sharing space with both locals and longhorns.

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1. Big Stars Farm

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29mi from Ballinger · 3 sites · Tents, RVs · Ovalo, TX

Big Stars Farm is a partnership between a ranch gal and a farm guy that raises grass fed beef as well as other farm products. The farm has been in our family for over 30 years and we consider it on of our biggest honors to care for it.Guests are welcome to tour our farmyard and pet our curious cows including our infamous Lefty the Longhorn- she has a heart as big as Texas despite her crooked horns she is our local celeb!

2. Windmill sights at night!

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38mi from Ballinger · 20 sites · Tents, RVs · Buffalo Gap, TX

We have WATER and POWER and are ready to host your RV stay! We have our 20/50 outlet plug ready for RV stay. There is a nice area for parking and picnicking. Please make sure to have an adapter if you are coming with a 30-amp RV. Ten-acre property with open fields, fenced in, trees, grass, small mountains, and windmills. The property is right outside of Abilene. About 15 minutes, Southwest. it is 10 minutes from the Abilene state park where you can visit Lake abilene and hit up many of the mountain trails. There are also many universities to visit alongside an army base.

3. Miles High Retreat

15mi from Ballinger · 9 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Miles, TX

Discover your haven at All About Outdoors Camping and RV, situated amidst the tranquil countryside in Miles, TX. An array of delightful experiences awaits you. Immerse yourself in nature's tranquility, indulge in outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and biking, or simply soak in the breathtaking beauty of the sunsets. Escape the digital world and create everlasting memories with loved ones in our 2 cozy cabins or at one of our 38 camping sites for both RV and tent enthusiasts. Find your perfect retreat with us, whether it's a quick getaway or a longer stay, and enjoy the serene atmosphere and countless possibilities for outdoor adventure.

4. Waypoint Ranch

49mi from Ballinger · 1 site · Tent, RV · Brownwood, TX

Experience peaceful relaxation and adventure all in one place! You can bring your RV on the property or your tent or use our RV all for the same price. Bring your boat too — lake and beach access are just 7 minutes away. At night, enjoy a magical atmosphere as warm lights strung through the trees safely guide you around the property, perfect for evening walks and gathering around the campfire. Explore under the open sky and rediscover the forgotten wonder of the stars. Power is conveniently available through a generator for our RV and for the lights at night, with easy refueling using our provided 5-gallon gas can. The RV also includes a toilet and shower for your comfort. While there’s no running water on-site, we recommend bringing a small water supply for short showers and toilet use. Our family uses a 5-gallon Igloo water jug, which provides plenty for a relaxing stay. Come unwind, explore, and enjoy the simple beauty of nature — we look forward to hosting you!

Stories from the community

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Aaron

October 2025

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2 nights at Big Stars Farm

Absolutely loved it! It was clean & quiet, with plenty of places to walk/explore. Samantha and everyone were very friendly and helpful. The horses were very friendly. The sunsets over the water are gorgeous. It’s a dark place, but I went on a full moon. It was beautiful. Overall, a great place for a relaxing getaway..