The best campgrounds near Brenham, Texas with horseback riding

Looking to go camping near Brenham, Texas? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 800 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your adventure. Whether you prefer RV camping, tent camping, or something in between, there's an accommodation style for everyone. Plus, with top campsites like Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway (321 reviews), The Best Dam Spot (292 reviews), and Texas Music River Ranch (187 reviews), you can trust that you're choosing from the best. Prices start as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $45. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and the ability to bring your furry friends along. And with activities like swimming, whitewater paddling, and paddling available, there's no shortage of fun to be had. So pack your bags and get ready for a memorable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

Looking to go camping near Brenham, Texas? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 800 options in the area, you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your adventure. Whether you prefer RV camping, tent camping, or something in between, there's an accommodation style for everyone. Plus, with top campsites like Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway (321 reviews), The Best Dam Spot (292 reviews), and Texas Music River Ranch (187 reviews), you can trust that you're choosing from the best. Prices start as low as $5 per night, with an average price of $45. Enjoy popular amenities like campfires, potable water, and the ability to bring your furry friends along. And with activities like swimming, whitewater paddling, and paddling available, there's no shortage of fun to be had. So pack your bags and get ready for a memorable camping experience!

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. 5D RANCH

99%

(2925)

29mi from Brenham · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · Navasota, TX

Welcome to 5D Ranch in Navasota, TX. We’re located 60 miles North of Houston and just 2.5 hours from Austin. We have over 14 miles of trails, 2 fishing ponds, 4 boats that are free to use, and great views of the night sky. With 24 unique campsites, we’re sure to have one that fits your needs! We also can provide rentals of camping essentials, a S'mores package and we offer a meet the ponies session that can be scheduled upon your arrival. We can’t wait to host you! Don't forget to ask us about our farm fresh eggs!

2. Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp

94%

(225)

36mi from Brenham · 52 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Plantersville, TX

Bring your friends and family and hide away at Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp! You are entering a stress free, tree-filled zone... Find us on Outpost203.com! Wooded glampground in Plantersville, TX. Fully furnished glamping canvas bell tents, with premier tents on platforms with electric (and Kuerig coffee pots and coffee!). Sleep 2 - 6 comfortably, depending on the size tent. Tents range in size from 10 - 16 feet. New fully furnished cabins are available to rent too! Kitchens/kitchenettes, full bathrooms, etc - Big Tex, Lil' Tex and The Ren Shack, sleep 4 - 9 people each depending on the cabin size. Glamping vintage trailers are available too, and are also fully furnished with electric, kitchens and bathrooms, and sleep 2-3 people each. Or bring your own small to mid-size RV, tent, or car/truck/van and pick a cool cleared or primitive site of your choice, camp anywhere. We also have 3 electric 30 Amp hookup available. The camp is surrounded by farms and ranches, wineries offering music options (one is dog friendly!). Lake Conroe is 20 minutes to the east. Amenities include a cowboy pool, courtyard seating and camp fire pit, hot showers, bathrooms (currently port-a-potties), fiber wifi, and a potable water/filling station/wash station. We are in the customer service business, meaning we make it easy to camp (and celebrate!) with our beautiful 4-season canvas glamp tents and glamp vintage trailers. Just drive up to your tent and get ready to relax. All tents are fully furnished with made beds and critical supplies, and have picnic tables, chairs around the fire rings, firewood, and charcoal grills. Our premier platform tents also have electric, heat, Keurig coffee pots, coffee and more! Vintage trailers have everything you need as well inside and out. Reservations are available on both Hipcamp and Airbnb. We even offer to decorate for you in advance for special celebration occasions. Now get ready to relax in nature! Special requests and group/event requests are welcome! Let us know how we can help you enjoy getting away. Thank you for considering a stay in our neck of the woods! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦⛺🥾🎣🌲🌳🛶🐦

3. Briers Ranch Primitive Camping

98%

(197)

35mi from Brenham · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Anderson, TX

Briers Primitive Camping is about a half-mile thru two pastures off of FM 244. Some pasture, some woods, creek, gullies--lots to explore. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent in a field or deep in the woods. Explore pasture, brushy areas, gullies, washouts, creek bed. Practice orienteering. Hike in the woods. Cut firewood and build a fire. Primitive camping for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, or others who just want to get away for a night, a weekend, or longer. This IS a working ranch, so you may encounter cows—gentle and sometimes curious.

4. Firefly Ranch

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(49)

8.4mi from Brenham · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bleiblerville, TX

The property borders a small creek and has abundant trees, and wildlife. Beautiful views from every vantage with a high field on one half of the property and a low bottom land near the creek where there are many options for a relaxing, private stay. Chose big sky or a more secluded spot. Incredible wildflowers on display in the spring. The property is not bordered by close neighbors or dense housing, just more land so sunsets and rises are wonderful and open. Low ambient light pollution at night means the stars are very bright (and so are the fireflies)! Guests are required to communicate estimated time of arrival well in advance. When arriving, make sure to meet Aaron or a designate at the red gate before entering further into the property. If tent camping, please do not bring glass containers, also you must pack out all garbage and waste. Inquire ahead of time to see if firewood is available to be gathered on site, or if you will need to bring your own. No uninvited guests without 24 hour prior approval, and additional guest fees paid. Also please no more than one dog per site.

5. Valkyrie Ranch

82%

(25)

42mi from Brenham · 123 sites · Tents, RVs · Paige, TX

Valkyrie Ranch is a 500 acre wildlife preserve and event venue located in Paige, Texas. The ranch is mostly wooded (about 300 acres) with native Loblolly pines, blackjack oaks, swamp oaks, and post oaks. There are 17 acres of lakes that offer catch-and-release fishing for bigmouth and stripped bass. It is home to hundreds of endangered and functionally extinct animals. We are also the home of Thorin's Viking Mead - a popular mead and cider producer in Texas. (Tours of the winery are always available.) We offer primitive camping, dry camping for RVs, and boon docking. Located only 40 minutes from downtown Austin, one-and-a-half hours from Houston and San Antonio we are a great day trip and weekend getaway. Our camping locations are private, and the entire property is surrounded by security fence and has managed gate access.

Public campgrounds near Brenham

Sunset on Lake Somerville. We had a waterfront camping spot!

94%

(8)

Lake Somerville Birch Creek Unit Campground

17mi from Brenham · 142 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Somerville State Park

Lake Somerville Nails Creek Unit Campground

80%

(6)

Lake Somerville Nails Creek Unit Campground

18mi from Brenham · 60 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Somerville State Park

Stories from the community

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Marcus

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

The site was clear and private with a restroom within walking distance. The land is beautiful and provided a relaxing weekend. Thank you 5D ranch for your hospitality. See you next year.

Matthew

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Camped here a few years back and finally made it back out. It’s a great spot and Julie and her family are great hosts. 100% recommend!

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Nicholas

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Julie’s place was amazing, very fun and they provide a lot for you! Will definitely come back again!

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Ash

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

I love campsite 11 and the trails. They’re so easy to walk we were literally barefoot most of the way. It was a rejuvenating outdoor experience and we’ll definitely be back.

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Corben

2 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Great spot. Went with a few other families and brought all the kiddos and dogs. Was just what we needed. Host and her family are great as well. We’ll be visiting again.

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Brittnie

2 weeks ago

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Our family loved the tent camping at 5D ranch. We are planning another trip again. We enjoyed the fishing pond. The site provided life jackets and small boats with paddles. Plenty of space to get away and enjoy the weekend together.

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Eric

2 weeks ago

32 ft Class A

Group trip

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

We found site 19 to be large enough to move a 33’ RV around and secluded enough to enjoy our outdoor stay. The hosts were great and the site was clean and well maintained. We felt welcomed and enjoyed our stay. The trail system is well marked and offers nature at its intended dose. This truly is a relaxing experience. We appreciate the hospitality.

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Cristian

2 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at 5D RANCH

Great place and felt very private! Very nice views and calming aura everywhere!

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Shelby

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

1 night at Briers Ranch Primitive Camping

Beautiful land. Quiet. Private. Great place to star gaze or catch an aurora.

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Ian

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Briers Ranch Primitive Camping

Gary is amazing! #1 Gary glazer right here -Ian whoop

Brad

3 weeks ago

32 ft toy hauler

With pets

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

We had a great time at this wonderful property, lots and lots of wooded property to explore. The hosts were excellent and the bathroom, shower and water refill station was only about 150 yards from site 22. We really enjoyed watching the gofers digging their holes, it was great entertainment for us and our dachshund! We even got to meet the ranch dog, he was super friendly and was just looking for a drink of water. We will definitely be back! Thank you for opening your property to all of us that seek to be outdoors, it seems to be getting harder and harder to find places to go. Keep up the great work and scratch that pup behind his ears for us!

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Andrew

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Always a great time at 5D. Plenty of space to roam and privacy at your campsite.

Suzanne

3 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

We had a great time! Site was spacious, private, and picturesque. Host was friendly and easy to contact. We’ll be back!

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Gerardo

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

My son and I had a great time. We made s’mores, walked the trails, and enjoyed the lake. I would like to visit again.

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Kengo

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

I loved spending time in this camp site. Nice nature and quiet place. I would like to come this camp site again

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Jacqui

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Loved our stay! Friendly host. Lots to do at 5D ranch

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Jonathan

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

True to the description. Awesome and cozy getaway for the weekend. Julie was very nice and responsive. I would definitely come back and check out other sites.

Austin

November 2025

25 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

This is our family's 3rd time back because we love it so much. The land is beautiful with wide open spaces and thick forest too. The hiking is really great and there are a lot of trails with the ability to hike a long distance or a short walk depending on what you want. Julie is a gracious and kind host and makes everything easy. The kids loved the boats, and each kid was able to catch a fish. Book this place with confidence, you will have a great time just relaxing and recharging.

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Cara

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

I chose Site 9 and felt very secluded. I had forgotten firewood but didn't have any issues with finding enough deadfall to burn for the weekend. The site was very well maintained and my son and I loved the trails. Once it got dark, we fell asleep to coyote calls and crickets. This was our second time to 5D and I don't see us going anywhere else for a quick weekend get away!

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Jacqui

November 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Friendly & helpful hosts! Family of 5. Site 24 was secluded and spacious. We fished, took the paddle boats out on the big pond and enjoyed meeting the horses! Beautiful property, quiet and large! We can’t wait to go back!! We chose not to drive my SUV back to the site because the driving trail had several branches hanging at the time.