The best campgrounds in Cedar Creek Reservoir with hot tubs

Escaping the Big D couldn’t be easier—this idyllic lakeside retreat lies barely an hour’s drive from the city. Not only is Cedar Creek Reservoir one of Texas's largest lakes, but it’s one of Dallas’ prime vacation spots, dotted with lavish lakeside villas, fine dining restaurants, and country club golf courses. Bring your boat, kayak, or water skis to cruise the lake, cool off with a swim, or seek out a tranquil cove to fish for bass and catfish. Spring through fall is the most popular time for camping around the lake, when the lakeside RV parks can get busy, but many stay open year-round.

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Entrance to TARA Vineyard & Winery estate.

Escaping the Big D couldn’t be easier—this idyllic lakeside retreat lies barely an hour’s drive from the city. Not only is Cedar Creek Reservoir one of Texas's largest lakes, but it’s one of Dallas’ prime vacation spots, dotted with lavish lakeside villas, fine dining restaurants, and country club golf courses. Bring your boat, kayak, or water skis to cruise the lake, cool off with a swim, or seek out a tranquil cove to fish for bass and catfish. Spring through fall is the most popular time for camping around the lake, when the lakeside RV parks can get busy, but many stay open year-round.

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1. Tara Vineyard & Winery estate

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15 sites · Tents · Athens, TX

Peaceful, quiet, luxurious, historic, wine country experience. Tara Winery offers a unique vineyard and winery resort style experience. Discover Tara and the myths surrounding the secrets of the vines. TARA was named after the sailboat TARA, pierce family started the vineyard in 2006 and opened the winery in 2007. The historic Murchison mansion is an iconic structure in the midst of the vines. Onsite tasting room and restaurant with share plates and full meals. In 2023, we have added a beautiful 50 ft pool with lovely water features, there is an activity fee to use the pool. Please plan to arrive before dark, so you can get settled in the daylight. We do not have 24 hour staff. Learn more about this land: Camping throughout the Tara Vineyard property.  We have primitive sites available in the wooded trail. If you would like a beautiful view of the winery property, ground camping throughout the vineyard is available and most popular ! There is quick access to our winery and food service if you prefer to relax under our covered patio, or pick up a rib eye or filet  from the chef and cook it yourself on your propane grill our our community grill. Enjoy your hand crafted estate wine from TARA winery while camping under the stars. You can be among others or select a remote location. Fires permitted only in designed fire pits. No exceptions. We have 2 bathrooms and a solar heated shower near the trail head, camping also available near vineyard. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. is check-in time.

2. The Dome Home

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1 site · Lodging · Bullard, TX

Our DOME HOME is anything but ordinary with it's concrete dome construction. Located in a gated community at Lake Palestine in Bullard, Tx. This home features a private on property hot tub for relaxing, outdoor grill for cooking and outdoor fire pit for more outdoor enjoyment. Some come relax and enjoy this unique structure and it's beautiful back yard sunsets. 🛏 2 bedrooms (queen beds) 🛁 2 bath (1 tub/shower combo, 1 shower only) 📌 private on property hot tub 🔥 outdoor fire pit & seating ♠️ large outdoor games (corn hole, washers, large jenga, connect 4, dominos & more 🎣 fishing dock, community picnic area, playground, boat ramp & swimming pool available for guest use (some of these items are seasonal. We do not control the dates or hours) ✨️ Upon request we will accommodate and earlier check in if available to the best of our availability

3. Domance Glamping

2 sites · Lodging · Wills Point, TX

Immerse yourself in our thoughtfully designed glamping domes and cabins, set in peaceful, scenic surroundings with ultimate privacy. It’s the perfect place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, or romantic milestone like a proposal — or simply surprise your partner with a meaningful getaway. Each unit is beautifully furnished and equipped with modern amenities for a comfortable and relaxing stay.

4. Bluebonnet Ridge RV Park

11 sites · Terrell, TX

Bluebonnet Ridge stands out as a premier camping destination, nestled on 56 picturesque acres in a serene country setting just 5 miles east of Terrell, TX, and less than 30 minutes from the vibrant city of Dallas. This unique location offers campers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, making it an ideal spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life while still being close to the amenities of the DFW Metroplex. Our park boasts an impressive rating of 9.5/10 from Trailer Life in 2012, placing us among the top 100 Good Sam Parks out of over 1,650 nationwide. We are committed to enhancing our facilities and services to ensure an exceptional experience for all our guests. At Bluebonnet Ridge, we offer 90 spacious full-hookup sites, each a minimum of 33 feet wide, equipped with water, sewer, 20/30/50 amp electric service, a patio, picnic table, and shade trees. Enjoy 23 channels of FREE DirecTV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi internet access. Our 90-foot-long pull-thru sites are designed to accommodate even the largest RVs without the need to unhook for overnight stays. For those who prefer a lakeside

5. Mill Creek Ranch

26 sites · Canton, TX

Mill Creek Ranch Resort stands out as a unique destination, offering an award-winning experience in the heart of East Texas. Spanning over 200 acres of serene woods, this upscale resort provides a perfect blend of comfort and nature, making it an ideal getaway for families and couples alike. Our diverse accommodations include charming cottages, cozy tiny homes, spacious yurts, and well-equipped RV sites. Each cottage is individually owned and fully furnished, showcasing its own distinctive decor while maintaining a modern aesthetic infused with rustic charm. For RV enthusiasts, our park features level sites with full hookups, ensuring a hassle-free stay amidst the beautiful surroundings. Conveniently located just off I-20, Mill Creek Ranch Resort is less than a mile from the renowned First Monday Trade Days grounds, making it easy for guests to explore local shops and restaurants. Come and experience why we are celebrated as “Canton’s TX Best Kept Secret!” Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at our resort, where nature and comfort meet.

Stories from the community

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Kayla

November 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tara Vineyard & Winery estate

Had an awesome tent camping experience here at Tara Vineyard and Winery! First of there are adorable animals 💜. Secondly the bathroom amenities were super clean! Note that the shower is an outdoor shower so be sure to bring a bathing suit to shower in. The shower water was lukewarm, but honestly didn’t bother me. Overall had a great time camping here. Sadly, we didn’t make time to try out the winery, but guess we’ll have to come back and try it out! The charcuterie boards looked amazing though 😍!

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Sara

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to Tara Vineyard & Winery estate

Had a great time! Beautiful property, warm & welcoming staff, great wine!

Miriam

March 2025

Weekend Trip to The Dome Home

Had an awesome time staying in this dome home! It’s super cozy and a really fun spot to relax. The campfire, outdoor games, and hot tub were definitely highlights (had so much to do)! Everything was clean and had all the little details to make the stay great. The host was super friendly, responded quickly for any question I had before arriving. She made sure everything went smoothly. Definitely recommend if you’re looking for something unique and relaxing! I’ll be back!

Other options in and near Cedar Creek Reservoir

Bluebonnet Ridge RV Park

11 sites · Terrell, TX

Bluebonnet Ridge stands out as a premier camping destination, nestled on 56 picturesque acres in a serene country setting just 5 miles east of Terrell, TX, and less than 30 minutes from the vibrant city of Dallas. This unique location offers campers the perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility, making it an ideal spot for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of urban life while still being close to the amenities of the DFW Metroplex. Our park boasts an impressive rating of 9.5/10 from Trailer Life in 2012, placing us among the top 100 Good Sam Parks out of over 1,650 nationwide. We are committed to enhancing our facilities and services to ensure an exceptional experience for all our guests. At Bluebonnet Ridge, we offer 90 spacious full-hookup sites, each a minimum of 33 feet wide, equipped with water, sewer, 20/30/50 amp electric service, a patio, picnic table, and shade trees. Enjoy 23 channels of FREE DirecTV and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi internet access. Our 90-foot-long pull-thru sites are designed to accommodate even the largest RVs without the need to unhook for overnight stays. For those who prefer a lakeside

Mill Creek Ranch

26 sites · Canton, TX

Mill Creek Ranch Resort stands out as a unique destination, offering an award-winning experience in the heart of East Texas. Spanning over 200 acres of serene woods, this upscale resort provides a perfect blend of comfort and nature, making it an ideal getaway for families and couples alike. Our diverse accommodations include charming cottages, cozy tiny homes, spacious yurts, and well-equipped RV sites. Each cottage is individually owned and fully furnished, showcasing its own distinctive decor while maintaining a modern aesthetic infused with rustic charm. For RV enthusiasts, our park features level sites with full hookups, ensuring a hassle-free stay amidst the beautiful surroundings. Conveniently located just off I-20, Mill Creek Ranch Resort is less than a mile from the renowned First Monday Trade Days grounds, making it easy for guests to explore local shops and restaurants. Come and experience why we are celebrated as “Canton’s TX Best Kept Secret!” Discover the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at our resort, where nature and comfort meet.

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The best camping in Cedar Creek Reservoir with hot tubs guide

Where to go

Dallas

The city sights are just an hour’s drive away, whether you want to catch a Dallas Cowboys game, visit the John F. Kennedy memorial, or get your culture fix in the Arts District. Urban campers have options in Dallas too. Lake Lavon and Lake Ray Hubbard have waterfront campgrounds, swimming beaches, and leafy parks right on the cusp of the city, while RV parks and cabins dot the shores of Lake Lewisville to the north.

East Dallas Lakes

North of Cedar Creek, lake lovers will find plenty of places to get on the water. Check into the lakefront campground at Lake Tawakoni State Park or head to one of the lake’s RV parks with easy access to the boat launches and fishing coves. Nearby, Lake Fork has several marinas and lakeside golf courses, while further north, Sulphur Springs is the gateway to Cooper Lake State Park on the shores of Jim Chapman Lake.

Texas Pineywoods

Vast expanses of rolling woodlands blanket the Texas Piney Woods, where adventurers can hike, mountain bike, rock climb, and zipline through the forest. Miles of hiking trails lead the way through the Davy Crockett, Angelina, and Sabine National Forests, where you can choose between developed campgrounds and backcountry camping or seek out a glamping getaway in the woods.