Camping near College Station with swimming

Lakes, creeks, and hiking trails—this is one cool Texas college town.

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5D RANCH

25 sites · RVs, Tents400 acres · 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!
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Hidalgo Falls Hideaway

11 sites · Tents13 acres · Navasota, TX
The 13-acre park at Hidalgo Falls is owned by the Texas Rivers Protection Association. It is located on the Brazos River about eight miles from Navasota.TRPA ownership of this property guarantees access to this popular and unique river resource. For whitewater paddlers, it offers a class II rapid with numerous surfing waves, holes, eddy lines and play spots. For flatwater paddlers, it provides a convenient and secure access point for float trips along a very historic stretch of the Brazos as well as a place to learn swiftwater techniques and rescue skills. In the four miles downstream from the rapid archaeologists have unearthed mastodon bones from the riverbank, and the remains of  an early 20th century lock and dam system still loom large in the river. All of this is just upstream from Washington on the Brazos State Park, birthplace of the republic of Texas. Stephen F. Austin is said to have crossed the river often at Hidalgo Falls. It is also said that you could tell if you had a knowledgeable riverboat captain if he could get his boat upstream of the rapid and back down before the river level dropped stranding the boat upriver near Millican or Port Sullivan.The fast moving water and play features of the rapid are rarities in this part of the state. During the year volunteer fire departments in the region use the falls for training firefighters in swiftwater rescue.A 2 mile hike and bike trail are being worked on now and will soon open. Volunteers are always welcome!
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Buck Acres near Lake Conroe, TX

20 sites · RVs, Tents6 acres · Montgomery, TX
The previous owner had plans to turn our property into a 42 site row by row RV Park. Once we saw the beauty of the property, we knew we had to keep it as wild and pristine as possible. On 6.5 acres the perfect number of sites was 18 keeping the large house for short-term rental (coming soon.) Sorry, we are still under construction but excited about our progress! See a short video at https://www.buckacresrv.com Buck Acres is technically not even an RV park, we just want to share our property with fellow travelers so we added some gravel roads. The only amenities are a Wi-Fi, 50/30/20A plug-ins, a porta-john and water. We use HipCamp and The Dyrt for bookings or just give us a call or text at (832) 303-9940 "Close to everything, away from it all" We're in the country but close to city amenities and beautiful Lake Conroe. It's only a few minutes from April Sound and the largest marina on Lake Conroe, 8 minutes to Wal-Mart and Kroger, yet it's peaceful and quiet on our forested property. As full-time RV nomads ourselves we know RV park rates are getting crazy, Buck Acres is our attempt to help the community. We've done everything we can to keep rates down. The only amenities we offer are shade, Wi-Fi, electricity, water, and an ADA porta john that is cleaned every week. Affordable RV parks shouldn't be sweltering parking lots where you're packed in like sardines! At Buck Acres we have 100' tall hardwoods and pines that have been trimmed up 60' for the safety of you and your rig! Buck Acres is still under construction and it is a labor of love. All proceeds go immediately back into the park. Bring your family, pets, and friends - tents and RVs welcome! Please Note: Quiet Hours are 10pm - 8am Please keep fires within designated fire rings Keep pets on leash - Clean up any pet waste Do not walk through other people’s campsites. Respect the boundaries and their privacy. Dispose of garbage in designated trash receptacles Guests are responsible for the behavior of their children and pets Guests are responsible for all damage or destruction of property and any injury to persons caused by the guest, or by their family, visitor(s), or pets. Management reserves the right to refuse service or terminate stay for violations.
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The Morris Manor and Retreat

7 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Madisonville, TX
Our property is meant to be calming, fun and relaxing. Camping with class is what we like to say. We are constantly upgrading our areas and property to be safe and entertaining. Our pond is charming and the focal point of the camping adventure. We have a paddle boat and an electric john boat to toodle around in. Want to go fishing? The pond is stocked with bass, catfish, crappie, bluegill and perch. There is also a small island we call “Angel Island” that you can fish from or just sit on the deck with your favorite beverage and enjoy the view. There is a riding/walking trail that is approximately 0.7 miles in distance and basically encompasses the perimeter of the back area. Walking is common, bikes are welcome and small 4 wheelers are also welcome. No side by sides please. You won’t be over crowded here as we currently only have 7 total camping sites. However, we do have enough property to accommodate large parties, reunions or any other type of get-togethers. Come see us and enjoy time away from the fast paced city! You might hear the sounds of the coyotes yipping in the night or perhaps one of the great horned owls calling out from a big oak tree. You may also see some deer, rabbits, squirrels and even armadillos. We are rustic but classy. Time to get away and relax! I can be reached at 850-503-1290 for questions. ** Special note - We have a very nice fireworks show on the property above the pond on the 4th of July weekend that all campers are invited to enjoy.
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Blue Lagoon Pond & Cabin

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Somerville, TX
This cedar cabin was built in the late 1950's and was the first building in Birch Creek Subdivision and was used as the real estate office when selling land for Subdivision. There is a store with a bar and grill next door where you can dance and sing karaoke. The Freedom Ranch Cafe down PR 57 has some of the best home-cooked meals around. Try their fried catfish for starters! Joy Moore bought this fixer-upper in 1986 when the oilfield went under, at a youngster in her early twenties and has owned ever since. Lake Somerville is known for the best fishing lake in Texas. Deer run plentiful on the property and will come up close and personal when fed corn. So, stop and pick up a sack or two of deer corn before arrival. The closest city is about a 20 minute drive to Somerville so make sure to have everything you need before camping.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent or stay in cozy cabin with accomadations like home, including wifi and tv. Private pond with firepit near Lake Somerville. Enjoy fishing and hiking within walking distance of camp and Birch Creek State Park. Launch boats in park. The fishing is excellent! Relax, you are at the lake! Enjoy your stay.
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Janeric

3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · North Zulch, TX
Pitch your tent either by a small pond and watch geese swim by while trying your luck at catch and release fishing in the kayak or just sitting under a tree, or go into the wooded area in the back of the property and star gaze at night sitting by your campsites fire pit and nature watch on 10 privately owned acres, while being a 3 to 5 minute walk up to the above ground swimming pool located at the home front for use when reserved at time of booking. Enjoy feeding apples to our two friendly horses or throwing out some treats to the geese and chickens that free roam all 10 acres. You are only a 15 minute drive into the rustic small cattle town of Madisonville or 30 minute drive into college station to see those Aggies play football.
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Haven Community & Retreat

12 sites · RVs, Tents72 acres · Milano, TX
Haven is a beautiful, heavily wooded 72 acres (including a 5 acre lake) in central Texas. Tent camp by our lake, and watch the sunrise across the water behind the retreat centre. Keep warm around the communal fire pit of an evening. Swim, paddle, fish and walk the property. If you’re seeking peace and serenity, you’ll find it at Haven.
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Hh

2 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Anderson, TX
Property dates back to 1845. Outlaws and native Americans used this area frequently.Learn more about this land:Medieval camping at its finest! Come see Texas's premier Medieval recreational area! Campsites with lake views, hiking, riding arena, horseback trail rides on site, or bring you own horse proper cogging at gate! Bring your modern or primtive style tents and R.vz
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32 Acres - Bring Camper or Rent One

52 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents32 acres · Plantersville, TX
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. Beautiful mowed grass field on 32 acres on quiet dead-end county road. Bring your own RV/tent (or car camp - no hook-ups) or rent one of the 2 campers on-site that have full-hook ups. Amazing sunsets! Set up anywhere along perimeter - fence line or tree line. Nice and dark, perfect star-gazing spot. 7 miles from the TX Renaissance Festival. Daily, weekly and monthly pricing. No hook ups for bringing your own RV/tent or car camping. Generators allowed. Please drive and park only along the perimeter of the property, not across the middle of the field. That field is being grown for hay. Upon entering the property, go straight or turn right and follow fence and/or tree line to a camping spot of your choice. Again, please do not drive across the middle of the field at all. Thank you! No fires are allowed on the ground. Fires need to be off the ground. Fires need to be monitored. Please bring your own firewood. Dogs are welcome, but must be leashed or on a tie-out, and cannot be left outside unattended. Nearby on the same road is Family Farm for strawberry picking. Also nearby is Bernhardt Winery (free live music, family and pet friendly) and DeepRoots Vineyards (with big concert venue). Lake Conroe is 20 minutes away, and the Texas Renaissance Festival is 7 miles away. Plantersville, TX farm and ranch country. You may hear coyotes at times, or a distant cow or train (not nearby). 30 minutes Northwest of the Greater Houston area. Where the TX Hill Country meets the Piney Woods region. Military members please contact me for a special discount code to use during booking. Dumpster will be on-site by 10/13/23. Room for additional family and friends in 2nd separate campers and room for people to bring their own RV's and tents as well! Make some memories! Sites listed here: Little Boy Blue Camper 32 acres! https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/texas-32-acres-bring-camper-or-rent-one-qeoh970v/sites/941010?shareid=1i1i1zodeqc Ed's R-Pod Camper on 32 acres! https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/texas-32-acres-bring-camper-or-rent-one-qeoh970v/sites/940868?shareid=dbxa2y9c01 RV / Tent 32 Acres Camp Anywhere! https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/land/texas-32-acres-bring-camper-or-rent-one-qeoh970v/sites/933256?shareid=13sir5mvaey Please feel free message me directly on any questions you might have. Have fun and enjoy nature!
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Glamm Camping

8 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Marquez, TX
 We have always enjoyed camping, scuba diving and travel... anything outdoors. We made a promise that If ever given the chance to share that joy with others we would and make it a great experience. We searched and searched  looked at a lot of properties North of the Woodlands,  to build our home. On a Saturday morning, my husband told me about a dream of 3 very tall and Magnificent Trees, soaring way up in the sky.  A few days later we were walking through the forest looking at a 20 acre tract of land for sale with our realtor, I'm thinking, "oh how would we ever get this cleared, this is a lot of work"  Then, up ahead was a clearing and right in the middle were 3 of the tallest, most magnificent Cedar trees. They were perfectly planted standing side by side. We both looked at each other and said," Oh this must be it". The rest is history. We purchased the land in 2015 and sold our home in The Woodlands in 2016... and began to build our dream.Learn more about this land:Perfect for outdoor weddings or reunions. There are rural campsites , Firepits allowed, lots of cedar & oak trees abundant wildlife. creek and walking/biking trails. electric and bathhouse avail.
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CAMP JOY - BOONDOCKING CALDWELL, TX

1 site · RV3 acres · Caldwell, TX
At Camp Joy, we offer a unique experience for RV enthusiasts to boondock with breathtaking waterfront views, or campers that just want to pitch a tent. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse yourself in the tranquility of nature at this 3-acre paradise outside of historic Caldwell, Texas. Our spacious campground provides the perfect setting for a peaceful getaway. * EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY OF NATURE with our prime waterfront RV boondocking/tent sites, offering stunning views and tranquility. Experience camping in a private paradise by the water with amazing views of sunrises and sunsets. There's a good chance you will get a glimpse of beavers building their dams along the shoreline or see numerous rare black squirrels circle the many tall trees playing gleefully. Many species of birds and wildlife make their home here, including white-tailed deer, feral hogs, fox, coyote, bobcat, raccoon, rabbit and various waterfowl. Love to fish! Two docks available for fishing and kayaking. Just cast a line for crappie, bass and catfish and cook fresh at your campsite. Socialize with your friends and family in the evenings around campfires while roasting marshmallows and toasting your favorite beverages. Music allowed at sites and around property, however we ask guests to be respectful of other campers and limit noise after 10:00 p.m. Primitive camping requires a high level of self-sufficiency to ensure you have an enjoyable experience. Plan on no water, electric, cable, or Wifi hookups out in the wilderness. What if you forget something? Don't worry, it's about a mile to the nearest little country grocery store and restaurant called "Grand Pops". They serve up some great hamburgers and other home-style meals. Most people have "Hot Spots" on their phones these days. Don't let all the "whats and ifs" deter you. With a little bit of planning, a healthy dose of the adventurous spirit, your primitive camping will make you crave more. Here's some items to think about: Water, toiletries, privacy tents, fire starters, cooking utensils, pots and pans, stove, fuel, utensils, first-aid kit, sunscreen, bug spray, sleeping bag, pillow, backpack, chairs, ice chest, trash bags. We ask that you please haul off your own trash. *Explore the surrounding nature, build campfires, watch wildlife and enjoy a rejuvenating hike amidst the picturesque landscape. RELAX AT CAMP JOY! Peaceful tranquility and serenity will lift all the hustle and bustle weights of life off your shoulders! It's time to relax and surround yourself with the sounds and smell of nature. There's a good chance you will get a glimpse of beavers building their dams along the shoreline or see numerous rare black squirrels circle the many tall trees playing gleefully. Many species of birds and wildlife make their home here, including white-tailed deer, feral hogs, fox, coyote, bobcat, raccoon, rabbit and various waterfowl. Love to fish! Two docks available for fishing and kayaking. Just cast a line for crappie, bass and catfish and cook fresh at your campsite. Socialize with your friends and family in the evenings around campfires while roasting marshmallows and toasting your favorite beverages. Music allowed at sites and around property, however we ask guests to be respectful of other campers and limit noise after 10:00 p.m. *Enjoy a relaxing day of fishing or kayaking on the calm waters, surrounded by the peaceful ambiance of Camp Joy. ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS! Camp Joy offers guests two docks available to use for fishing, lounging, getting in and out of kayaks on the property. The one shown was built as handicap accessible. This small lake is one of three lakes in the area called "Cade Lakes". Great for catching crappie, bass and catfish. Kids enjoy watching the turtles push each other off the logs seen around the banks. If you love to fish, the greatest fishing lake in Texas is a few miles away near Somerville, TX called "Lake Somerville". It's a scenic drive to the Overlook Marina and Lake Somerville Dam. Several State Parks surround Lake Somerville, the closest from this location is "Birch Creek State Park" with beautiful hiking trails. Highly recommend the drive to check the Parks out. Also recommend visiting "Washington on the Brazos", the birthplace of Texas and is where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed. It is also a State Park. The "Aggieland Wild Animal Safari" is outside of Bryan College Station and is a great place to take the kids to interact with all kinds of animals. Offers a drive-thru in which you can drive thru as many times as you want, as well as a petting zoo and gift shop. And, if you like shopping, there are lots of antique shops and wineries at Round Top, another scenic drive about 45 minutes away. And all the ice cream lovers must visit the home of "Blue Bell" in Brenham, TX which is only open to the public during the weekdays, not weekends. While in Brenham, kids love to skate at the historic "Silver Wings Ballroom", known as one of the best skating rinks in Texas! Check for local events happening all around such as Aggie Football Games, Snook ChiliFest, Market Days on the Square in Caldwell and much, much more! For more information go to our website at www.camp-joy.net
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Hollydew Farm

4 sites · RVs, Tents24 acres · Texas 77856, TX
We are only the second owners of this property since it was granted to the original family in the 1880's! Spanning a 1/2 mile from front to back, there is plenty of room for exercise! The native yaupon holly and dewberries give the property it's unique name, Hollydew Farm.Learn more about this land:Come enjoy a stay on a working farm! Collect eggs from the ducks, pet the rabbits, play with the dogs and cats, or just watch and enjoy as the honeybees go about their daily chores and the ducks free range and just do what ducks do! We have campsites available in the back of the property that is secluded and heavily wooded, including a creek running across the property, or you can pitch your tent anywhere you'd like...close to the animals, among the fruit trees, or up by the pond. Most of the pastureland areas are clear of trees and free of power lines, so feel free to bring a kite! or a frisbee!Come see the wildflowers while they are blooming from mid-March to mid-April! During the summer, we have a variety of fruit trees that produce, including peaches, pears, figs, and apples. We have many other farm products available for purchase...free range duck eggs; homemade breakfast sausage; rabbit meat; homemade breads, blackberry cobbler, and a variety of pies; homemade blackberry jam, strawberry jam, blackberry mango jam, and blackberry pineapple jam; a variety of hard lotions and lip balm made with beeswax. Check out our website for more details and pricing. Contact us for availability of products, as most of it is seasonal! While you are here, you will experience a wide variety of wildlife. We have seen deer, wild hogs, coyotes, bobcats, armadillos, skunks, snakes of all kinds, turtles, tree frogs, leopard frogs, a variety of lizards, hawks, owls, Mexican eagles, bald eagles, mountain lions, cottontails, voles, gophers, red fox, squirrels, song birds of many kinds...bluebirds especially like the yaupon, scorpions, insects, and more insects!If you need a little shopping while you're here, we are only 20 minutes from the Jewett Flea Market, which is the second Saturday of every month. And if you need some cheap entertainment, we are 10 minutes from the New Baden Jamboree, the oldest running country music jamboree in Texas (65 years!) on the first Saturday of every month.
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Camping near College Station with swimming guide

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Planning a camping trip near College Station, Texas and looking for the perfect spot to go swimming? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 900 options in the area that cater to swimmers, you'll have no trouble finding the ideal campsite. Whether you prefer a rustic campground or a cozy cabin, Hipcamp has got you covered. Some of the top campsites near College Station, Texas include 5D RANCH (822 reviews), Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway (321 reviews), and Hobbit's Nest (192 reviews). Plus, with popular amenities like toilets, potable water, and pet-friendly options, you'll have everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable camping experience. So grab your swimsuit and dive into the great outdoors with Hipcamp!

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