The best star host campgrounds near Copperas Cove, Texas

Looking to go camping near Copperas Cove, Texas? Hipcamp has over 1300 options for you to choose from. Whether you're into RV getaways, cabin retreats, or tent camping, there's something for everyone. With an average price of $65 per night and options as low as $5, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway (321 reviews), The Best Dam Spot (292 reviews), and EcoRich Ranch (300 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, toilets, and showers, and engage in activities such as fishing, wildlife watching, and snow sports. Start planning your camping adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Copperas Cove

Looking to go camping near Copperas Cove, Texas? Hipcamp has over 1300 options for you to choose from. Whether you're into RV getaways, cabin retreats, or tent camping, there's something for everyone. With an average price of $65 per night and options as low as $5, you'll find a campsite that fits your budget. Check out some of the top campsites with rave reviews: Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway (321 reviews), The Best Dam Spot (292 reviews), and EcoRich Ranch (300 reviews). Enjoy popular amenities like cooking equipment, toilets, and showers, and engage in activities such as fishing, wildlife watching, and snow sports. Start planning your camping adventure now!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Copperas Cove

1. Vintage Airstream on Rocky Ranch

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46mi from Copperas Cove · 1 site · Lodging

Come and experience our vintage airstream secluded on a 14 acre property outside of Marble Falls. This 1960's airstream perfectly blends the past and present by keeping unique and original features, but providing modern day comforts and amenities. It is situated on a 14 acre ranch with no other short term rentals on the property. You will have plenty of privacy in a beautiful hill country setting. Kitchen amenities available: Electric stove cooktop Toaster oven Microwave Small Fridge Cast Iron pan and stainless steel pot Coffee: French Press, Stovetop Espresso, Electric Water Kettle Drinking glasses, bowls, plates, and tupperware containers Silverware Cooking utensils: can opener, bottle opener/wine key, sharp knife, measuring spoons, mixing spoon, whisk Pot holder Basic spices, S&P, olive oil First Aid kit also available in cabinet Board game and deck of playing cards Coffee (regular and decaf) and Tea on the coffee bar S'mores and supplies provided. If bringing a pet, please add this on the "extras" page.

2. McDonald Farm on the River

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39mi from Copperas Cove · 11 sites · Tents, RVs

McDonald Farm sits in the historic farming community of Jonah, TX between Georgetown and Taylor on scenic Highway 29. McDonald Farm is named after the patriarch of the family, J.H. Mcdonald, who first acquired the property in 1911. The farm sits on the bank of the San Gabriel River and features a lush canopy of huge pecan trees, sprawling corn fields, prairie, and forest. We are a working farm! We primarily grow corn, but we also have livestock on the property. During daytime hours, you will likely see a variety of farm chores being completed. We offer a self-serve farm stand for our customers with fresh eggs, jelly and even pasture raised chicken - all produced on the farm. We are only 7 miles from the Georgetown, TX historical district and square. Some say it’s the most beautiful town square in all of Texas. Enjoy shopping, dining, and festivals! There is road noise. Highway 29 can be busy at times, despite being a two-lane road. Quiet hours are after 10 pm Sunday - Thursday and midnight Friday and Saturday. Access to our river site is included in your camping fee. This secluded hike-to (~ 1-2 minute walk) site is peaceful with limestone cliff views and no visible homes or signs of civilization. The trail head is accessed by a dirt road that winds around our corn field and into the woods, and can be accessed by any vehicle in normal weather conditions. We will provide warning/refunds if the river road becomes 4x4 only. Fishing is allowed with a valid Texas fishing license. There is no overnight camping on the San Gabriel River. All camping is at the main farm area and campers are able to come and go from the river site as they please (day or night!).

3. The Cozy Cacti Container

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46mi from Copperas Cove · 1 site · Lodging

Welcome to the Cozy Cacti, your unique escape nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country. Our 1-bedroom, 1-bath shipping container/tiny home, complete with a full kitchen, offers direct access to the Llano River and breathtaking views of the Packsaddle Mountains. Spend your days fishing, tubing, or hiking, and your evenings around your personal firepit under the stars. This modern-rustic, newly constructed retreat offers a glamping experience like no other, promising a memorable getaway.

4. Gorgeous cottage in the Hills!

45mi from Copperas Cove · 1 site · Lodging

Whether you are looking for adventure or prefer to retreat from the world, this is the place for you! Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, this multi-acre property features a private cottage, gorgeous canyon views and wood burning fire pit where you can make s'mores or make time to reconnect with nature. Located only 5 mins from the famous Flat Creek Winery Estate, this cozy cottage is reminiscent of the lake house from your childhood summer vacation; it was designed to remind you of the joys of being carefree! Our cottage boasts: ☆ Sweeping views of the Texas hill country and Flat Creek (currently dry, but still beautiful!) ☆ Huge wood burning fire fit; BYO s'mores! ☆ Large deck with outdoor dining space and huge outdoor seating area; enjoy sundowner views! ☆ Primary Suite located on its own side of the house for max privacy! King bed and beautiful walk in shower ☆ Secondary room with Queen bed and private 1/2 bath + vanity space (sleeps 2) ☆ Third Room with 2 sets of twin bunk beds, a twin bed and a twin trundle (sleeps 4) ☆ Smart 4K TVs with Netflix, Hulu & more! BYO log ins ☆ Super cold AC and cozy heating ☆ Pack n Play, toys & books for the little ones ☆ Tons of games and books for grownups too! ☆ Work space and high-speed wifi so you can "work from home" in the middle of nature ☆ Laundry area with full size washer and dryer ☆ Easy self check-in Don’t take our word for it, come see it for yourself! What to host an event? Contact us for event rates!

5. Talula Mesa Glamping Resort

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43mi from Copperas Cove · 3 sites · Lodging

Ultra-comfortable Glamping in a hybrid tent/cabin (with AC and heat) = the ultimate getaway. We've supplied everything you need - paddleboards, kayaks, yard games, an outdoor movie station, fire pit, grill, refrigerator, coffee, hammocks, yoga mats and more. Big views of the hill country and Lake Travis greet you at every turn. Lake Travis access - 1 min away. Flat Creek Winery - 10 mins away. Relax in style while enjoying the hill country. Wake up in a comfy, luxurious king-sized bed to a gorgeous view of the lake, have coffee in a hammock overlooking the sweeping views. Air-conditioning is available (halleluja!). Heat via propane fireplace is available when it gets chilly. Wooden floors and walls will keep you insulated from the elements, while floor-to-ceiling windows allow you to take in the private lake views, and a zippered tent opening at the front helps to keep in the AC. Grand Tent Details: - King bed (our mattresses get rave reviews, don't worry) - Small queen loft (best for kids age 5+, but adults have been known to stay in the loft, too. The loft in this tent, the Grand Aztec, is smaller than the lofts in the other two large tents, the Grand Arrow and Grand Tesoro. The queen mattress is this loft is squeezed a bit, so it’s best for 1 adult, although 2 can share as long as you’re prepared for it to be a little tight.) - Seating area - Air conditioning - Mini-fridge - Coffee & tea station (french press) - 2 USB charging stations plus 2 outlets - Propane fire place (winter only) - Electric blanket (winter only) - 1 Hammock that can be hung either indoors or outdoors, or moved to other hammock stations around the property to enjoy the views and the breeze. - Both front and back covered porches - Outdoor blankets included for outdoor movies * No animals, including Emotional Support Animals* Also available (under a separate listing) is a Mini Tent that's great for kids and adults who don't need all of the space and amenities in a Grand Tent. The bathroom: A shared bathhouse includes: 2 outdoor showers and sinks (hot water included), and 1 toilet. Shared amenities on the property include (subject to availability; we cannot guarantee something won’t be broken right before your stay): - Fire pit and "cook's station" (grill, refrigerator, microwave picnic tables) - Movie projector and outdoor screen - Picnic areas - Sunrise yoga and meditation spot overlooking the lake - Ponds - Small hiking trails - Yard games (Corn Hole, Can Jam, volleyball, badminton, bocce ball) - Kayaks and paddle boards are available for you to borrow. A note about AC: We have installed very powerful window style AC units. In general, the AC unit can cool 15 degrees off of the outside temp. If the outdoor temp reaches 100 during the peak of the day, it might be 85 in your tent. At night a d in the morning, when the outside air temp cools to the low 70s, your tent can be very cool. What’s the difference between our 4 tents? At Talula Mesa we offer 4 glamping tents, each 100 to 300 ft apart for privacy, all with great views of the hill country. Three tents are large (Grand), and one is small (Mini). The 3 Grand tents are nearly identical, with slightly varying decor. The main difference is in the tents’ locations on our property and corresponding view. - The Grand Aztec: Provides the most open view of the lake and hill country. Located central on the property near the main fire pit and common areas. - The Grand Arrow: Also has a lake view, but with more trees, less open than the Grand Aztec. Located closer to the entrance of our property, farther from the common areas. Adirondack chairs and a hammock area is just out back (lakeside). - The Grand Tesoro: Private hill country view across the properties ravine. Located closest to the bathhouse, very central on our property. Also near the common areas. A private chiminea fire area under a grove of trees is nearby. The price for Grand tents is based on double or triple occupancy. A fourth guest is welcome for an additional fee ($50/nt), which you’ll see at booking. The Mini Aztec: Located between the Grand Aztec and Grand Arrow tents, with a private view of the lake and hills, and a private chiminea area. For younger children (age 8+) who want to sleep in the mini tent, we recommend the Grand Arrow for the parents because the mini is within view of the Grand Arrow porch. The Grand Tents have a maximum occupancy of 3 guests. We may allow for a fourth guest upon request for an additional fee ($50/nt). Guest access You'll have access to the entire 15 acres, including some walking/hiking trails. You cannot enter other guests' tents (without invitation, of course).

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Nolan

November 2025

2 nights at Talula Mesa Glamping Resort

Talula Mesa was charming and a beautiful place to escape and enjoy nature. Our beautiful a-frame cabin was well appointed with amenities described but the pictures cannot do just to the detail of the space and the sun rise and sun set views. We are considering it for a friends weekend to be able to relax, cook together and enjoy peace in the hill country.

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Scott

November 2025

Tent

1 night at McDonald Farm on the River

This is a farm. For those that enjoy dispersed camping, this is it. No one else there so I had the run of the place. As described, I was met by the owner as I came up the drive, got a quick property tour and history, met the new baby pigs, was greeted by chickens and the old brown farm dog that came to check on me a couple of times. Fire pits were located throughout the property with plenty of firewood around for the choosing. Very clean portapotty. They have showers but I didn’t use them so I can’t comment. The main drawback is the proximity to Hwy 29. As noted in the description, it is not unnoticeable but by about 6:30 or 7, it calmed down a lot. I was just there on a spur of the moment , quick, overnighter to check the place out and to field test a couple of new pieces of camping equipment. It’s only a 15 mile trip from my home, so nice and easy. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone. I’ve had a couple of questionable Hipcamp experiences, but this was not one of them . I can say I’ll probably be back the next time I need to get out or to put a new camping toy to work.

Daniela

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

My friends and I had such a lovely time at the McDonald farm. The hosts were incredibly kind and communicative, and even gifted us spiced pecans from their land, which were delicious. Being around the farm animals was such a treat (we even got to meet two day-old baby piglets!), and the swimming area was sooo refreshing and calming. A couple things to be mindful of: the property is quite close to a busy road, so you can hear some traffic noise. It didn’t ruin our experience, but it is helpful to know if you’re looking for total quiet. There is also no table at the campsites (that we knew of), so definitely bring one. The kitchen and coffee area were not available during our stay, though it seems like it may be opening soon. Overall, we had a wonderful time and there is so much to love about this charming farm. Btw - make sure to stop at the farm stand...the whole chicken and mulberry syrup were DELICIOUS! Thanks so much :)

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Karen

October 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

Another great camping adventure at McDonald Farm! Once again, hosts went above and beyond - gave us a flat repair kit and let us use their compressor after getting a flat on our way there. We loved gazing at the stars and sitting around the campfire. Free firewood is a huge plus. The sound of the river made it that much more peaceful. The dogs loved the sounds, smells and exploring. They even got a taste of the recently butchered, farm fresh bacon. We couldn't resist buying more bacon, some bratwurst and homemade mulberry syrup! We love it here and you will too!

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Sterling

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

A perfect family campsite. I took my 6 year old who loved running around and watching the animals. There is a gas station a few miles away and Walmart within 15 minutes. The river area is very private, with nice hammocks. The hosts are very gracious and warm. Can’t recommend enough for families with young campers.

A.

September 2025

21 ft campervan

With kids

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

Macdonal Farm RV camp is an absolute gem! The location is perfect just a short drive from Austin, making it super convenient yet still peaceful. The facilities are spotless, with super clean hot showers that felt amazing after a long day. The farm itself is beautiful and full of friendly animals: adorable chickens and pigs, and our favorite a sweet horse named Ginger. The owners were incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to make us feel at home. It was the perfect boondock spot for our canper van. The ground was level with plenty of open space, giving us privacy while still being close enough to hear a bit of highway traffic in the distance. The highlight of the night? The biggest bonfire we’ve ever seen, thoughtfully put together by the owners. It made for an unforgettable evening under the stars. Highly recommend this spot. We’ll definitely be back!

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Ruth

August 2025

With pets

3 nights at The Cozy Cacti Container

Great space in a perfect location! Cozy, spotless, and had everything we needed. Being able to bring our fur baby was such a bonus. Everything was immaculate, and we felt right at home. We’ll definitely be coming back!

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Tricia

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to The Cozy Cacti Container

I loved this place and felt at home with the layout and amenities. Jeremy was a great host! He provided recommendations to local attractions and responded quickly to any questions that I had. I really enjoyed my time there and recommend this spot for your next trip!

Corey

July 2025

Tent

1 night at McDonald Farm on the River

Absolutely a gorgeous property and the hosts were amazing. They’ve got a good selection of simple campsites and a primitive area. We’ll be coming back for sure!

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Hannah

June 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

We loved camping the primitive site by the river. The trail to get there was short and clear, the views were beautiful. Getting in to the river was easy and they have a ladder you can enter. There were conveniently chairs and fire pits and charcoal grills available. We enjoyed exploring the river but couldn’t float as the river was extremely low and shallow. Water was hot due to it being summer but it was still fun! Host was very polite and helpful!!

Krista

June 2025

With pets

3 nights at The Cozy Cacti Container

I spent 3 nights in the cozy cacti container with my dog and can't wait to return again. The cabin provides all of the comforts of home and the land surrounding the container home is absolutely gorgeous. The front porch is a perfect spot for bird watching and its an easy hike down to the water. If I were to create my own ideal getaway cabin, it would be just like this place. Its perfect!

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Bailey

June 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

We had a wonderful experience at McDonald’s farm and we will definitely be back! It feels like we found a hidden gem. Thank you for the hospitality!

Kristen

June 2025

11 ft campervan

1 night at McDonald Farm on the River

I was satisfied with the place, for some quiet time in nature. The host was nice, friendly, and helpful. There’s a hiking trail to get to the river. The shower was great. I was the only camper there and I probably would like to br

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Tyler

June 2025

Weekend Trip to The Cozy Cacti Container

We had the best time at the cozy cacti container! It was beautiful and super easy to find! The water was close by and the host were extremely helpful and friendly. They thought of everything we might need and more. The bathtub on the front porch was a super fun addition and I can’t wait to book another stay here!

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Lisette

June 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

I loved the great scenery of the farm, getting and getting welcomed by the chickens and rosters. It was awesome to have a spot to shower as well. Buying fresh eggs from their farm was also a nice bonus before we left the farm. The lake was so peaceful and the water was at a great temperature to jump into or fish at.

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Johnny

May 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

Awesome camp sore!! Couldn’t float the river but still enjoyed ourselves. The chickens were awesome!!

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Melissa

May 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

We loved our first camping experience at McDonald’s Farm! We had a group of all ages and everyone enjoyed it. There was so much space and a lot of animals for us to see and enjoy. We even had our dogs with us and it went great they loved the land! Communication was also super great with them and it made our experience so much smoother. We will definitely be back soon and many more times! Thank you for everything.

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alice

May 2025

Tent

With kids

1 night at McDonald Farm on the River

What an incredible place! We definitely made some core memories here with our boys. The hosts went above and beyond to make sure we had a comfortable stay and the check in process was a breeze. There are showers and a portopotty, which was impeccably clean. We loved seeing all of the animals and even picked up some fresh eggs for breakfast! The river site was something out of a book. It was cool in the shade with a nice breeze from the river. Our son went fishing and caught a beautiful bass along with several other fish! We will most definitely be back! Thank you both so much for an amazing camping experience!

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Gregory

May 2025

Weekend Trip to The Cozy Cacti Container

This cabin was definitely cozy, but it fit our needs for a weekend away. The kitchen was good for making breakfast tacos, and the bed was very comfortable. The soaking tub was a great way to relax during the day. I’d definitely recommend it to any couples looking for a retreat.

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Josh

April 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to McDonald Farm on the River

We had such a great time at the McDonald Farm!! The location was beautiful and there’s river access within walking distance. The hosts were extremely kind and welcoming to all of us. Additionally, the other campers were very nice as well. The showers were awesome and felt very clean. They provided delicious coffee that we had every morning and fire wood for our fire pit for no extra cost!! Very generous and sweet hosts. We’d absolutely visit again!