Camping near El Campo with wildlife watching

Campers get a warm Texas welcome in their namesake town.

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93% (176 reviews)

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12 top campgrounds near El Campo with wildlife watching

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Magnolia Beach RV Park

2 sites · RVs1 acre · Port Lavaca, TX
Welcome to Magnolia Beach RV Park in Port Lavaca, Texas! We are a small RV park that offers electric, water, sewer, trash, and WiFi. All sites are 50, 30, and 20 Amp and have water and sewer hookups. Pets are welcome! We are close to Magnolia Beach, Port Lavaca business district, and Indianola. When you feel the gulf breezes, you know you've made it to Goose Island. Nestled near St. Charles and Aransas Bays, this Texas state park is all about the water. We're talking boating, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching along the coast. The only thing you can't do is swim. (Sorry.) That said, there's plenty of luck to be had on the 1,620-foot fishing pier. A boat launch and kayak/canoe launch are also available. Remember to bring your own boat! No stay is complete without visiting the main attraction—a 1,000-year-old oak lovingly dubbed The Big Tree. (Don't worry, it's still standing strong in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.) We primarily cater to month to month guests working in the area so there's not a ton of activities around, but my wife and I are full-time RV'ers so we are hosts as a way to give back to our awesome community. We are located super close to Magnolia Beach though where there is free beach camping for 14 nights! Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them. We offer discounted rates to HipCampers at $25/night (usually $30) and $150/week (usually $175). We also now have golf carts available for rent!! https://magnoliabeachrvpark.com
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$25
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Waterside RV Resort

11 sites · RVs1 acre · Bay City, TX
Waterside RV Resort, located in Sargent, TX is a luxury RV destination on the Gulf Coast. Covering one acre, we offer 11 extra-large RV sites, each with a Texas-sized 18 x 50 concrete pad and 1,500 feet of personal space. We are big-rig, pet, and eco-friendly. Enjoy 350 feet of private waterfront, great for fishing, crabbing, or just plain or R&R. Dock your boat park-side and access great Sargent fishing or coastal exploration directly from the park. Waterside amenities include full hookups, high-speed internet, large, level concrete pads, and a wide concrete driveway for easy parking. Our guest-only dock is a great place to take in world-class sunsets, enjoy family time, or have a friendly game of cornhole or horseshoes at Waterside Park. Opened in June 2022, Waterside is a family-owned, small business. As long-time RV-ers, the resort includes our favorite camping elements...waterfront spaces, wide spots with extra-large, level concrete pads, nice grass, and plenty of green space. We are just 90 miles from Houston and a million miles from hustle and bustle. The best-kept secret on the Gulf Coast. For beach, fishing, sunsets, or just R&R, Waterside RV Resort is your destination!
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$45
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Watermelon Hill

1 site · RV, Tent100 acres · Bellville, TX
The Huber family began its legacy of farming and ranching in 1868 when Samuel Isaak Huber, an immigrant from Switzerland, settled in Cat Spring, Texas. His son, Henry, and grandson, Lawrence, followed in his footsteps. Lawrence, a pretty good horseman and roper, used his winnings to acquire more land during the depression. He and his wife, Edna Schaffner Huber, willed the land to their twin daughters, Mary and Faye. Mary and her husband, Eddie, settled on the home place in 1970. Since that time, they have continued to build a strong and vibrant beef cattle operation. Eddie and Mary cultivated beautiful fields of Coastal and Tifton. Hay from these fields provides quality nutrition to our cattle during the winter months. Mary and Eddie's daughter, Connie and her family, Aaron and Skye, moved to the home place in 2013 and soon after created Watermelon Hill as a way of honoring the animals they raise and sharing the Huber family's natural way of life. The ranch consists of open fields of hay and grazing pastures intermixed with hardwood and softwood forest. Hilly landscapes are broken with wet weather creeks and fishing ponds located around the ranch. The town of Bellville is 7 miles, Columbus is 14 miles and Brenham is a short 25 miles away. There are multiple places to dine or enjoy a local brew close as well. Don't forget that Antique Week over in Warrenton is just 25 miles away. However, none of that matters if all you want to do is be quite and enjoy some serenity. The closest highway is two miles away so if quiet is all you want we have that in abundance. Camp sites are primitive with no water or electricity.
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$65
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Camping near El Campo with wildlife watching guide

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Looking to go camping near El Campo, Texas? Hipcamp has over 375 options available in the area, with accommodations to suit any preference. Whether you're looking for an RV getaway or a secluded spot by the Guadalupe River, there's something for everyone. Some of the top campsites in the area include Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway (321 reviews), Secluded Guadalupe River Spot (124 reviews), and Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp (129 reviews). With popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and potable water, and activities such as horseback riding, off-roading, and visiting historic sites, you're sure to have a memorable camping experience.

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