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Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

We had an absolute blast at Pecans on the Paluxy! The campground is easy to find, well maintained, and Paul was very easy to get ahold of and responsive to all of our requests! Make sure you get the kayaks because the river is so much fun to explore! We fished, enjoyed a campfire under the stars, found some creek beds to walk into, and had a great family bonding time!

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

We loved Site 3! The site is large is space and quiet. The only thing we could partially hear was a generator from site 2 but that’s about it. The water was cool and clear. Although kayaks are available to rent, right in front of site 3 is very shallow and best for pool noodles and inflatable tubes. Water shoes are recommended but not required. My 3 year old had a blast jumping in the water. The water picket was extremely close to refill our jugs. My only concerns would be the ants and how to combat them next time. There were a lot of red ants and it made it tough to sit anywhere without worrying about my legs. We saw 2 snakes that didn’t bother us but definitely scared the girls. Hahah. Other than that, my family had a blast and we would definitely book again!

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

We loved this place! Very clean, peaceful and the river was perfect! The extra hammock is worth it. For the bird’s Fan, bring some food to put in bird’s feeder, you would be delight!

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

We had an amazing time - quick access to the river was awesome. The location is just far enough away to unplug, but close enough to the town for a quick supply run. Kayak fishing was a big plus. Property well maintained with lots of nice amenities. Paul was great - very accommodating with our schedule changes. No doubt that we'll be back.

3 nights at Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

2 nights at Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

Such a beautiful experience! My son is two and this was his second time camping. The first time was a fail, but this time was smooth sailing. The playground on site made the biggest difference for us. Thank you again!

1 night at Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

Our stay was very relaxing. It’s a beautiful location. We had a lot of fun in the river kayaking. This place is toddler friendly and our 3 year old played in the sand box, collected shells, spent time on swings, relaxed on the hammock etc. Overall we had an excellent stay. It’s also very close to restaurants.

Weekend Trip to Gypsy Moon Hideaway

A fun little spot on the river. The farm animals nearby just added to the experience! Everyone was so friendly!

Weekend Trip to Bee Mountain River Resort

fantastic location, loved the campsites and how close they are to the river. great staff and beautiful views!

Weekend Trip to High Hope Ranch

This was a beautiful campsite with awesome primitive camping! It was so cool seeing all the farm animals, and the stargazing pad is awesome! I will definitely be coming back!

Weekend Trip to High Hope Ranch

We did the primitive camping site and loved it! Grassy, wild flowers in bloom, and a good bit of privacy! We didn’t have a chance to hike a lot, but we will definitely take a longer trip next time to explore the ranch! The farm animals are a lot of fun to watch. The stargazer pad is too cool! Will definitely book that next time, especially if it’s more than just the two of us! The owners were very kind and responsive! Seriously, you can’t go wrong here!!

Weekend Trip to Bee Mountain River Resort

My 19 yr old son and I came to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and what we found was incredibly remarkable. Such a serene experience right next the mighty Brazos River. The water was flowing pretty swiftly due to flood control from the upstream lake but us and our 2 Black Lab pups just loved every minute of our time. With about 2 miles of well maintained riverfront to hike, we found ourselves just completely blown away by the beauty and serenity of God’s creation. His staff was very helpful and they made the stay very pleasant and accommodated all of our needs. I highly recommend this place to anyone and my wife and I are already in the works of planning our return trip.

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

I’ve visited 3 times now. It is easily one of my favorite places I’ve ever camped. It’s easy to get to and close to town, but it still feels like you are secluded in nature. The fire pits, chairs, tent decks, and paved steps down to the river are so nice and convenient. Thank you for having me, I hope to come back again soon.

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

Paul was accommodating and his spot is thoughtful planned out. Our small group and pets really enjoyed ourselves.

Weekend Trip to Hideout Ridge

We had a great camping experience here on the property. It was very beautiful, quiet and with a wonderful host. The shower and bathroom were very clean as well. Would 100% stay here again if our future adventures brings us close to this location.

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

Cool spot! We were at site 4, well taken care of and the trees offer privacy from the other sites.

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

Paul’s campsite was stunning. We loved every bit of our time here. Can’t wait to come back! Paul also is very kind and helpful :) Definitely come check out his place!

Weekend Trip to Gypsy Moon Hideaway

Host is very friendly, our site was nice and just off the river.

Weekend Trip to DeerCreek Campground

We loved our weekend stay at this site! The elevated platform was nice for our tent to keep off of the dirt. Waterfall was the best white noise for sleeping. Bathroom did the job and didn’t smell bad. Electricity worked well. Treehouse was amazing! Another camper found an arrowhead, likely from the Squaw. Only drawback was the road to get to the site because it had rained and was muddy but my 2 wheel pickup had no issue. If a car can’t use the road, you will just have to hoof it. Overall great campsite.

Weekend Trip to Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

We had absolutely the best time camping here. Paul was very communicative and giving information ahead of time. Highly recommend getting the kayaks. That was a lot of fun.

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Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

5 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Glen Rose, TX

Pitch your tent or boondock your RV on the Paluxy River under giant pecan trees. Enjoy the scenic view of our beautiful river. Our private property is located near the historic square of glen rose but feels like you are miles away in the country. Have fun kayaking, swimming, fishing, or just sit back and enjoy the views. We have 5 different spacious sites to choose from. Most have a tree break area in-between for privacy. Or rent all 5 and have the entire property to yourself. Updated river photos will be posted on our Facebook page, or message me for updates. Unfortunately, I'm not able to control the river. It goes up and down depending on rain and temperatures. The river gets pretty low during July and August. Wheeler Branch Reservoir(only a few miles from camp) is a great spot to swim and fish when the river water levels are lower. Very small lake that is good for swimming and kayaking with a dock, clear waters. We have 5 different sites. All of them overlook the Paluxy River, have rock fire pits, seating areas, patios, and stairs down to riverbed. You will have access to one of the most beautiful parts of the Paluxy River. During drought conditions and high temperatures I always recommend keeping your head above water and avoiding stagnant areas in the river. In order to reserve a spot you must be 21 or over. This is not a extremely remote place where you can party and go crazy. We want everyone to be able to sit back, relax and enjoy the views. Site Big Pecan: This is the farthest site upriver and has one of the largest pecan trees I've ever seen. The trees provide great shade cover during the summer. This site has an awesome rock patio seating area with 2 wooden Adirondack chairs overlooking the river with stairs to provide easy access down into the water. It also has a rock firepit with 2 wooden Adirondack chairs on a rock patio. Also includes a kids sand box, and a picnic table with shade umbrella, and numerous extras available to rent. Site 1 Limestone ledge: Firepit seating area overlooking the river with 4 Adirondack chairs and a shade umbrella, separate rock patio closer to the water overlooking the river with 2 wooden rocking chairs, stairs down to riverbed, huge pecan trees, kids play set with sand box, 1 picnic table, shade umbrella, and a 10' x 10' raised tent deck platform overlooking the river. Site 2: Firepit seating area overlooking limestone riverbed with 3 Adirondack chairs, picnic table with a shade umbrella, 10' x 10' raised tent / deck platform, stairs down to riverbed and shallow area of the river for kids to play. Awesome view of the river with trees / shrubs on each side for privacy. Site 3: Firepit seating area overlooking the riverbed, 2 wooden Adirondack chairs, 2 picnic tables, 1 shade umbrella, 2 sets of rock stairs to the riverbed, shallow area of the river for kids to play. Awesome view of the river with trees / shrubs on each side for privacy. Site 4 Farthest site downstream. Nice rock patio overlooking the river with two wooden rocking chairs. Easy access for RVs and trailers. Rock stairs to the river for easy access. Fire pit with rock patio around it with 4 wooden Adirondack chairs. Picnic table with shade umbrella. Kids sand box. Shallow areas for kids to play in the river. Deeper fishing hole about 100 feet down river. Great area to sit in the river with a lawn chair. Awesome view of the river with trees / shrubs on each side for privacy. A lot of people buy two sites for more privacy and room for larger groups. For example, many purchase Big Pecan and site 1 together. Or sites 2 and 3. kayaks, wood, outdoor games, frisbee golf baskets and disc, grill and utensils, propane firepit, and other extras available for rent. Please select those during checkout Tips: Bring river shoes, nose plugs, swimming essentials. Parts of the river can be very slippery. Bring life jackets, especially for children. Bring the essentials for any camping trip including: sunscreen, bug spray, anti-itch meds, etc. Chairs and sunshades to sit in the river are always popular. The Paluxy river ranges from just a few inches deep to 5 feet deep in our camping area. There are more swimming holes a little deeper up and downstream. Water is available at the entrance. No restroom - pack in, pack out. Bring your own potty and water. If you are not familiar with dry camping do some research. There are all types of methods for restrooms, heating, cooling, etc. available now to make it enjoyable. Dogs are allowed on leash. Please do not allow your dog to roam freely if they are aggressive in nature. Clean up after them. Cancellation Policy: You may cancel up to 3 days before your stay for a full refund. Weekends during peak seasons (March - June & September - November) are non-refundable unless canceled and another camper reserves the site. I do offer partial refunds for extreme weather conditions. Activities Nearby: Dinosaur Valley State Park (Hiking, Biking, Swimming) - 4.5 miles Fossil Rim Wildlife Center (Drive through the park) - 3.9 miles Historic Glen Rose Square (Eat, shop) - .5 miles Big Rocks Park (Free, Kids love to crawl on the huge boulders and wade in the river) - 1.3 miles Oakdale Park (Swimming pool, playground) - 1.4 miles Paluxy Heritage Park / River Walk (Free, Pretty walk, Connects to Big Rocks dam)- 1.2 miles Somervell County Museum (Free, donation) - .7 miles Wheeler Branch Reservoir - (small lake, good kayak fishing, clear)Expo Center (Rodeos, dog shows, different events depending on schedule) Places to eat:*Hammonds BBQ - 2 miles*Sexton Feed Mill Grill/Bar (River View) - .7 miles Los Primos Mexican Food/Bar - 1.7 miles*Mama Mia Mexican Cuisine -*Riverhouse Grill (Lil more upscale) - .4 miles*The Green Pickle (Hamburgers) - .7 milesLa Vita Italian Food - .7 miles*Big Cup Eatery (Breakfast, Dinner) - .9 miles* Storiebook Cafe (Sandwiches, wraps)- .8 miles Beehive Cafe - (hamburgers, Mexican food)Simple Simons (Pizza, calzones) -Snyder's Tavern Bar - .5 miles Blackies Bar/Grill - .7 miles Bull Lion Ranch Winery - .7 miles*Shoo-Fly Soda Shop (Ice-cream, pies) - .7 miles*Loco Coyote Grill/Bar (BBQ) - 8.8 miles Crave Bakery (coffee, pastries) - .8 miles*Grounded Coffee Shop (Coffee, salad bar)Debbie’s Restaurant (Breakfast) -Tiger Corner (Pastries, Sandwiches) -Subway -Sugar Biscuits (Lil Everything) -Teriyaki Chinese Food -Sunshine Doughnuts - *Rough Creek Lodge (upscale reservations, lunch $25, Dinner $125) - 15 miles*Overlook Cafe Fossil Rim (Free by bypassing main entrance, hamburgers, awesome view, petting zoo, gift shop) - 4 miles 7-Eleven Laredo Taco -Tacote (breakfast burritos, lunch) Cancellation Policy: You have until 3 days before your arrival to cancel for a full refund. This is strictly enforced for weekends or holidays. Credits for future stays are not available due to insurance reasons. Cancel as soon as you can. If you cancel after the 3 day period, but I am able to fill the site a refund will be given minus any fees incurred. Please understand there is only 5 sites at this location. A late cancellation hurts our business and those families that wanted to reserve a spot.

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Gypsy Moon Hideaway

13 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · Weatherford, TX

Located at the end of the road. There is over 20 acres. Some cleared and some still in original woods. Trees, grass and deer everywhere. There is over a quarter mile of Brazos riverfront property although you cannot get to the river on all of it due to it being in its natural state. There is a beach at the main camp that provides easy in and out of the water. the water depth varies with the rainfall but is usually between 2-4 feet deep.

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Bee Mountain River Resort

10 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Cleburne, TX

Nature and wildlife filled with fun and relaxation, Bee Mountain River Resort is a one-of-a-kind property. Private, spacious and beautiful, we are blessed with 1.5 miles of sandy beaches along the Brazos River and the white noise of life’s hectic pace doesn’t really exist here. Visitors enjoy our quiet and beautiful surroundings along with the good company of family and friends. Best of all, you get to play on some of the finest water in Texas for boating, fishing and water sports. Adults and kids love it here because it’s a great place to hang out, to be active, and have some good old fashion fun. Our customers are usually groups of friends and family; many have camped here for years. A few even claim to have grown up on the river and, to some extent, that might be true. Bee Mountain River Resort is a secluded off-the-grid campground that's been around since the '70s. And it's pretty well known to the locals. I first discovered the Brazos River in 1985 looking for good water to ski on. Having developed many great memories camping here over the years, I would describe our ranch as classic and old school. Change comes pretty slow.....and we like it that way! Family, friends, kids and pets all love our amazing getaway. A rare gem best shared with good and friendly people. Each and every campsite is located directly on the river and all of them are huge. Firewood, ice, kayaks, paddleboards and generators are available at low prices. Great tasting water from our 500' deep well, clean restrooms and a camper dump station are located on premises. We are very pet friendly providing your pet is friendly.

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Family-friendly camping near Horseshoe Bend guide

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Welcome to Hipcamp, the ultimate camping resource for outdoor enthusiasts! Whether you're looking for a family-friendly adventure or a serene getaway near Horseshoe Bend, Texas, we've got you covered. With over 470 options specifically tailored to the family-friendly land tag in this location, you're sure to find the perfect campsite to suit your needs. Looking for the top campsites with rave reviews? Check out 4R Ranch Winery Campsite (548 reviews), EcoRich Ranch (300 reviews), and Gypsy Moon Hideaway (222 reviews). With popular amenities like potable water, toilets, and campfires, and exciting activities such as whitewater paddling, horseback riding, and surfing, your camping experience will be nothing short of amazing. And with prices starting as low as $6 per night, camping has never been more affordable. So pack your bags and get ready to embark on a memorable outdoor adventure!