The best river, stream, or creek glamping in Lewisville Lake

Fringed by parklands, swimming beaches, and shady woodlands, Lewisville Lake feels a world away from Dallas—despite being less than an hour from downtown. Getting on the water is easy, whether you want to launch your boat from one of five marinas or numerous boat ramps, rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard, or fish for bass, crappie, and catfish. Summer brings the crowds to the lake, with a host of parties and open-air events held around the lakeside, but the many campgrounds, RV parks, and lake-view cabin rentals are all available year-round.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Fringed by parklands, swimming beaches, and shady woodlands, Lewisville Lake feels a world away from Dallas—despite being less than an hour from downtown. Getting on the water is easy, whether you want to launch your boat from one of five marinas or numerous boat ramps, rent a kayak or stand-up paddleboard, or fish for bass, crappie, and catfish. Summer brings the crowds to the lake, with a host of parties and open-air events held around the lakeside, but the many campgrounds, RV parks, and lake-view cabin rentals are all available year-round.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Adventure Creek Ranch

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6 sites · Lodging · Forestburg, TX

We have luxury treehouses nestled along a crystal-clear creek with 100 acres of hills and woods. Pecan and Oak trees fill the landscape as you meander through 2 miles of cleared forest pathways. We offer UTV rentals with hidden scavenger hunts. Message us for the details. This property sits on our working family ranch of 300 acres where we raise sheep, cattle, and chickens. Family memories are made here!

2. Camp Tonkawa Woods & Horse Camp

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8 sites · Tents, Lodging · Collinsville, TX

In the early 1900’s an iconic red barn was built near the hilltop along the road between the old Mt. Zion community and Collinsville. Later in the 1900’s, the land was mostly abandoned by its owners, but not by the local fishermen! They knew its woodland fishing pond never dried up, and so was able to support a better population of fish. They also dumped a cornucopia of old motorcycles, cars and farm equipment in the front field. What else were you supposed to do with scrap metal in North Texas horse country? In 2002 the Holtzman family purchased the 35 acre tract of land. They dug a front pond for swimming and paddling, buried the scrap metal (although occasional bits of history still work their way up!), restored and brought horses back to the barn, and began consulting with local biologists about supporting native wildlife. April Holtzman launched Camp Tonkawa Outdoor Learning Center on the property to provide a beautiful, safe place for families to explore and learn about nature. Camp Tonkawa continues to host overnight and day camps with educational programing organized around various themes including: Native American culture, nature awareness, basic camping skills, primitive survival, organic gardening, herbology, outdoor cooking, western days, and horsemanship. We also host field trips and frequently conduct Girl Scout journeys for all levels in the "It's Your Planet, Love it!" series. Due to Covid-19, which limited working with groups for our educational programing, we joined Hip Camp where families who could isolate in nature together on our property.

3. Blue Lagoon Campgrounds

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33 sites · Tents, Lodging · Whitesboro, TX

Blue Lagoon Campgrounds is a secluded recreational getaway with Red River beachfront access located in Whitesboro, Texas. Far enough from the city that you can relax the day away walking nature trails, hiking, canoeing on the river, playing beach volleyball, fishing for striper, throwing horseshoes, birdwatching, and gathering around our community camp fire in the evenings. We have a 24 unit RV lot with full hookups, and primitive tent spots. Daily, Weekly, and Monthly spaces are available to fit your needs with utilities included for nightly and weekly stays. We now offer internet WiFi services!

4. Grayson Farms Camping And Events

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4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bells, TX

Enjoy the quiet tranquility and beautiful nature at Grayson Farms. Experience peaceful tent camping under the stars, a convenient full hook-up RV site next to our main building, or rent our fully-equipped on-site RV—stocked with everything you need for a stress-free weekend getaway, including linens, towels, cookware, and more. Whether you're pitching a tent or looking for a ready-to-go retreat, we’ve got the perfect spot for your next adventure. While you're here, stop by our country store featuring local honey, jams, handmade soaps, and sweet treats. Our commercial kitchen offers delicious meals to-go and catering for special gatherings—just be sure to pre-order your meals when you book your stay. Guests also have access to two clean and convenient restrooms during their visit. To pre-order food items and see what is in stock in our store, please visit grayson-farms.square.site

Stories from the community

Diana

1 week ago

Weekend Trip to Adventure Creek Ranch

Our weekend at the creekside treehouse was amazing. The hosts were great. There’s so many things to do. I can’t wait to come back with the kids next time!

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Candice

3 weeks ago

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camp Tonkawa Woods & Horse Camp

Great spot to just be in nature! Girls really enjoyed the horse back riding.

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Jordan

September 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Adventure Creek Ranch

really great experience for us and our 3 boys. plenty to do and no one was ever bored! also clean and comfy!

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Tiffany

March 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Camp Tonkawa Woods & Horse Camp

Nice place. April was very accommodating. There was too much wind to say in the Teepee. We camped in tents. There was too much wind to use the water, we flew kites. We had a great time, but we were very flexible. Keep an open mind and you'll have fun, too!

Other options in and near Lewisville Lake

Sulphur Springs Camp

38 sites · Bend, TX

Sulphur Springs Camp stands out as a unique destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a perfect blend of fishing, wildlife observation, and recreational activities in a picturesque rustic setting. Fishing is the primary draw for many visitors, especially during the vibrant spring months of February, March, and April, when the annual white bass run takes place. During this time, anglers can witness the sand bass, also known as white bass, migrating from Lake Buchanan upstream to spawn in the inviting waters of Sulphur Springs Camp, Inc. It’s common for fishing enthusiasts to reach their limit in a remarkably short period. The Colorado River, which flows nearby, is home to a diverse array of fish species, including Channel Catfish, Flathead Catfish, Blue Catfish, White Bass, Carp, Stripers, Crappie, Buffalo, Gar, and Perch, providing ample opportunities for fishing adventures. For those who prefer activities beyond fishing, the camp offers a variety of options to enjoy. Visitors can indulge in bird watching, inner tubing, swimming, volleyball, and exhilarating white-water canoeing. Alternatively, many guests choose to unwind and soak in the serene beauty of the surrounding countryside. The area is rich in wildlife, making it a haven for animal lovers. Deer, turkeys,

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The best river, stream, or creek glamping in Lewisville Lake guide

Where to go

West Shore

Parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas dot the west coast of Lewisville Lake, drawing large crowds on summer weekends. If boat parties sound like your idea of fun, head down to Party Cove by Westlake Park on a Friday or Saturday evening. Alternatively, escape the crowds at the rustic campsites of Sycamore Bend or practice your swing at one of the inland golf courses.

East Shore

If you prefer lake views and brisk hikes to partying and picnicking, head over to the east shore. Hidden Cove Park and Wynnward Park have wildlife-filled wetlands and scenic nature trails, among them the popular Tribute Shoreline Nature Trail, or you can play golf along the Stewart Peninsula. As for camping, there’s a choice of cabins, RV sites, and a bunkhouse at Hidden Cove.

North Shore

The north shore of the lake forks off into peace-sign-shaped fingers, where you can paddle around secluded coves and cruise past picturesque lakefront villas. There are no campgrounds here, but if you’re looking for a challenge, you can hike, paddle, or horseback ride through the 39-mile Greenbelt Corridor, which connects Lake Lewisville to nearby Ray Roberts Lake.

South Shore

The LLELA Nature Preserve hugs the south shore of Lewisville Lake, where walking and kayaking trails lead the way around scenic wetlands, lakeside forests, and prairies. There’s a campground within the preserve, or you can pitch your tent or park your RV at Stewart Creek Park, a good choice for hikers and bikers, or Lake Park, which has a swimming area