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M Rockin C Ranch

21 sites · RVs, Tents95 acres · Grapeland, TX

M-Rockin-C Ranch, owned and operated by retired US veteran, is raising egg laying chickens, pastured boiler chickens, goats (Nigerian Dwarfs, Pygmy and a Nigerian-Pygmy cross), rabbits (California - meat/pets) and also have grass-fed beef (Brangus, Angus and F1 Hybrids). We have expanded our rabbitry soon to include Rex and Harlequin breeds as well. The drought of 2022 and 2023 caused us to have to cut fencing which we are still working to repair in order to bring back our heritage hogs. Turkeys are raised only when pre-paid by customers. We are currently working to get bees again for local harvested honey in Houston County, Texas. All my poultry and livestock are free ranged and live on pasture supplemented with non-GMO feeds using no antibiotics or hormones. My goal is growing all the livestock in an environment outside where they can live normal lives eating bugs and grass, enjoying the sun and rain and through holistic management creating more sustainable pastureland for the future. Our main rule is please enjoy observing the ranch life but do not harass the animals. We live in the country please do not be too loud or cross outside of our ranch boundaries. My neighbors have lived here or moved here for their own peace and solitude as well... be respectful of that and enjoy your stay in the country. The ranch is located in the Piney Woods of eastern Texas and consists of 95.26 acres mostly in open grazing land with dispersed pine and oak trees in small groupings and along the fence lines. The ranch has a nearly a 1/4-acre upper pond and an elongated narrower lake that is close to 1 and a 1/2-acre below the upper pond to the west. There is a fenced in just over 1/2 acre area just north of the upper pond. The ponds gain water from natural spring flow and rainwater. Cook Creek runs through the entrance area off of FM 2022 on the northwest side of the property. The creek is year-round but normally is only a few inches deep but does have a few deeper pools of water. The ranch has about 65+ acres of gentle rolling hills of open pasture. The pastures consist of bahia, maxio and angusta ryegrasses, with mostly coastal grasses with some red and white clover mixed with natives. The ranch also has a diverse group of wildlife including but not limited to coyotes, white tail deer, roadrunners, racoons, possums, wild pigs and hawks of different species. We have spotted a golden eagle on the ranch within the last few months. We have a couple juvenile bald eagles on the north-northwest side of the property. Our large great blue heron is back from his migration south. Several kingfishers are nesting near the large lake. Several other migratory birds and waterfowl also traverse the ranch during their travels north and south through the area. The night sky is amazing! If nothing else brings you here. You must come enjoy the view of the milky way and thousands of stars visible in our south-east Texas night sky. Photos of the night sky have been added to the listing... do not miss them! I really enjoy just leaning back in a zero-gravity chair and getting to view the sky when not looking through my 8in Meade Coma-Free Smith-Cassegrain telescope. I often have the scope setup and visitors are more than welcome to come view the wonders that our night sky has to offer on most clear nights. Bring apples and carrots to get close to our draft mules and horses. They will love you for the treats and offer great photo opportunities for those treats. They might follow you back to your campsite though if they get too be too much trouble just shoo or scare them away. Bring a fishing pole to see if you have any luck catching a bream, sunfish, small mouth or largemouth bass. We do have turtles as well. The biggest and meanest is the alligator snapping turtles best to just cut the line than try to take your hook or lure back from these guys.

The backwoods of the forest!

8 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Kennard, TX

Our property is located in the middle of the Davy Crockett National Forest, and is a part of one of the original homestead properties of the timber boom of the early 1900's. Designated as a "century farm" the original family goes back over 100 years. Beautiful scenery and all the natural forest you can handle! Learn more about this land: Located in Houston County, our campground is just 8 miles from Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, and the boat ramp at Anderson crossing on the Neches river. Big Slough Wilderness Area is just 2 miles by road, and the 4c hiking trail has 2 trailheads within 2 miles of the camps. Our camp is located smack dab in the middle of the Davy Crockett National Forest, and is perfect for viewing wildlife, nature hikes, biking, horseback riding, and just about any other outdoors activities. Only primitive camping is available at this time.

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.

The Canaima @ Lake Palestine

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Flint, TX

Minutes from Lake Palestine! Part of The Villages Resort! Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. This one of a kind spacious RV has everything imaginable to enjoy some much needed time away. This RV has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, fully stocked kitchen and a roomy living room. Next to it you will find a beautiful glass room, furnished with a TV, full size sofa bed, and a fridge. For those that love the outdoors, spend time on the outdoor patio with outdoor furniture and a grill to enjoy your weekend. Book this cozy home today.

Three Fingers Bow Hunting

10 sites · Lodging400 acres · Fairfield, TX

400 acres half open fields and half is wooded. Has a creek running through it and two wetlands lots of ducks in the winter time. Four ponds stocked for fishing or swiming. High game fence on part of the ranch with exotic animals stocked in it. Lots of free ranging deer also. Active cattle ranch also.

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Secluded Cabins on the Lake

4 sites · Lodging2 acres · Crockett, TX

These cabins are hand built, with families in mind, to share with other families. They are located on Houston County lake. Stewart Cove is perfect for people who are looking to unplug from the outside world and reconnect with their families and nature. The property is perfect for child-friendly adventures or romantic getaways. Enjoy this peaceful lake view surrounded by beautiful pine trees. The Space: - Secluded lake cabins on Houston County Lake. 2-acre property - Panoramic windows of Houston County lake from the living room - Wood floors throughout cabins - Wrap around deck with an incredible view and surrounded by beautiful pine trees - Selfie stick attached to the cabin for the perfect family photo - City water and electric - Fully equipped kitchen: refrigerator, stove, microwave, cooktop, dishwasher, coffee maker, pots, pans, wine opener, and wine glasses. - Each cabin has its own Washer and dryer - All bathrooms come with a combination of tub and shower. - We provide bath towels. - There are 2 bedrooms and a Loft. The master bedroom has 1 queen bed - The guest room has 2 full-size bunk beds - Cabin 1 loft has 2 twin beds and Cabin 2 loft has 1 queen - Wifi is included (runs slow but perfect for unplugging) - TV with Dish in living room Things to do: - We have a Covered Pavilion with a basketball hoop and pickleball court - 60-foot waterside from the large hill into the lake - Swimming in the lake - Fishing in the lake - Bird watching (We have eagles, blue herrings, pelicans, etc.) - Several kayaks with adult and child lifejackets free to use - Cement deck near the lake with cafe lights - BBQ pit, bench swing, and picnic tables - Sandbox for kids - The fire pit is great for smores! Other Things to note: - This is the owner's primary residence. The main house is far from the cabins. Things to Bring: - Sunblock - Bug spray - Outdoor towels - Coffee Sheets, blankets, pillows, and towels are provided for each cabin. You'll need to bring your own outdoor towels for swimming. The last 5 miles of the drive are on a "Red Dirt Road" and it can be bumpy or even slippery if it's rained recently. I've never heard of any issues in any vehicles but it's definitely a county road. You will leave with red dirt on your vehicle but that's part of the appeal, the secluded getaway :) Once you start down the driveway you'll see the lake through the trees, making the rough 5-mile ride worth it.

M Rockin C Ranch

21 sites · RVs, Tents95 acres · Grapeland, TX

M-Rockin-C Ranch, owned and operated by retired US veteran, is raising egg laying chickens, pastured boiler chickens, goats (Nigerian Dwarfs, Pygmy and a Nigerian-Pygmy cross), rabbits (California - meat/pets) and also have grass-fed beef (Brangus, Angus and F1 Hybrids). We have expanded our rabbitry soon to include Rex and Harlequin breeds as well. The drought of 2022 and 2023 caused us to have to cut fencing which we are still working to repair in order to bring back our heritage hogs. Turkeys are raised only when pre-paid by customers. We are currently working to get bees again for local harvested honey in Houston County, Texas. All my poultry and livestock are free ranged and live on pasture supplemented with non-GMO feeds using no antibiotics or hormones. My goal is growing all the livestock in an environment outside where they can live normal lives eating bugs and grass, enjoying the sun and rain and through holistic management creating more sustainable pastureland for the future. Our main rule is please enjoy observing the ranch life but do not harass the animals. We live in the country please do not be too loud or cross outside of our ranch boundaries. My neighbors have lived here or moved here for their own peace and solitude as well... be respectful of that and enjoy your stay in the country. The ranch is located in the Piney Woods of eastern Texas and consists of 95.26 acres mostly in open grazing land with dispersed pine and oak trees in small groupings and along the fence lines. The ranch has a nearly a 1/4-acre upper pond and an elongated narrower lake that is close to 1 and a 1/2-acre below the upper pond to the west. There is a fenced in just over 1/2 acre area just north of the upper pond. The ponds gain water from natural spring flow and rainwater. Cook Creek runs through the entrance area off of FM 2022 on the northwest side of the property. The creek is year-round but normally is only a few inches deep but does have a few deeper pools of water. The ranch has about 65+ acres of gentle rolling hills of open pasture. The pastures consist of bahia, maxio and angusta ryegrasses, with mostly coastal grasses with some red and white clover mixed with natives. The ranch also has a diverse group of wildlife including but not limited to coyotes, white tail deer, roadrunners, racoons, possums, wild pigs and hawks of different species. We have spotted a golden eagle on the ranch within the last few months. We have a couple juvenile bald eagles on the north-northwest side of the property. Our large great blue heron is back from his migration south. Several kingfishers are nesting near the large lake. Several other migratory birds and waterfowl also traverse the ranch during their travels north and south through the area. The night sky is amazing! If nothing else brings you here. You must come enjoy the view of the milky way and thousands of stars visible in our south-east Texas night sky. Photos of the night sky have been added to the listing... do not miss them! I really enjoy just leaning back in a zero-gravity chair and getting to view the sky when not looking through my 8in Meade Coma-Free Smith-Cassegrain telescope. I often have the scope setup and visitors are more than welcome to come view the wonders that our night sky has to offer on most clear nights. Bring apples and carrots to get close to our draft mules and horses. They will love you for the treats and offer great photo opportunities for those treats. They might follow you back to your campsite though if they get too be too much trouble just shoo or scare them away. Bring a fishing pole to see if you have any luck catching a bream, sunfish, small mouth or largemouth bass. We do have turtles as well. The biggest and meanest is the alligator snapping turtles best to just cut the line than try to take your hook or lure back from these guys.

The Canaima @ Lake Palestine

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Flint, TX

Minutes from Lake Palestine! Part of The Villages Resort! Enjoy the lovely setting of this romantic spot in nature. This one of a kind spacious RV has everything imaginable to enjoy some much needed time away. This RV has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, fully stocked kitchen and a roomy living room. Next to it you will find a beautiful glass room, furnished with a TV, full size sofa bed, and a fridge. For those that love the outdoors, spend time on the outdoor patio with outdoor furniture and a grill to enjoy your weekend. Book this cozy home today.

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.

The backwoods of the forest!

8 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Kennard, TX

Our property is located in the middle of the Davy Crockett National Forest, and is a part of one of the original homestead properties of the timber boom of the early 1900's. Designated as a "century farm" the original family goes back over 100 years. Beautiful scenery and all the natural forest you can handle! Learn more about this land: Located in Houston County, our campground is just 8 miles from Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, and the boat ramp at Anderson crossing on the Neches river. Big Slough Wilderness Area is just 2 miles by road, and the 4c hiking trail has 2 trailheads within 2 miles of the camps. Our camp is located smack dab in the middle of the Davy Crockett National Forest, and is perfect for viewing wildlife, nature hikes, biking, horseback riding, and just about any other outdoors activities. Only primitive camping is available at this time.

Three Fingers Bow Hunting

10 sites · Lodging400 acres · Fairfield, TX

400 acres half open fields and half is wooded. Has a creek running through it and two wetlands lots of ducks in the winter time. Four ponds stocked for fishing or swiming. High game fence on part of the ranch with exotic animals stocked in it. Lots of free ranging deer also. Active cattle ranch also.

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Seven Acres Campground

3 sites · Lodging7 acres · Tyler, TX

We moved to our seven acres in 1999 and have spent 15 years building the campground and furnishing the cabins with antiques specific to the era they are named after. It’s like getting to spend the night in your favorite part of a museum! The Fireman’s Bunker, WWII Room and the Victorian Room along with a claw foot rub to soak in!

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Peninsula Point Luxury RV Resort

1 site · RV1 acre · Eureka, TX

RV ready waterfront lot on Richland Chambers Lake Amenities include: Pool Bathrooms/Showers Laundry Gas Grills Boat Ramp Playground Dog Run Our lot includes: Water Electricity: 120V/30A/50A Sewer 20' x 40' Concrete Pad 16' x 16' Pavilion Firepit 20' x 20' dock with boat slip Fishing Boating

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Kerens 75144 - Lake Front RV Camper

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Kerens, TX

Experience Lakefront RV Camper Getaway An inviting brand-new RV awaits your arrival! Unforgettable RV Stay at Private Lakeside Haven! Create cherished memories at Richland Chambers Lake, perfect for romance or family adventures.!! Come take a look at this new community today! The gated community offers a nice pool, clubhouse, and pier. Perfect place to enjoy your weekend getaway or vacation! What this place offers: 7 People can sleep (1 Queen (2) + 1BH (2) + 1BH(2) + 1 Converting Dine) Lake access Kitchen Dining Wifi Dedicated workspace Free parking on premises Shared outdoor pool - available seasonally Pets allowed TV Paid washer – In building Paid dryer – In building

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Silver Linings Camping

1 site · Lodging1 acre · Log Cabin, TX

Silver Linings Camping provides a private, quiet spot to unwind after a day of activities.Learn more about this land:This 1966 17ft Airstream setup is ideal to use for fishing tournaments or other lake activities, as you will have access to a private dock for your boat. There is a small lake view but you are nestled in to a private area on the back of the property. Would be a perfect getaway for a couple also. One kayak is available for use.

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The Cedars at Log Cabin

1 site · RV1 acre · Malakoff, TX

My husband and I bought this land cleared it and put our tiny house here and we love it😊❤️ We have a fire pit area, a smoker, and we offer lot of food options could be very catered, kayaks available to rent!Learn more about this land:Hillside campsite with Lake view on acre with campfire area! There are 2 kayaks , a one person, and a 2 person available for use at your own risk! Owners onsite in tiny house can provide breakfast and dinner for added fee. Firewood is also available onsite for a fee. Boat ramp within a 1000 ft of home for your use while staying! Almost any service you need is available from owners from store runs to gourmet meals!

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Bunny Hill Farm

10 sites · TentsFairfield, TX

Out in the country but 1 mile east from a quaint town called Fairfield. The address is on the mailbox. Learn more about this land:pitch you tent in the woods. sleep under the stars. few minute walk to main house.

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The backwoods of the forest!

8 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Kennard, TX

Our property is located in the middle of the Davy Crockett National Forest, and is a part of one of the original homestead properties of the timber boom of the early 1900's. Designated as a "century farm" the original family goes back over 100 years. Beautiful scenery and all the natural forest you can handle! Learn more about this land: Located in Houston County, our campground is just 8 miles from Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, and the boat ramp at Anderson crossing on the Neches river. Big Slough Wilderness Area is just 2 miles by road, and the 4c hiking trail has 2 trailheads within 2 miles of the camps. Our camp is located smack dab in the middle of the Davy Crockett National Forest, and is perfect for viewing wildlife, nature hikes, biking, horseback riding, and just about any other outdoors activities. Only primitive camping is available at this time.

M Rockin C Ranch

21 sites · RVs, Tents95 acres · Grapeland, TX

M-Rockin-C Ranch, owned and operated by retired US veteran, is raising egg laying chickens, pastured boiler chickens, goats (Nigerian Dwarfs, Pygmy and a Nigerian-Pygmy cross), rabbits (California - meat/pets) and also have grass-fed beef (Brangus, Angus and F1 Hybrids). We have expanded our rabbitry soon to include Rex and Harlequin breeds as well. The drought of 2022 and 2023 caused us to have to cut fencing which we are still working to repair in order to bring back our heritage hogs. Turkeys are raised only when pre-paid by customers. We are currently working to get bees again for local harvested honey in Houston County, Texas. All my poultry and livestock are free ranged and live on pasture supplemented with non-GMO feeds using no antibiotics or hormones. My goal is growing all the livestock in an environment outside where they can live normal lives eating bugs and grass, enjoying the sun and rain and through holistic management creating more sustainable pastureland for the future. Our main rule is please enjoy observing the ranch life but do not harass the animals. We live in the country please do not be too loud or cross outside of our ranch boundaries. My neighbors have lived here or moved here for their own peace and solitude as well... be respectful of that and enjoy your stay in the country. The ranch is located in the Piney Woods of eastern Texas and consists of 95.26 acres mostly in open grazing land with dispersed pine and oak trees in small groupings and along the fence lines. The ranch has a nearly a 1/4-acre upper pond and an elongated narrower lake that is close to 1 and a 1/2-acre below the upper pond to the west. There is a fenced in just over 1/2 acre area just north of the upper pond. The ponds gain water from natural spring flow and rainwater. Cook Creek runs through the entrance area off of FM 2022 on the northwest side of the property. The creek is year-round but normally is only a few inches deep but does have a few deeper pools of water. The ranch has about 65+ acres of gentle rolling hills of open pasture. The pastures consist of bahia, maxio and angusta ryegrasses, with mostly coastal grasses with some red and white clover mixed with natives. The ranch also has a diverse group of wildlife including but not limited to coyotes, white tail deer, roadrunners, racoons, possums, wild pigs and hawks of different species. We have spotted a golden eagle on the ranch within the last few months. We have a couple juvenile bald eagles on the north-northwest side of the property. Our large great blue heron is back from his migration south. Several kingfishers are nesting near the large lake. Several other migratory birds and waterfowl also traverse the ranch during their travels north and south through the area. The night sky is amazing! If nothing else brings you here. You must come enjoy the view of the milky way and thousands of stars visible in our south-east Texas night sky. Photos of the night sky have been added to the listing... do not miss them! I really enjoy just leaning back in a zero-gravity chair and getting to view the sky when not looking through my 8in Meade Coma-Free Smith-Cassegrain telescope. I often have the scope setup and visitors are more than welcome to come view the wonders that our night sky has to offer on most clear nights. Bring apples and carrots to get close to our draft mules and horses. They will love you for the treats and offer great photo opportunities for those treats. They might follow you back to your campsite though if they get too be too much trouble just shoo or scare them away. Bring a fishing pole to see if you have any luck catching a bream, sunfish, small mouth or largemouth bass. We do have turtles as well. The biggest and meanest is the alligator snapping turtles best to just cut the line than try to take your hook or lure back from these guys.

The Cedars at Log Cabin

1 site · RV1 acre · Malakoff, TX

My husband and I bought this land cleared it and put our tiny house here and we love it😊❤️ We have a fire pit area, a smoker, and we offer lot of food options could be very catered, kayaks available to rent!Learn more about this land:Hillside campsite with Lake view on acre with campfire area! There are 2 kayaks , a one person, and a 2 person available for use at your own risk! Owners onsite in tiny house can provide breakfast and dinner for added fee. Firewood is also available onsite for a fee. Boat ramp within a 1000 ft of home for your use while staying! Almost any service you need is available from owners from store runs to gourmet meals!

Kerens 75144 - Lake Front RV Camper

1 site · RV, Tent1 acre · Kerens, TX

Experience Lakefront RV Camper Getaway An inviting brand-new RV awaits your arrival! Unforgettable RV Stay at Private Lakeside Haven! Create cherished memories at Richland Chambers Lake, perfect for romance or family adventures.!! Come take a look at this new community today! The gated community offers a nice pool, clubhouse, and pier. Perfect place to enjoy your weekend getaway or vacation! What this place offers: 7 People can sleep (1 Queen (2) + 1BH (2) + 1BH(2) + 1 Converting Dine) Lake access Kitchen Dining Wifi Dedicated workspace Free parking on premises Shared outdoor pool - available seasonally Pets allowed TV Paid washer – In building Paid dryer – In building

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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