The best river, stream, or creek campgrounds near Silsbee, Texas

Set up your tent beside the river in Silsbee, where over 220 Hipcamp spots put you steps from the water. Pitch your camp for as little as $20 a night, with most sites averaging $50. If you want a local favorite, THRIVE family camp and RV (12 reviews) is a solid pick for riverside access. You’ll find spots that welcome pets, offer showers and toilets, and put you close to hiking trails, fishing holes, and plenty of wildlife-watching. No busy highways—just the sound of the Neches and a sky full of stars.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Set up your tent beside the river in Silsbee, where over 220 Hipcamp spots put you steps from the water. Pitch your camp for as little as $20 a night, with most sites averaging $50. If you want a local favorite, THRIVE family camp and RV (12 reviews) is a solid pick for riverside access. You’ll find spots that welcome pets, offer showers and toilets, and put you close to hiking trails, fishing holes, and plenty of wildlife-watching. No busy highways—just the sound of the Neches and a sky full of stars.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. THRIVE family camp and RV

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29mi from Silsbee · 7 sites · Tents, Lodging · Woodville, TX

Located near Lake Tejas or Steinhagen Reservoir travel 2.9 acres into a wooded hunting ground and enjoy a weekend of natures beauty. When you’re done setting up camp, hike the forest trails enjoy some vollyball with your friends and picnic under the shade of the trees. Our sites does have water access, an outhouse with a flushing toilet. Access to a rec area with volley ball. We also rent tents upon request. We have a 10 person tent for $50 a large 4-5 person tent with screened in area for $30. We offer a move in the woods package as well. A projector/screen setup and you bring a movie or rent one from us for $1 per title.

2. Plentiful C & T Forestry Camp

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27mi from Silsbee · 1 site · Tent, RV · Woodville, TX

Plentiful Crown & Temple Forestry Campgrounds. 🌲 Description Escape to a private forest tucked behind two peaceful lakes and a dam. Camp beneath towering trees, fish or kayak on the water, and enjoy wildlife by day and stargazing by night. Guests are welcome to cut and use forest wood for campfires or projects (please avoid large trees), adding to the adventure. There’s even a blossoming pile of firewood right in front of the property. When you arrive, look for a post marked with the number 6—this is the property. You’ll also see a surveyor’s stake in the ground with pink string and blue yarn. This natural retreat offers plenty of space for tents, hammocks, or small RVs, giving you both freedom and privacy. Please don’t disturb the small shed, but if you see it, you’re in the right place! Whether you’re here to relax, recharge, or explore, this forest hideaway is the perfect off-grid escape. ✅ Amenities Campfires allowed (cut your own wood on-site) Pet-friendly 🐾 Parking available Lake access for fishing, kayaking, swimming Wide clearings for tents, hammocks, or small RVs. 🚫 What to Bring / Know No running water or electricity (pack in/pack out) Bring your own kayak, tools, fishing gear, and camping supplies Please respect nature & leave no trace.

3. Whispering Creek Lodging & RV Resort

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42mi from Silsbee · 39 sites · RVs, Lodging · Newton, TX

Quiet Getaway, Enjoy staying In a quiet wooded resort with plenty of amenities and things to do. Choose from a variety of stay options like; stay in one of our comfy cabins, or our cozy rooms, or rent one of our campers for the traveling feel, or bring your own camper and reserve a spot. Enjoy our many amenities and outdoor activities. Visit the local activities. Enjoy your stay and join us for breakfast or coffee in the morning.

4. Village Creek State Park

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42 sites · Lumberton, Texas

Diverse habitats teem with wildlife while a rare free-flowing creek delights at this small park.

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5. Big Thicket National Preserve

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1 site · Warren, Texas

Everything is bigger in Texas, and Big Thicket is no exception.

6. Cozy Cabin in Da Piney Woods!

44mi from Silsbee · 1 site · Lodging · Colmesneil, TX

Get away from the city, relax, get in touch with nature, stargaze! One room rustic cabin on 74 wooded acres, walking trails, private, no neighbors. Pet friendly, king bed, full kitchen, fridge, stove, oven, ice maker, blender, pots, pans, utensils. Charcoal grill, fire pit, areas to sit outside. Unlimited LTE internet, Smart TV. 20 minutes to Sam Rayburn Lake and\or Martin Dies State Park and Lake Tejas, 10 min to the Angelina River Plenty of parking for your boat.

7. Hogs Hollow Homestead LLC

38mi from Silsbee · 1 site · Tent · Newton, TX

Sleep in a Tree tent and watch the stars and hear the night life. In the morning wake up to the birds chirping. Tree tent is surrounded by pine trees, oaks, cedars and magnolias. Enjoy a cool down at Vinnie's Beach (Creek) or in the cool water of the spring. Walk the primitive trails and explore what the forest has to offer. You can see how we make compost (if available take a bag home with you, which you have dug up yourself) Learn about worm farming, compost toilet, flushable vermicomposting toilet and many more homesteading activities if you want to explore them. If you want to explore the possibility of camping regularly and don't want to spend the money on buying equipment, Hogs Hollow Homestead is the place for you. Your tent will be set up for you and all camping equipment could be provided for you in order to make your camping experience enjoyable. Make this camping not just a camping experience but learning about what nature has to offer you. Hot coffee or tea will be brought to you to enjoy before starting your day. To add to your experience, we offer Clay or Essential oil Massages using clay from the property (at extra cost).

8. Silsbee RV Village

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2.4mi from Silsbee · 14 sites · Silsbee, TX

The property is 28 acres adjacent to the in Big Thicket National near Village Creek and Mill Creek. There are hiking trails from our property to Village Creek and Mill Creek. Village creek is known for its beautiful white sandbars and use to be home to a tribe of Indians in the early 1800's as groups of Indian tribes settled along the gulf coast. This park was originally built as a mobile home park in the late 1960's and renovated to accommodate RV's in the 1980's. After Hurricane Harvey destroyed the area in August of 2017 the property and completely re-vamped it in order to truly appreciate all it has to offer. We currently have 31 RV spaces and 2 cabins and laundry facilities. There is a 3 acre pond for fishing or kayaking. The park is secluded and quiet. We allow pets that are not considered dangerous breeds. Come and enjoy.

9. Martin Dies, Jr. State Park

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176 sites · Jasper, Texas

Feel alive at this state park in eastern Texas, where a diversity of wildlife rules.

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Public campgrounds near Silsbee

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Creekside Walk-in Campground

6.3mi from Silsbee · 16 sites · in Village Creek State Park

Village Creek Sponsored Youth Group Campground

6.5mi from Silsbee · 1 site · Tent, RV · in Village Creek State Park

Hilltop Campground

6.5mi from Silsbee · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · in Village Creek State Park

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Big Thicket Backcountry

17mi from Silsbee · 1 site · in Big Thicket National Preserve

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Martin Dies Campground

35mi from Silsbee · 176 sites · Tents, RVs · in Martin Dies, Jr. State Park

Stories from the community

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Ian

1 day ago

20 ft campervan

1 night at Plentiful C & T Forestry Camp

Good spot for a quick night. Across the street from a camper in a very wooded spot. We made a fire and pitched a tent in a small clearing.

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Christina

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Whispering Creek Lodging & RV Resort

The campgrounds are well kept and the office staff is very friendly. Breakfast was served on the weekend and coffee. This was not expected and very much appreciated! The RV was spacious and had everything needed to enjoy our stay!

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Jeffrey

April 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to THRIVE family camp and RV

Even though I booked at the very last possible minute, David went out of his way to be helpful and accommodating. The site is very rural and secluded and waking up to a rich chorus of songbirds including Hooded and Swainson’s warblers was delightful.

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Matti

March 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to THRIVE family camp and RV

Upon arrival late at night although I gave David a short notice he showed up in the Darkness with his family and showed me around the campsite and made sure that all our questions were answered unfortunately on the second day my girlfriend who isn't a big camper wanted to cut the trip short and David was courteous enough to provide us a refund although he didn't have to we'll definitely consider coming back in the future the campsite was very well organized and clean and easy to locate. Highly recommended!

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Nathan

February 2025

Tent

1 night at THRIVE family camp and RV

This was my second time visiting David and his family’s campground. This place is very secluded and ran by a very respectable family. I will be coming back to THRIVE for the foreseeable future. 10/10 recommend!

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Maribel

December 2024

Tent

Weekend Trip to THRIVE family camp and RV

The site was in a secluded area allowing us to relax in nature. The bathroom was clean and the host was very accommodating!

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Nathan

November 2024

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to THRIVE family camp and RV

My kid’s and I camped out at THRIVE over the weekend. The area was really nice and we would love to come visit again! The running toilet was much appreciated.

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Hudson

November 2024

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to THRIVE family camp and RV

Loved the campsite the owner super friendly and very helpful would definitely recommend