96% (33) • 25 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Valley Mills
Dinosaur Valley RV Park
1. Dinosaur Valley RV Park
100%
(2)
45mi from Valley Mills · 90 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Dinosaur Valley RV Park, a one-of-a-kind destination nestled in the picturesque hill country along the scenic Paluxy River. This unique campground offers a rich blend of history and adventure, where the echoes of ancient dinosaurs meet the vibrant culture of Native American heritage.
At Dinosaur Valley RV Park, families can immerse themselves in a nostalgic cowboy and Indian frontier-themed experience while enjoying modern amenities. Our spacious drive-through RV spots come equipped with 50 amp full hookups, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. For those seeking a cozy retreat, we offer fully furnished cabins that provide a perfect home away from home. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate our horse corrals, while adventurous spirits can opt for our primitive tent sites, perfect for a more rugged camping experience.
In addition to our exceptional accommodations, the park is surrounded by stunning natural features, including nearby swimming holes and a variety of outdoor activities. Explore the beautiful landscapes, enjoy hiking trails, or visit local restaurants and shops to enhance your stay. At Dinosaur Valley RV Park, your family can create unforgettable memories in a truly unique setting.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
🐮Tiny Town at GSD Ranch🐣 Unique
2. 🐮Tiny Town at GSD Ranch🐣 Unique
100%
(4)
40mi from Valley Mills · 10 sites · Lodging
Escape the city and discover the charm of Tiny Town at GSD Ranch, where a unique rental experience awaits. Our rentals sleep 2 to 7 people depending on size and setup. Choose from six cozy cabin/tiny homes or park your RV at one of our eight spots, and you may bring your horse along to book a stay at our Horse Motel. Situated on Hwy 281, Just about 3 miles (South) from downtown Hico and 20 miles from Hamilton. This is more than just a stay—it's an adventure by Vacation Your Way!
Immerse yourself in farm life by visiting our friendly animals, including cows, sheep, mini-donkeys, and mini-goats. Gather around the community fire pit for stargazing like you've never seen before, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the countryside or relax in a hammock and play a round of horse shoes! Vacation Your Way created Tiny Town to provide quick get-a-ways (estimated 1.5 hour drive) from DFW and other big cities around Texas so y’all can enjoy the ranch life at our unique vacation rentals.
If you are traveling with extended family or friends, please contact your host so that we can book your groups nearby each other. It's the perfect way to travel with others, you each have your own private space but your guests are nearby. Tiny homes and cabins are spread apart on our many acres.
Glen Rose's DinoWorld and Fossil Rim are about a 30 min drive!
( Ask us about our second Tiny Town that is a lake experience in Eastland, TX–Lake Eastland!)
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$105
/ night
Country Woods Inn
3. Country Woods Inn
96%
(27)
43mi from Valley Mills · 4 sites · Lodging
Welcome to an adventure!
Cabin on the SAME river 113 million year old dinosaur tracks were just discovered minutes upstream in Dinosaur Valley State Park.
40 wooded acres on the Paluxy River with a river walk to the historic downtown square. Minutes from Fossil Rim, Dinosaur State Park, Dinosaur World and The Promise, this Award Winning inn is the perfect setting for Family Reunions, Church Retreats and Weddings in the breathtaking Chapel in the Woods!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$140
/ night
Riverfront Luxury Glamping Retreat
4. Riverfront Luxury Glamping Retreat
6.1mi from Valley Mills · 5 sites · Lodging
Star Studded Nights is a riverfront property in the northern Hill Country of Texas, just outside of Waco. Immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the comforts of home.
Our safari tents feature high-end finishes inside, along with welcoming campfires, private outdoor kitchens, grills, fire pits, and shared gathering spaces around the property. Experience serene scenery, star-studded skies, and more at this private retreat in Valley Mills, Texas.
Our Common Ground area is the perfect place to meet new friends, play games, share delicious meals prepared in our communal kitchen, and relax under the stars. A Provisional General Store is located at the Pavilion, offering basics, snacks, beverages, and ice cream.
Kayaks, canoes, and inner tubes are provided for guests to enjoy the river.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$255
/ night
Blue Hills Ranch
5. Blue Hills Ranch
88%
(4)
21mi from Valley Mills · 11 sites · Lodging
Welcome to Blue Hills Ranch, located in the heart of central Texas, just 15 minutes outside Waco. Blue Hills Ranch was named after the 150 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in bluebonnets that bloom a beautiful blue each spring. We're also home to natural ponds, lakes, free-roaming wildlife, and the Blue Hills Giraffe & Animal Sanctuary. With amazing views as far as the eye can see, majestic hills, and sunsets that will leave you in awe, your guests will be talking about your special day for years to come. Blue Hills Giraffe & Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit 501c3 dedicated to giving animals a forever home.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$150
/ night
Glen Rose Glamping at Oakdale
6. Glen Rose Glamping at Oakdale
100%
(2)
43mi from Valley Mills · 3 sites
Oakdale Park is a special glamping destination featuring one of the best swimming pools in Texas. Guests can walk to city parks, the historic town square and both Dinosaur Valley State Park and Fossil Rim Wildlife Sanctuary are a short 5 minute drive.
96% (33) • 25 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Valley Mills
Dinosaur Valley RV Park
1. Dinosaur Valley RV Park
100%
(2)
45mi from Valley Mills · 90 sites · RVs, Lodging
Welcome to Dinosaur Valley RV Park, a one-of-a-kind destination nestled in the picturesque hill country along the scenic Paluxy River. This unique campground offers a rich blend of history and adventure, where the echoes of ancient dinosaurs meet the vibrant culture of Native American heritage.
At Dinosaur Valley RV Park, families can immerse themselves in a nostalgic cowboy and Indian frontier-themed experience while enjoying modern amenities. Our spacious drive-through RV spots come equipped with 50 amp full hookups, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests. For those seeking a cozy retreat, we offer fully furnished cabins that provide a perfect home away from home. Horse enthusiasts will appreciate our horse corrals, while adventurous spirits can opt for our primitive tent sites, perfect for a more rugged camping experience.
In addition to our exceptional accommodations, the park is surrounded by stunning natural features, including nearby swimming holes and a variety of outdoor activities. Explore the beautiful landscapes, enjoy hiking trails, or visit local restaurants and shops to enhance your stay. At Dinosaur Valley RV Park, your family can create unforgettable memories in a truly unique setting.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
🐮Tiny Town at GSD Ranch🐣 Unique
2. 🐮Tiny Town at GSD Ranch🐣 Unique
100%
(4)
40mi from Valley Mills · 10 sites · Lodging
Escape the city and discover the charm of Tiny Town at GSD Ranch, where a unique rental experience awaits. Our rentals sleep 2 to 7 people depending on size and setup. Choose from six cozy cabin/tiny homes or park your RV at one of our eight spots, and you may bring your horse along to book a stay at our Horse Motel. Situated on Hwy 281, Just about 3 miles (South) from downtown Hico and 20 miles from Hamilton. This is more than just a stay—it's an adventure by Vacation Your Way!
Immerse yourself in farm life by visiting our friendly animals, including cows, sheep, mini-donkeys, and mini-goats. Gather around the community fire pit for stargazing like you've never seen before, and enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the countryside or relax in a hammock and play a round of horse shoes! Vacation Your Way created Tiny Town to provide quick get-a-ways (estimated 1.5 hour drive) from DFW and other big cities around Texas so y’all can enjoy the ranch life at our unique vacation rentals.
If you are traveling with extended family or friends, please contact your host so that we can book your groups nearby each other. It's the perfect way to travel with others, you each have your own private space but your guests are nearby. Tiny homes and cabins are spread apart on our many acres.
Glen Rose's DinoWorld and Fossil Rim are about a 30 min drive!
( Ask us about our second Tiny Town that is a lake experience in Eastland, TX–Lake Eastland!)
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$105
/ night
Country Woods Inn
3. Country Woods Inn
96%
(27)
43mi from Valley Mills · 4 sites · Lodging
Welcome to an adventure!
Cabin on the SAME river 113 million year old dinosaur tracks were just discovered minutes upstream in Dinosaur Valley State Park.
40 wooded acres on the Paluxy River with a river walk to the historic downtown square. Minutes from Fossil Rim, Dinosaur State Park, Dinosaur World and The Promise, this Award Winning inn is the perfect setting for Family Reunions, Church Retreats and Weddings in the breathtaking Chapel in the Woods!
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$140
/ night
Riverfront Luxury Glamping Retreat
4. Riverfront Luxury Glamping Retreat
6.1mi from Valley Mills · 5 sites · Lodging
Star Studded Nights is a riverfront property in the northern Hill Country of Texas, just outside of Waco. Immerse yourself in nature while enjoying the comforts of home.
Our safari tents feature high-end finishes inside, along with welcoming campfires, private outdoor kitchens, grills, fire pits, and shared gathering spaces around the property. Experience serene scenery, star-studded skies, and more at this private retreat in Valley Mills, Texas.
Our Common Ground area is the perfect place to meet new friends, play games, share delicious meals prepared in our communal kitchen, and relax under the stars. A Provisional General Store is located at the Pavilion, offering basics, snacks, beverages, and ice cream.
Kayaks, canoes, and inner tubes are provided for guests to enjoy the river.
Toilets
Showers
Campfires
from
$255
/ night
Blue Hills Ranch
5. Blue Hills Ranch
88%
(4)
21mi from Valley Mills · 11 sites · Lodging
Welcome to Blue Hills Ranch, located in the heart of central Texas, just 15 minutes outside Waco. Blue Hills Ranch was named after the 150 acres of beautiful rolling hills covered in bluebonnets that bloom a beautiful blue each spring. We're also home to natural ponds, lakes, free-roaming wildlife, and the Blue Hills Giraffe & Animal Sanctuary. With amazing views as far as the eye can see, majestic hills, and sunsets that will leave you in awe, your guests will be talking about your special day for years to come. Blue Hills Giraffe & Animal Sanctuary is a nonprofit 501c3 dedicated to giving animals a forever home.
Pets
Toilets
Showers
from
$150
/ night
Glen Rose Glamping at Oakdale
6. Glen Rose Glamping at Oakdale
100%
(2)
43mi from Valley Mills · 3 sites
Oakdale Park is a special glamping destination featuring one of the best swimming pools in Texas. Guests can walk to city parks, the historic town square and both Dinosaur Valley State Park and Fossil Rim Wildlife Sanctuary are a short 5 minute drive.
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
A
April
October 2025
With kids
Cabin was great, clean and well stocked. Lots of fun things to do. Very kid friendly!
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B
Beverly
June 2025
2 nights at Country Woods Inn
The Santa Fe car is at the edge of a meadow and some woods, with a cluster of other accommodations ranging from campsites, airstreams and a cabin where a hostess cat lives who greets all the guests. She came knocking on our door and stayed with us, to our delight, throughout our stay. And there is no extra charge for vacation kitty!
The train car is cleverly outfitted with all the comforts and everything you need for them: cooking pots and utensils, dinnerware, wine glasses and corkscrew. The hot water is steaming. The small refrigerator was plenty big enough for us and has a freezer shelf with two mini cube ice trays, but for larger groups consider bringing in some ice with you.
The bunk beds are as steady as trees and so roomy under the canopy that only the very tall might have to bend to clear it. For us, it was like a small room. The mattresses are both soft and supportive. A town vendor said the car had been outfitted and adorned for the owner’s grandchildren, and we certainly benefitted from the thoughtfulness, playfulness and considerations that have been lovingly put into it. A small jar is offered for collecting fireflies darting outside. We gladly unplugged with no WiFi or tv signal there, when there were so many books, games and dvds for entertainment. Instead though we opted for star watching, deer spotting, and loving on the petting animals at the main hub. We plan to return often for the rest and rejuvenation we found easily in the woods by the river
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Ali
March 2025
With kids
Our family came to the ranch for a quick getaway over the kids’ spring break and had the best time. The accommodations were terrific - super clean, all that we needed was provided, even some extra board games for the kids to play. The town of Hico was close and super charming. Kara, our host and her husband even met us one evening so that the kids could feed the animals and she was extremely helpful and responsive throughout our entire stay. Highly recommend!
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