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Hideout Ridge

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents50 acres · Covington, TX

50 acres covered in large oak trees. We offer several miles of hiking trails, a three acre vineyard, a beautiful pond, secluded camping and abundant wildlife. Located in north western Hill County 15 miles from I-35, Hideout Ridge looks out upon the highest point in the county. Each camp site is separated by trees. A cedar bathhouse with a toilet and hot water shower is a five minute walk from the tent sites and non potable water is available from the tap. A fire pit is available except during dry conditions . The host lives on the property.

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Post Oak Rv Park and Cabins

22 sites · Lodging, RVs10 acres · Waco, TX

Our RV sites are spacious and easily accessible for even the larger class A motor-homes. We have both pull-through and a few back-in sites. All of our sites are equipped with water, sewer, 50 amp and 30 amp electrical hook ups. We also have a propane fueling, bottle filling and cylinder exchange station. We are conveniently located less than 1 mile from Homestead Heritage.

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Black Willow Pond

5 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Waco, TX

The 11+ acres was once part of a 100-acre plot of land that has been subdivided. It is home to birds, bullfrogs, turtles, and other wildlife, and every now and then cows graze lazily here when they aren't grazing on the larger properties. Black Willow Pond's namesake is from the black willow trees that encompass the pond and stand alongside the tall cottonwoods. We have built a home in the heart of the property, but there are many coves in the trees and primitive spots to enjoy the starry nights, a Waco, Texas sunset, and wild, open fields. Learn more about this land: Love the outdoors, but can't go too far? Nestled in a rural area just 5 minutes from Baylor and 10 minutes from the Magnolia Silos, Magnolia Table, and downtown Waco is Black Willow Pond. Who says you can't have your tent and city too? If you want to explore Waco, follow University Parks Drive to downtown and you can bike, explore Cameron Park, visit the zoo, browse food trucks, or even kayak on the Brazos. Drive a little further out and enjoy Waco Lake. At Black Willow Pond, you can park and relax, set up your RV, tent, or hammock for primitive camping in wide-open spaces. Depending on the weather and your preference, you can light a fire in the fire pit or view the beautiful field dotted in the spring with Texas wildflowers, black willows, and cottonwood trees. If you want a little more activity, you can kayak or catch and release fish! Happy to chill? Join the turtles and bullfrogs on the wild banks of the pond. You may hear the cows moo and the hum of passersby, but you can unplug for as long as you like. Watch the fiery sunset as you make dinner, and let the lightning bugs keep you company while making smores. If you're lucky, the willows will sing you to sleep while you count the falling stars. Like Shel Silverstein's poem "Invitation" beckons, " If you are a dreamer, a wisher, a liar, a magic bean buyer, a pretender, come sit by [our] fire for we have some flax-golden tales to spin. Come in! Come in!

Middle Bosque River Camp

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Mc Gregor, TX

a combination of cleared horse pasture with wooded acreage, sloping downward to 400 feet of river frontage on the Middle Bosque river. Four dedicated small self contained RV sites with pic-nic tables and BBQ grills, numerous tent sites in the woods or near the river. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, trail-biking & exploring. Area has deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife.

Coyote Creek Farm

8 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Waco, TX

Established 1996, The farm is situated just minutes from Magnolia-Silos, the Dr. Pepper museum, Baylor University, the Texas Ranger museum, BSR Waterpark, the Waco Mammoth National Monument (US National Park Service), and plenty of magnificent restaurants. There are no power lines over the property so I invite you to bring a kite to fly! You may even see one or two of mine in the sky. The theme of Coyote Creek Farm is tranquility. It is camping without someone crowding into your space. It is freedom from the hectic pace of the city. There is a well maintained Compost Toilet on the property as well! Each individual campsite has a portable potty bucket provided. Nearly any spot you are on has an amazingly delightful view. You can see the sun rise over the trees or the sun set behind a gently sloping hill. You will have access to all of the 30 acres. There are paths to walk, a stocked tank to fish in, (bass, catfish and blue gill), and oak and pecan trees to sit under and view the clouds as they drift overhead. The noises you hear will be cattle calling to their little ones, birds singing, and in the evenings, coyotes howling.

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Coyote Creek Farm

8 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Waco, TX

Established 1996, The farm is situated just minutes from Magnolia-Silos, the Dr. Pepper museum, Baylor University, the Texas Ranger museum, BSR Waterpark, the Waco Mammoth National Monument (US National Park Service), and plenty of magnificent restaurants. There are no power lines over the property so I invite you to bring a kite to fly! You may even see one or two of mine in the sky. The theme of Coyote Creek Farm is tranquility. It is camping without someone crowding into your space. It is freedom from the hectic pace of the city. There is a well maintained Compost Toilet on the property as well! Each individual campsite has a portable potty bucket provided. Nearly any spot you are on has an amazingly delightful view. You can see the sun rise over the trees or the sun set behind a gently sloping hill. You will have access to all of the 30 acres. There are paths to walk, a stocked tank to fish in, (bass, catfish and blue gill), and oak and pecan trees to sit under and view the clouds as they drift overhead. The noises you hear will be cattle calling to their little ones, birds singing, and in the evenings, coyotes howling.

Middle Bosque River Camp

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Mc Gregor, TX

a combination of cleared horse pasture with wooded acreage, sloping downward to 400 feet of river frontage on the Middle Bosque river. Four dedicated small self contained RV sites with pic-nic tables and BBQ grills, numerous tent sites in the woods or near the river. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, trail-biking & exploring. Area has deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife.

Black Willow Pond

5 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Waco, TX

The 11+ acres was once part of a 100-acre plot of land that has been subdivided. It is home to birds, bullfrogs, turtles, and other wildlife, and every now and then cows graze lazily here when they aren't grazing on the larger properties. Black Willow Pond's namesake is from the black willow trees that encompass the pond and stand alongside the tall cottonwoods. We have built a home in the heart of the property, but there are many coves in the trees and primitive spots to enjoy the starry nights, a Waco, Texas sunset, and wild, open fields. Learn more about this land: Love the outdoors, but can't go too far? Nestled in a rural area just 5 minutes from Baylor and 10 minutes from the Magnolia Silos, Magnolia Table, and downtown Waco is Black Willow Pond. Who says you can't have your tent and city too? If you want to explore Waco, follow University Parks Drive to downtown and you can bike, explore Cameron Park, visit the zoo, browse food trucks, or even kayak on the Brazos. Drive a little further out and enjoy Waco Lake. At Black Willow Pond, you can park and relax, set up your RV, tent, or hammock for primitive camping in wide-open spaces. Depending on the weather and your preference, you can light a fire in the fire pit or view the beautiful field dotted in the spring with Texas wildflowers, black willows, and cottonwood trees. If you want a little more activity, you can kayak or catch and release fish! Happy to chill? Join the turtles and bullfrogs on the wild banks of the pond. You may hear the cows moo and the hum of passersby, but you can unplug for as long as you like. Watch the fiery sunset as you make dinner, and let the lightning bugs keep you company while making smores. If you're lucky, the willows will sing you to sleep while you count the falling stars. Like Shel Silverstein's poem "Invitation" beckons, " If you are a dreamer, a wisher, a liar, a magic bean buyer, a pretender, come sit by [our] fire for we have some flax-golden tales to spin. Come in! Come in!

Post Oak Rv Park and Cabins

22 sites · Lodging, RVs10 acres · Waco, TX

Our RV sites are spacious and easily accessible for even the larger class A motor-homes. We have both pull-through and a few back-in sites. All of our sites are equipped with water, sewer, 50 amp and 30 amp electrical hook ups. We also have a propane fueling, bottle filling and cylinder exchange station. We are conveniently located less than 1 mile from Homestead Heritage.

Hideout Ridge

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents50 acres · Covington, TX

50 acres covered in large oak trees. We offer several miles of hiking trails, a three acre vineyard, a beautiful pond, secluded camping and abundant wildlife. Located in north western Hill County 15 miles from I-35, Hideout Ridge looks out upon the highest point in the county. Each camp site is separated by trees. A cedar bathhouse with a toilet and hot water shower is a five minute walk from the tent sites and non potable water is available from the tap. A fire pit is available except during dry conditions . The host lives on the property.

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L7 Cattle Ranch Plus

11 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Moody, TX

Come and enjoy our beautiful Sunsets and Grand Risings views with breath taking Natural Amenities. L7 Cattle Ranch Plus was purchased for farming and raising cattle. The property will also be use to host disabled Veterans as a retreat to give them a place to what I call (just be). Learn more about this land: The Farm and the surrounding farms have trees, vegetation, animals, birds, and cattle. One of my great personal experience on the farm was taking a picture of a Bobcat. We have deer and turkeys that roam the farm as well. There is also a natural stream and a pond that we are working on to repair and fill.

Lake Creek Campground

16 sites · RVs, Tents50 acres · Riesel, TX

Nestled in the country on a 50 acre ranch with cows. 20 minutes outside of Waco. Peace and quiet are just a short drive away. We offer primitive campsites. Can accommodate a large group or single camper. There are campspots in the open area and private hidden spots in the trees which are mostly Oak, Pecan and Elm.

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Sunrise Valley Campground and Hike

20 sites · Tents60 acres · Golinda, TX

60 Acres of pristine Texas hill country. 3 Large ponds, forests, creeks, and so much room to explore. Deer and horses roam the property. Fish swim the ponds, and soon the creek, when we have the funds to get it filled. Around 20 primitive spots for camping, We will be upgrading and building the sites up as we can. Parking on premises. No utilities, but there will be porta-potties.

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Bee Mountain Resort

9 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Cleburne, TX

Nature and wildlife mixed with fun and relaxation, Bee Mountain Resort is truly a one-of-a-kind property! Private, spacious and beautiful, we are blessed with 1.5 miles of sandy beaches along Brazos River and the road coming here dead ends at our front gate. Customers are usually groups of friends & family; many having 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 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 when looking for great water to ski on. And since that time, I've developed many great memories here. I would describe our ranch as classic and old school. Change comes pretty slow here.....and we like it that way. Family, friends, kids & pets all love our amazing getaway. A rare gem best shared with good people. Each and every campsite is located directly on the river and all of them are huge. Firewood, ice, kayaks, paddle boards and generators are available at low prices. Great tasting water from our deep well, clean restrooms and a camper dump station are located on the premises. We are very pet friendly providing your pet is friendly.

The Gnome

1 site · Lodging10 acres · Bruceville Eddy, TX

In the Path of Totality! At the end of the road, you will find a red gate. Push it open and drive down to The Gnome. The sliding glass door is left unlocked. You can lock it from the inside at night. Welcome to your ultimate hideout! It's like stumbling upon nature's secret clubhouse – 10 acres of pure bliss, complete with a seasonal creek ready for exploration. And hey, who knows? You might just uncover an arrowhead souvenir from the days when this spot was prime real estate for ancient campers. Just don't forget your tennis shoes; those creek walls aren't messing around! Now, let's talk wildlife. Get ready for a real-life episode of Wild Kingdom. From rabbits to raccoons, snakes to... wild pigs? Yep, they're all here, living their best lives alongside you. And don't be surprised if you spot a deer or turkey strutting their stuff, or even catch a glimpse of the elusive fox pulling off some slick moves. But the real stars of the show? Those heron sentinels, keeping watch over their turf with a chorus of majestic calls. And as if that wasn't enough, come dusk, the owls kick in with their own brand of nightlife – hooting symphonies that'll have you feeling like you're in a woodland opera. Best of all, this slice of paradise is just a hop, skip, and a jump away from both Waco and Temple. So whether you're craving city lights or country nights, you're never too far from the action. So what are you waiting for? Lace up those tennis shoes and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! 1 queen size bed. Outside Compost toilet. Outside shower with hot water. Bring your own coffee and use the provided coffee pot. Bring your own 16 oz camping propane canisters and use the provided grill. Bring your own charcoal and use the grill. Bring an air mattress and stay in the loft. Before heading to bed or leaving the property, please ensure all fires are extinguished. You can use the water hose located behind the house if necessary. Additionally, kindly take any trash to the large bin inside the yard. Before you leave, take the compost toilet contents to the compost pile on the right inside the garden gate. Use the garden hoe provided to dig a small hole. Put the biodegradable bag and its contents in the hole, then cover them with shavings. Thank you!

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Mustang 2nd Chance Ranch

1 site · RV7 acres · Lorena, TX

Welcome Hip Camper’s Welcome to M2 Ranch. We are a small working equine therapy and training operation housing a Non-Profit 501©(3) serving Veterans and their families. Come watch the horses rescued from the wild and gentled to be used for therapy and rehabilitation. We house Mustangs from the Bureau of Land Management and work closely with their conservation efforts. We currently house guests 7 days a week and welcome the traveler. Come and stay with us for a night or a week. We have flexible arrival and departure times for travelers. We are located 20 minutes outside Waco, in a beautiful ranch community surrounded by cattle ranches and thousands of acres of beautiful TX pastures. Magnolia Silos, Baylor University, and historic downtown Waco are all a 20-minute drive. What we offer: RV hookups, with 50-amp power, water, Wi-Fi, and access to the property. ($35 a night donation). RV must have a self-contained restroom. We offer private horseback lessons, trail rides for the individual, and an on-site meet and greet with the horses. (Fees apply) Pets are welcome on leash only. We welcome you to the central Texas area. !00% of your donation goes directly toward the nonprofit 501©(3)’s horse feed fund. *Please look us up on Facebook, Harvest Hosts, BoonDocker’s Welcome, and on our website: https://www.mustang2ndchancefoundation.org

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Alamo cabin

5 sites · Lodging5 acres · Moody, TX

Blue Eagle Retreat has been open since Easter Weekend, 2019 with adorable tiny home cabin rentals.(fully equipped) Hit tub available for cabin guests, with outdoor shower and enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets from numerous outdoor sitting and dining areas. Gas and wood smoker grill available for guest use. Sorry, but we have changed our pet policy and Do NOT allow pets or animals of any kind. Only certified service dogs (with host dog policy) are allowed. We have multiple cabins and can accommodate up to 14 people on Site in adorable tiny cabins, plus multiple camping sites. Inquire with host for availability for your special event. We are a certified wildlife habitat and offer mini donkeys and chickens for viewing. Fresh eggs in all cabins for you to enjoy. Due to bad storm winds, camping with 20' Tipi is not available, as tipi is down at this time. Vintage Glamper Camper/Glamper, primitive camping spaces (with tents available). We offer a small country ranchette for your peace, and get-a-way from the hustle and bustle. Bring your camera for some amazing pictures of the exotic wildlife across the street at my neighbor's high fenced ranch. Be prepared to hear wildlife howl at night as you enjoy the sounds of a crackling bon fire and a beautiful dark night sky for stargazing. Extra guest charge over first two adults. Cabin will accommodate up to 4. Extra guest charge of $35 per person.

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Bee Mountain Resort

9 sites · RVs, Tents100 acres · Cleburne, TX

Nature and wildlife mixed with fun and relaxation, Bee Mountain Resort is truly a one-of-a-kind property! Private, spacious and beautiful, we are blessed with 1.5 miles of sandy beaches along Brazos River and the road coming here dead ends at our front gate. Customers are usually groups of friends & family; many having 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 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 when looking for great water to ski on. And since that time, I've developed many great memories here. I would describe our ranch as classic and old school. Change comes pretty slow here.....and we like it that way. Family, friends, kids & pets all love our amazing getaway. A rare gem best shared with good people. Each and every campsite is located directly on the river and all of them are huge. Firewood, ice, kayaks, paddle boards and generators are available at low prices. Great tasting water from our deep well, clean restrooms and a camper dump station are located on the premises. We are very pet friendly providing your pet is friendly.

L7 Cattle Ranch Plus

11 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Moody, TX

Come and enjoy our beautiful Sunsets and Grand Risings views with breath taking Natural Amenities. L7 Cattle Ranch Plus was purchased for farming and raising cattle. The property will also be use to host disabled Veterans as a retreat to give them a place to what I call (just be). Learn more about this land: The Farm and the surrounding farms have trees, vegetation, animals, birds, and cattle. One of my great personal experience on the farm was taking a picture of a Bobcat. We have deer and turkeys that roam the farm as well. There is also a natural stream and a pond that we are working on to repair and fill.

Middle Bosque River Camp

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Mc Gregor, TX

a combination of cleared horse pasture with wooded acreage, sloping downward to 400 feet of river frontage on the Middle Bosque river. Four dedicated small self contained RV sites with pic-nic tables and BBQ grills, numerous tent sites in the woods or near the river. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, trail-biking & exploring. Area has deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife.

Hideout Ridge

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents50 acres · Covington, TX

50 acres covered in large oak trees. We offer several miles of hiking trails, a three acre vineyard, a beautiful pond, secluded camping and abundant wildlife. Located in north western Hill County 15 miles from I-35, Hideout Ridge looks out upon the highest point in the county. Each camp site is separated by trees. A cedar bathhouse with a toilet and hot water shower is a five minute walk from the tent sites and non potable water is available from the tap. A fire pit is available except during dry conditions . The host lives on the property.

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WYSIWYG Acres

29 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents50 acres · Purmela, TX

WYSIWYG Acres is the perfect place to breathe in fresh air and relax. Take in the sights and sounds of nature. Fish, hike, find fossils and seashells from an ancient seabed. Learn about, feed, pet, or simply enjoy watching the antics of the animals that live here. Enjoy the sunset, then a campfire under a night sky dirty with stars. It’s a beautiful experience. WYSIWYG Acres is a family owned 50 acre ranch bordered by an exotics ranch on the south and a cattle ranch on the east and north. We are located about an hour west of Waco in central Texas where the beautiful hill country views begin.

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Coyote Creek Farm

8 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Waco, TX

Established 1996, The farm is situated just minutes from Magnolia-Silos, the Dr. Pepper museum, Baylor University, the Texas Ranger museum, BSR Waterpark, the Waco Mammoth National Monument (US National Park Service), and plenty of magnificent restaurants. There are no power lines over the property so I invite you to bring a kite to fly! You may even see one or two of mine in the sky. The theme of Coyote Creek Farm is tranquility. It is camping without someone crowding into your space. It is freedom from the hectic pace of the city. There is a well maintained Compost Toilet on the property as well! Each individual campsite has a portable potty bucket provided. Nearly any spot you are on has an amazingly delightful view. You can see the sun rise over the trees or the sun set behind a gently sloping hill. You will have access to all of the 30 acres. There are paths to walk, a stocked tank to fish in, (bass, catfish and blue gill), and oak and pecan trees to sit under and view the clouds as they drift overhead. The noises you hear will be cattle calling to their little ones, birds singing, and in the evenings, coyotes howling.

Middle Bosque River Camp

6 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Mc Gregor, TX

a combination of cleared horse pasture with wooded acreage, sloping downward to 400 feet of river frontage on the Middle Bosque river. Four dedicated small self contained RV sites with pic-nic tables and BBQ grills, numerous tent sites in the woods or near the river. Fishing, kayaking, hiking, trail-biking & exploring. Area has deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife.

Black Willow Pond

5 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Waco, TX

The 11+ acres was once part of a 100-acre plot of land that has been subdivided. It is home to birds, bullfrogs, turtles, and other wildlife, and every now and then cows graze lazily here when they aren't grazing on the larger properties. Black Willow Pond's namesake is from the black willow trees that encompass the pond and stand alongside the tall cottonwoods. We have built a home in the heart of the property, but there are many coves in the trees and primitive spots to enjoy the starry nights, a Waco, Texas sunset, and wild, open fields. Learn more about this land: Love the outdoors, but can't go too far? Nestled in a rural area just 5 minutes from Baylor and 10 minutes from the Magnolia Silos, Magnolia Table, and downtown Waco is Black Willow Pond. Who says you can't have your tent and city too? If you want to explore Waco, follow University Parks Drive to downtown and you can bike, explore Cameron Park, visit the zoo, browse food trucks, or even kayak on the Brazos. Drive a little further out and enjoy Waco Lake. At Black Willow Pond, you can park and relax, set up your RV, tent, or hammock for primitive camping in wide-open spaces. Depending on the weather and your preference, you can light a fire in the fire pit or view the beautiful field dotted in the spring with Texas wildflowers, black willows, and cottonwood trees. If you want a little more activity, you can kayak or catch and release fish! Happy to chill? Join the turtles and bullfrogs on the wild banks of the pond. You may hear the cows moo and the hum of passersby, but you can unplug for as long as you like. Watch the fiery sunset as you make dinner, and let the lightning bugs keep you company while making smores. If you're lucky, the willows will sing you to sleep while you count the falling stars. Like Shel Silverstein's poem "Invitation" beckons, " If you are a dreamer, a wisher, a liar, a magic bean buyer, a pretender, come sit by [our] fire for we have some flax-golden tales to spin. Come in! Come in!

Hideout Ridge

8 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents50 acres · Covington, TX

50 acres covered in large oak trees. We offer several miles of hiking trails, a three acre vineyard, a beautiful pond, secluded camping and abundant wildlife. Located in north western Hill County 15 miles from I-35, Hideout Ridge looks out upon the highest point in the county. Each camp site is separated by trees. A cedar bathhouse with a toilet and hot water shower is a five minute walk from the tent sites and non potable water is available from the tap. A fire pit is available except during dry conditions . The host lives on the property.

Post Oak Rv Park and Cabins

22 sites · Lodging, RVs10 acres · Waco, TX

Our RV sites are spacious and easily accessible for even the larger class A motor-homes. We have both pull-through and a few back-in sites. All of our sites are equipped with water, sewer, 50 amp and 30 amp electrical hook ups. We also have a propane fueling, bottle filling and cylinder exchange station. We are conveniently located less than 1 mile from Homestead Heritage.

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