The best campgrounds near Waller, Texas with hiking

96% (1854 reviews)

Hiking in Waller gives you options—over 600 campsites, all geared for those who like to lace up their boots and hit the trails. Nightly rates start at $20, with most campers paying around $32. You’ll find campsites tucked under big Texas oaks, just off winding paths where armadillos and deer wander. Want a hot shower or a toilet? Most spots have you covered, and you can count on campfires being allowed. Wildlife-watching is a favorite here; horseback riding and swimming round out the scene. For tried-and-true sites, 5D RANCH (1190 reviews) draws the most hikers, but Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp (154 reviews) and Briers Ranch Primitive Camping (154 reviews) give you quieter options with easy access to trails. Pack a sturdy pair of boots and plan for early mornings—Waller’s trails fill up fast with birdsong and sunlight.

Popular camping styles for Waller

Top-rated campgrounds

96% (1854 reviews)

Hiking in Waller gives you options—over 600 campsites, all geared for those who like to lace up their boots and hit the trails. Nightly rates start at $20, with most campers paying around $32. You’ll find campsites tucked under big Texas oaks, just off winding paths where armadillos and deer wander. Want a hot shower or a toilet? Most spots have you covered, and you can count on campfires being allowed. Wildlife-watching is a favorite here; horseback riding and swimming round out the scene. For tried-and-true sites, 5D RANCH (1190 reviews) draws the most hikers, but Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp (154 reviews) and Briers Ranch Primitive Camping (154 reviews) give you quieter options with easy access to trails. Pack a sturdy pair of boots and plan for early mornings—Waller’s trails fill up fast with birdsong and sunlight.

Popular camping styles for Waller

Top-rated campgrounds

1. 5D RANCH

99%

(2898)

24mi from Waller · 25 sites · Tents, RVs · Navasota, TX

Welcome to 5D Ranch in Navasota, TX. We’re located 60 miles North of Houston and just 2.5 hours from Austin. We have over 14 miles of trails, 2 fishing ponds, 4 boats that are free to use, and great views of the night sky. With 24 unique campsites, we’re sure to have one that fits your needs! We also can provide rentals of camping essentials, a S'mores package and we offer a meet the ponies session that can be scheduled upon your arrival. We can’t wait to host you! Don't forget to ask us about our farm fresh eggs!

2. Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp

93%

(223)

19mi from Waller · 52 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Plantersville, TX

Bring your friends and family and hide away at Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp! You are entering a stress free, tree-filled zone... Find us on Outpost203.com! Wooded glampground in Plantersville, TX. Fully furnished glamping canvas bell tents, with premier tents on platforms with electric (and Kuerig coffee pots and coffee!). Sleep 2 - 6 comfortably, depending on the size tent. Tents range in size from 10 - 16 feet. New fully furnished cabins are available to rent too! Kitchens/kitchenettes, full bathrooms, etc - Big Tex, Lil' Tex and The Ren Shack, sleep 4 - 9 people each depending on the cabin size. Glamping vintage trailers are available too, and are also fully furnished with electric, kitchens and bathrooms, and sleep 2-3 people each. Or bring your own small to mid-size RV, tent, or car/truck/van and pick a cool cleared or primitive site of your choice, camp anywhere. We also have 3 electric 30 Amp hookup available. The camp is surrounded by farms and ranches, wineries offering music options (one is dog friendly!). Lake Conroe is 20 minutes to the east. Amenities include a cowboy pool, courtyard seating and camp fire pit, hot showers, bathrooms (currently port-a-potties), fiber wifi, and a potable water/filling station/wash station. We are in the customer service business, meaning we make it easy to camp (and celebrate!) with our beautiful 4-season canvas glamp tents and glamp vintage trailers. Just drive up to your tent and get ready to relax. All tents are fully furnished with made beds and critical supplies, and have picnic tables, chairs around the fire rings, firewood, and charcoal grills. Our premier platform tents also have electric, heat, Keurig coffee pots, coffee and more! Vintage trailers have everything you need as well inside and out. Reservations are available on both Hipcamp and Airbnb. We even offer to decorate for you in advance for special celebration occasions. Now get ready to relax in nature! Special requests and group/event requests are welcome! Let us know how we can help you enjoy getting away. Thank you for considering a stay in our neck of the woods! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦⛺🥾🎣🌲🌳🛶🐦

3. The Navasota River Ranch

98%

(89)

28mi from Waller · 14 sites · Tents, RVs · Navasota, TX

Thanks to all the campers who have made The Navasota River Ranch a favorite destination of Hipcampers. Unfortunately We must close this favorite to the public until next year to complete some improvements projects and changes. Until then please join us at our other property, Hazel Park.

4. Briers Ranch Primitive Camping

98%

(194)

34mi from Waller · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Anderson, TX

Briers Primitive Camping is about a half-mile thru two pastures off of FM 244. Some pasture, some woods, creek, gullies--lots to explore. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent in a field or deep in the woods. Explore pasture, brushy areas, gullies, washouts, creek bed. Practice orienteering. Hike in the woods. Cut firewood and build a fire. Primitive camping for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, or others who just want to get away for a night, a weekend, or longer. This IS a working ranch, so you may encounter cows—gentle and sometimes curious.

5. Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

98%

(217)

41mi from Waller · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Columbus, TX

This is our family farm, though you probably will not see us much. The campsite is located on a corner of the property on Cummins Creek and once you get there you will feel secluded in nature. Matt grew up here swimming, fishing and exploring in this creek...the creek has taught him more about life than anyone ever could. I hope that you too can understand why we always walk alway feeling like this is a very special spot! Enjoy pizza oven, grill, fire pit, picnic table, hot tub, swimming, fishing, exploring and knowing your party is the only people that you be on this site. Update: Off the grid hot tub is back!!!

6. Hazel Park

100%

(18)

36mi from Waller · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · Conroe, TX

Hazel park is once again open! It was the worst kind of summer. Hot and Wet! Now the breeze is cooler, perfect weather for hiking and cooling off in Chrystal Creek. Enjoy fishing in our stocked pond.. Tent campers and RV's welcome Water and electricity are avalable. city of Willis and Conroe are just a short drive away. there are Open areas adjacent to the camping areas large enough for a touch football game

7. Cummins Cozy Corral

89%

(14)

26mi from Waller · 3 sites · RVs · Montgomery, TX

RV spaces - $25 daily, $150 weekly or $550 monthly. Water, sewage, trash, electricity, wifi, laundry facilities, concrete pads included. We are a private, gated property, safe and secure, smoke free... non smokers only. Two miles So. of Lake Conroe off Hwy 105. 7 miles E from Historic Downtown Montgomery, 12 miles W from Downtown Conroe, 51 miles N from Downtown Houston off I 45. Come check us out, you'll like our sites!

8. Firefly Ranch

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29mi from Waller · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bleiblerville, TX

The property borders a small creek and has abundant trees, and wildlife. Beautiful views from every vantage with a high field on one half of the property and a low bottom land near the creek where there are many options for a relaxing, private stay. Chose big sky or a more secluded spot. Incredible wildflowers on display in the spring. The property is not bordered by close neighbors or dense housing, just more land so sunsets and rises are wonderful and open. Low ambient light pollution at night means the stars are very bright (and so are the fireflies)! Guests are required to communicate estimated time of arrival well in advance. When arriving, make sure to meet Aaron or a designate at the red gate before entering further into the property. If tent camping, please do not bring glass containers, also you must pack out all garbage and waste. Inquire ahead of time to see if firewood is available to be gathered on site, or if you will need to bring your own. No uninvited guests without 24 hour prior approval, and additional guest fees paid. Also please no more than one dog per site.

9. Quiet farm wildlife reserve

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(20)

14mi from Waller · 1 site · RV · Pattison, TX

Privately owned farm designated as a Tx wildlife preserve with retired equine athletes grazing freely. Covered concrete rv pad, 30 amp, sewer, and water. Great weekend getaway 30 minutes west of Katy, TX. Amenities include public bathroom/shower, fast and reliable wifi, firepit (wood provided), fishing pond, and most important, free duck and chicken eggs. Must enjoy animals, and respect quiet. Beautiful sunsets. Pets allowed, but on leash at all times. $40 per night

10. Blue Lagoon Pond & Cabin

90%

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46mi from Waller · 1 site · Lodging · Somerville, TX

This cedar cabin was built in the late 1950's and was the first building in Birch Creek Subdivision and was used as the real estate office when selling land for Subdivision. Joy Moore bought this fixer-upper in 1986 when the oilfield went under, at a youngster in her early twenties and has owned ever since. Lake Somerville is known for the best fishing lake in Texas. Deer run plentiful on the property and will come up close and personal when fed corn. So, stop and pick up a sack or two of deer corn before arrival. The closest city is about a 20 minute drive to Somerville so make sure to have everything you need before camping. Learn more about this land: Pitch your tent or stay in cozy cabin with accommodations like home, including wifi and tv. Private pond with firepit near Lake Somerville. Enjoy fishing and hiking within walking distance of camp and Birch Creek State Park. Launch boats in park. The fishing is excellent! Relax, you are at the lake! Enjoy your stay. NOTE: Pond on property relies on Mother Nature; No rain means low or no water. Texas has been under extreme drought. Pray for rain! Good news! Next door is Lake Somerville - Birch Creek State Park which offers great walking trails, fishing and swimming holes. Stop at Ranger Station for maps.

11. Getaway Camp and Cabin

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45mi from Waller · 1 site · Tent · Huntsville, TX

Tired of the city ordinances that restricted raising fouls, I decided to look for an acreage that is not too far nor too close to the city and which allowed the raising of farm animals. As of this writing, we have 2 beautiful heifers, 18 sheep, and colorful giant kois in the pond that once in a while can be seen when they swim near the surface. We built a log cabin in the 17-acre property in preparation for downsizing when the boys go to to college. But when our neighbors had to move back to England, they sold us their house and 11-acre land. With the cabin on the 17-acre now vacant, we decided to open it for camping (on the land) or renting out the log cabin after building the 2-acre pond. Learn more about this land: Stay in the log cabin, or pitch a tent. Enjoy stargazing, or just enjoy the peace and quiet of the property. Pick wild grapes or wild blackberries (when in season) or spring wildflowers. Kayak or canoe in the pond. Bring your fishing gear and bait. Cabin use is free, but these are STRICT RULES. 1. No pets please, not even emotional support animals of any kind due to allergy in the family (we use the cabin when not booked). 2. No smoking inside the cabin 3. Do not use the bathroom towels for kitchen purposes or to wipe off dirt 4. Please no outdoor footwear indoors, but you are welcome to wear clean indoor footwear. Violation will result in forfeiture of the entire deposit 5. Cars MUST be parked on the rocked section, thus walking is necessary from this point. This is a 2-3 minute walk. The driveway might be dry but, no vehicles will be allowed past the rocked section due to unpredictability of weather. If it rains, vehicles will get stuck in the pasture. 6. Never leave food - solid or liquid - where ants can find them or you will cause them to infest the house including your bed! They can do so faster than you can imagine. 7. Please do not bring more people than officially booked, or we will cancel the reservation. No refund. We also close the gate once you have checked in to prevent the animals from escaping. 8. The moisture content can cause shrinkage or expansion of the ground, which can lead to leveling issues to the cabin. So please be aware that doors may or may not open or close smoothly.

12. Algerita Ranchette

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37mi from Waller · 2 sites · RVs · Conroe, TX

Under some clean-up as we grow into the hottest spot to visit, close to the suburbia and big city feel. We have 2 spots that are flat and cleared. And, yet you can truly feel all away. There is a growing wildlife habitat for you to enjoy.Learn more about this land:We sit just on the edge of the Sam Houston National Forest. Grounds have cleared space and overgrown spaces. There is wildlife and birding on locale.

13. Skoolie in the City

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33mi from Waller · 1 site · Lodging · Piney Point Village, TX

Cool, luxurious stay in the city with the best of both worlds! Craftsman renovated Bluebird school bus with backyard space. Private stay booking only one camper at a time. Close to lakes, beaches, downtown Houston, hiking and biking trails, fishing and more! Sleeps up to 5, equipped with a dining area, full kitchen, common living area, shower, and residential RV toilet.

14. CASA ROSA A

86%

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35mi from Waller · 3 sites · Lodging · Willis, TX

Hook Wine Sinker RV Park is situated directly on Lake Conroe in Willis, TX and occupies well-maintained grounds. Pull up your RV or your Tiny Home to a lake front view. We also have plenty of fun activities to choose from. Enjoy fishing lakes, or just relax in front of the lake and soak up the sun each spot having a lake front view+.Hook Wine Sinker RV Park is family owned and operated. We are located minutes from Conroe, The Woodlands and Houston, Texas so there is no shortage of activities and events going on every week.

Stories from the community

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Samuel

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Briers Ranch Primitive Camping

Gary is a great host. Very kind and accommodating.

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Tuan

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Great campsite, very peaceful and quiet. Bathroom was clean. Host was very responsive and welcoming. Everyone was nice. Will be back again.

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Candy

3 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

This is a great campsite, we have been several times and it’s beautiful and private and Julie is an amazing host! We will be back.

The boats are meant for one but there's just enough room for a friend (provided it's a dog).

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Sidney

3 weeks ago

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With kids

Weekend Trip to Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

At first we were worried we weren't going to have enough room, but we worked it all out and Man... This place is awesome. The swing under the tree house was so peaceful. You are completely secluded. NOBODY around. The pizza oven was a huge success with the kids. All around it was a very private place to just relax and forget about the week you had.

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Ricky

October 2025

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1 night at 5D RANCH

Had an amazing time again! Thank you Julie and 5D!

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TJ

October 2025

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With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

The first thing you'll notice about the 5D Ranch is the QUIET. It's far enough from city life that the sound of nature is all you hear, aside from the occasional train horn in the distance. The lake is a beautiful place to fish, paddle a Jon boat, or just enjoy the view. And the pond is its own level of peaceful, though less accessible. Having the restroom and water hose was nice backup to the otherwise primitive camping experience. And the roaming friendly dog was the hit for my boys! 10/10!

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Electric

October 2025

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Group trip

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

We loved camping here! Julie was fantastic and communicated so well! She accommodated us when there was a cancellation on a better spot and let us move. We will be back!

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Elmer

October 2025

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Group trip

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Had a great time with my sons camping, hiking and relaxing. Great location with a friendly and helpful ataff!

Aerial view of the log cabin and surroundings.

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Jennifer

October 2025

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With kids

Weekend Trip to Getaway Camp and Cabin

Amazing host! So nice and SUPER THOUGHTFUL and accommodating. We slept in tents but having the cabin to take a shower was so nice. The fishing was also great!

J

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

5D ranch is beautiful and peaceful! We'll definitely be back.

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Aracely

October 2025

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Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

2nd time staying and we are already planning our next visit. It’s so peaceful and the perfect little getaway.

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Steven

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Outpost 203 - Camp & Glamp

I recently had the pleasure of spending a weekend at Outpost 203, renting the Vintage Camper, and I can't recommend this experience enough! From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the charming retro design of the camper, which offered a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The camper was well-equipped with all the essentials, making it easy to relax and truly enjoy our time in nature. Waking up surrounded by the sounds of the forest was a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The nearby hiking trails and beautiful scenery provided endless opportunities for exploration and adventure. In the evenings, we gathered around the campfire, sharing stories and roasting marshmallows, all while soaking in the stunning starlit sky. The sense of community at Outpost 203 was evident, with fellow campers sharing tips and experiences, adding to the overall charm of our stay. If you're looking for a weekend getaway that combines comfort with the beauty of the outdoors, I highly recommend Outpost 203 and their Vintage Camper. It’s the perfect escape for anyone wanting to recharge and connect with nature. You won't be disappointed!

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Eric

September 2025

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2 nights at 5D RANCH

Julie’s place has quickly become one of our “go to” places for a quick night or two camp out close to Houston and a million miles away. Wooded, full of wildlife, and beautifully kept.

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Floyd

September 2025

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With kids

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

We had such a wonderful experience at 5D Ranch & Camping! My boys and I were hosted this past weekend, and we absolutely loved the property and the campsites. The atmosphere was peaceful and family-friendly, with plenty of space to relax and explore. We especially enjoyed fishing together and walking the beautiful trails that wind through the property—it gave us a chance to slow down and really enjoy nature. The campsites were well kept, and the entire ranch had a welcoming feel. I’m grateful for the hospitality and highly recommend 5D Ranch & Camping to anyone looking for a fun, relaxing, and family-friendly getaway. We’ll definitely be back!

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Jennifer

September 2025

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With pets

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

I was there to celebrate the Gotcha Day anniversary of my pandemic rescue, and my sister came along to help celebrate. We stayed at site #19, which was closest to the pond, nicely shaded, and really spacious. We had a really nice, relaxed time at the campsite and at the pond, very chill. Both days we had the whole pond to ourselves, paddling around with my dog! We also got to hang out with the resident dog, Quigley, who stayed with us at our campsite and camped out with us the entire weekend. I tried hiking a bit of the Red/Pink Trail, but the outer loop was overgrown and had no shade, so definitely stick to the shaded parts, which were better maintained and easier to walk through.

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Carlos Daniel

September 2025

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Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Second time there! Everything was amazing in both opportunities.

DON

September 2025

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With pets

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

I always love coming here to camp. Secluded spots and the hosts are great folks!

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Thomas

September 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

Love the remote tent camping. This is my second trip to this camp. Very quiet, big campsite with fire pit. 2 ponds full of largemouth bass. It is such a peaceful place.

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Ricky

September 2025

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Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

5D is an exhale with beautiful lakes, trees, and grass. It’s peaceful, with nothing to disturb you. It’s been my third time here and I’ll definitely be back. Love 5D Ranch! And Julie you’re an awesome host!

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Kai

September 2025

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Weekend Trip to 5D RANCH

What a great short drive get away from the city! Very peaceful, clean and fantastic hosts!! As I was grilling a nice steak, I felt a bit guilty as I heard a faint “moo”. But my guilt quickly dissipated once I started eating the steak. Definitely will be back! Thanks again Julie for a great stay!