Follow prehistoric dinosaur tracks to unforgettable camping trips near Watauga.
Epic bouldering challenges, prime Texas camping, and a taste of prehistoric times are just a short drive from the Fort Worth suburb of Watauga. About 55 miles to the west, Lake Mineral Wells State Park invites campers to canoe and kayak in rentals on the 640-acre lake, cast a line for catfish and crappie from the six fishing piers, or head to Penitentiary Hollow for natural rock climbing. The park also offers spacious RV sites with amenities like 50-amp electrical hookups, picnic tables, fire rings, restrooms, and shower buildings. For a more remote experience, try a hike-in tent site surrounded by blackjack oak and Texas ash trees. About 70 miles southwest of Watauga, Dinosaur Valley State Park beckons with prehistoric allure. Seek out dinosaur tracks along the Paluxy Riverbed, or go horseback riding around the semi-rocky terrain of the South Primitive Area. Secure a back-in RV site with full hookups, or rent a private cabin outside of the park and enjoy a full kitchen, sleeping loft, and climate control.