The best camping in Village Creek State Park, TX

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The best camping in Village Creek State Park, TX

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Snow White Sanctuary

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30mi from Village Creek State Park · 24 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Vinton, LA
Learn more about this land: Pitch or park at our serene swampland oasis and wake up to the abundant wildlife across our 24 acre wild property with five ponds and an island of friendly goats. Frequently see aquatic birds, eat from fruit trees, hike with goats, and enjoy a landscape balanced with both manicured design and uninhibited nature. Booking includes a complimentary handmade goat milk soap, free use of our paddleboat and kayak, and unlimited kisses from our affectionate pack of rescue dogs and herd of elderly rescued horses. Gravel driveway leads the way to a flat waterfront solid grass parking spot with 30amp RV hookups and fire circle. Guests have private entry access to a recently renovated bathroom with shower and tub. Snow White Sanctuary is a gated private property at the end of a dead end road. Parks and river access within walking distance, 30 minutes from Lake Charles, 2 hours from Houston, and less than one hour from beaches along the Gulf of Mexico. Some of our favorite local attractions include: Shangri-La Botanical Gardens, SPAR Waterpark, Delta Downs Racetrack, and Insane Sausages Cajun Food. We are a safe, inclusive, and welcoming campground.
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$18
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Hogs Hollow Homestead LLC

43mi from Village Creek State Park · 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).
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Eden Ranch

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48mi from Village Creek State Park · 8 sites · Tents, RVs · Livingston, TX
Eden Ranch is first and foremost a Christian owned, family friendly naturist/nudist property and clothing is optional everywhere on the property...swimsuits / shame suits are prohibited in the hot tub. Located on 21 private and secluded acres, we have room for both tent campers and RVers with a full bathhouse that includes a hot tub, outdoor shower, sink area and toilet facilities. There are horses, cows, potbelly pigs, rabbits, chickens, dogs and cats if your family loves animals. There is also an above ground pool for when the weather is warmer. Pitch a tent, sit by the campfire, take a hike in the woods, relax in the hammock, read a book, soak in the hot tub or do nothing at all...the choice is up to you. Nearby are antique shops, fishing on Lake Livingston or the Trinity River, hike or bike ride the Sam Houston National Forest trails or play pool or go bowling in town. Naskila Casino is only 8 miles to the east of us on the Alabama Coushata Indian Tribe Reservation. If you're looking for nothing to do but relax or if you're looking for lots of fun and activity we've got easy access to both. What makes Eden Ranch unique is that all of our activities here on the ranch are clothing optional / naturist friendly. In fact, the hot tub and pool are nude only...no swimsuits allowed. On the warmer days most of the host family will be enjoying the property as God intended...naked and not ashamed as well. If nudity offends you, this is not the place to visit. We will not allow or condone any inappropriate or illegal activity anywhere on the ranch. Any violation of this policy will result in immediate escort off the property.
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$50
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Plentiful C & T Forestry Camp

33mi from Village Creek State Park · 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.
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The best camping in Village Creek State Park, TX guide

Overview

About

Set at the edge of Big Thicket, the park is home to Village Creek, one of the few free-flowing creeks in Texas and a popular spot for flat-water canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and fishing. Hike or mountain bike eight miles of trails, including some suitable for young kids and others that cut through a diverse terrain of swamps, wetlands, forests, and savannahs. Overnight options include primitive walk-in campsites, campsites with electric and water hookups, a group campsite, and a cabin. Don’t miss the excellent nature center and its ranger-led programs that include night hikes and stargazing. 

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Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. For peak season stays, plan to make a reservation as soon as you know your dates. The cabin and campsites can be reserved up to five months in advance and the group camp up to 12 months in advance. 
  2. If your plans are flexible, try to visit the year-round park during the week, during non-holiday periods, or in winter to escape the crowds.
  3. If you don’t have a reservation, arrive at the park first thing in the morning to grab any potential unreserved site.

When to go

The park is busiest from February to September—spring and fall are the best times to see migratory birds. Heavy rains can cause the Village Creek to severely flood, something that regularly occurs every few years.

Know before you go

  • The park is part of the Village Creek Paddling Trail. Bring your own canoe or kayak, or rent from local outfitters and guide services. 
  • Fishing licenses are not required to fish from shore.
  • Neither glass nor pets are permitted in the canoe launch and fishing area, where kids must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • The cabin, group picnic pavilion, and several campsites, showers, and restrooms at the Hilltop Campground are wheelchair-accessible.
  • Bring your binoculars. The park is home to more than 200 bird species—and alligators.
  • Fires are only permitted in provided fire rings. Bring your firewood or purchase from the park.
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