Quick Summary:
- Boasting rugged mountains, densely forested valleys, tranquil lakes, and rocky shorelines, the vast and beautiful landscapes of Texas are home to over 70 national and state parks that offer a variety of outdoor and recreational pursuits.
- Many of the parks have campgrounds and campsites with excellent amenities and facilities, ranging from rustic log cabins and beautiful beachfront campsites to family-friendly retreats and primitive tent camping nestled in the trees.
- Here are some of the Lone Star State’s best spots for camping.
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Brazos Bend State Park - 50 minutes from Houston
Buescher State Park
Caddo Lake State Park
Caprock Canyons State Park & Trailway
Colorado Bend State Park
Copper Breaks State Park
Davis Mountains State Park
Davy Crockett National Forest
Dinosaur Valley State Park
Eisenhower State Park
Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
Garner State Park
Goliad State Park & Historic Site
Goose Island State Park
Guadalupe River State Park
Huntsville State Park
Inks Lake State Park
Kickapoo Cavern State Park
Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway
Lost Maples State Natural Area
McKinney Falls State Park
Palo Duro State Park
Sam Houston National Forest
South Llano River State Park
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