Marfa, Texas, a tiny town of 1,800 residents, has become somewhat of a cultural icon. So, what’s the big deal about Marfa, Texas? We wanted to find out why it is so famous. Marfa is in Presidio County. In fact, it is home to the Presidio County Courthouse and the county seat. The town, originally …
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The Blue Ridge campground in the Guadalupe Mountains National Park, is less frequently used than some of the more popular ones. It is one of 10 wilderness campgrounds run by the National Park System. As a result it, may offer greater solitude for hikers willing to go the extra distance. The campground is surrounded by ponderosa pine …
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Overview Pat Mayse East Campground is on the banks of Pat Mayse Lake in the Red River Basin in Lamar County, Texas. Easy access to developed park areas has made the lake a haven for families who enjoy camping, picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing and other outdoor recreation. Pat Mayse Lake Map Fishing at Pat Mayse …
Overview Big Bend’s vast undeveloped areas provide excellent opportunities for backcountry experiences if you seek solitude, wilderness, and adventure! The backcountry sites listed here are primitive backcountry road campsites and primitive backpacking sites in the Chisos Mountains. All are designated sites located in remote locations. Campers must be self-sufficient. These are primitive sites and do not …
Check out the Canton KOA Conestoga Covered Wagons — unique lodging experience for your family.
Table of Contents Lake Bob Sandlin State Park is located in Pittsburg, Texas in the northeast region of the state. But it also happens to be where two eco-regions collide. The result: massive trees, tall grasses and a combination of plants and animals that will leave you captivated. Here are 10 solid reasons to visit …
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There’s nothing like East Texas camping in the Piney Woods and looking up at the clear night skies. In fact, Mount Pleasant KOA is the perfect day trip from Dallas, Texas, Longview, Paris and Tyler.
Step back in time in this East Texas Railroad stop. You can clamp in a Tipi and ride the train to Palastine.
Of all of the campgrounds near Austin, McKinney Falls State Park tops the list of FamilyKamping’s list of favorite campsites in Texas. Just 13 miles from the center of downtown Austin and from the pink granite of Texas state Capitol Building, the 641-acre park state park feels like it’s thousands of miles away from everything. …
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The KOA of Canton, Texas was a 60 mile drive east of Dallas on Interstate 20, which made for a quick getaway for me and the family.
I visited Lake Mineral Wells State Park recently here in Mineral Wells, Texas and it did not disappoint! What a great state park and an interesting little town steeped in rich Texas history. Where is Lake Mineral Wells State Park? Located west of Fort Worth it’s just a 35 mile drive away from the hustle of city …
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Awake in a wooded oasis on the banks of Elm Creek in Abilene State Park in the midst of the Texas Midwest, just south of the city of Abilene. Pecan, red oak, cottonwood and elm trees arch over the campground. For glampers: go straight to the part about yurts. Abilene State Park according to Texas …
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Here is the list of the the top 10 KOA campgrounds in Texas. FamilyKamping has put together this list based on our experiences and extensive study of the trends in customer reviews. While traveling through the Lone Star State make check these KOAs out. Canton KOA — Best Overall of the KOA Campgrounds Location — …
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Burkburnett, Texas, has a Journey KOA that is very family friendly no wonder this is a popular stop on the way to Yellowstone National Park and other destinations.
Overview Rocky Creek Park is located at Somerville Lake near Somerville, Texas. The lake offers various types of recreation such as camping, fishing, boating, swimming, nature trails and much more. Recreation Somerville Lake offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. Water sports, hiking and biking are popular activities. The lake is great for crappie, catfish, white, …