The best RV resort in Texas depends on the trip: family water attractions, a quiet Hill Country base, a Gulf beach, lake cabins, a Rio Grande Valley base or a Big Bend stop. We compare eight current Texas resorts by RV setup, amenities, other lodging, location and booking caveats.
By Billy Rhyne, owner of Horseshoe Ridge RV Resort · Updated October 21, 2026
Disclosure: Horseshoe Ridge RV Resort publishes this guide and operates one of the eight resorts included. We haven’t stayed at every property, so this is an editorial selection, not a first-hand review of every stay.
Quick Picks by Trip Type
- Hill Country base for big rigsHorseshoe Ridge RV Resort Wimberley
- Family water funCamp Fimfo Texas Hill Country New Braunfels
- North Texas lake + cabinsThe Vineyards Grapevine
- East Texas cottagesMill Creek Ranch Canton
- Water resort near HoustonEl Campo Lost Lagoon El Campo
- Gulf beach accessCamp Margaritaville Crystal Beach Bolivar Peninsula
- Rio Grande Valley baseJetstream Tropical Trails Brownsville
- Big Bend baseMaverick Ranch Lajitas
How We Picked
Each pick has full-hookup RV sites, resort-level amenities and a clear fit for a region or kind of trip, judged as a property, not a brand. We checked the other resorts on their own websites on October 21, 2026 and left out their prices and review scores, which change often. The list isn’t numbered.
Our Resort: Horseshoe Ridge
Horseshoe Ridge RV Resort
Wimberley · Texas Hill Country
Best for a Hill Country base with big-rig sitesWe’re a family-run luxury RV resort in Wimberley that opened in 2024 on a former racehorse training facility, set among live oaks above the Hill Country.
RV sites from $74/night
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- RV sites
- 124 concrete sites in Deluxe, Premium and Executive tiers, back-in or pull-through. Water, sewer, 20/30/50-amp power and hardwired ethernet at every site, plus fiber Wi-Fi. Pull-throughs run about 77 feet, and there’s no rig-length limit.
- Cabins
- Sea Biscuit and The Mingo sleep 6; Secretariat sleeps 4. Nightly stays only.
- Resort
- Year-round pool, two pickleball courts, the Lounge with a pool table and shuffleboard, and a pavilion with a 34-foot fireplace, outdoor kitchen and two community gas grills. Wood-burning community fire pits, a fenced dog park, app and card laundry, a 24/7 Trading Post, golf cart rentals, valet trash and valet propane, with events all year.
- Pets
- Up to 3 per RV site with no pet fee; up to 2 per cabin at $50 each.
- Location
- Between Austin and San Antonio: Wimberley Square 8–10 minutes, Blue Hole about 10 minutes, Austin 45–50 minutes, San Antonio about 70 minutes. Wimberley is a Dark Sky Community.
- Know before booking
- No tent sites. The person booking must be 21 or older (families are welcome), and cabins have a two-night minimum.
Seven More Texas RV Resorts to Compare
Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country
New Braunfels · Guadalupe River
Best for families who want water attractions on the riverCamp Fimfo covers more than 450 acres on the Guadalupe River, with about 1,000 feet of river frontage. Two resort pools, a water playground and slides sit alongside an alpine coaster, a zipline and mini golf.
- RV setup
- Concrete pads with full hookups and 20/30/50-amp service, in pull-through and back-in layouts.
- Other stays
- Cabins sleeping four to 12, some with private hot tubs, plus tent sites.
- Know before booking
- The slides and water playground are seasonal, running daily only in peak season.
The Vineyards Campground & Cabins
Grapevine · North Texas
Best for a lake stay near historic downtown GrapevineThe Vineyards sits on Grapevine Lake, minutes from Historic Downtown Grapevine. Guests get a private sandy swim beach, a fishing pier, kayak and paddleboard rentals, nature trails, a playground and a camp store.
- RV setup
- Paved sites with 30/50-amp power, water, sewer and Wi-Fi; premium and deluxe sites are mostly pull-throughs.
- Other stays
- Furnished cabins overlooking the lake.
- Know before booking
- Weekends need two nights (three on holidays), payment is due in full at booking, and the front gate closes at 6 p.m.
Mill Creek Ranch Resort
Canton · East Texas
Best for cottages and RV sites near First Monday Trade DaysMill Creek Ranch spreads across more than 200 wooded acres, about a quarter mile from the First Monday Trade Days grounds. It has swimming, a hot tub, pickleball, disc golf, catch-and-release fishing ponds, paddleboats and a dog park.
- RV setup
- 100 RV sites on level concrete pads with full hookups and 20/30/50-amp service; pull-throughs fit multiple slide-outs.
- Other stays
- Furnished cottages for two to six guests, including accessible units.
- Know before booking
- Trade Days weekends and some holidays carry two- to four-night minimums, and there is no tent camping.
El Campo Lost Lagoon
El Campo · southwest of Houston
Best for a lagoon pool and lazy river within an hour of HoustonEl Campo Lost Lagoon sits off Highway 59, less than an hour from the Houston metro. Its lagoon pool has a lazy river, water slides, a swim-up bar and a kids’ lagoon, plus a café with a full bar and a fenced dog park.
- RV setup
- More than 200 level concrete sites with 30/50-amp full hookups and big-rig-friendly pads; pull-throughs sit at row ends.
- Other stays
- Cottages for up to six guests, plus houses and penthouses.
- Know before booking
- Cancellations get a voucher rather than a refund, and bookings cancelled within seven days are forfeited.
Camp Margaritaville RV Resort Crystal Beach
Bolivar Peninsula · Gulf Coast
Best for an RV stay with direct access to a Gulf beachCamp Margaritaville covers 150 oceanfront acres on the Bolivar Peninsula, with a dune crossover to the sand for walkers and golf carts. It has a heated pool complex with a family pool and a 21+ pool, a bar and grill, live music and a dog park.
- RV setup
- More than 250 concrete, big-rig-friendly sites with full hookups and 20/30/50-amp service, including pull-throughs.
- Other stays
- Two-story bungalows sleeping eight, plus on-site RV rentals.
- Know before booking
- You arrive via I-10 and Winnie or on the Galveston ferry, where waits can be long.
Jetstream RV Resort at Tropical Trails
Brownsville · Rio Grande Valley
Best for a Rio Grande Valley base near South Padre IslandJetstream RV Resort at Tropical Trails is an all-ages resort in Brownsville, about 24 miles from South Padre Island. It has a heated pool, a fitness center, pickleball courts, a putting green, a dog park, a clubhouse and a playground.
- RV setup
- Concrete pull-through and back-in sites with full hookups and 30/50-amp service, plus covered sites.
- Other stays
- Tiny homes and cottages with a stocked kitchenette and linens.
- Know before booking
- Stays of 30+ nights between November and March need a non-refundable deposit, with the balance due 90 days before arrival.
Maverick Ranch RV Park at Lajitas
Lajitas · Big Bend
Best for a Big Bend base with resort extrasMaverick Ranch RV Park is part of Lajitas Golf Resort, between Big Bend National Park and Big Bend Ranch State Park on the Rio Grande. RV guests can use the resort’s golf club, spa and trail rides, alongside the park’s seasonal pool and clubhouse.
- RV setup
- 100 sites, 60 of them pull-throughs, with water, sewer and 30/50-amp hookups; big-rig capable.
- Other stays
- The resort’s hotel rooms, suites and vacation homes.
- Know before booking
- It’s remote (Alpine is about 100 miles away), and deposits are refundable only with 30 days’ notice.
What to Compare Before You Book
“Luxury” isn’t an official rating for RV resorts, so compare what you’ll actually use: the site itself (length, surface, pull-through or back-in), hookups and amps, internet, bath houses, pools and things to do, and the rules on pets and length of stay. Our guide on how to choose an RV park in Texas goes deeper.
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Texas RV Resort FAQ
What are the best RV resorts in Texas?
It depends on the trip. Our eight picks cover the Hill Country, North and East Texas, the Houston area, the Gulf Coast, the Rio Grande Valley and Big Bend; the quick picks above match each one to a kind of trip.
Are there upscale RV parks in Texas?
Yes. Look for long, level concrete sites, 50-amp full hookups, fast internet, clean private showers, a pool and staff on site.
What is the difference between an RV park and an RV resort?
An RV park mainly offers sites and hookups. An RV resort adds amenities and services, such as pools, recreation, gathering spaces and guest services, so the resort itself is part of the trip.
Which Texas RV resorts are best for families?
Camp Fimfo Texas Hill Country and El Campo Lost Lagoon are built around water attractions, and The Vineyards has a lake beach and playground.
Which Texas RV resorts have cabins?
Seven of these eight offer cabins, cottages, bungalows or tiny homes. Maverick Ranch instead connects RV guests with Lajitas Golf Resort’s hotel rooms and vacation homes.
What is the best long-term RV resort in Texas?
It depends on location, season and monthly policies; our guide to long-term RV resorts in Texas compares the options.
