Texas
Looking for the best camping in Texas? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Texas. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Camping Spots in and near Texas
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Johnson City, Texas
Hike Juniper Spring Via Wolf Mountain And Juniper Ridge
8.4 mi / 462 ft gainJuniper Spring via Wolf Mountain and Juniper Ridge is a 8.4 mile loop hike within Pedernales Falls State Park, right outside of Johnson City, Texas. This trail is moderately trafficked. The trail is pretty wide and great for all sorts of exercising and social distancing. The trail is relatively ...Read more -
Tyler, Texas
Tyler State Park Lake Loop Trail
5.02.02 mi / 187 ft gainTyler State Park Lake Loop Trail is a scenic ~2 mile loop hike that takes you by the state parked named Tyler Lake. This is a well-maintained trail that is good for the whole family. There are great stopping points for views of the lake, piney woods for coverage, and not too much effort with mini...Read more -
Vanderpool, Texas
Hike the Lost Maples Extra Loop Trail
7.1 mi / 930 ft gainThe Lost Maples Extra Loop Trail is 7.1 loop hike that loops around the majority of the park. It is highly trafficked and offers stunning views of the Texas Hill Country landscape. Please be advised that there are several challenging inclines and steep portions of the trail, so hiking shoes and p...Read more -
Richards, Texas
Lone Star Hiking Trail
95.52 mi / 5728 ft gainLone Star Hiking Trail is a long point-to-point trail located near Richards, TX. Make sure you have a shuttle car or ride arranged at your end destination.Read more -
Richards, Texas
Hike the Lone Star Hiking Trail: Trailhead 1 to Lake Conroe
20 mi / 450 ft gainThe Trail Trailhead #1 of the Lone Star Hiking Trail puts you in an isolated part of East Texas where you can truly experience nature and peace. The trails are marked with squares and are normally well kept and clean, but you will have to navigate over fallen trees and through muddy creek bottoms...Read more -
Alpine, Texas
Ernst Tinaja Trail
5.00.74 mi / 49 ft gainThe Ernst Tinaja Trail, located within Big Bend National Park near Alpine, Texas, offers hikers a unique glimpse into the region’s geological wonders. Trail Overview This out-and-back trail spans approximately 1 mile round trip, leading visitors through a limestone canyon adorned with vibra...Read more -
Taylor, Texas
Granger Lake Trail
7.54 mi / 400 ft gainGranger Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that starts off in Taylor Park in Granger Texas. At the end of the trail are primitive campsites, accessible by hike or by boat. This trail is used by hikers and bikers and dog-friendly on leash. Backcountry campground reservations for Fox Bottom Camp A...Read more -
Sulphur Springs, Texas
Oak Grove Campground
5.0The Oak Grove camping area is a walk in site directly by the lake that includes some waterfront spots. Bathroom/shower is nearby. The 15 campsites are approximately 100 yards from the parking area. Up to 8 guests are allowed per campsite and pets are allowed at this campground. For additional in...Read more -
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Hike South Rim Trail Boot Springs Trail
11.96 mi / 2740 ft gainEmory Peak via South Rim Trail and Boot Springs Trail is a 14.9 mile loop hike where you may see beautiful wild flowers located near Big Bend National Park, TX.Read more -
Culberson County, Texas
Pratt Lodge Via McKittrick Canyon Trail
5.04.8 mi / 341 ft gainPratt Lodge via McKittrick Canyon Trail is a 4.8 mile out and back hike that takes you by a river located near Salt Flat, TX.Read more -
Vanderpool, Texas
Hike Lost Maples East And West Canyon
5.011.3 mi / 1 ft gainThe Lost Maples East and West Canyon trail is an 11.30 mile out-and-back hike located in Lost Maples State Park, right outside of Vanderpool, Texas. The trail provides scenic overlooks, beautiful maple trees, and an abundance of nature. The trail, along with the park, is most known for its beauti...Read more -
Bandera, Texas
Hike the Medina Loop
5 mi / 1800 ft gainThe Photos as seen above are from the Medina Loop hike. I'll preface by saying that this isn't the hike I went to the park for, yet I'm incredibly satisfied with the experience. The Medina loop had everything you'd want in a hike. Mixed terrains, wildlife to watch, and glimpses of expansive v...Read more -
Big Bend National Park, Texas
Hike the Outer Mountain Loop
32 mi / 5000 ft gainThe Outer Mountain Loop is a 3-day hike in Big Bend National Park. It traditionally starts at the trailhead in the Chisos Basin, leaving the Lodge area by way of the Pinnacles Trail. You then follow the Boot Canyon Trail to the Juniper Canyon Trail, which leads out of the Chisos Mountains to the ...Read more