Field notes

Plan more. Wander farther.

Practical starting points for a smooth Texas camping trip.

First RV trip

Your first RV rental in Texas

Match the rental to a campsite, understand extra fees and plan pickup or delivery.

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Rock landscape in Guadalupe Mountains National Park
National parks

Big Bend & Guadalupe Mountains camping

Compare national park campgrounds by RV restrictions, hookups and reservation requirements.

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Juniper Campground in Palo Duro Canyon State Park
Research guide

30-amp vs 50-amp camping

Compare verified electrical-service choices at Texas parks

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Lower McKinney Falls in McKinney Falls State Park
Research guide

Texas RV campsite length limits

Specific park-area restrictions for longer RVs

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Research guide

Texas coast camping comparison

Compare beachside, bayfront and primitive coastal parks

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Interactive tool

RV packing checklist

Check off essential trip supplies, save progress on your device and print a copy.

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RV trip planning

Will your RV fit the campsite?

Questions to ask about length, access, clearance and hookups before booking.

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RV camping

Texas parks with full hookups

A source-linked comparison of full-hookup state park options.

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Trip planning

Camping near Austin

Compare city-adjacent parks with lakeside and Hill Country escapes.

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RV essentials

Understanding campsite hookups

Know what water, electric and full-hookup labels mean before booking.

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Camping basics

Your pre-trip checklist

What to confirm before leaving, from campsite dimensions to weather.

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Start with your next trip

Three guides to make the decisions easier.

Camping near Austin

Compare four state parks by setting and published hookups.

Compare Austin options

Your first RV rental

Match the vehicle to the campsite and compare the complete cost.

Plan a first rental

Full-hookup camping

Find selected Texas campsite categories with water, electric and sewer.

Explore full hookups