Best camping near Slocum
24 campgrounds · 24 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best camping near Slocum, Texas — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 24 campgrounds · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Rusk - Palestine Park
Good
26.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
Rusk - Palestine Park camping area, located in the state of Texas, offers a range of amenities for campers to enjoy. The campground provides clean and well-maintained restroom…
Why 72: live conditions (good)
72Top-rated
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#2
Lake Jacksonville Campground
Good
27.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 75°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Lake Jacksonville Campground is a picturesque camping area located in the state of Texas. The campground offers a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience…
Why 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
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#3
Fairfield Lake State Park
Good
30.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Fairfield Lake State Park in Texas offers established campsites only—no dispersed camping. Reservations are recommended and can be made online; fees range from $10–$25 per night…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#4
City Park Camp - Overton
Good
57.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 74°F· Comfortable day · high 94°F· No active weather warnings
City Park Camp Overton is a serene camping area located in the heart of Texas. The campground features 25 campsites that are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. The area…
Why 75: live conditions (good)
75Top-rated
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#5
Camp Meisenbach
Good
38.1 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 94°F
Camp Meisenbach is a beautiful camping spot in Texas with stunning views of Lake Whitney. The campground is equipped with modern amenities such as electric and water hookups…
Why 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
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#6
Post Oak Point
Good
37.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Post Oak Point camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Texas. It offers a range of amenities to ensure campers have a comfortable and enjoyable…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#7
Elm Flats
Good
37.5 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Elm Flats, located in Big Thicket National Preserve, Texas, offers primitive, dispersed camping only—no established campsites. It’s free and requires a permit from the National…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#8
Cypress Knee
Good
37.6 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
The Cypress Knee camping area, located in Texas, offers a serene and picturesque camping experience for nature enthusiasts. Nestled in a beautiful natural setting, this campground…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#9
Gum Ridge
Good
37.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Gum Ridge camping area is a picturesque campground located in the state of Texas. This camping spot offers a range of amenities to make your camping experience enjoyable. The…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#10
Red Oak
Good
37.7 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Red Oak Camping Area is a popular campground located in the state of Texas. It boasts several amenities to enhance visitors' camping experience. The campground offers…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#11
Camp Trevor-Rees-Jones
Good
37.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
The Camp Trevor Rees-Jones camping area in Texas offers stunning views of the surrounding Brazos River Valley. Nearby activities include hiking, fishing, and bird watching. The…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#12
Staff Cabins
Good
38.3 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Staff Cabins camping area in Texas is a fantastic destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. Situated in a serene location, this campground…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
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#13
Public Use Area 5 - Thornton
Good
46.8 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 93°F
Public Use Area 5 - Thornton camping area is a popular campground located in the state of Texas. It offers various amenities to ensure a comfortable camping experience for…
Why 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
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#14
Purtis Creek State Park
Good
56.9 mi away
· Muggy night · low 76°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Purtis Creek State Park is a picturesque camping area located in Texas. The campground offers a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay for campers. Amenities include…
Why 71: live conditions (good)
71Top-rated
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#15
Lake Mexia Rec Area
Good
59.4 mi away
· Muggy night · low 77°F· Light wildfire smoke · Light· Comfortable day · high 95°F
Lake Mexia Rec Area is a camping destination situated in the state of Texas. This campground offers various amenities to make the camping experience enjoyable. Campers can expect…
Why 70: live conditions (good)
70Top-rated
Camping near Slocum
The Slocum area has 24 campgrounds on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best camping near Slocum
How are these campgrounds ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.