Free RVing in Central Texas

RVs are a convenient travel solution for anyone looking to travel long term, or wanting to cover long distances. They allow travelers to save on hotels, flights, rental cars, and the cost of food, since most RVs are equipped with a full kitchen. Because of all these reasons, plus the comfort of having your own space, RVs continue to grow in popularity. Snowbirds and full time RVers love heading south during the winter, whether it be in Florida or the Southwest. But what about Texas? Central Texas especially has a mix of small towns and large cities, the beautiful Hill Country and urban areas. This balance creates endless activities and places to explore. A long day of exploring calls for a good night’s rest, and below, we’ve listed four places you can stay in your home-on-wheels in central Texas.  In order to partake in the camping on this list, you must have a Harvest Hosts membership. For the price of two to three nights stay in a regular campground, you can gain access to 6000 locations across North America, each allowing you to stay one night with no camping fees. You can also upgrade to a Golf Membership, which offers additional access to hundreds of golf courses, spa facilities, and restaurants. Please note that any Harvest Hosts locations do not charge a fee to camp overnight, however you must make a purchase to support them.

1. Copperas Cove

First settled in 1830, Copperas Cove began as a land grant from Mexico to Steven F. Austin, who is known as the “Father of Texas” and the state’s founder. The town has since blossomed into the largest town in Coryell County and is located a short distance from Fort Hood. If you’re looking for some family-friendly fun, then be sure to check out Topsey Exotic Ranch and Drive Thru Safari. Cinergy Cinemas is another excellent stop for groups, couples, or families. This multiplex has a movie theater, laser tag, a bowling alley, an arcade, and an eatery, all in one place. If your RV is adults-only, or the kids have gone to bed, you can get the most out of this fun Harvest Hosts location. You’ll feel like you’re at summer camp again, except this time you get to enjoy an alcoholic beverage while you play games, complete crafts, and earn merit badges! Camp Caylor serves a variety of Texas-made wines, beers, and ciders. They often host fun events and feature different food trucks. There are also a variety of games to enjoy, such as cornhole, horseshoes, yard dominoes, connect four, and more. You can also indulge in some s’mores or relax in a hammock. Caylor’s Space Between Wine and Beer Yard has four reservable, pet-friendly spaces for RVs under forty-four feet in length. You don’t have to wait until summer to attend this camp.