Campgrounds and RV parks near Plano, TX

Water recreation drives most trips in this area. Lake Lavon supports fishing, boating, and swimming, and Collin Park Marina provides direct access to boat ramps, docks, a small store, picnic areas, and a swim beach. Lake Ray Hubbard, about 22,745 acres and one of the largest lakes in North Texas, is popular for bass and crappie fishing, sailing, jet skis, and paddling, with multiple marinas and public ramps around the shoreline. Off the water, families use Plano itself for shopping at Legacy West and The Shops at Legacy, indoor entertainment, and restaurants. Historic downtown Wylie sits between the two lakes and works well as a low-key afternoon stop. Anglers should note that a valid Texas fishing license with a freshwater endorsement is required to fish either reservoir.

Spring and fall are the most comfortable windows for RV travel around Plano. From March through May, daytime highs move from mild to warm and the lakes typically fill after winter and spring rains, though this is also the peak severe-weather season in North Texas, with thunderstorms and occasional tornado watches. Summer runs hot. June through August routinely brings afternoon highs in the mid-90s Fahrenheit and stretches of 100-plus days, which makes shade, hookups with reliable power for air conditioning, and lake access important. This is also the busiest booking window, and weekends at Corps-managed campgrounds around Lake Lavon fill early. Fall cools off after September and stays pleasant into November, making it a strong shoulder-season choice. Winter is mild by national standards but can swing between warm afternoons and hard freezes, and some ramps or parks may close temporarily during high water. The South Boat Ramp at Lavon Lake is listed as available year-round.

Corps-managed campgrounds around Lavon Lake are fairly standard: gated entries, quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., a 2 p.m. checkout, and day-use areas that close at sunset. Sites range from water-only to 30-amp full hookups, with central restrooms and showers. Collin Park has experienced shoreline erosion that has reduced the number of tent sites over time, so RV sites are the more reliable choice there. Private resorts near Lake Ray Hubbard lean upscale and residential. Expect full 30/50-amp hookups, Wi-Fi, laundry, a pool, dog parks, and long pull-through sites that accommodate larger rigs. Waterfront views vary by park, and some properties sit a short drive from actual shoreline access rather than directly on the lake.