Dispersed Camping in Wise County, Texas
Showing 46 locations in Wise County.
Anytime Fitness Decatur
Standard commercial parking lot at the Anytime Fitness gym along the US-287 service road. Suitable for gym members seeking a quick overnight stop.
Austin
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Black Creek Branch Road Dispersed
Dispersed camping corridor along Black Creek Branch road within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands. This quiet dirt road provides access to native-surface pull-outs suitable for boondocking and primitive camping.
Black Creek Lake Campground
Located on the north shore of Black Creek Lake within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands, this USFS campground features 14 primitive campsites. Ideal for tent camping, the sites are walk-in and set back 30 to 150 feet from the parking area. The campground is equipped with picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and vault toilets, but does not offer potable water or hookups. A concrete boat ramp nearby provides easy water access.
Black Creek Lake West Dispersed
A scenic dispersed camping area located on the west shore of Black Creek Lake within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands. This area offers several level pull-offs directly adjacent to the water, suitable for vehicle-based camping and tent pitching in a tranquil environment.
Camporee Grounds
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Canoe Base
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Catfish O'Harlie's RV Parking
A local restaurant parking lot that explicitly welcomes truckers and RVs. The overnight parking area is located behind the restaurant building and offers a level, gravel/paved surface.
Crockett
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Daisy Taylor A4 Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping options situated along Daisy Taylor Road A4 and adjacent forest spurs within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands. Ideal for quiet, self-contained camping under the oaks.
Dan's Pond Road Dispersed
Primitive dispersed camping corridor along Dan's Pond road within the LBJ National Grasslands. The road leads through oak savannahs and pine stands, offering multiple rustic dirt pull-offs.
Devil's Den
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Forest Road 908 (Miller Road) Dispersed
A quiet dispersed camping corridor nestled in the Caddo-LBJ National Grasslands along Forest Road 908 (Miller Road). Campsites are scattered under a canopy of tall pine trees and in open clearings, offering options for shade or solar setup. Standard sites feature stone fire rings, and the area provides peaceful woodland surroundings with minimal passing traffic.
Forest Spur - Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands
Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands offers dispersed camping along Forest Spur. The area features flat pull-offs with rock fire rings, set amidst typical prairie and wooded environments. It's a peaceful area popular with hunters during the autumn season, and lies under a flight path. The gravel road is well-maintained and accessible to passenger vehicles.
Forest Spur Dispersed - Alvord
A quiet Forest Service spur road in the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands offering simple dispersed camping options close to Alvord.
Goliad
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
HBL Camping Area East
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
HBL Camping Area North
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
HBL Camping Area West
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Hermit's Cave
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Hermit's Cave Loop
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Houston
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Jones
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
LBJ National Grasslands - FSR 900 & TADRA Point Corridor
A scenic dispersed camping corridor situated in the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands. Dispersed campsites are scattered along Forest Service Road 900, with several located near the local reservoir, offering lovely water views and shade trees. The nearby TADRA Point Trailhead serves as a central staging area with vault toilets and water access, making this a highly versatile area for dispersed camping, equestrian use, and hiking.
Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland - Forest Spur
A quiet Forest Service spur offering dispersed camping opportunities on the edge of the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland.
Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland - Old Decatur Road Corridor
Dispersed camping corridor off Old Decatur Road inside the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland. Includes several secluded dirt pull-offs and forest spurs suitable for dry camping.
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Northwest OHV Park Staging Area
A flat, open staging area located just outside the gate of the Northwest OHV Park, approximately four miles north of town. Camping is officially permitted here on Friday and Saturday nights, offering a convenient weekend base. The site features basic amenities including portable toilets, trash receptacles, and large fire pits. Access is via a hard-packed dirt road that is easily negotiated by all rig types with plenty of space for larger trailers to turn around.
Opal Robinson Road Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping sites located along Opal Robinson Road and adjacent forest spurs within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland. The main route offers access to several quiet clearings and a scenic pond.
Overlook Bluff Dispersed Camping
Dispersed campsites along Overlook Bluff and connecting forest spurs in the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands. This area offers quiet camping among groves of oaks and open meadows.
Philmont Practice Trail Camp
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Rhodes Lake Road Dispersed
This gravel Forest Service road leads toward Rhodes Lake, providing opportunities for quiet dispersed camping in the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands.
Rucker Pond Dispersed Camping
Peaceful dispersed camping corridor located around Rucker Pond within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland.
San Jacinto
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
San Saba
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Sid Richardson Scout Ranch
A private youth camp reservation located on Lake Bridgeport. This facility features numerous structured campsites, water activities, and trail systems restricted entirely to registered organization members with active reservations.
Sunset RV Park
A roadside RV park situated just off the highway, featuring flat gravel sites and a welcoming atmosphere. Offers standard hookups and convenient facilities for travelers seeking a quick overnight stop.
Tadra Point Trailhead
Tadra Point Trailhead is a developed campground and multi-use trail hub located in the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands. It features multiple parking spurs, pull-throughs, hitching posts, horse water, and a pavilion with a grill. This is a popular start point for equestrian endurance rides and multi-use trail activities.
TADRA Point Trailhead
This trailhead serves as the primary staging area for the multi-use TADRA trail system in the LBJ National Grasslands. It offers a large gravel parking loop with vault toilets and water. While primarily utilized by equestrian campers, standard rigs can park overnight here or use it as a convenient base to scout nearby dispersed sites on FSR 900.
Travis
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
Valley View Group Campground
A developed group campground within the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands, offering motorhome-accessible camping on a flat, gravel-surfaced area surrounded by typical Texas grassland and pine trees.
Valley View Group Use
Valley View Group Use Facility is located within the 1,500-acre Designated Bird Dog Training Area on the LBJ Grasslands. The site features 15 campsites, a large pavilion with a grill, and double restrooms, making it ideal for group camping and horse owners.
Wallace
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.
West Black Creek Lake Dispersed Camping
Dispersed camping area along the access road to West Black Creek Lake in the Lyndon B. Johnson National Grassland.
Windmill Lake - LBJ National Grasslands
A scenic dispersed camping area located next to Windmill Lake in the LBJ National Grasslands. The site offers peaceful surroundings and flat spots near the water.
Yucca Flats
Private campsite on the scout reservation restricted to registered members.