RV Rental Cooper Lake State Park, TX

The main attraction to the area is, unsurprisingly, Cooper Lake. Many RV campers at Cooper Lake State Park beat the Texas heat down at the lake's unsupervised swimming area. Boating is another popular pastime at Cooper Lake. Kayaks, canoes, paddle boats, and water skis are all allowed to explore the water. Don't have your own boat? You'll find rental services right on-site.

Anglers, don't forget to pack your rod and reel in the RV rental. Whether you fish from the shore or from your boat, you'll find ample opportunities to wet a line in Cooper Lake. Common catches include bass, catfish, and crappie. Visitors fishing and boating at Cooper Lake have access to boat docks, fishing piers, and a fish cleaning station.

Hikers looking for a short, easy walk should stick to the Doctors Creek Unit. Four trails, ranging from a half mile to just over a mile long, wind their way through this area. The Cedar Creek Trail - South Loop leads down to the lake. Wildlife watchers should keep to the north and south loops to spot some of the park's bird life, including egrets and herons. The South Sulphur Unit offers more challenging routes. The Lonesome Dove Loop is just under five miles long and features tricky terrain and elevation changes. Hikers are rewarded with views of creeks and a calm pond.

Visitors camping at Cooper Lake State Park can choose between two main camping units. Doctor's Creek features 39 electric sites for RV campers, one of which is ADA-accessible. This campground also offers six group campsites, each accommodating up to 48 guests.

South Sulphur is the largest Cooper Lake State Park campground, consisting of 82 electric sites for motorhomes, including six ADA-accessible sites and 15 walk-in sites. RV sites are clean, level, and offer both water and electrical hookups. Some sites can accommodate rigs up to 95 feet long, but the standard length limit for RV campers is 55 feet.

All sites include a picnic table, fire ring, lantern post, and easy access to restrooms. The park allows pets on a leash no longer than six feet, so feel free to bring the whole family for your RV camping trip.

There's so much for RV campers to explore near Cooper Lake State Park. Located in Paris, Texas, about 25 minutes from Cooper, is Trail de Paris, an ADA-accessible trail just over three miles long. Along the way, you'll travel under a lush, green canopy right to the city limits of Paris. Pause at the Butterfly Garden on the Trail to snap a photo of the bright wildflowers and monarch butterflies.

History and film buffs alike won't want to miss The Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum in nearby Greenville. Though small, this museum is full of local history. Many of the artifacts and exhibits on display here are centered around the importance of cotton farming in this area. The rest of the museum is dedicated to Audie Murphy, one of the most decorated combat veterans from WWII and a famous actor from Texas. Rent an RV in Hunt County and take your time exploring all the area's attractions.

Dallas, Texas is located a little further afield at 90 miles from Cooper Lake. Dallas is your go-to for parks, gardens, music, and exciting nightlife. Take a step back in time at The Texas Theatre, where Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested for the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens offers a quieter getaway filled with flora, and the Zero Gravity Thrill Park offers a quicker pace and extreme fun. Park your RV rental in Dallas for a few days to make the most of your visit to this Texas hot spot.