RV rental Sam Houston National Forest, TX: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

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Discover Sam Houston National Forest RV rentals for memorable road trips

Located in Eastern Texas near New Waverly and approximately an hour’s drive from the city of Houston, Sam Houston National Forest covers 163,045 acres. This national forest was established in 1936 and extends to three counties. Fifty-nine thousand seven hundred forty-six acres are in San Jacinto County, 54,153 acres are in Walker County and 47,609 acres in Montgomery County. Its rolling terrain features lakes, meadows, creeks, woodlands, and wilderness. Major attractions include 22,000-acre Lake Conroe and 82,600 acres- Lake Livingstone. Sam Houston National Forest is divided into several recreational areas.

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Getting Outdoors

Hiking is the biggest draw in Sam Houston National Forest. If you are interested in hiking, the forest offers more than 100 miles of trail. Lone Star Hiking Trail is the most favorite trail here. About 27 miles of this 128-mile trail is designated as part of the National Recreation Trails. This scenic trail cuts through the diverse forest landscape giving hikers breathtaking views of the lakes, flora, and fauna.

Camping at Sam Houston National Forest

When you are coming with your motorhome rental, you will find plenty of RV-friendly campgrounds spread in the three Sam Houston National Forest campgrounds.

Exploring the Area

When you rent a motorhome in New Waverly, you will discover that this region of Texas has many attractions to offer. Regardless of your interests, you can always find a favorite destination. The most popular attractions in the area include wildlife habitats, museums, and golf courses.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

  • Hiking TrailLocation
  • Double Lake Trail Loop DLNA Trail to C-Trail and RCW Loop, TXColdspring, TX
  • Double Lake Trail, TXColdspring, TX
  • Double Lake Via Lone Star Hiking Trail, TXColdspring, TX
  • Winters Bayou Trail, TXSam Houston National Forest, TX
  • Lake Livingston Main Trail, TXLake Livingston State Park, TX
  • Lone Star Hiking Trail- Phelps Segment, TXSam Houston National Forest, TX
  • Coloneh Trail, TXHuntsville State Park, TX
  • Prarie Branch Loop Trail, TXHuntsville State Park, TX
  • Chinquapin Loop Trail, TXHuntsville State Park, TX
  • Hulk trail , TXConroe, TX

Recent RV rental reviews in Sam Houston National Forest

Jenny F.

September, 2025

The owners were BEYOND gracious, helpful, kind, and they truly CARED about us and that we had a wonderful experience. They were the MOST responsive owner I have ever dealt with from every Airbnb, RV, and hotel reservation I've made in all my life. 100/10. Awesome folks! The RV was clean and in good working order and they made sure we had everything we needed for a great vacation and then some! Would work with them again.
Brian D.

August, 2025

Features, stability, storage
Elias Andres M.

August, 2025

100 % recommended

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