Are you the owner for this park? Make it a featured listing and be seen in the top search results!
Shady Lake RV Park
Overview
Shady Lake RV Park offers a tranquil getaway nestled in the heart of East Texas, providing a serene environment for travelers seeking a slower pace of life. Known for its scenic private lake and towering mature trees, this destination provides a peaceful alternative to the hustle of more commercialized highway resorts. It serves as a comfortable home base for those looking to explore the natural beauty and small-town charm of Sulphur Springs while enjoying a quiet, well-maintained environment that emphasizes the natural landscape.
Location & Surroundings
Situated just a short drive from the center of Sulphur Springs, the park is conveniently located near Interstate 30, making it easily accessible for travelers navigating through the region. Despite its proximity to major transit routes, the park feels remarkably secluded, surrounded by rolling hills and dense greenery characteristic of the Texas Piney Woods edge. The primary highlight of the property is the stocked catch-and-release lake, which creates a peaceful focal point for the entire community and offers a habitat for local birdlife.
Amenities & Park Features
The park is thoughtfully designed to accommodate various rig sizes, offering spacious full-hookup sites equipped with both 30 and 50-amp electrical service. Travelers can take advantage of practical conveniences during their stay, including:
- Clean and accessible laundry facilities.
- Private restrooms and shower suites for guest comfort.
- Level sites with plenty of room for slide-outs.
- A pet-friendly atmosphere with walking areas.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
While staying at the park, visitors are within minutes of the unique cultural attractions found in downtown Sulphur Springs. You can explore the historic Celebration Plaza, famous for its unique architecture and vibrant community events throughout the year. History buffs will appreciate a visit to the Southwest Dairy Museum, which highlights the region’s agricultural roots. For more intensive outdoor recreation, the park is a short drive from Lake Fork, a premier destination for professional-grade bass fishing in the state of Texas.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal match for long-term residents and retirees who value a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere over a high-traffic resort experience. Its relaxed pace also makes it a great choice for weekend fishermen and couples seeking a nature-focused retreat away from city noise. If you prefer a rustic, park-like setting with plenty of shade and a helpful onsite management team, Shady Lake RV Park provides the solitude and convenience you are looking for in East Texas.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Discounts
- Facility
- Internet
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Richard Eckstein
A very nice and quiet RV park, I have lived here now in the back lot for over 5 years and so far all the neighbors are friendly the park staff are very nice and helpful, clean well maintained park with nice graveled pull through lots, beautiful fishing pond with ducks and a laundry mat with 4 well maintained and clean showers. They also have several covered lots and two B&B rental units, just call ahead for availability. This is a pet friendly park with two dog runs. This place is popular since it's real close to lots of good dining options in town, a Walmart, Lowe's, and a few truck stops with good food just 1.5 miles up TX Hwy 19 and I-30.
Jeff Covington
If u are looking for a place to stay this is not that place. Worst place u can stay in sulpher springs the park manger has hrs from 3/6 when most people are working.her hrs change daily sometimes it’s different if u can ever catch her in the office. The internet was so in stable some days it was like playing phone tag to try and get a connection. If u have never drove through a rock curry this would be a prime example roads have pit holes the side of a pick up bed driving through the back area. And if I don’t mind smelling the sewer from the sprinklers I would look else we’re. There are multiple campers on site that people have left and do not live in currently and falling apart. Makes the park look that much worse. They tell u the fish in the pond are catch and release. There is no fish and if u don’t mind dragging Moss from the pound on every cast and dragging back what ever trash from the pound. I would highly recommend other parks. Multiple tenets on site that have the same problem with paying and never catch the manger in the office.
elizabeth lobstein
10/10 would not recommend. The pictures online do not match what the place actually looks like. The place looks like a junk yard there’s a bunch of old cars, grass is extremely overgrown. The spot we were given we could not properly fit our rv in because there was a car parked too close to the spot. We got into sulphur around 2:30 in the morning and had to spend the night at a gas station until another Rv park opened. We made the mistake of paying for our spot before we got there, the lady at the front desk said more than likely we won’t get a refund, $375 on a spot we did not feel comfortable or safe staying in.
Lenicia Gordon
This is one of the most beautiful RV parks in which we have ever stayed! We booked one night, on relatively short notice (5 days ahead), and really didn't expect much - just a one night stay on our way back to Austin from the Ozarks. However, we were very pleasantly surprised at what a little haven this RV park is! It is located a short distance from I-30 in a very serene rural setting. The staff was very friendly, as were all of the nearby campers and residents. We had site #1, which is right on the pond with a good sized deck and picnic table under a huge oak tree! We couldn't believe it! We had a beautiful view of the pond and surrounding landscape with plenty of shade. We loved listening to the frogs, ducks, and cicadas in the evening! All the hook-ups were great and easy to navigate and the gravel pad was level and well-placed for conveniently pulling through. We will for sure plan to stay here again next time we travel in that direction!
Laura Kaiser
Really enjoyed this park. With Good Sam discount, total was $72 for two nights. We were placed in space #1, right next to the little lake and a small deck. Air-conditioned laundry room with lots of machines, and listened to the frogs all day and night. Only drawback is the highway noise, but it's a small price to pay overall. Two nice big trees shaded us nearly all day. Loved our stay!