Photo thanks to Magnolia Forest RV Park
Magnolia Forest RV Park
A gated, 40-acre RV park in the pines south of downtown Magnolia, with concrete big-rig pull-thrus, stocked catch-and-release ponds, a lighted dog park and the Texas Renaissance Festival about 12 minutes away.
Magnolia, Texas · in the pines about 1.5 miles south of downtown
Season
Year-round
Nightly, weekly and monthly stays
Elevation
About 220 ft
In the pines of western Montgomery County
Hookups
Full hookups
20/30/50 amp, water and sewer
Big rigs
45 ft pull-thrus
45 × 15 ft concrete pull-thru pads
Updated October 12, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
In the Magnolia pines
The Magnolia Forest experience
A gated park on 40 wooded acres just south of downtown Magnolia, with 149 full-hookup sites (counting the adjoining Barnwoods RV Park), concrete pads, stocked ponds and a lighted dog park.
Full hookups20/30/50 amp, water and sewer at every site
Big-rig pull-thrus45 × 15 ft concrete pull-thru pads
Back-ins too12 × 30 ft pads; every site has a deck or patio
Restrooms & showersThree large private bathrooms with hot showers
LaundryFront-load washers and dryers, plus change and vending machines
Free Wi-FiPark-wide, plus internet in the common room
Common roomFireplace, big-screen TV, kitchen area, library and games
Stocked pondsCatch-and-release bass, perch and catfish
Walking trailAbout a mile around the ponds; pets on a leash
Fenced dog parkLighted, with a picnic table
Fire pit & grillsPergolas, picnic tables and BBQ grills by the pond
PropaneAvailable on site
Storage units8 × 12 ft units, $75 a month
Gated & watchedOn-site management, gated entry, fence and cameras
Park eventsBingo, dances and potlucks on the event calendar
Life at camp
What guests say
The park report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores tell a clear story: guests mention the big trees, the catch-and-release lake, spotless bathrooms and laundry, and hosts who meet you at the gate.
Off Nichols Sawmill Road
Getting there
Magnolia Forest is on Nichols Sawmill Road about 1.5 miles south of downtown Magnolia, an easy run from TX-249 or FM 1488.
From Houston and the south: TX-249 north and FM 1774 into Magnolia, then Nichols Sawmill Road south about 1.5 milesFrom I-45 and The Woodlands: FM 1488 west into Magnolia, then Nichols Sawmill Road south
NICHOLS SAWMILL RD · MAGNOLIA
Set your GPS
30427 Nichols Sawmill Rd, Magnolia, TX 77355
To downtown Magnolia*About 4 min
To the Texas Renaissance FestivalAbout 12 min
To The Woodlands WaterwayAbout 38 min
From downtown HoustonAbout 50 min
Big-rig pull-thrus. Pull-thru pads are 45 × 15 ft concrete and back-ins are 12 × 30 ft, so give your full length when you book.
Check-in 1–6 p.m. Arriving later? Call ahead: late arrival is possible with advance notice.
*Drive times are from Google Maps and are approximate. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Magnolia
Around Magnolia
Downtown Magnolia is four minutes away and the Texas Renaissance Festival about 12, with W.G. Jones State Forest and The Woodlands to the east.
Photo thanks to WhisperToMe (CC0)
Texas Renaissance Festival
The country’s largest Renaissance festival, with jousting, stages, food and hundreds of shops on fall weekends (Oct 10–Nov 29 in 2026, plus Thanksgiving Friday).
Photo thanks to Renegomezphotography (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Historic Magnolia depot
The restored 1902 train depot in old downtown Magnolia, a Union Pacific Train Town, near the shops and cafes of the Magnolia Stroll.
Photo thanks to Stedil (CC BY-SA 4.0)
W.G. Jones State Forest
A 1,700-acre working forest with shady trails and one of North America’s top birding areas, home to red-cockaded woodpeckers.
Photo thanks to Photolitherland (CC BY-SA 3.0)
The Woodlands Waterway
The walkable heart of The Woodlands, with waterfront dining, kayaks and swan boats, and concerts at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
The nearest RV-Roundup park guides we’ve published so far, on the Texas coast. More Magnolia parks are on the way.
Photo thanks to Leisure Lane RV Resort
Leisure Lane RV Resort Magnolia
A gated, mostly monthly resort west of downtown with waterfront sites on two lakes, a pool and a big dog park.
Video still: Old Wagon Trail
Old Wagon Trail RV Park
A shady, owner-run park in Plantersville, about four minutes from the Texas Renaissance Festival gates.
Photo thanks to Magnolia Fields RV Park
Magnolia Fields RV Park & Resort
An 85-site park on 12 wooded acres east of Magnolia, with paved pads, a pond and a pavilion.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Magnolia Forest fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a big, wooded, well-kept park a few minutes from downtown Magnolia, with concrete pull-thrus for big rigs, stocked ponds and a lighted dog park, and the Renaissance Festival about 12 minutes away. It suits longer stays more than resort-style vacations (there’s no pool), and the no-refund policy means you should book only dates you’re sure of.
Park ratesFrom the park’s website · checked Oct 12, 2026
Daily$65–115 /night
Weekly$325–475 /week
Monthly$625–750 /month
Monthly electric7¢ /kWh
Premium sites cost extra; the park doesn’t say which sites are premium or how much more they cost. Monthly stays pay metered electric. Escapees members, military with ID and first responders get a discount (amount not published). The rates page asks guests staying under a week to call the manager; the booking page shows availability.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the park’s rates page or call (281) 259-9700.
Typical July afternoon
Magnolia94°
Phoenix107°
Mild winters: January highs average about 63°; July runs about 94° and humid, so a shaded site helps.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and why guests stay for months.
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Site types
From $65 a night or $625 a month plus electric.
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Rates & policies
Check-in, deposits, refunds, pets and rig rules.
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Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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Magnolia Forest RV Park is a gated park on 40 wooded acres off Nichols Sawmill Road, with 149 sites counting the adjoining Barnwoods RV Park. It caters to traveling workers, snowbirds and families who want a quiet, well-kept base northwest of Houston, from a few nights to a few months.
Best for
- Big rigs: concrete pull-thru pads are 45 × 15 ft, with 50 amp service at every site.
- Renaissance Festival fans: the festival grounds in Todd Mission are about 12 minutes away.
- Long stays: monthly rates from $625 plus electric, with bingo, dances and potlucks on the calendar.
- Dogs and anglers: a lighted dog park, a mile-long trail and stocked catch-and-release ponds.
Consider this
- No refunds: cancelling (by email) costs $30 and forfeits what you paid, and leaving early counts as a cancellation.
- There’s no pool or playground yet; a rec center with play structures is listed as coming soon.
- The Maine Barn bar and grill is for residents only, so overnight guests can’t use it.
- RVs are accepted by year, condition and appearance; they must be self-contained and RVIA-approved, and tents aren’t allowed.
Summer in Magnolia
Typical July afternoon
94°
Magnolia
Tomball (Hooks Airport)
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
13 degrees cooler than Phoenix, but humid, with nights near 75°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every site has full hookups with 20/30/50 amp power, water and sewer, plus a wooden deck or 10 × 10 ft concrete patio. Pull-thrus have 45 × 15 ft concrete pads; back-ins are 12 × 30 ft. Rates depend on the length of your stay.
Daily $65–115/night
Nightly range from the park’s rates page; premium sites cost extra. Call for stays under a week.
Weekly $325–475/week
A $200 deposit at booking holds a weekly stay.
Monthly $625–750/month
Monthly stays pay metered electric; checks are accepted for monthly rentals.
Storage unit $75/month
The park rents 24 storage units year-round.
Check-in1–6 p.m.Late arrival with advance notice
Check-outNoonFees are due on arrival
CancellationNo refunds$30 charge; cancel by email
Deposit1 night or $2001 night under a week; $200 weekly/monthly
ElectricMonthly: metered7¢ per kWh
PetsWelcomeLeashed on the trail; lighted dog park
Quiet hours10 p.m.–8 a.m.No generators or loud music; 5 mph
RigsSelf-containedRVIA-approved; judged on year and condition
FiresPatio fire pits onlySmall and screened; none during burn bans
Occupancy4 adults per RVUnder-18s with an adult at all times
Checked against magnoliaforestrvpark.com (rates, amenities and policies) on October 12, 2026. Book online, or call (281) 259-9700 for stays under a week and for monthly rates.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- Is my site a premium site? Premium sites cost extra, and the price isn’t published.
- Pull-thru or back-in? Pull-thrus are 45 × 15 ft; back-ins are 12 × 30 ft.
- Can I book a few nights online? The rates page says to call for stays under a week.
- Will my rig be accepted? Older rigs are judged on condition and appearance, so ask if yours is getting on.
- Which discounts apply? Escapees, military and first responders get one; the amount isn’t published.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready to park it in the pines?
Set up under the trees, fish the ponds and reach the Renaissance Festival in about 12 minutes. Book online, or call Magnolia Forest for short stays and monthly rates.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The park photos come from Magnolia Forest RV Park, with our thanks, and the video is by Abundant Life Adventures Don and Marie. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: WhisperToMe (festival sign; CC0), Renegomezphotography (Magnolia depot; CC BY-SA 4.0), Stedil (Middle Lake, Jones State Forest; CC BY-SA 4.0) and Photolitherland (The Woodlands Waterway; CC BY-SA 3.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Leisure Lane RV Resort, Old Wagon Trail (video still) and Magnolia Fields RV Park & Resort. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
Disclaimer
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