Our long, 50-amp, pull-thru sites can accommodate the largest RV.

Situated at one of the highest points in Cherokee County, Texas, Rusk KOA offers million-dollar sunset views in a quiet, relaxing park (NO PLANES, TRAINS, OR AUTOMOBILES). It is centrally located between the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Houston and Shreveport. Enjoy a ride on the Texas State Railroad's steam train through the scenic Piney Woods area, visit a drive-through safari park, or visit the area's wineries, antique shops, restaurants and more. Rusk KOA welcomes RV Rallies, reunions and other groups year-round in the climate-controlled club room. Take advantage of the campground's long Pull-Thru RV Sites, Premium Tent Sites and rustic Cabins set among the pine trees. You'll also find a large selection of Deluxe Cabins as well as a separate rally area. After a busy day, relax and cool off in the refreshing saltwater pool. Kids enjoy the rental bikes and the unique playground. Pool: May 1 - October 1.  Max pull thru: 100 feet. Your hosts: The McMullen family.

Campground Amenities

  • 50 Max Amp
  • 100' Max Length
  • Wi-Fi
  • Cable TV
  • Pool (5/1 - 10/1)
  • Propane ($)
  • Firewood ($)
  • Pavilion
  • Bike Rentals ($)
  • Tour Shuttle
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Ways to Stay

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KOA Holiday

KOA Holiday Campgrounds

Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.

KOA Holidays Feature:

  • RV Sites with a KOA Patio®
  • Deluxe Cabins with full baths
  • Premium Tent Sites
  • Group meeting facilities

Latest Hot Deal

KOA Rewards Appreciation Weekend

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WHEN: September 6-7, 2024

WHAT: KOA Rewards holders stay as a paying guest on Friday, September 6th at any participating KOA campground and get Saturday, September 7th for FREE*.

WHY: KOA Rewards Appreciation Weekend is designed exclusively for KOA Rewards holders to say thanks for your loyalty and for trusting your camping memories to us. On this late-summer weekend, we gather to celebrate friends, family and fun in the great outdoors we all adore.

* Only at participating KOA locations. Applies to one site per a KOA Rewards account, for two consecutive nights at the same KOA. Sites may be limited. KOA Rewards discount does apply but not valid with other discounts.

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Local Area

Centrally Located Between Dallas, San Antonio, Houston, and Shreveport

Rusk just happens to be ideally located right between all of these amazing cities, but also being far enough away to make the stay here peaceful and quiet. This makes the amount of day trips you can plan practically endless!

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Piney Woods Wine Trail

Take a trip down the Piney Hills Wine Trail and enjoy a glass or two of wine while you take in the beautiful scenery of East Texas.

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Tyler: The City of Endless Fun

Tyler. Wow. If you want a place to go where you can pretty much find anything you want to do on your family outing then look no further... and its only 40 miles away! If your kids are into animals then you can visit the Cadwell Zoo or the Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge. Feel like taking a stroll through a museum or two? Well they have The 1859 Goodman-LeGrand House and Museum, Historic Aviation Memorial Museum, American Freedom Museum just to name a few! Want a hands on place for your kids to learn about science? Well the Center for Earth & Space Science Education and the Discovery Science Place are right up your alley then! You can even take a walk through the Tyler Rose Garden if you want to take a romantic walk through the flowers. On top of all that they have endless shopping and restaurants at the Broadway Square Mall and throughout the whole city!

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Visit the Oldest Town in Texas

Nacogdoches is the oldest town in Texas and just happens to be only 30 miles outside of Rusk. Spend the day shopping in the historic downtown, take a hike on one of their creek trails, or visit the largest Azalea garden in Texas!

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