About this Location

Facility Overview

Bullard RV Park is a well-maintained, open-air surface vehicle and RV accommodation facility located at 185 County Road 3816 in Bullard, Texas. Situated in the scenic piney woods of East Texas just off the US Highway 69 corridor, the property offers a spacious, tranquil layout designed to accommodate vehicles of all dimensions. With wide turning radii and clear, open driveways, this surface property provides complete ease of movement without any overhead structures, ensuring 100% unrestricted vertical clearance. It accommodates standard passenger cars, large pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, extended camper vans, high-roof sprinters, fifth wheels, and Class A motorhomes. The wide parking bays and dedicated pull-through spaces make it straightforward to park, level, and stabilize even large towing combinations and recreational rigs.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated in Cherokee County close to the Smith County boundary, Bullard RV Park serves as an exceptional staging base for visitors exploring the wider Tyler and Jacksonville regional hubs. Guests enjoy swift proximity to a variety of regional outdoor and cultural attractions:

Lake Palestine: Located just 10 to 15 minutes to the west, offering world-class bass fishing, boating, kayaking, and waterside dining at Lake Palestine Resort and marinas.
Downtown Bullard & City Park: Less than a 5-minute drive away, featuring charming community dining, local coffee spots, sports fields, and walking trails.
Kiepersol Vineyards, Winery & Restaurant: Approximately 10 minutes northeast, offering estate-grown wine tastings, fine steaks, and picturesque vineyard tours.
The Brook Hill School: Just minutes away, making the park ideal for parents, alumni, and visitors attending campus sporting events and academic activities.
Tyler Metro Attractions: A short 15 to 20-minute drive north connects visitors to the Tyler Rose Garden, Caldwell Zoo, University of Texas at Tyler, and the Broadway Square Mall.
Cherokee Trace Drive-Thru Safari: Approximately 20 minutes south toward Jacksonville, offering an immersive wildlife viewing experience.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

The facility benefits from uncomplicated ingress and egress along County Road 3816, directly connecting to US Highway 69—the primary north-south arterial linking Tyler, Bullard, and Jacksonville. Drivers towing heavy trailers or operating motorhomes will find gentle grade transitions at the entrance curb, minimizing bottoming-out risks. Traffic around Bullard remains generally light, allowing relaxed, low-stress entry and exit even during peak morning and evening travel windows. While regional public mass transit is limited in this rural setting, the site offers direct vehicular access to Texas State Highway 155, Loop 49 (Toll), and Interstate 20 further north, facilitating convenient statewide commutes.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, level surface bays with pull-through and back-in options
Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating oversized recreational vehicles and work trucks
Full utility hookups including 30-amp and 50-amp electrical service, water, and sewer connections
Adequate night lighting across main drive lanes for evening security and visibility
Quiet, rural atmosphere with generous space for secondary passenger vehicle parking
Pet-friendly grounds with open green patches for walking leashed animals
Trash disposal receptacles and convenient on-site maintenance support

Ideal For

RV travelers and seasonal road trippers touring the East Texas Piney Woods and Lake Palestine
Boaters, anglers, and outdoor recreationalists needing parking space for boat trailers and tow vehicles
Families and alumni attending athletic and educational events at The Brook Hill School or UT Tyler
Traveling professionals, utility workers, and healthcare contractors seeking weekly or monthly extended-stay options
Visitors attending local celebrations, weddings, and wine tours at nearby Kiepersol Vineyards

Visitor & Driver Tips

When arriving via US Highway 69, slow down ahead of County Road 3816 as turnoffs can come up quickly in rural sections. Drivers operating navigation apps should verify the address carefully to ensure routing directs along established county paved roads rather than dirt access easements. If you plan to arrive after sunset, keep high-powered headlights engaged to clearly read space numbers and navigate utility hookup poles. Advanced reservations are highly encouraged during holiday weekends, fishing tournaments on Lake Palestine, and peak spring or autumn travel seasons when spaces can fill rapidly.