Starfield Retreat
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- Wild camping site on a family-run working farm and homestead
- Corsicana 15 minutes’ drive; Richland-Chambers Reservoir half an hour
- Small country shop on site with firepits for hire; wildlife haven
Wild campers looking for a Texas base between Dallas and Houston should turn their heads at the sound of Starfield Retreat in Richland. A short drive away from Highway 45, this eco wild camping site is well away from city noise, packed with wildlife and also regularly graced by starry skies.
Where exactly, you say? The pitches are on a working farm and homestead owned by the Hafeez family, who, after buying the 50 acres of wooded land in 2021, have cleared about five acres to set up a barn, horse stall, garden and gathering areas and an RV trailer living space.
The spacious pitches are tucked away in a partly sloping field, usually grazed by sheep, horses and other livestock, behind the homestead area. And with the remaining 45 acres left as wilderness, this really is a place to properly unwind. Up to two pets (kept on leads and cleaned up after) are also handily welcome per pitch.
Among the site's eco credentials are clean composting loos, a washing-up area with hot water, recycling facilities and unmanicured surrounds to support the wildlife. There’s no electricity on the pitches, but guests can top up devices and mini coolers using the sockets on site. Skip along to the farm’s small country shop for your caffeine fix or to buy handy bits like cold (non-alcoholic) drinks, ice cream, packaged food, sleeping bags and one-gallon water bottles and ice bags.
Conveniently for your evening activities, the farm shop rents out one firepit per pitch (note you can’t bring your own, nor forage for firewood); the pack includes a stack of logs, kindling, a small starter firestick and matches. Small-scale barbecues or warming food on the fire have the green light, and feel free to bring your own charcoal or purchase the fuel and charcoal on site.
Site type
40Open all year 
Tourist board rating
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- This is a quiet site: no music is allowed.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Bookings must not consist of more than 4 different households.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Wifi at the unit/pitch
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Dedicated quiet space Level site, no steep slopes Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearbyLocation
Starfield Retreat
920 Memorial Drive
Richland
Texas
USA
76681
Directions Timezone
America/Chicago Central Daylight Time (GMT-05:00)
GPS
31.9131°N
96.42021°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Texas’s first oil boom town is just north of the site. Corsicana (15 minutes’ drive) has a historic downtown with period memorabilia at the Pioneer Village and American Civil War artefacts kept at the Pearce Collections Museum.
If you like spending time by the water, you’re also in a good spot for it. Navarro Mills Lake (35 minutes) and Richland-Chambers Reservoir (half an hour) are both a short drive away, with the latter proving mightily popular for fishing (including carp, bass and catfish), boating and ‘beach’ days.
Holidays are surely a deserving time to treat yourself to a glass of wine, and handily, the local boutique vineyard and winery (10 minutes) is nice and close by for wine and cheese tasting.
For big cities, turn your head towards Waco (an hour), artsy Dallas (an hour) and Houston (two and a half hours).
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- Does Starfield Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Starfield Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Starfield Retreat? Texas’s first oil boom town is just north of the site. Corsicana (15 minutes’ drive) has a historic downtown with period memorabilia at the Pioneer Village and American Civil War artefacts kept … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Starfield Retreat?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 11 a.m. – Anytime Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Starfield Retreat? From £33.15 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.