Woodcock Woodlands

🏰 **Introduction / Overview**

For Texans seeking a truly unique camping experience that blends the tranquility of the East Texas Piney Woods with the excitement of an entertainment venue, **Woodcock Woodlands** stands apart. Located near Palestine, Texas, this site operates primarily as a **private campground and venue for entertainment events**, most notably serving as the home and integral campground for the **Faire of Champions Renaissance Festival**. It is not a typical state park or commercial RV resort; rather, it offers a **rustic and primitive** camping experience that emphasizes community, creativity, and immersive fun, appealing strongly to a niche audience of festival-goers, fantasy enthusiasts, and independent campers.

Woodcock Woodlands is where the adventure begins for many visitors to the Faire of Champions. The site welcomes all types of campers, from those pitching a simple tent to those bringing large RVs. However, the core identity of the site is built around its rustic nature. It is designed to host themed and non-themed events and parties, encouraging guests to engage fully with the environment and the spirit of the various gatherings held there. As one reviewer succinctly put it, it is **"A beautiful campground near Faire of Champions in Palestine Texas!"** This is an ideal destination for Texas locals who want their camping trip to be an integral part of a larger, memorable event or who enjoy a campground where a vibrant, welcoming community is actively fostered.

The management of Woodcock Woodlands prioritizes a safe, considerate, and communal atmosphere, with detailed rules in place regarding noise, fire safety, and environmental stewardship, ensuring that all campers can enjoy the blend of relaxation and spirited entertainment that the property offers. It is an experience for those prepared for true **"roughing it"** with the added benefit of being steps away from a vibrant fantasy realm.

📍 **Location and Accessibility**

Woodcock Woodlands is situated in a relatively secluded area near **Tennessee Colony, outside of Palestine, Texas**. The address is **4033 An County Rd 2212, Palestine, TX 75803, USA**. This location places it squarely in the heart of East Texas, surrounded by the beautiful, rolling hills and wooded landscapes typical of Anderson County.

Its accessibility is excellent for Texas residents, as Palestine is generally reached via major routes like U.S. Highway 79, U.S. Highway 84, or State Highway 155. The drive to the campground transitions from paved roads to County Road 2212, signaling the final stretch into the private, rustic property. This balance ensures that guests feel removed from the urban environment but are close enough to the city of Palestine (a city known for its historic downtown and the Texas State Railroad) for necessary supplies and services.

For Texans traveling from the major metro areas:

• It is approximately a **90-minute to two-hour drive** from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Metroplex.
• It is roughly a **2.5 to 3-hour drive** from the Houston metropolitan area.

Critically, the campground is located on the same property as the **Faire of Champions** festival grounds, meaning campers are fully immersed in the event environment, with easy foot traffic access to the faire's vendors, entertainment, and after-hours activities.

🛠️ **Services Offered (The Primitive Camping Standard)**

It is essential for Texas users to understand that Woodcock Woodlands operates on a **rustic and primitive** model, especially regarding core utilities. The services offered prioritize space and community over conventional RV park amenities:

• **Primitive Campsites:** Space for both **tent camping** and **RV/Bus Camping** (for rigs 20' or longer). Sites are *not* formal pads, but designated areas on the rustic property.
• **No Water Hookups:** The property is rustic; **campers must bring their own water** for cooking, drinking, and washing.
• **No Electric Hookups:** No direct electric hookups are provided for any sites (RV or tent). Campers needing power must bring a **gas power inverter (preferred)** or a generator. Strict rules govern generator noise and shut-off times (midnight), though inverters can run through the night.
• **No Sewer/Dump Stations:** The property does **not have RV pads, water or electric hook-ups, or filling and dumping stations**. RV users must tend to all RV needs (water filling/black/gray tank dumping) before arrival and after departure at nearby local stations listed on the website.
• **Sanitation:** **Porta-potty stations** are located throughout the property for restroom needs.
• **Fire Safety:** Sites are provided with general rules for campfires, requiring **fires to be in appropriate fire pits with legs or set on pavement stones**, with a **fire extinguisher visible** at all times.
• **Pet Policy:** **Well-behaved, quiet pets** are allowed in the campgrounds, provided owners adhere to strict leash, waste cleanup, and behavior guidelines.

🌟 **Features / Highlights (Event-Centric and Rustic)**

The true highlights of Woodcock Woodlands are not its utility services but its unique atmosphere and its function as an event hub:

• **Home of Faire of Champions:** The primary feature is its status as the **dedicated campground for the Faire of Champions**, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the themed events, festivals, and after-hours entertainment.
• **Vibrant Community:** The campsite fosters a **strong community atmosphere**, particularly during event weekends, where campers share music, stories around massive bonfires (like The Bent Nail), and engage in themed fellowship.
• **Flexible and Spacious Layout:** The rustic nature allows for **large, spread-out camping areas** suitable for big groups, guilds, or those who prefer more space, which is valued by event attendees.
• **After-Hours Entertainment Access:** Campers have direct access to **late-night activities** at venues like the Hall of Thanes (the resident Viking hall) and other guild-specific entertainment along Wandering Way, which continues after the main faire closes.
• **Fantasy/Themed Camping:** The environment encourages and supports **fantasy and themed camping**, where attendees can fully live out their medieval, Viking, or sci-fi personas for the entire weekend.
• **Secluded East Texas Setting:** The surrounding **woodlands** provide natural beauty, shade, and a genuine retreat from the distractions of city life, despite the party atmosphere during events.

☎️ **Contact Information**

For inquiries regarding camping reservations, event participation, or specific rules for **Woodcock Woodlands**, please use the following contact details, noting that reservations, particularly for RVs, are often required due to limited space:

• **Address:** 4033 An County Rd 2212, Palestine, TX 75803, USA (Same address as Faire of Champions)
• **Phone Number:** (817) 739-0652 (Often directs to the management of the Faire of Champions event)
• **Email/Reservation Contact:** Contact@woodcockwoodlands.com or Contact@faireofchampions.com (as verified by public sources)

It is highly recommended that potential campers contact the management via email or visit the official event website to confirm rules and availability well in advance of their planned visit.

✔️ **What is Worth Choosing**

For Texans whose idea of camping includes **immersive entertainment and vibrant community**, **Woodcock Woodlands** is absolutely worth choosing. This campground is not for the traveler seeking luxury RV pads or silent, isolated nights; it is for the **adventurer seeking an experience**. What makes it stand out is its dual identity as a **rustic campground and a dedicated, immersive event venue**.

You choose Woodcock Woodlands when you want to be at the heart of the action, whether that’s the Faire of Champions or other themed gatherings. The ability to **walk from your tent or primitive RV site directly into a fantasy realm** and enjoy **after-hours bonfires, music, and social events** with fellow enthusiasts is an experience virtually unmatched by typical Texas campgrounds. The site’s rustic nature is a feature, not a bug, encouraging campers to be self-sufficient and fully embrace the wilderness setting, while the community rules ensure a respectful, fun environment until the quiet hours. It is the perfect choice for Texas travelers who believe the best part of camping is the **story, the community, and the adventure** found just outside their door.