Living Near Gatesville, TX
Head west on Hwy 36 from the park and you are in Coryell County. Gatesville is small-town Texas: a courthouse square, a rodeo, and a short commute to the west side of Fort Hood.
Quick Answer
Gatesville, TX sits about 30 minutes west of Journey's RV Park on State Hwy 36. It is the Coryell County seat, home to state correctional facilities and small-town amenities, and a practical base for work on the west side of Fort Hood.
What Gatesville offers
- Coryell County seat with a historic square
- State correctional facilities, a major regional employer
- Small-town schools and community events
- Direct straight-shot access on State Hwy 36
- Quieter and less expensive than the I-35 corridor
Why RVers stay at Journey's instead
RV options west of Temple are limited, and a 30-minute drive on Hwy 36 is an easy, uncongested commute. Staying at Journey's keeps you within 15 minutes of Temple's hospitals and shopping while still reaching Gatesville quickly.
The drive
State Hwy 36 is a two-lane rural highway west of the park — open country, few lights, and no interstate traffic. It is one of the more pleasant commutes in the region.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Gatesville from Journey's RV Park?
About 30 minutes west on State Hwy 36.
Is Gatesville in Bell County?
No, Gatesville is the county seat of Coryell County, just west of Bell County.
Is the commute difficult?
No. State Hwy 36 is a direct, low-traffic rural route from the park.