RV Rental for Great Texas Balloon Race in Gladewater, TX
An RV rental for the Great Texas Balloon Race is the easiest way to enjoy the early-morning balloon launches and evening glows at East Texas Regional Airport without fighting Longview’s July traffic or hunting for a hotel room. Fireside RV Rental, based just up the road in Gladewater, TX, delivers travel trailers and motorhomes to campgrounds and private property across Gregg County so you can wake up close to the flight line off US-271 south of Longview. Whether you’re driving in from Tyler, Marshall, or across the I-20 corridor, we set the unit up before you arrive.
Why Rent an RV for the Great Texas Balloon Race
The Great Texas Balloon Race runs its competitive flights and night-glow shows at the East Texas Regional Airport (GGG) on the south side of Longview, and the best hot-air balloon action happens at dawn and just after sunset. That schedule makes a comfortable, air-conditioned base nearby a real advantage in July, when East Texas mornings start humid and afternoons climb into the mid-90s. Instead of a long pre-dawn drive from a hotel in Tyler or Marshall, an on-site or nearby RV lets you roll out of bed and watch the balloons inflate. For a balloon festival RV rental in Texas, staying close to the Piney Woods venue beats the heat and the parking crush.
Where RVs Park and Camp for the Balloon Race
On-site general parking at the airport handles day visitors, but for overnight Great Texas Balloon Race camping you’ll want a real hookup site nearby. Popular options within a short drive of the GGG venue include:
- Lake Gladewater RV Park — west off US-80 near Gladewater, an easy run back toward the airport for early launches
- Lake o’ the Pines (Brushy Creek and Buckhorn Creek) — Corps of Engineers sites northeast via US-271 toward Jefferson
- Martin Creek Lake State Park — south past Kilgore near Tatum, a quiet lakeside option off TX-43
- Tyler State Park — west toward Tyler off US-271, shaded loblolly-pine sites if you don’t mind the drive on I-20
- Caddo Lake State Park — farther east toward Karnack for cypress-lined paddling between balloon sessions
- Longview-area RV parks — several full-hookup parks along US-80 and the I-20 corridor put you minutes from the airport
Many of these campgrounds along Lake o’ the Pines and the East Texas state parks book solid for Great Texas Balloon Race weekend, so reserve your site first, then arrange your RV.
RV Delivery to Your Balloon Race Campsite
We handle RV delivery for the balloon race so you never tow a thing. Tell us your reserved site at Lake Gladewater RV Park, Martin Creek Lake, Lake o’ the Pines, or a private lot near the Longview airport, and our team delivers, levels, and connects the unit at the hookups available there. After the final Sunday flight, we return to break it all down. Learn how the process works on our RV delivery page, or start from our home page to see the fleet.
Choosing the Right RV for Your Group
Couples and small families heading to the Longview balloon race often pick a travel trailer dropped at a hookup site, while larger groups or those wanting more living space lean toward a motorhome. Equipment, floor plans, and what comes with each unit vary by location, so contact our Gladewater team for the full list of available RVs, current pricing, and what’s included with the model you want for balloon race weekend.
July Weather in East Texas
The Great Texas Balloon Race lands in mid-summer, and Gregg County in July means high humidity, daytime highs in the low-to-mid 90s, and the chance of a pop-up afternoon thunderstorm rolling through the Piney Woods. Balloon pilots fly in the calmer, cooler air at sunrise and dusk, which is exactly when you’ll appreciate an RV’s air conditioning between sessions. Pack for heat, bring bug spray for the lakeside campgrounds, and keep an eye on the forecast for those evening storms.
Book Your Balloon Race RV
Call 903-991-0701 or email [email protected] to reserve your RV for the Great Texas Balloon Race. Have your campground name and dates ready, and we’ll confirm availability and delivery to your site near Longview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you deliver an RV to a campground near the East Texas Regional Airport?
Yes. We deliver to area campgrounds such as Lake Gladewater RV Park, Lake o’ the Pines, and Martin Creek Lake State Park, as well as private property near the GGG venue in Longview. Reserve your campsite first, then give us the location and your hookup details so we can set everything up before you arrive.
When should I book my RV for the Great Texas Balloon Race?
Book as early as you can. Balloon race weekend draws crowds to Longview every July, and the better lakeside sites at Lake o’ the Pines and the East Texas state parks fill months ahead. Once your campsite is locked in, contact us right away to confirm an RV is available for those dates.
What’s included with the RV?
Inclusions, packages, and equipment vary by location and by the specific unit you rent. Rather than assume, call us at 903-991-0701 or email [email protected] and we’ll give you the full equipment list and pricing for the RV you’re considering for the balloon race.
How far is the venue from the campgrounds you serve?
It depends on which site you choose. Longview-area RV parks along US-80 and I-20 put you within minutes of the airport, while Lake Gladewater RV Park is a short drive west via US-80. Lake o’ the Pines and Martin Creek Lake are farther out toward the lakes, and Tyler State Park or Caddo Lake mean a longer morning drive — worth weighing against those early sunrise launches.
Do I have to tow or drive the RV myself?
No. Our delivery service means you don’t tow or drive anything. We bring the RV to your reserved spot, level it, connect it at the available hookups, and return after the final flights to remove it. You just show up and enjoy the balloons.
