Wichita Falls Council Approved New RV Park Site
The city council unanimously rezoned 11.13 acres to allow for the construction of a new RV campground.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Camping
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The Wichita Falls City Council voted 7-0 to rezone a section of land on Huntington Lane from residential to commercial use. The approved area is slated to become an RV park featuring approximately 100 pad sites and various amenities.
Why it matters
The project owners chose the site for its direct access to U.S. 287, aiming to provide convenient accommodations for travelers. The rezoning allows for a full range of recreational facilities, including laundry, play areas, and a dog run, without requiring municipal funding.
The development plan for the 11.13-acre site includes 100 RV pads and support facilities like laundry and office space. City officials confirmed that the nearest residence is located 1,200 feet from the property line.
The players
Wichita Falls City Council
This governing body is responsible for making legislative decisions and managing zoning ordinances for the city of Wichita Falls.
Madison and Curry Kunkel
These individuals are the property owners proposing the development of the RV park project on Huntington Lane.
The details
Property owners Madison and Curry Kunkel will manage the site, which sits on a portion of their 62-acre parcel. Although five neighboring property owners received notification of the proposal, only two submitted opposition to the change.
Timeline
The Wichita Falls City Council approved the rezoning request on October 7, 2026.
The next city council meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2026.
Culture Shift
This project reflects a broader push to modernize roadside amenities by capitalizing on the rising popularity of nomadic, long-term travel. By securing commercial zoning near major highways, the developers align with current industry efforts to meet the demand for high-capacity campgrounds.
Nearby residents should be aware that the land designation has shifted to commercial, potentially increasing traffic flow from U.S. 287 to the Huntington Lane area. The project is designed to provide new facilities for RV travelers rather than residential housing for locals.
The takeaway
This rezoning marks the first major hurdle cleared for the Kunkel RV park project. Interested residents should track future Planning and Zoning Commission agendas for the upcoming conditional use permit hearings.
What happens next
The applicants must next secure a conditional use permit for the project from the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Further reading
For more on regional travel and outdoor lodging, visit the Wichita Falls Camping section.
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