July 4th RV Trip to Dallas, Tyler TX & 9-Screen Drive-In!

By Traveling with Brett & Emmy | Aug 17, 2025
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We spent an unforgettable *July 4th weekend at Purtis Creek State Park—a peaceful, lakeside escape just 1 hour from Dallas! After camping under the stars, we road-tripped to Tyler, TX to revisit West Tyler RV Park (where I stayed for 3 months) and picked up a *much-needed front jack for our trailer. Fueled by *Rudy’s BBQ brisket, we hiked Purtis Creek’s trails, relaxed by the water, and capped the night at the Galaxy Drive-In Theatre (with 9 screens!). Finally, we celebrated my daughter’s birthday in Dallas—making memories all weekend long!


📍 Featured Stops:

- Purtis Creek State Park (RV camping, fishing, and lakeside views)

- Tyler, TX: West Tyler RV Park + RV supply run

- Rudy’s Country Store & BBQ (Texas-sized portions!)

- Galaxy Drive-In Theatre (largest in Texas?)

- Dallas family celebration


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