Private sites camping near Canyon Lake
Let the Guadalupe River guide you through quaint Hill Country towns.
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3 Dry Wells Ranch
6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents110 acres · Blanco, TX
We welcome you to come enjoy the beautiful outdoors and dark sky on a scenic 110 acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country. Our family has lived and cared for this unique property since 1976 and we are still here today. We are conveniently located in Blanco, Texas less that 50 miles from either San Antonio or Austin and in the heart of the Texas wine country. Our campsites are next to a spring feed tributary creek which flows year around feeding into the Blanco River just a few miles away or hillside with amazing views of the river valley. You will enjoy the babbling creek, miles of hiking and biking trails, cooling off in the creek, scenic hilltop views, solitude, bold sunrises and sunsets, and a brilliant night sky. We have numerous old growth hardwood trees including Live Oaks, Spanish oaks, Elm, Escarpment Cherry, Black walnut, and Ashe Juniper (cedar) one of which has the largest circumference in Texas. We have a wide selection of native and migratory wildlife that calls this place home including white tail deer, wild turkeys, foxes, bobcats, jack rabbits, road runners, seasonal songbirds and butterflies. We are just minutes away from Blanco State Park and a short drive to Pedernales Falls or Guadalupe River State Park.
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Secluded Guadalupe River Spot
4 sites · RVs, Tents12 acres · Gonzales, TX
These are unique camping spots along the Guadalupe River. I didn’t exactly understand how unique until I started getting feedback from my campers.
The surrounding scenery will lower your blood pressure and do wonders to let you reconnect with nature. Sit back and close your eyes late in the evening and listen to all the wildlife talking to each other. There is faint traffic noise from 90A about a 1/3 of a mile away but it calms down after 7 or so.
Currently no amenities but I am in the plans for some portable bathrooms. Please be prepared to cover all your bathroom and cooking needs. I do have some good clean well water from a faucet on the way into the campgrounds.
Campfires are permitted.
There is a convenience store (Diamond A) with clean bathrooms and a great bbq just 5 miles to the west on 90A and a Walmart and HEB 10 miles to the east on 90A. No dogs over 20 pounds on sites 1 and 2 but sites 3 and 4 are great areas to bring your high-energy dogs. No matter the size or temperament of your pets you are always expected to have them under your control at ALL times. I have very small livestock on the area on occasion.
I am almost always on the property and try to have my phone with me while campers are on site, just let me know what you need and I will do what I can to accommodate you.
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The Charmadillo: Glamping Resort
29 sites · Lodging, Tents44 acres · Center Point, TX
A getaway tucked deep into 44 magical acres of rolling hills. 10 minutes outside of Center Point, Texas. Tucked into the top of a beautiful valley, where hills rule supreme! While on the property spend your time enjoying the rugged trails, bird watching, dark night skies, and the quiet. Don't forget to take advantage of our communal amenities including stock tank pools, sauna and outdoor shower!
Currently we have 7 A-frame cabins to rent as well as dispersed camping sites! If you're interested in booking the whole property for your group shoot us a message!
We have many communal spaces that are available for all guests to use!
*We ask that guests clean up after themselves in the communal spaces during their stay. Allowing all guests to have access to a clean and welcoming space!*
SHOWER HOUSE
-4 private stalls: Shower + Toilet + Vanity
*Dr.Bronner’s body wash will be provided in each shower
KITCHEN:
-Equipment: 4 burner range + convection oven + refrigerator + freezer + toaster + kettle + pour over cones
-Tools: pots and pans + bakeware + measuring tools +cooking utensils + colander + can opener + wine opener
-Pantry: olive oil + butter + salt + pepper
-Breakfast: Birch Benders pancake mix (gluten free available) + syrup + oatmeal
STOCK TANK POOLS
-2 8 foot stock tank pools open 24/7
-Get your soak on and take in the views!
SAUNA + OUTDOOR SHOWER
-Sauna hours will be listed in checkin details.
-The outdoor shower is not heated. It is intended for a quick refreshing rinse off, whether to cool down after the sauna or kick off your day with a rejuvenating start!
THE DEN**
A communal indoor space with Wifi, tables and couches. Think of a hotel lobby sort of vibe. You can also find games as well as books on plant ID and history of the area. (Found in the first bay of the garage)
THE DUGOUT**
A covered open air space appointed with twinkle lights and picnic tables. Intended for shaded outdoor hang space. We ask that tent campers cook there if they choose to use their own camp stoves. (Found in the open bay of the garage)
The Charmadillo is a great base to explore the area! About an hour from Lost Maples, Garner State Park and Enchanted Rock. About 35 minutes to Hill Country State Natural Area. Various access points to the Guadalupe river via Center Point and Kerrville. With the addition of wineries, honkytonks, and charming bars and restaurants throughout the region.
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Twisted Oaks
31 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents20 acres · San Marcos, TX
. Twisted Oaks is located on 20 acres of tree lined Texas Hill Country nestled in the heart of San Marcos. I've been here over 35 years. I work on my property and from my property. My shop is away from campsites but is ON the property. If seeing a tractor while you are hiking around offends you somehow this may not be a good choice. I have taken a lot of care and pride in my work on twisted oaks.
We have 10-15 campsites all named after the colors in a rainbow. We offer rentals of kayaks, coleman camp stoves, triple burner propane very large, mr buddy propane heaters jackery 1000 watt and bluetti 600 watt solar generators or a tent if this your first time. payment for extras can be cash or Venmo. If you have any special needs please feel free to contact me. thanks and hope to see you soon. to reduce impact on our property we limit the vehicles to 1 per site any extra vehicle is $5 smalls $7 trucks. This fee is used to do mulching and road repairs to keep things smooth. If you decide to change dates there will be a $25- $50 fee based on your total booking
We sell seasoned oak and juniper hardwood. We are a small microbusiness and would really appreciate if you purchase wood here rather than at a large box store. It is your choice but just so you know you will get twice the wood for maybe half the price. We sell a large wheelbarrow load for $20 or half load for $10. Kindling is gratis.
Please check the weather forecast before booking. Texas weather can change on a dime. Also if it is raining in Austin or San Antonio it may be bone dry here. We can not be responsible for the weather or your selection of gear. I prefer winter camping with a nice fire and a cup of coffee. We have invested in clothing and gear to withstand below freezing temps.
When campers book we go through a routine to make sure all sites are ready for YOU. There are times were we have had to change or modify our plans to accommodate our "guests" . Changing dates will incur a small fee. Please be fair. Our cancellation policy is strict and it it set as such to protect campers and host alike.
We set a high standard for our camp but this is to ensure that all campers will have a great experience. Pay attention to the rules. Using common sense is what we ask. Treat our property as you would have us treat your place...it's really that simple. Hope this does not scare you away. Read the reviews and you will see the common thread is that we are nice helpful folks. See you soon!
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Hill Country Nature Retreat
8 sites · Lodging38 acres · Blanco, TX
My husband and I have built 100% of our homestead ourselves, with no hired help and we try to use as much recycled materials as possible. We utilize some solar power and capture 100% of our water from the rain, for an eco friendly experience. In addition to our rentals, we also built a run a small event/retreat center where folks host retreats, weddings, workshops, and more!
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Memmie’s Farm
48 sites · RVs, Tents30 acres · Bandera, TX
Memmie’s Farm is a special 30 acres just outside of Bandera, TX on the Medina River! We hope bring love and energy to this beautiful piece of family property by opening it up to visitors who embrace the outdoors.
At the designated tent camping sites, you will find oak groves that provide opportunities for shade. The RV sites are in a picturesque field that provides excellent views of the sunset. The field leads down to incredible cypress trees lining the Medina River. We also have a primitive camping area down by the river that requires you to park in a parking area and walk to you preferred camping spot.
If you are looking for solitude and untouched nature, this is the place for you. The comforts of Bandera are conveniently only a 5 minute drive away. We are located less than 2 miles from Bandera City Park!
At this time, all sites are completely dry. We do have porta-potties available. RV sites are boondocking only (no water or electric at this time.)
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Haby Ranch
336 sites · RVs, Tents1100 acres · Lake Medina Shores, TX
Come enjoy over 1000 acres of a 3500 acre Texas ranch. Perfect for fossil hunting, biking, hiking, stargazing, and exploring the great outdoors. Depending on rain and current water levels, you can also enjoy creeks, swimming holes, and waterfalls. Unplug and make memories sure to last a lifetime. Located 10 miles from Bandera, Cowboy Capital of the World.
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J-D Ranch Texas
11 sites · Tents150 acres · Lakehills, TX
We are about 150 acres of the beautiful Texas hill country. There are lots of natural trails throughout the property to hike. There is a wonderful creekbed that is fun to explore when it's dry and a special treat when it's wet. There is a hill with a view that goes on for miles. The Cowboy Capital of the World (Bandera, Tx) is only a short drive from our ranch.
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281 Country Club
40 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · San Antonio, TX
We created this site to try to do most outdoor entertainment
options available in the same spot in this big town of
South San Antonio, TX right outside the city limits off Hwy 281 inside Loop 1604
All types of camping are allowed: Tents, cars, trailers, RV & Motorhomes, Vans and truck campers, Multiple groups and pets allowed.
Our 20 acre, 40 site campground is big enough for large groups and events for any Country Life and Entertainment.
Great to do events, concerts, country music, mariachi, banda, rallys, family reunions, church retreat or just a quick getaway.
Lots of activities and amenities available: Camping Tent/RV, Biking, Offroad OHV, Climbing, BBQ, Grilling, Relaxing, Party, Offroading.
Family atmosphere, whether you want Quiet and Peaceful or Loud and Adventurous filled with adrenaline... go 4x4 Mudding, Off-roading riding your Jeep, Truck or any 4x4 vehicle. Trails for your ATV / UTV / Polaris RZR / CanAm / Dirt Bike / 4-Wheeler / Bicycle
Large and open primitive RV Spots by the entrance
Beautiful view of the sunset, stars, moon, pond, trees. Firewood is available for sale
Camping in the middle of the ATV Track if you're bringing your bikes
There are lots of attractions, Parks and historical sites super close
If the San Antonio Spurs
are playing, want to go see a movie, the Rodeo
is going on, or other events, the AT&T Center
and Alamodome
are right around the corner
For food there's Uber Eats and other food delivery platforms that come here, plus there's lots of Restaurants, HEB, Wal Mart
and gas stations within 10 minutes
Learn more about this land:
Country Life and Entertainment in
South San Antonio inside 1604.
4x4 Mudding
ATV / UTV / Dirt Bike Trails
Grilling, Events, Concerts
Primitive Camping Tent/RV
If you'd like to camp next to the river,
it's 1/2 mile south of main entrance.
Port-a-Potty next to Red Tiny House
Campsite Details by Spot #:
*Area A - Creekside*
1-5 Mesquite Tree & Grill
*Area B - ATV Track*
6-9 Mesquite Tree and Grill
10-15 Mesquite Tree
*Area C - Pond*
16 Pecan Tree and Grill
17-18 Palm Tree
*Area D - Entrance Road*
19-25 Any RV, no leveling needed
*Area E - RV Park*
26-30 Any RV, no leveling needed,
water faucet available in this section
*Area F - River*
No RV's or wheelchair
Need to hike down to River
31-36 River Area
37-40 River Front
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Habitable Spaces
15 sites · Tents81 acres · Kingsbury, TX
Habitable Spaces is a non-profit arts and agriculture organization that hosts artists, natural builders, farmers and makers of all kinds during our Fall residency program. We promote small farmers and producers, and host a monthly farm to table full moon dinner at pop-ups around the South Central Texas area. The non-profit was founded by Alison and Shane Heinemeier, who moved back to family land after living and working as artists in New York City for many years.
During the off season, and when cabins are available, they can be rented. Each one is unique, and built from salvage and construction cast offs. The property has art installations by several artists from around the world. These installations can be found in and on the structures, and around the forested property.
There are four primitive campsites designated on the property, and 5 cabins that can be rented. Those who rent the cabins also have access to the common house, that holds a kitchen, dining area and lounge.
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Game court, covered patio, fire pit
3 sites · RVs4 acres · Johnson City, TX
Come live The Hye Life!
Welcome to our property located in Hye, at the beginning of the Texas Wine Trail. French Connection Wines is right next door and the renowned William Chris Vineyards is just 1 mile away. Not to be missed is the Garrison Brother's Bourbon Distillery, less than a mile down the street – you could even walk to all three!
Our property features a shared, covered outdoor patio with a games court for corn hole, checkers, and bocce (checkers, boards and balls provided), gas fire pit, and a gas grill for those cooler nights. The patio is lighted with cafe lights.
One of the RV slips is covered, while the other is nestled under a charming burr oak tree. On-site, we also offer a rental cabin. The covered RV slip is equipped with 30 and 50 amps, the other hookup is 50 amp, both have their own water and clean out connections.
Our property uses rain water recapture. Please conserve water when you can when cooking, washing up and cleaning. No washing of cars or RVs is allowed.
Please note that there might be other guests staying on the property during your visit. Kindly be considerate of noise levels and how it may impact the experience of fellow guests. You may also be sharing amenities such as the grill, deck, outdoor kitchen, and games court.
We welcome dogs, but it is your responsibility to manage their interactions with other guests' pets. Due to potential gaps or larger openings in the fencing, we recommend keeping your dog on a leash.
The owners live on the far side of the property. The rest of the property is left natural for wildlife, so expect uneven terrain, tall grasses, and yes sometimes scorpions, spiders and snakes along with deer, armadillo, wild turkeys, and lots of songbirds.
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B2 Hideaway
16 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Canyon Lake, TX
The lake was intended to serve primarily as a reservoir for the city of San Antonio, but it had the secondary effect of transforming the economy of Comal County. Even before the lake was filled, construction had begun on dozens of new subdivisions along the 60-mile lakefront and in the hills around it. By the mid-1980s, more than 80 new neighborhoods had been built, and the little ranching communities of Sattler and Startzville had become thriving commercial centers serving tourists from nearby Austin and San Antonio. The full-time population of the lake area was estimated at 12-16,000, and many thousands more were in the area on weekends.
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Private sites camping near Canyon Lake guide
Overview
To really understand Texas Hill Country, you have to get away from the buzzy metropolitan areas and escape to the rugged limestone cliffs carved by the majestic Guadalupe River. Canyon Lake is a quintessential Hill Country destination, with its beauty on display for hikers, swimmers, and tubers—and one of the best ways to experience it is on a camping trip. Make Canyon Lake your home base with day trips to nearby attractions like Natural Bridge Caverns and quaint small towns to make the most of your time.
Where to go
New Braunfels
Like nearby Fredericksburg, small towns like New Braunfels and Gruene (pronounced “Green”) embrace their German heritage through cuisine and holiday traditions. Gruene is home to one of Texas’s oldest dance halls, still hosting live music and dancing, while New Braunfels offers another beautiful spring-fed river, the Comal River, which delights throngs of tubers on summer weekends.
Wimberley
Wimberley mixes creativity and nature, serving as the homebase of many singer-songwriters. You can snag some great locally made finds during Wimberley Market Days on the first Saturday of each month between March through December, but even better, you’ll find some of the most Instagrammed Texas swimming holes near Wimberley: Jacob’s Well and Blue Hole, both refreshing swimming spots with green-blue water beckoning visitors to go for a dip.
When to go
To get the most out of your outdoor itinerary in Canyon Lake, we recommend visiting from March through November. Summer temperatures can be quite high in Hill Country, but it’s the best time for tubing down the Guadalupe River. Spring and fall are ideal for camping and hiking, while winter months can also be quite mild as well, aside from the errant cold snap. During the holidays, it’s fun to explore the multicultural traditions of San Antonio and the small Hill Country towns.
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