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Camping near Hamilton Pool

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· Dripping Springs, Hays, Texas
20 acres hosted by Sheri L.
8 RV/tent sites
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This is a relaxing spot in the Hill Country to camp and enjoy the surrounding area with nearby swimming, kayaking, rock climbing, bicycle riding, and hiking on and around the Pedernales River, as well as the many restaurants, wineries, and breweries in the area. We have a variety of campsites styles ranging from cozy secluded oak groves to more open spaces for camping under the stars. Rates: $25 PER PERSON, PER NIGHT (minimum of 2 campers). Children age 3 and under are free. If bringing children, please tell us how many and their ages. Nearby Parks for hiking and swimming: HAMILTON POOL PRESERVE (1.9 mi) is open by reservation for hiking and swimming. Visits are for 3 1/2 hour blocks of time. No dogs allowed at Hamilton Pool MILTON REIMERS RANCH COUNTY PARK (2.5 mi) is nearby and is open for hiking, swimming, fishing, rock climbing, and cycling. Dogs on a leash allowed at Reimers. CASH ONLY! $5/per person, no reservation required. We love it there! WEST CAVE OUTDOOR DISCOVERY CENTER (2.6 mi) is open by reservation only for guided tours of the waterfall/cave-no swimming allowed. No dogs allowed at West Cave PEDERNALES FALLS STATE PARK (34 mi) is open by reservation only for day use hiking and swimming. Dogs on a leash allowed ENCHANTED ROCK STATE NATURAL AREA (71 mi) is open by reservation only for day use hiking on weekends and holidays. If we are not under a burn ban, BRING FIREWOOD and/or charcoal because we have fire rings and BBQ cookers at most of the sites. If we are under a burn ban, campfires (even in fire rings) are not allowed, but bring some charcoal because you may still use BBQ Cookers, which we have at each of our sites. You may also use a campstove if you wish to bring one. We have a hot/cold outdoor shower our guests are free to use.This is a relaxing spot in the Hill Country to camp and enjoy the surrounding area with parks nearby for hiking, swimming, kayaking, rock climbing, and bicycle riding on and around the Pedernales River, as well as the many restaurants, wineries, and breweries in the area. We have a variety of campsites styles ranging from cozy secluded oak groves to more open spaces for camping under the stars. Rates: $25 PER PERSON, PER NIGHT (minimum of 2 campers). Children age 3 and under are free. If bringing children, please tell us how many and their ages. If we are not under a burn ban, BRING FIREWOOD and/or charcoal because we have fire rings and BBQ cookers at most of the sites. If we are under a burn ban, campfires (even in fire rings) are not allowed, but bring some charcoal because you may still use BBQ Cookers, which we have at each of our sites. You may also use a campstove if you wish to bring one. We have a hot/cold outdoor shower our guests are free to use.  Due to some accidental trespassing onto our neighbors’ properties we can no longer allow hiking on our land. Luckily there are some gorgeous hikes at nearby parks. Nearby Parks for hiking and swimming: HAMILTON POOL PRESERVE (1.9 mi) is open by reservation for hiking and swimming. Visits are for 3 1/2 hour blocks of time. No dogs allowed at Hamilton Pool  MILTON REIMERS RANCH COUNTY PARK (2.5 mi) is nearby and is open for hiking, swimming, fishing, rock climbing, and cycling. Dogs on a leash allowed at Reimers. CASH ONLY! $5/per person, no reservation required. We love it there! WEST CAVE OUTDOOR DISCOVERY CENTER (2.6 mi) is open by reservation only for guided tours of the waterfall/cave-no swimming allowed. No dogs allowed at West Cave  PEDERNALES FALLS STATE PARK (34 mi) is open by reservation only for day use hiking and swimming.  Dogs on a leash allowed ENCHANTED ROCK STATE NATURAL AREA (71 mi) is open by reservation only for day use hiking  on weekends and holidays. **QUIET HOURS ARE BETWEEN DARK AND DAYLIGHT**Please, no loud voices or music. We hope you’ll come and see us!!
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Biking
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Hiking
Paddling
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Cave
River, stream, or creek
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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903 ratings · 684 reviews
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Daniel D.recommends
September 17, 2024
Camping near Hamilton Pool
Great birthday camping experience
Great campsite with a very helpful and friendly host
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Michael C.recommends
August 13, 2024
Camping near Hamilton Pool
Outstanding!
Absolutely perfect stay. Most welcoming hosts ever. Very accommodating. Felt very safe and private. Excellent location right up the street from hamilton pool (book a reservation beforehand). I would definitely visit again if coming through!
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Alexander K.recommends
May 27, 2024
Camping near Hamilton Pool
I loved camping here. Johnny and Sheri are nice hosts. The place is very close to a lot of nice outdoor places and you will not getting bored.
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Leah D.recommends
May 27, 2024
Camping near Hamilton Pool
The road their property is on is almost directly across from the Hamilton Pool entrance and Reimer Ranch is just down the road and beautiful. Sheri's property was so quiet and peaceful, the only noises we really heard were from nature and the donkey and dogs on their neighbor's property 😆
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Bryant C.recommends
May 26, 2024
Camping near Hamilton Pool
Sheri & Johnnie were great hosts and the camping sites were all nice. The property was relaxing and quiet. We look forward to coming back.
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Heather H.recommends
May 25, 2024
Camping near Hamilton Pool
Excellent!
Sheri and Johnny are awesome people! They truly think ahead to all of the little things that might make your stay more comfortable and they are happy to answer any question that you have! Great people, great campsites, and only minutes from Reimer!
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Dripping Springs, Hays, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Jumanos, Coahuiltecan, Nʉmʉnʉʉ Sookobitʉ (Comanche), Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Tonkawa First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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