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Laf ranch

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· Medina, Bandera, Texas

1100 acres hosted by Fritz F.

1 lodging site · 26 RV/tent sites · 2 tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Fritz is a Star Host

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Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

1100 acres of gorgeous natural land at the headwaters of the Medina River. Crystal clear and clean spring feed water. Fourth-generation family owners. Remote camping. Very private with plenty of varied terrain for hiking swimming, tubing, biking or just hanging out in a hammock enjoying the breeze and peace and quiet. About 2 miles as a crow flies from Lost Maples State Park. You drive through a 13,000-acre ranch to get to us. We are at the end of a dead-end road with one way in and one way out. NO FISHING Free firewood for use during your stay and can make a good deal if you want to take some home! As our topo map shows we have a wide variety of terrain ranging from steep cliffs with huge views to shady canyons. The river cuts through the middle of the place and is surrounded by four hills that each have their unique characteristics ranging from flat oak-covered to rocky steep ridges. I guarantee you will find beauty all around. We do have a couple of fun areas to try your 4-wheel drive out. Please dont make your own....stay on trails. There are plenty of places to swim. When the Ladder is reserved, you may not swim there. Please be respectful. We have approximatley 1.5 miles of both sides of the river so plenty of places to swim. It varies a lot in depth and width over the ranch. Every camp spot has access to all the swimming holes except the ladder when it is booked. The main swimming holes are-- 1. Below the Green Cabin 2. Another my brother likes that has a cypress tree submerged you can sit on he calls the 1000 waterfalls 3. What we call the big pond which has the beginnings of a zip line if i can re-engineer how i have it tied on the opposite bank..right now its not high enough on the opposite bank. The goal is to zip line from one bank to the opposite and drop into the water...about 150 ft. It may or may not stay once we try it out...dont anyone getting hurt...But I think zip lines are a blast and we need to do a few rope swings into the water too! If you would like to see a video from a camper see below https://youtu.be/OydUiRVi8V8 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jH09fJLR0dE

Activities

Biking

Hiking

Paddling

Swimming

Natural features

River, stream, or creek

Swimming hole

Waterfall

Canyon

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94 ratings · 81 reviews

Billy H.recommends

October 21, 2024

The Ladder Swimming Hole

Ladder Swimming Hole

The place was great. We stayed at the Ladder Swimming Hole site. As the name states, there was a ladder down to the ice cold river that you could swim in. We explored the rest of the ranch and the ridge campsite looked amazing.

Carlos M.recommends

October 16, 2024

The Ridge

Overlanders Delight.

We stayed up on the ridge at Laf Ranch. Beautiful scenery with several water crossings to get there. Our overland trip for the night was awesome. Heard many animal “calls” throughout the night. Sunrise was just the icing on the cake. I would definitely come back!

Stephen G.recommends

October 16, 2024

The Ridge

A fully immersed, 360 degree, remote, nature experience. The incredible views, the sounds, it is the total package. This site is fully remote, bring everything you think you may need. If you want fully remote and no people, you can have it…. If you want to check out Kerrville, bandera, and other towns, they are not far away. We are planning our second trip.

Esteban A.recommends

October 15, 2024

The Green Cabin

Perfect camping experience

Fritz land was absolutely gorgeous. It had some unique and private campsites. The road to the property was a fun experience itself crossing several shallow river crossings. Staying at the green cabin was like taking a step back in time with all its rustic characteristics. Taking a dip in the swimming holes with our dogs was one of the funniest parts. With no main road for miles, it makes for the ultimate peaceful camping experience.

Zachary L.recommends

October 15, 2024

The Ladder Swimming Hole

We absolutely loved camping at the ladder. It was beautiful, very private, and really let us get away from it all. The swimming hole was crystal clear, and we really enjoyed snorkeling around it to check out the fish. We're already looking forward to visiting again!

Jonathan G.recommends

October 14, 2024

Big Pond Tent Site

I loved tent camping on Fritz land the view was amazing having the lake right there was amazing, the directions to the camp site were really strait forward and easy to follow especially the drive up was out of this world definitely would be coming back!

Location

Medina, Bandera, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Jumanos, Coahuiltecan, Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking