This is one of Texas's most popular state parks for a reason. The deep canyons, shady cypress, and towering mesas are a must-see if you’re visiting hill country.
Did we mention the river? It runs through the park for 2.9 miles—the perfect length for an afternoon float. There is also a tube shuttle available to take you to the top. No juggling multiple cars here! Just relax and let the river do the work.
When you’re done floating, check out the mega deep pools located below the dam past the main camping area. They’re less crowded than the rest of the park. You might just get lucky and have them all to yourself.
After a day on the river, stay over at one of the park’s eight campgrounds. Choose from tent sites, screened shelters, or full-on cabins. While you're there, take in some nightlife; the park holds dances
This is one of Texas's most popular state parks for a reason. The deep canyons, shady cypress, and towering mesas are a must-see if you’re visiting hill country.
Did we mention the river? It runs through the park for 2.9 miles—the perfect length for an afternoon float. There is also a tube shuttle available to take you to the top. No juggling multiple cars here! Just relax and let the river do the work.
When you’re done floating, check out the mega deep pools located below the dam past the main camping area. They’re less crowded than the rest of the park. You might just get lucky and have them all to yourself.
After a day on the river, stay over at one of the park’s eight campgrounds. Choose from tent sites, screened shelters, or full-on cabins. While you're there, take in some nightlife; the park holds dances every evening during the summer.
If you decide that you actually want to stay forever and ever, the park is always looking for volunteers. Check their website for the latest available positions.
The Rio Frio Campground has a similar set of perks to explore as their neighboring sites at Live Oak. Nearby amenities include a shower and 50-amp hook-ups. Hop on the mountain biking trail just west of your camp, or head east and toss your tube in the Frio to float the afternoon away!
Persimmons may be in season only a few months out of the year but Persimmon Hill Campground at Garner State Park is always ripe for your picking! 35 sites boasting nearby showers make up this little getaway at the northernmost tip of Garner State Park. Adventure by land and hop on the mountain biking trail just west of your camp, or head east and Read more...
OG Garner represent! The Oakmont campsites neighbor Pecan Grove in the “Old Garner" premium area of Garner State Park. These sites have a few more amenities than Pecan Grove, which could be a plus or minus in your book. Find easy access to 30-amp hook-ups, picnic tables, showers, restrooms, and the Frio River itself. Nearby amenities include a sto Read more...
OG Garner in da house! The Pecan Grove campsites make up half of what is considered the “Old Garner" premium area of Garner State Park. What sites may lack in belles and whistles as they only include a water hook-up, the Old Garner area makes up for with a nearby store and laundry, screened shelter, showers, sand volleyball, basketball courts and Read more...
Location, location, location! The River Crossing Campground sits at the heart of Garner State Park. Here, you’re steps away from the visitor’s center, a playground, dining hall, parking, 30-amp hookup, restrooms and more amenities. Play compass roulette, and you’ll find an adventure in every direction! Head south to catch a view from the scenic ov Read more...
Location, location, location! The Shady Meadows Campground sits at the heart of Garner State Park. Here, you’re steps away from the visitor’s center, a playground, dining hall, parking, 30-amp hookup, restrooms and more amenities. Play compass roulette, and you’ll find an adventure in every direction! Head south to catch a view from the scenic ove Read more...
Cypress Springs Campground is the only camp on the east side Frio River. The site is RV-friendly and has modern amenities - toilets and showers - but no electric, water or dump station. Other perks of this campground include a screened shelter, dining hall, and the Frio River just steps away! Tubular.
The Live Oak Campground has a similar set of perks to explore as their neighboring sites at Rio Frio. Nearby amenities include a shower and 50-amp hook-ups. Hop on the mountain biking trail just west of your camp, or head east and toss your tube in the Frio to float the afternoon away!
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Garner State Park
The Frio River might be cold, but its cool water is a perfect recipe for beating the summer heat.
This is one of Texas's most popular state parks for a reason. The deep canyons, shady cypress, and towering mesas are a must-see if you’re visiting hill country.
Did we mention the river? It runs through the park for 2.9 miles—the perfect length for an afternoon float. There is also a tube shuttle available to take you to the top. No juggling multiple cars here! Just relax and let the river do the work.
When you’re done floating, check out the mega deep pools located below the dam past the main camping area. They’re less crowded than the rest of the park. You might just get lucky and have them all to yourself.
After a day on the river, stay over at one of the park’s eight campgrounds. Choose from tent sites, screened shelters, or full-on cabins. While you're there, take in some nightlife; the park holds dances
This is one of Texas's most popular state parks for a reason. The deep canyons, shady cypress, and towering mesas are a must-see if you’re visiting hill country.
Did we mention the river? It runs through the park for 2.9 miles—the perfect length for an afternoon float. There is also a tube shuttle available to take you to the top. No juggling multiple cars here! Just relax and let the river do the work.
When you’re done floating, check out the mega deep pools located below the dam past the main camping area. They’re less crowded than the rest of the park. You might just get lucky and have them all to yourself.
After a day on the river, stay over at one of the park’s eight campgrounds. Choose from tent sites, screened shelters, or full-on cabins. While you're there, take in some nightlife; the park holds dances every evening during the summer.
If you decide that you actually want to stay forever and ever, the park is always looking for volunteers. Check their website for the latest available positions.
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8 campgrounds in Garner State Park
The Rio Frio Campground has a similar set of perks to explore as their neighboring sites at Live Oak. Nearby amenities include a shower and 50-amp hook-ups. Hop on the mountain biking trail just west of your camp, or head east and toss your tube in the Frio to float the afternoon away!
Persimmons may be in season only a few months out of the year but Persimmon Hill Campground at Garner State Park is always ripe for your picking! 35 sites boasting nearby showers make up this little getaway at the northernmost tip of Garner State Park. Adventure by land and hop on the mountain biking trail just west of your camp, or head east and Read more...
OG Garner represent! The Oakmont campsites neighbor Pecan Grove in the “Old Garner" premium area of Garner State Park. These sites have a few more amenities than Pecan Grove, which could be a plus or minus in your book. Find easy access to 30-amp hook-ups, picnic tables, showers, restrooms, and the Frio River itself. Nearby amenities include a sto Read more...
OG Garner in da house! The Pecan Grove campsites make up half of what is considered the “Old Garner" premium area of Garner State Park. What sites may lack in belles and whistles as they only include a water hook-up, the Old Garner area makes up for with a nearby store and laundry, screened shelter, showers, sand volleyball, basketball courts and Read more...
Location, location, location! The River Crossing Campground sits at the heart of Garner State Park. Here, you’re steps away from the visitor’s center, a playground, dining hall, parking, 30-amp hookup, restrooms and more amenities. Play compass roulette, and you’ll find an adventure in every direction! Head south to catch a view from the scenic ov Read more...
Location, location, location! The Shady Meadows Campground sits at the heart of Garner State Park. Here, you’re steps away from the visitor’s center, a playground, dining hall, parking, 30-amp hookup, restrooms and more amenities. Play compass roulette, and you’ll find an adventure in every direction! Head south to catch a view from the scenic ove Read more...
Cypress Springs Campground is the only camp on the east side Frio River. The site is RV-friendly and has modern amenities - toilets and showers - but no electric, water or dump station. Other perks of this campground include a screened shelter, dining hall, and the Frio River just steps away! Tubular.
The Live Oak Campground has a similar set of perks to explore as their neighboring sites at Rio Frio. Nearby amenities include a shower and 50-amp hook-ups. Hop on the mountain biking trail just west of your camp, or head east and toss your tube in the Frio to float the afternoon away!
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