Description

River Back Pack Campground is very similar to the Wind Mill Back Pack Camp except for one thing - you guessed it - it’s right by the river! This primitive site is a .8 mile trek from the parking area, has no water or toilet resource, and comes to a whopping $7 per four people per night, or, $1.75 per person.
Campsite area
Tent site
1 site
Up to 4 guests per site
Other
No wheelchair access
Essentials
Campfires allowed
Toilet available
No pets
Amenities
Potable water available
Picnic table available
No showers

Activities

Offered near the campground.

Biking

With 14 miles of biking trails, the majority single-track, Colorado Bend State Park offers something for every skill level.

Fishing

Anglers will find some of the best bass fishing in Central Texas at Colorado Bend State Park. The best time to come is in early...Read more

Hiking

Hiking at Colorado Bend State Park is something special. 32 miles of trails make up the park; try the Spicewood Springs or Gorm...Read more

Paddling

Paddling down the Colorado River by kayak or canoe is a great way to explore the beautiful canyons of Colorado Bend State Park....Read more

Swimming

Spicewood Springs in Colorado Bend State Park has a reputation for being some of the best swimming holes in the Hill Country. T...Read more

Wildlife watching

Colorado Bend State Park has a lot to offer for the bird watching enthusiast. The golden-cheeked warbler, black-capped vireo an...Read more

Terrain

Natural features you'll find at River Back Pack Campground.

Beach
Cave
Lake
River, stream, or...
Swimming hole
Waterfall
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Hipcamper Dave
Dave D.
didn't provide a recommendation.
April 3rd, 2017

Very nice if you can get a site near the gravel bar. It is impacted so choose your site carefully so you don't end up camping in a mud puddle! Shade, river, and an easy hike in all make this very worthwhile.
No potable water, No fires are allowed, No toilets, but pets are allowed as long as they are on leash. (Potable water and toilets are in the main campground.)

Hipcamper Devin
Devin B.
didn't provide a recommendation.
October 12th, 2015

The hike out to the primitive site is a gentle one, as others have said, but it is long enough to remove you from the sights and sounds of the drive-up campsites. Being located right on the river is a blessing and curse. We went over 4th of July weekend and it was hot as hell. Having the river right next to us was nice for cooling down and filtering water, saving us the need to hike it in with us. The flipside is that mosquitos and riverside bugs flocked to any source of light after the sun went down and the humidity was high.

On the whole, I still enjoyed myself a lot and this park has so many great things to offer that it's worth the trouble. Just go in ready to sweat.

Hipcamper Lisa
Lisa R.
didn't provide a recommendation.
September 30th, 2015

Primitive camp sites are slightly under a mile from the trailhead, and you must pack in all gear and water. The trail is shady and flat, so it's an easy hike for beginner back packers. Peeks of the river can be seen all along the trail, and the tail connects to other park trails that will take you to Gorman Falls. Camp sites are private and far enough apart that you will not see other campers (though you may hear them, so hopefully they are courteous).

Hipcamper Erin
Erin D.
didn't provide a recommendation.
January 27th, 2015

This camping area is about one mile away from the main campground next to the visitor center. The area is beautiful and our group were the only group in the entire area. You do have to backpack in, however the hike in is very easy and worth it to be away from the crowds.

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April 3rd, 2017
Park
Colorado Bend State Park
State
Texas
Country
United States
Phone Number
(325) 628-3240
Directions
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Official Website
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Coordinates
31.036° N, 98.445° W
$7/night
Tent Only - Hike In: 1 Site
(Up to 4 people per site)