Camping in Columbus, TX, US: 12 Best Campgrounds 2023

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Columbus

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Hidden Falls Adventure Park

572 campgrounds

Inks Lake State Park

560 campgrounds

The lower falls are a really great place to sit and listen to the peaceful sounds of the rapids!

Pedernales Falls State Park

538 campgrounds

Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

497 campgrounds

Colorado Bend State Park

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Wolf Oak Ranch. Wooded ranch

4 sites · RVs, Tents187 acres · New Ulm, Austin

Learn more about this land:70 percent wooded. Access to a pond with kayaking and fishing. Nature trails, shooting, ax throwing, horseshoes. Observe nature. From bird watching to seeing deer and wild hogs

Lucky Farm, Lucky You!

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Round Top, Austin

Lucky Farm is the back half of a 10 acre property, so is VERY secluded and peaceful. The stars are beautiful here. There is a story about how the property got its name, but you will only learn that if you ask!! Learn more about this land: A sweet hidden gem, Lucky Farm is the back 5 acres of a split 10 acre property. Once on the property, there are no roads around you, and the stars are bright, the mood is right to relax and unwind by the fire. Each site has a table and chairs for 2. The property has a central fire pit, or you may bring one of your own. With 3 primitive campsites, 2 RV Sites with hookups, and 2 "Glampers" you may see other campers, but each is strategically located to offer the maximum amount of privacy. I reside on property, but will only interact if you need something. The town of Round Top offers music, shopping, dining, and entertainment and Brenham is only 20 minutes away!

Starlove Ranch & Sanctuary

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents102 acres · Giddings, Lee

Booked 1 time

Lake Fayette RV Park

10 sites · RVsFayetteville, Fayette

Park your rv for a few days and go fishing at Lake Fayette less than a mile from Oak Thicket park boat ramp .

Booked 1 time

Riverfront Camping, close to home!

30 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Sealy, Austin

Learn more about this land:Experience the wilderness close to home. With access to the Brazos River, your camping adventures are endless. Wet your feet, go in for a dip or hang out by the edge and fish in peace. Take in the wildlife. Sometimes your lucky if you spot a wild hog, some deer, hawks, owls and much more! Take in the night sky and admire all the stars!

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The Magnolia

2 sites · Lodging1 acre · Columbus, Colorado

A peaceful campsite in the country. Our campsite is on a private 1 acre section near our residence. You can enjoy watching the wildlife or stargazing at night. On site, you will have a cozy bed, hammock swings, outdoor shower, fire pit with grill, and an outhouse. Access to the nearby creek is just minutes away. The Magnolia is a great place to escape from the city. Some of the wildlife you may see or hear are cows, squirrels, rabbits, owls, coyotes and our free range chickens. Don't worry, we don't have a rooster to wake you up. Only hens. We do ask that you give us a heads up if you plan to brings dogs so we can keep them in their coop for the day. Enjoy the stars from the hammock swings or lay a blanket out in the grass. We also allow tent camping for extra people beyond our 2 person limit for the building itself.

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Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

2 sites · Lodging, Tents165 acres · Columbus, Colorado

This is our family farm, though you probably will not see us much it is a place of great enjoyment by our family. I grew up here swimming in this creek...that creek has taught me more about life than anyone ever could.

The Midnight Retreat

2 sites · Lodging22 acres · La Grange, Fayette

Perfect for a romantic escape or solo getaway from the city, this Texas vacation rental in the Prairie and Lakes region offers a no-frills destination with modern amenities. You'll be surrounded by oak-filled woods, wildlife, and a star-filled night sky at this efficient 1-bed, 1-bath tiny home on an extremely private 22 acres.

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Colorado RiverBend Retreat

5 sites · Tents12 acres · Smithville, Bastrop

This 12.4 acres of wildlife on the Colorado River is full of so much natural beauty! 🚨🚨 PSA Please Be Advised 🚨 🚨 This Is The Country Where Folks Do Hunt And Shoot!! Although Your Completely Safe, You MAY Or May NOT Hear Gun Shots!! If You Have A FurBaby That Is Panicked And Stressed From Fireworks Popping And/Or Gunfire ( AS I DO ) It May Be Best 2 Leave Them Home,, To Prevent Any Uncomfortable Anxieties That May Occur IF there happens to be gun shots.🚨PLEASE NOTE (TP) CAN BE PURCHASED BUT IS NO LONGER PROVIDED AS WELL AS TOWEL BUNDLES. PLEASE BE MINDFUL THE PRIVATE DOCK IS THE RIVERRAT SHACK BNB GUESTS RIVER ACCESS!! Please be respectful and courteous to All Guests and their campsite's and individual spaces!! 🙏 There is an Eagles Nest directly across the river for all the birdwatchers out there! There is one of the biggest live oaks at the entrance of the property where ppl love to take photos! We stalked this property for over a year and just had to have it!! Enjoy Nature's Wild Creature's Passing Through. We Have Deer 🦌, Armadillo's, Squirrel's Owls, And Cows 🐄, And Snakes 🐍 Among Other Thing's. Wild Birds Including An Eagle 🦅, And Plenty Fish 🎣!!! Come EnjoyTheOutdoors!

Lucky Farm, Lucky You!

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Round Top, Austin

Lucky Farm is the back half of a 10 acre property, so is VERY secluded and peaceful. The stars are beautiful here. There is a story about how the property got its name, but you will only learn that if you ask!! Learn more about this land: A sweet hidden gem, Lucky Farm is the back 5 acres of a split 10 acre property. Once on the property, there are no roads around you, and the stars are bright, the mood is right to relax and unwind by the fire. Each site has a table and chairs for 2. The property has a central fire pit, or you may bring one of your own. With 3 primitive campsites, 2 RV Sites with hookups, and 2 "Glampers" you may see other campers, but each is strategically located to offer the maximum amount of privacy. I reside on property, but will only interact if you need something. The town of Round Top offers music, shopping, dining, and entertainment and Brenham is only 20 minutes away!

Starlove Ranch & Sanctuary

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents102 acres · Giddings, Lee

Riverfront Camping, close to home!

30 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Sealy, Austin

Learn more about this land:Experience the wilderness close to home. With access to the Brazos River, your camping adventures are endless. Wet your feet, go in for a dip or hang out by the edge and fish in peace. Take in the wildlife. Sometimes your lucky if you spot a wild hog, some deer, hawks, owls and much more! Take in the night sky and admire all the stars!

Wolf Oak Ranch. Wooded ranch

4 sites · RVs, Tents187 acres · New Ulm, Austin

Learn more about this land:70 percent wooded. Access to a pond with kayaking and fishing. Nature trails, shooting, ax throwing, horseshoes. Observe nature. From bird watching to seeing deer and wild hogs

Lake Fayette RV Park

10 sites · RVsFayetteville, Fayette

Park your rv for a few days and go fishing at Lake Fayette less than a mile from Oak Thicket park boat ramp .

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Lost Pines Camping

2 sites · RVs, Tents5 acres · Smithville, Bastrop

We purchased the property as a forest back in 2007. We cut down a little bit of the forest to build our house. Some of the forest burned down in the great Bastrop wildfire in 2011, but it has grown back.Native Americans once lived here. Sometimes you can find arrowheads. Learn more about this land:Lost Pines camping is located on a gravel dead end road. We are in a pine forest and have a two acre lake on the property that is good for swimming. Bastrop and Buescher State Parks are nearby and easy to access through back roads. Blackberries can be picked for a month or so in springtime. The land is a bit hilly. Downtown Bastrop and Downtown Smithville are both a ten minute drive away. There are 2 RV sites and 2 tent sites. One tent site is a hike into the forest. The other is along side of the parking area.

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JFF Ranch

1 site · Lodging12 acres · Fayette

We are located on 12 wooded acres. We have goats, sheep, pigs, chickens, and, of course, our dogs and cats. We are located approximately 12 miles from Buescher/Bastrop State Park and approximately 15 miles from Rocky Hill Ranch, a mountain bike ranch. There is kayak rental available in both Smithville and Bastrop, where you can kayak down the Colorado River. Smithville has some unique, local restaurants or you can grill at your campsite on the gas grill provided.

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Turquoise Acres Ranch

2 sites · RVs, Tents25 acres · Katy, Waller

Learn more about this land:Welcome to Turquoise Acres Ranch! Here’s a little bit about us. We are a family ran ranch located here in the heart of Katy, Texas. You may visit our location by appointment only. Our hours will vary depending on our availability. Our services are listed below: Hand feed farm animals Pack a picnic lunch Field trips Dry Camping (RV/Travel Trailer Only) Birthday Parties Pond fishing Photographer location rental Pool rental Stay up to do date with the latest farm news and events by following us on Facebook and Instagram! We look forward to seeing you on the farm soon!

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The Midnight Retreat

2 sites · Lodging22 acres · La Grange, Fayette

Perfect for a romantic escape or solo getaway from the city, this Texas vacation rental in the Prairie and Lakes region offers a no-frills destination with modern amenities. You'll be surrounded by oak-filled woods, wildlife, and a star-filled night sky at this efficient 1-bed, 1-bath tiny home on an extremely private 22 acres.

Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

2 sites · Lodging, Tents165 acres · Columbus, Colorado

This is our family farm, though you probably will not see us much it is a place of great enjoyment by our family. I grew up here swimming in this creek...that creek has taught me more about life than anyone ever could.

Colorado RiverBend Retreat

5 sites · Tents12 acres · Smithville, Bastrop

This 12.4 acres of wildlife on the Colorado River is full of so much natural beauty! 🚨🚨 PSA Please Be Advised 🚨 🚨 This Is The Country Where Folks Do Hunt And Shoot!! Although Your Completely Safe, You MAY Or May NOT Hear Gun Shots!! If You Have A FurBaby That Is Panicked And Stressed From Fireworks Popping And/Or Gunfire ( AS I DO ) It May Be Best 2 Leave Them Home,, To Prevent Any Uncomfortable Anxieties That May Occur IF there happens to be gun shots.🚨PLEASE NOTE (TP) CAN BE PURCHASED BUT IS NO LONGER PROVIDED AS WELL AS TOWEL BUNDLES. PLEASE BE MINDFUL THE PRIVATE DOCK IS THE RIVERRAT SHACK BNB GUESTS RIVER ACCESS!! Please be respectful and courteous to All Guests and their campsite's and individual spaces!! 🙏 There is an Eagles Nest directly across the river for all the birdwatchers out there! There is one of the biggest live oaks at the entrance of the property where ppl love to take photos! We stalked this property for over a year and just had to have it!! Enjoy Nature's Wild Creature's Passing Through. We Have Deer 🦌, Armadillo's, Squirrel's Owls, And Cows 🐄, And Snakes 🐍 Among Other Thing's. Wild Birds Including An Eagle 🦅, And Plenty Fish 🎣!!! Come EnjoyTheOutdoors!

Lucky Farm, Lucky You!

7 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Round Top, Austin

Lucky Farm is the back half of a 10 acre property, so is VERY secluded and peaceful. The stars are beautiful here. There is a story about how the property got its name, but you will only learn that if you ask!! Learn more about this land: A sweet hidden gem, Lucky Farm is the back 5 acres of a split 10 acre property. Once on the property, there are no roads around you, and the stars are bright, the mood is right to relax and unwind by the fire. Each site has a table and chairs for 2. The property has a central fire pit, or you may bring one of your own. With 3 primitive campsites, 2 RV Sites with hookups, and 2 "Glampers" you may see other campers, but each is strategically located to offer the maximum amount of privacy. I reside on property, but will only interact if you need something. The town of Round Top offers music, shopping, dining, and entertainment and Brenham is only 20 minutes away!

The Magnolia

2 sites · Lodging1 acre · Columbus, Colorado

A peaceful campsite in the country. Our campsite is on a private 1 acre section near our residence. You can enjoy watching the wildlife or stargazing at night. On site, you will have a cozy bed, hammock swings, outdoor shower, fire pit with grill, and an outhouse. Access to the nearby creek is just minutes away. The Magnolia is a great place to escape from the city. Some of the wildlife you may see or hear are cows, squirrels, rabbits, owls, coyotes and our free range chickens. Don't worry, we don't have a rooster to wake you up. Only hens. We do ask that you give us a heads up if you plan to brings dogs so we can keep them in their coop for the day. Enjoy the stars from the hammock swings or lay a blanket out in the grass. We also allow tent camping for extra people beyond our 2 person limit for the building itself.

Dog-friendly getaways

Booked 1 time

Riverfront Camping, close to home!

30 sites · RVs, Tents21 acres · Sealy, Austin

Learn more about this land:Experience the wilderness close to home. With access to the Brazos River, your camping adventures are endless. Wet your feet, go in for a dip or hang out by the edge and fish in peace. Take in the wildlife. Sometimes your lucky if you spot a wild hog, some deer, hawks, owls and much more! Take in the night sky and admire all the stars!

The Magnolia

2 sites · Lodging1 acre · Columbus, Colorado

A peaceful campsite in the country. Our campsite is on a private 1 acre section near our residence. You can enjoy watching the wildlife or stargazing at night. On site, you will have a cozy bed, hammock swings, outdoor shower, fire pit with grill, and an outhouse. Access to the nearby creek is just minutes away. The Magnolia is a great place to escape from the city. Some of the wildlife you may see or hear are cows, squirrels, rabbits, owls, coyotes and our free range chickens. Don't worry, we don't have a rooster to wake you up. Only hens. We do ask that you give us a heads up if you plan to brings dogs so we can keep them in their coop for the day. Enjoy the stars from the hammock swings or lay a blanket out in the grass. We also allow tent camping for extra people beyond our 2 person limit for the building itself.

Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

2 sites · Lodging, Tents165 acres · Columbus, Colorado

This is our family farm, though you probably will not see us much it is a place of great enjoyment by our family. I grew up here swimming in this creek...that creek has taught me more about life than anyone ever could.

Colorado RiverBend Retreat

5 sites · Tents12 acres · Smithville, Bastrop

This 12.4 acres of wildlife on the Colorado River is full of so much natural beauty! 🚨🚨 PSA Please Be Advised 🚨 🚨 This Is The Country Where Folks Do Hunt And Shoot!! Although Your Completely Safe, You MAY Or May NOT Hear Gun Shots!! If You Have A FurBaby That Is Panicked And Stressed From Fireworks Popping And/Or Gunfire ( AS I DO ) It May Be Best 2 Leave Them Home,, To Prevent Any Uncomfortable Anxieties That May Occur IF there happens to be gun shots.🚨PLEASE NOTE (TP) CAN BE PURCHASED BUT IS NO LONGER PROVIDED AS WELL AS TOWEL BUNDLES. PLEASE BE MINDFUL THE PRIVATE DOCK IS THE RIVERRAT SHACK BNB GUESTS RIVER ACCESS!! Please be respectful and courteous to All Guests and their campsite's and individual spaces!! 🙏 There is an Eagles Nest directly across the river for all the birdwatchers out there! There is one of the biggest live oaks at the entrance of the property where ppl love to take photos! We stalked this property for over a year and just had to have it!! Enjoy Nature's Wild Creature's Passing Through. We Have Deer 🦌, Armadillo's, Squirrel's Owls, And Cows 🐄, And Snakes 🐍 Among Other Thing's. Wild Birds Including An Eagle 🦅, And Plenty Fish 🎣!!! Come EnjoyTheOutdoors!

Starlove Ranch & Sanctuary

9 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents102 acres · Giddings, Lee

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Camping near Columbus guide

Looking for the best camping near Columbus? The area features dozens of top-rated campgrounds and places to park your RV for the night, many within a short distance of Texas hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities. Whether you want a pet-friendly campsite or a family cabin rental with wifi, check out campsite photos, tips, and reviews from other outdoor enthusiasts to plan your next camping trip near Columbus.