The best bell tent rentals in Lake Travis

Arguably the most popular of the Hill Country lakes, Lake Travis is a natural playground for Austinites. Stretching along the Colorado River from Hudson Bend to Pace Bend Park, this sprawling recreation area has everything you need for a summer vacation. Take to the water to swim, boat, or kayak, have fun at the water park and zipline course, or play a game of golf by the lakeside before checking out the lakefront restaurants and cocktail bars. Campers have options, whether you prefer an RV resort with full amenities, an eco glampsite, or a quiet tent site at Arkansas Bend or Windy Point parks.

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Arguably the most popular of the Hill Country lakes, Lake Travis is a natural playground for Austinites. Stretching along the Colorado River from Hudson Bend to Pace Bend Park, this sprawling recreation area has everything you need for a summer vacation. Take to the water to swim, boat, or kayak, have fun at the water park and zipline course, or play a game of golf by the lakeside before checking out the lakefront restaurants and cocktail bars. Campers have options, whether you prefer an RV resort with full amenities, an eco glampsite, or a quiet tent site at Arkansas Bend or Windy Point parks.

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1. 3 Dry Wells Ranch

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6 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Blanco, TX

We welcome you to come enjoy the beautiful outdoors and dark sky on a scenic 110 acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country. Our family has lived and cared for this unique property since 1976 and we are still here today. We are conveniently located in Blanco, Texas less that 50 miles from either San Antonio or Austin and in the heart of the Texas wine country. Our campsites are next to a spring feed tributary creek which flows year around feeding into the Blanco River just a few miles away or hillside with amazing views of the river valley. You will enjoy the babbling creek, miles of hiking and biking trails, cooling off in the creek, scenic hilltop views, solitude, bold sunrises and sunsets, and a brilliant night sky. We have numerous old growth hardwood trees including Live Oaks, Spanish oaks, Elm, Escarpment Cherry, Black walnut, and Ashe Juniper (cedar) one of which has the largest circumference in Texas. We have a wide selection of native and migratory wildlife that calls this place home including white tail deer, wild turkeys, foxes, bobcats, jack rabbits, road runners, seasonal songbirds and butterflies. We are just minutes away from Blanco State Park and a short drive to Pedernales Falls or Guadalupe River State Park.

2. Ranch 3232

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31 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Johnson City, TX

Ranch 3232 offers unique Texas Hill Country lodging with cabin rentals, air-conditioned glamping tents, RV sites, camping sites, and even a gypsy wagon—situated 1.5 miles from Pedernales Falls State Park and midway between Dripping Springs and Johnson City. We are Dog Friendly and Family Friendly with Amenities that include fire pits, a community kitchen, picnic tables, bath house, laundry facilities, and a perfect ridge for stunning sunsets. Journey down the Hill Country Wine Trail and experience the activities and attractions nearby: Pedernales Falls State Park Lyndon B. Johnson Nat’l Historical Park Hamilton Pool Preserve Blanco State Park Exotic Resort Zoo Texas Hill Country Olive Co. Johnson City Science Mill Twisted X Brewing Company Deep Eddy Vodka Distillery Texas Hills Vineyard Bell Springs Winery Treaty Oak Distilling Ranch Texas Hill Country Olive Co. 12 Fox Brewing Beerburg Brewing

3. Sound Ground

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14 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Blanco, TX

Sound Ground is a woman-owned operation rooted in land stewardship, community, creative expression, and planet-minded living. Set on 10 acres in central Texas, we currently offer immersive camping opportunities and are working to expand into event hosting, musical collaborations, education, and local agrarian offerings. Built upon an ethos that connects human well-being with the health of our planet, Sound Ground welcomes travelers, outdoor enthusiasts, city-worn individuals, and creative communities who seek a genuine connection with nature and one another. Kasey is Sound Ground's visionary and founder, but the vision has been and always will be powered by the community it serves to support. Join us in soaking up the magic of this space for a night or 3, and feel free to inquire about longer term stays.

4. The 2X4 Farm

1 site · Lodging · Austin, TX

Enjoy luxury tent living in the heart of Austin’s 78704 just 2 miles from Zilker Park and downtown. Nestled on 2 acres under 40+ pecan trees and a 500 year old oak tree, you will enjoy an air-conditioned tent furnished with a full size bed with a luxury mattress and bedding. With private access to a full bath and kitchenette/gym, you can step out of the fully enclosed/gated property to explore Austin or just relax in a hammock. We live in the house and will be on site during your stay. Also, we have working gardens where produce is harvested each week for sale to local restaurants. The gym/kitchenette/bathroom, [31 seconds/47 steps away from the tent] will be exclusively yours during your stay. We have one small dog who is typically inside. We also have 2 barn cats that often wander the property.

5. Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres

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1 site · Lodging · Mc Dade, TX

Learn more about this land: Come stay at our intentional community homestead 40 mins east of Austin Texas. We have people working and living together to reach our sustainability goals together. Our lotus tent has an epic view of the stocked pond. Enjoy the spaciousness of this 40 acres farm. Check out the gardens, visit the livestock and soak in the salt water jacuzzi! Just 15 miles you have Bastrop State Park. It's towering loblolly pines are unique to this part of Texas. A walk through the park reveals majestic trees that have survived and regrown from the ravages of forest fires—some of which devastated the park and the surrounding community years ago, but in the end revealed the area's resilience and beauty of nature. Located just 32 miles east of Austin near the charming town of Bastrop, this park offers a seasonally open swimming pool, fishing in Lake Mina, and miles of hiking trails Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them.

6. The Juniper Ranch & Retreat

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9 sites · Lodging · Canyon Lake, TX

Need a change of scenery? Come enjoy a few fun days on the lake and comfortable nights among the stars in a luxurious bell tent at The Juniper Ranch & Retreat.The Juniper is situated between Austin and San Antonio in picturesque Texas Hill Country, only minutes from beautiful Canyon Lake.We're conveniently located within 5-10 mins of several boat ramps and parks on the lake, as well as a golf course, wineries and many other attractions. In addition to the many fun activities to do on Canyon Lake, The Juniper is within 15-30 mins of numerous Guadalupe River tubing and rafting sites, Whitewater Amphitheater and Gruene Hall, Natural Bridge Caverns and Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo, and more.The Juniper is also conveniently located within 30 mins of New Braunfels, Wimberley and Gruene, and an hour of San Antonio, Austin and Fredericksburg.For more info, find us on FB and Insta: @thejuniperranchandretreat

7. Hill Country Micro-Farm Glamping

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4 sites · Lodging · Fischer, TX

Our 16' Bell Tents sleep 2-4ppl unless you book all 4 sites and you can sleep up to 16ppl~ Our private backyard glampsite is located on one acre of beautiful oaks in a dark sky community. Sit by the fire as you gaze up at the Milky Way. We have 13 chickens and a pig! Guests can enjoy fresh eggs daily, when available. Located-10 minutes from Canyon Lake -20 minutes from Wimberley, San Marcos and Blanco. Wynona’s is perfectly situated to some of the sweetest towns in Texas! The space We love camping so much we decided to make our own Glamping experience in our backyard! The rental includes your yurt, but you get to use the common space!! In total we have 4 bell tents. Two tents have one queen bed and two have two queen beds. We provide two air mattresses to sleep total 16!! There are AC units in each of the tents to keep cool at night. Our common areas include 2 showers, 2 toilets, 1 extra large sink area connected to the bathrooms, 1 grills and 4 large picnic tables, a bar and coffee station, a fire pit, hammocks and swings. This space is perfect for any family celebration, reunion, birthday party, ect! It is tucked away at the bottom of the property so you get the space to yourself. Guest access When you arrive at our house you will park in our circle driveway and walk through the double green gates down the hill to the glampsite. (To the left past the house) The road is slippery/steep so please use the steps. Backpack recommended for easier up and down! You can roll a cooler down the (steep) road! Other things to note Each of the four bell tents are equipped with an AC unit, beds, heater, pillows, sheets, blankets, towels, electrical outlets, twinkle lights, and a lantern. Light switch to main Edison lights are located on the side table near hot tub outlets.

Camper favorites in and near Lake Travis

Top-rated campgrounds reviewed by the Hipcamp community.

The 2X4 Farm

1 site · Lodging · Austin, TX

Enjoy luxury tent living in the heart of Austin’s 78704 just 2 miles from Zilker Park and downtown. Nestled on 2 acres under 40+ pecan trees and a 500 year old oak tree, you will enjoy an air-conditioned tent furnished with a full size bed with a luxury mattress and bedding. With private access to a full bath and kitchenette/gym, you can step out of the fully enclosed/gated property to explore Austin or just relax in a hammock. We live in the house and will be on site during your stay. Also, we have working gardens where produce is harvested each week for sale to local restaurants. The gym/kitchenette/bathroom, [31 seconds/47 steps away from the tent] will be exclusively yours during your stay. We have one small dog who is typically inside. We also have 2 barn cats that often wander the property.

Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres

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1 site · Lodging · Mc Dade, TX

Learn more about this land: Come stay at our intentional community homestead 40 mins east of Austin Texas. We have people working and living together to reach our sustainability goals together. Our lotus tent has an epic view of the stocked pond. Enjoy the spaciousness of this 40 acres farm. Check out the gardens, visit the livestock and soak in the salt water jacuzzi! Just 15 miles you have Bastrop State Park. It's towering loblolly pines are unique to this part of Texas. A walk through the park reveals majestic trees that have survived and regrown from the ravages of forest fires—some of which devastated the park and the surrounding community years ago, but in the end revealed the area's resilience and beauty of nature. Located just 32 miles east of Austin near the charming town of Bastrop, this park offers a seasonally open swimming pool, fishing in Lake Mina, and miles of hiking trails Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them.

The Juniper Ranch & Retreat

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9 sites · Lodging · Canyon Lake, TX

Need a change of scenery? Come enjoy a few fun days on the lake and comfortable nights among the stars in a luxurious bell tent at The Juniper Ranch & Retreat.The Juniper is situated between Austin and San Antonio in picturesque Texas Hill Country, only minutes from beautiful Canyon Lake.We're conveniently located within 5-10 mins of several boat ramps and parks on the lake, as well as a golf course, wineries and many other attractions. In addition to the many fun activities to do on Canyon Lake, The Juniper is within 15-30 mins of numerous Guadalupe River tubing and rafting sites, Whitewater Amphitheater and Gruene Hall, Natural Bridge Caverns and Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, Animal World & Snake Farm Zoo, and more.The Juniper is also conveniently located within 30 mins of New Braunfels, Wimberley and Gruene, and an hour of San Antonio, Austin and Fredericksburg.For more info, find us on FB and Insta: @thejuniperranchandretreat

Hill Country Micro-Farm Glamping

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4 sites · Lodging · Fischer, TX

Our 16' Bell Tents sleep 2-4ppl unless you book all 4 sites and you can sleep up to 16ppl~ Our private backyard glampsite is located on one acre of beautiful oaks in a dark sky community. Sit by the fire as you gaze up at the Milky Way. We have 13 chickens and a pig! Guests can enjoy fresh eggs daily, when available. Located-10 minutes from Canyon Lake -20 minutes from Wimberley, San Marcos and Blanco. Wynona’s is perfectly situated to some of the sweetest towns in Texas! The space We love camping so much we decided to make our own Glamping experience in our backyard! The rental includes your yurt, but you get to use the common space!! In total we have 4 bell tents. Two tents have one queen bed and two have two queen beds. We provide two air mattresses to sleep total 16!! There are AC units in each of the tents to keep cool at night. Our common areas include 2 showers, 2 toilets, 1 extra large sink area connected to the bathrooms, 1 grills and 4 large picnic tables, a bar and coffee station, a fire pit, hammocks and swings. This space is perfect for any family celebration, reunion, birthday party, ect! It is tucked away at the bottom of the property so you get the space to yourself. Guest access When you arrive at our house you will park in our circle driveway and walk through the double green gates down the hill to the glampsite. (To the left past the house) The road is slippery/steep so please use the steps. Backpack recommended for easier up and down! You can roll a cooler down the (steep) road! Other things to note Each of the four bell tents are equipped with an AC unit, beds, heater, pillows, sheets, blankets, towels, electrical outlets, twinkle lights, and a lantern. Light switch to main Edison lights are located on the side table near hot tub outlets.

Stories from the community

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Justin

6 days ago

With pets

1 night at Hill Country Micro-Farm Glamping

We really enjoyed our stay! Just a few notes for future guests: the yurts are located in the owners’ backyard, so there isn’t a ton of privacy, and the bathroom doors don’t fully close since they don’t lock. The property has lots of fun animals, which adds to the charm, though a few did get out during our visit (a chicken, the dog, and even the pig) — a little stressful since we had our own dogs with us, but admittedly, waking up to a rogue pig was pretty thrilling. Last note, the heater in yurt 4 doesn’t work. 7/10

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Josie

2 weeks ago

With pets

1 night at 3 Dry Wells Ranch

What an amazing spot! Truly a blessing of a getaway from the city. Thank you for hosting us and making a place for others to enjoy your property and creation.

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bill

2 weeks ago

With pets

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Beautiful piece of land, plant life is all indigenous and covered in wildlife, lucky to own such an awesome area in the hills. Very kind hosts, helped us out a lot. Every site we saw was great, clean, nice equipment, such an easy and enjoyable stay.

Tent inside with Queen bed, mini fridge and AC

Lisa

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Ranch 3232

We had a fantastic stay this past weekend in the Apache Tent! The set up inside the tent was roomie and very comfortable. The restroom/shower area were close and clean. They had many welcoming touches through out the site. Hoping I can find a weekend to return with my grandson.

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Vladimir

3 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Sound Ground

Awesome campsites that are cozy! Kasey was an excellent and responsive host. The campsite was exactly what we were looking for with the mix of glamping and camping. We were able to use the campfire and make s’mores while listening to music!

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Jillian

3 weeks ago

Group trip

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Stars were beautiful, and it was very private yet safe place to stay!!

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Trent

November 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

We’ve stayed here many times and absolutely love it! Well kept, amazing views and always a good and relaxing time

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Madison

October 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Sound Ground

What a beautiful property! Kasey was so nice and showed us around, made sure we had plenty of wood, and made us feel right at home. The stars were bright and the tent was very comfortable! The bed in the tent was so nice and the sleeping pads she offered were great. The walking trail was really pretty in the morning too. It was very quiet and safe, we definitely recommend this site

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Brenndan

October 2025

Weekend Trip to Hill Country Micro-Farm Glamping

There was no hot tub or goats but the tents were nice and the pig and chickens were great with the kids.

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Brenndan

October 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Hill Country Micro-Farm Glamping

It was great camping the pig and chickens were nice and the kids had fun feeding them

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Charlotte

October 2025

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Hidden tranquil escape in the hill country with beautiful sunsets

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Jose

September 2025

With pets

1 night at 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Absolutely a 💯 getaway camp spot. Plenty of trails and nice views

Doug

September 2025

Weekend Trip to Sound Ground

Beautiful landscape and sites. Very attentive to making sure I was comfortable

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Andrea

August 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Ranch 3232

Great time just my dog and I in the Apache tent. The tent was very clean, the bed very comfortable and the best part was the little AC unit to keep things cool. I was actually the only one in the campground for the weekend. Nice to have the place to myself. Because it was August and close to the start of school the grounds were a little overgrown BUT clean!! I loved the fact they had little doggie poop bags around the campground that you could use. I did wake up on the second day without water to the campgrounds. But Ken was on top of it reaching out to me and providing bottles and gallons of water. Honestly, it wasn’t that big a deal…I mean it is a campground 😉 The best part was that the campground is less than 3 miles from Pedernales Falls State Park. It was nice to get able to go there and hike and swim, then get back to campground without a long drive. Overall, I will definitely be booking another stay there. Maybe when it’s not so hot!

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Vraj

May 2025

Group trip

1 night at Hill Country Micro-Farm Glamping

Great place to glamp! All the facilities were as per description.

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Alexandra

May 2025

Weekend Trip to Sound Ground

Enjoyed our time here, would love to come back again in the cooler months. Great Setup for camping, Everything was as expected!

Mary

May 2025

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

We enjoyed our stay at 3 dry wells. The facilities were simple but comfortable, the views were breathtaking, and the hosts were friendly. We look forward to staying again.

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John

May 2025

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

First time using the app Really cool spot nice scenery nice land to explore great sunset overall great experience can’t complain about anything

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Kristin

May 2025

With pets

Weekend Trip to Sound Ground

Loved our stay! It was my kids first time camping and they absolutely loved it!! Highly recommend it!!

Ness

May 2025

1 night at Sound Ground

Lovely stay at the yurt, we were lucky enough to get to watch an epic Texas lightning show from the comfort of the deck. Directions were clear and easy to find even in the dark. Bring lots of firewood (no collecting on site) and some instruments and enjoy the Hill Country ambience.

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field

The best bell tents in Lake Travis guide

Where to go

Texas Hill Country

The rolling hills, wildflower meadows, and vineyards of Texas Hill Country surround Lake Travis. Set out on a scenic hike or bike ride through the hills, cool off with a swim at Hamilton Pool or Pedernales Falls, or enjoy wine tasting along the Hill Country Wine Trail. There are hike-in tent sites and electric hookup RV sites at Pedernales Falls State Park, but for something more unique, opt for a quirky glampsite or camp on a country farm.

Austin & Around

The state capital is little more than a half-hour drive from Lake Travis, making it easy to take in the highlights on a day trip. Austin has more than its fair share of green spaces, whether you want to rent a paddleboat or stand-up paddleboard on Lady Bird Lake, cool off with a swim at Barton Springs or Deep Eddy Pools, or go birding at the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. On the outskirts of the city, McKinney Falls State Park is a favorite for campers, with hiking, biking trails, and fishing spots, as well as cabin rentals.

Along the Colorado River

The Colorado River winds its way north from Lake Travis, dotted with golf courses, vineyards, and recreation areas where you can pitch a tent or launch your boat away from the summer crowds. RV resorts, houseboat rentals, and lakeside restaurants cluster around Horseshoe Bay, while the hills around Buchanan Lake and Inks Lake State Park have great hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails.

San Antonio & Around

Two hours south of Lake Travis, San Antonio is known for its Alamo and RiverWalk, but it’s also the gateway to some of the Hill Country’s most scenic camping getaways. Head to Garner State Park to fish, kayak, and admire the fall foliage, get your adrenaline fix tubing and mountain biking at Guadalupe River State Park, or escape the crowds at the walk-in tent sites in the Government Canyon State Natural Area. For city camping, there are basic tent and RV sites at Calaveras Lake and Braunig Lake just south of downtown.