12 Best Private Campsites Near Schulenburg, TX, US 2025

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle and get back to nature? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. With over 180 options available near Schulenburg, Texas, you're sure to find the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Whether you prefer private sites, like the highly-rated 5D RANCH (822 reviews), 3 Dry Wells Ranch (169 reviews), or the Secluded Guadalupe River Spot (124 reviews), or you're looking for specific amenities like showers, pet-friendly areas, or potable water, Hipcamp has you covered. And with activities like wind sports and paddling available, you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors. Plus, you won't have to break the bank, with options starting as low as $20 per night. So why wait? Start planning your camping adventure today!

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Aerial drone shot of our campsite, which is hidden beneath the shade of the pecan trees at the tip of the "peninsula".

Looking to escape the hustle and bustle and get back to nature? Look no further than Hipcamp, the go-to website for finding the perfect camping experience. With over 180 options available near Schulenburg, Texas, you're sure to find the ideal spot to pitch your tent or park your RV. Whether you prefer private sites, like the highly-rated 5D RANCH (822 reviews), 3 Dry Wells Ranch (169 reviews), or the Secluded Guadalupe River Spot (124 reviews), or you're looking for specific amenities like showers, pet-friendly areas, or potable water, Hipcamp has you covered. And with activities like wind sports and paddling available, you'll have plenty of opportunities to explore the great outdoors. Plus, you won't have to break the bank, with options starting as low as $20 per night. So why wait? Start planning your camping adventure today!

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1. River Grove Campground

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43mi from Schulenburg · 4 sites · Tents, RVs · Gonzales, TX

. These are unique camping spots along the Guadalupe River. I didn’t exactly understand how unique until I started getting feedback from my campers. The surrounding scenery will lower your blood pressure and do wonders to let you reconnect with nature. Sit back and close your eyes late in the evening and listen to all the wildlife talking to each other. There is faint traffic noise from 90A about a 1/3 of a mile away but it calms down after 7 or so. Currently no amenities but I am in the plans for some portable bathrooms. Please be prepared to cover all your bathroom and cooking needs. I do have some good clean well water from a faucet on the way into the campgrounds. Campfires are permitted. There is a convenience store (Diamond A) with clean bathrooms and a great bbq just 5 miles to the west on 90A and a Walmart and HEB 10 miles to the east on 90A. (Both Diamond A and Walmart sell fishing licenses if you need one. Dogs are allowed at sites 3 and 4 but not at 1 or 2 where my livestock guardian dogs have access to. No matter the size or temperament of your pets you are always expected to have them under your control at ALL times. I have very small livestock in the area frequently I am almost always on the property and try to have my phone with me while campers are on site, just let me know what you need and I will do what I can to accommodate you. Please Contact me through the Hipcamp app. Tub of mixed firewood ( pecan, hackberry, sycamore and chinaberry $15 Tub of split pecan wood $20 $5 cash discount off total but can also accept Zelle, cashapp, PayPal and Venmo.

2. Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

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24mi from Schulenburg · 2 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Columbus, TX

This is our family farm, though you probably will not see us much. The campsite is located on a corner of the property on Cummins Creek and once you get there you will feel secluded in nature. Matt grew up here swimming, fishing and exploring in this creek...the creek has taught him more about life than anyone ever could. I hope that you too can understand why we always walk alway feeling like this is a very special spot! Enjoy pizza oven, grill, fire pit, picnic table, hot tub, swimming, fishing, exploring and knowing your party is the only people that you be on this site. Update: Off the grid hot tub is back!!!

3. Firefly Ranch

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39mi from Schulenburg · 5 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Bleiblerville, TX

The property borders a small creek and has abundant trees, and wildlife. Beautiful views from every vantage with a high field on one half of the property and a low bottom land near the creek where there are many options for a relaxing, private stay. Chose big sky or a more secluded spot. Incredible wildflowers on display in the spring. The property is not bordered by close neighbors or dense housing, just more land so sunsets and rises are wonderful and open. Low ambient light pollution at night means the stars are very bright (and so are the fireflies)! Guests are required to communicate estimated time of arrival well in advance. When arriving, make sure to meet Aaron or a designate at the red gate before entering further into the property. If tent camping, please do not bring glass containers, also you must pack out all garbage and waste. Inquire ahead of time to see if firewood is available to be gathered on site, or if you will need to bring your own. No uninvited guests without 24 hour prior approval, and additional guest fees paid. Also please no more than one dog per site.

4. Starlove Ranch & Animal Sanctuary

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42mi from Schulenburg · 9 sites · Tents, RVs · Giddings, TX

Our 100 acre heritage property has been in the family for over 150 years. Since 2017, we've been operating our land as a Vegan, Regenerative-Agriculture Farm & Animal Sanctuary. We currently have 2 dogs, 3 cats plus a herd of 31 Cows, 4 Potbelly Pigs and 2 Spanish Goats. The cows and pigs are all rescue animals so, where as they are adapted to humans being around them, they are very shy and petting them is not allowed. The dogs, cats and goats, on the other hand, are very friendly and love to be pet and fed treats. We are located outside of Dime Box, TX and are a 30 minute drive from the quaint, artist village of Round Top, and 12 miles from Lake Somerville SP. Our property has equal parts rolling pastures and wooded thickets and ravines. There are plenty of nooks and crannies to explore and gorgeous views of the Texas horizons....time your stay just right and you can stand directly between the sunset and the moonrise! We also have a hike-and-bike, nature trail that offers a 360 loop around the property. We have a new construction Bath House on site for restroom needs w/ hot showers and composting potties plus a cold-water sink w/ non-potable water suited for washing produce, hands, dishes or camping gear.

5. Magickal Dickburg!

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35mi from Schulenburg · 2 sites · Tents · Paige, TX

Welcome to Magickal Dickburg! This gorgeous 5-acre secluded piece of paradise is located between Bastrop and Paige, Texas. Dickburg is perfect for anyone wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and be fully embraced by nature. You will find yourself surrounded by dozens of beautiful Loblolly Pines, Junipers, and a variety of Oak trees. On a clear night, you’ll be able to look up and see all the stars over Texas! Currently, we are only offering semi-primitive camping spots - we have electricity, Wi-Fi, and a porta-potty for our guests to use, but no running water or showers. There is an 8ft. diameter communal firepit with firewood that can be used as long as there isn't a burn ban in effect. There are designated parking spaces on the property and from there, it’s just a short walk to the camping areas. You will need to bring any and all gear needed for camping, as we are only offering camping spaces. No glass bottles or containers of any kind and no generators. While there isn’t much to do inside Dickburg, other than exploring the land, stargazing around the firepit, and generally just vibing with Mother Nature, there are plenty of things to do nearby. We are only 15 minutes from Sherwood Forest Faire (only open during the weekends of March and April & a few other days during the year), 18 minutes from Bastrop State Park if you want to fish, swim, or hike, 25 minutes from Downtown Bastrop, and 30 minutes from the Dinosaur Park, the Capital of Texas Zoo, McKinney Roughs and Zip Lost Pines! Pets are welcome as long as they are kept on a leash. Please be sure to clean up any messes your pet makes. Dickburg embraces a ‘Leave No Trace’ camping style, meaning, whatever items you bring with you, please take with you when you leave, including trash, items to be recycled, and pet waste. Please keep in mind that, while it may feel like you’re hundreds of miles from civilization, we do have neighbors on both sides of us and behind us. Three out of four sides of Dickburg have a regular fence while the fourth (north side) has a natural barrier of piled brush. Please do not cross into our neighbor’s property or allow your kiddos/animals to wander unsupervised. Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am. Other Things to Note: We have done countless hours of work to get Dickburg ready for you to enjoy. With that being said, it’s still raw land out in the country. There will be critters - snakes, lizards, bugs, etc. This was their land first and we’re just grateful we get to share it with them. Please use common sense when exploring the land and do not handle any wildlife. There is absolutely NO hunting or killing of any wildlife while at Dickburg. The ONLY exception to this rule is mosquitoes. You'll definitely want to bring bug spray, bug zappers, citronella candles, etc.... and kill as many of those blood-sucking jerks as possible! Do not be surprised if you hear gunshots during your stay. There is a shooting range just down the street. We mention this, not to scare you, but to make you aware so that you’re not scared when you do hear them. #countrylife String lights have been installed around Site #2. This is not only to light your way after the sun sets but also to set a boundary of where not to venture after dark. Please stay within the lighted area. The lights can be plugged in and unplugged at the electrical pole, near the RV (yellow extension cord). Dickburg is a very new camping area and is still a work in progress. After clearing the land, the land was left with exposed roots and tree stumps. For the safety of our guests, please be sure to have a light source with you when walking around at night. We are working to get roots and stumps removed, but it will take some time. We may or may not be onsite during your stay as we are continually working to improve the space for our guests. Feel free to come and say hi if you see us out and about. Or don’t! It’s completely up to you if you feel like being social or not! Also, if you have any suggestions on how to improve the area or other amenities you’d like to see, please let us know. We welcome your feedback!

6. The Reserve at GreenLeaf

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40mi from Schulenburg · 8 sites · Lodging · Bastrop, TX

The Reserve at Greenleaf is a perpetual Conservation Property. Meaning that, limiting development, it may never be subdivided or sold into separate parcels. The original intent of the owners is to preserve within an expansive area the natural beauty of this area. The owners, being the 5th, generation born in Bastrop County, their desire is to create a place for their children, grandchildren and generations to come, in a virtually undisturbed natural expanse of their birthplace and appreciate the things they cherish about the land, family and community. Now we invite you to experience that same love and appreciation of this land as guest here at The Reserve at GreenLeaf.Located just outside of Historic Bastrop Texas means you can be at some of the most unique shopping and dining in central Texas in less than 10 minutes. It also is convenient to Lake Bastrop, and the Colorado River where you can enjoy our Kayak rentals and everything to do with water, nature’s way!

Stories from the community

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Brooke

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

Billy and Will always provide a clean, well kept, beautiful campgrounds. This is our third time back and we will keep coming back each year.

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Erynn

2 weeks ago

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

I hosted a dog mom camping trip with a few of my friends and it was the perfect location. Secluded from the other campsites and right on the Guadalupe river. All of our dogs enjoyed the river and we enjoyed the spots under the shade! Truly an amazing place to spend time with friends.

Colton

3 weeks ago

Tent

2 nights at River Grove Campground

Perfect escape with great fishing and plenty of privacy. The hosts were very welcoming and accommodating. Highly recommend this spot for anyone who just loves to be outside.

Chris

3 weeks ago

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

What an amazing piece of property. It’s on a lazy bend of the Guadalupe and the owner lent us a John boat to take my son out fishing. There are numerous mature pecan trees and it’s just beautiful. It would be perfect were it not for the occasional road noise from Highway 90, and we were camping pretty far away. Not the owners fault obviously. He was a tremendous host; this place is a 9.5/10 with the only flaw keeping it from perfection being the occasional road noise.

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Chris

November 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

The campsite was fantastic. Plenty of room to spread out and easy access to fishing. I highly recommend. Billy made things easy and was a great host.

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Donald

November 2025

Weekend Trip to The Reserve at GreenLeaf

We had such a wonderful time. Our hosts greeted us for a short intro to the place which was nice. I got some pointers on how to use a French Coffee press (you'll see) and we got the lay of the land. There are walking trails, a community fire pit (there are only 4 yurts), a pavilion with Corn Hole type games and a hot tub (didn't try it out). It was extremely peaceful and calm. A great place to forget about things for a couple of days. Also, Bastrop has a nice downtown area. We ate at Neighbors (?) downtown and enjoyed sitting on the patio by the river.

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Godofredis

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

The river access to fish was amazing. View incredible and second time coming out here. Highly recommend especially if your looking into going towards shiner for the day

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Matt

October 2025

Tent

Group trip

3 nights at River Grove Campground

This is a wonderful place to camp. I went with some friends, and the site we were on (Pecan orchard river bottom) was perfect. It has a large, open, flat area with plenty of trees (and some great hammock spots) high enough above a calm river that there is no worry of the river rising, with good access to a sandy riverside. This spot would be great for families - I plan on trying to get my family down here soon. You could do quite a large group on this site, and still feel quite isolated, despite having quick access to the road, and a gas station / BBQ place only a few minutes away. The proprietor (Billy) was super easy to communicate with, very responsive, and kept us informed of everything we needed to know. I highly recommend this location, and this host!

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Scott

October 2025

36 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

The host was amazing and the property was fantastic. We had the site with power and enjoyed picking pecans and watching the wildlife. It was the kind of nature reset we needed. Don't tell too many people 😉

The boats are meant for one but there's just enough room for a friend (provided it's a dog).

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Sidney

October 2025

Tent

With kids

Weekend Trip to Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!

At first we were worried we weren't going to have enough room, but we worked it all out and Man... This place is awesome. The swing under the tree house was so peaceful. You are completely secluded. NOBODY around. The pizza oven was a huge success with the kids. All around it was a very private place to just relax and forget about the week you had.

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Ricardo

October 2025

16 ft campervan

2 nights at Starlove Ranch & Animal Sanctuary

Our stay at this Hipcamp was truly special. The location is wonderfully remote, far from the noise and distractions of everyday life, and surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Watching the sunrise each morning was magical, with colors spilling across the open landscape that made the early wake-up completely worth it. We loved how peaceful it was, with only the sound of cows moving in the distance adding to the rustic charm. One of our favorite surprises was being greeted by the sweetest dogs who seemed to have made it their job to welcome us. They visited us throughout our stay, making the experience feel even more homey and heartwarming. The area nearby was full of hidden gems, and we spent time exploring several antique shops that we absolutely loved. Our host was wonderful and gave us excellent recommendations for places to visit and things to do. Their kindness and hospitality made us feel completely at ease. If you are looking for a quiet getaway surrounded by nature, with a touch of small-town charm and genuine warmth, this is the perfect spot. We are already looking forward to coming back soon!

Really nice fire pit, poker, and seating if no burn ban.

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Beth

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

Billy is a welcoming, warm host who sets your expectations upon arrival. His sheep and goats wandered through a few times and it was magical. We got to fish and relax and our spot was private. The trees on the property are beautiful and old and shady. Great weekend!

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Dexaiver

October 2025

Tent

1 night at River Grove Campground

I picked Billy land for my first experience of camping and I’m 102% going back. Billy’s hospitality is great. While I was there I witnessed colorful dragonflies, armadillos, goats and the river flowing with fish. At area (4) River bottom there were kayaks and a canoe with life jackets so you can go on the water. The whole scenery was just amazing.

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mondo

October 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

We were very pleased with the property. True primitive camping with plenty of privacy. We plan on going back.

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Haley

September 2025

10 ft travel trailer

With kids

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

Great spot! Enjoyed the river view and space. Couldn’t see the other campsites. We’ve camped out there twice and plan to be back.

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David

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

Billy’s property is beautiful! He was a great host, with great communication. The river was nice and cool and was only a few steps from my tent. I highly recommend this site! I’ll be making it a regular spot for my family.

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Caitlin

September 2025

Tent

Group trip

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

So beautiful, so peaceful, the waters amazing, and not a person in sight.

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Poe

August 2025

Tent

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

I tent camped right by the river and the site had multiple clean firepits. The site also had kayaks and a raft. It was beautiful, well maintained, and there were no sounds of other humans or music. In the morning, the beautiful cows and their dog companions were by one of the shores about 300 yards away. The host Billy and his helper were very communicative and accommodating. If you want peace and tranquility, this is the property so long as it continues to be respected and clean.

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Paul

July 2025

Tent

With pets

Weekend Trip to River Grove Campground

We had another great trip on this property, kayaking up and down the river all day, enjoying a light rain and had the place to ourselves for the weekend. I highly recommend this spot. They have well water, firewood for purchase and kayaks to rent.

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Terry

June 2025

20 ft campervan

2 nights at River Grove Campground

All the Pecan trees were amazing to camp under with an awesome view of the river. Fire pit burning at night while listening to all the critters off in the distance was cool. It was serene and relaxing. Billy was a great host.