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Top-rated campgrounds near Smithville
Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR
1. Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR
99%
(286)
3.7mi from Smithville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This 12acres of wildlife on the Colorado is full of natural beauty! WE HAVE HOT 🥵 SHOWERS 🚿 AND FLUSHING POTTY!
🚨 EXTRAS PURCHASED ONSITE ONLY WOOD ICE ADDITIONAL PPL PETS CAR .
YES WE NOW SELL BAGGED ICE! ASK ON ARRIVAL!!
We're In Smithville Tx Home Of Hope Floats!
5 mins from downtown! Plenty of stores if needed
HOT 🥵 SHOWERS 🚿 AND FLUSHING POTTY!
🚨PSA Please Be Advised🚨
NO EVS ALLOWED ACCESS TO OUR POWER!!!
THERE IS A PET FEE ADD IN EXTRAS TAB
Checkin is AFTER 3/4 BUT BEFORE 8p We're Asleep By 8p As We Rise By 3:30a Every Morning! If you've ordered extras please be sure 2 checkin inside the window 2 receive them! Otherwise you will have 2 request them the following morning.
This Is The Country Where Folks Do Hunt/Shoot!! Although Your Completely Safe, You MAY Or May NOT Hear Gun Shots!! If You Have A FurBaby That Is Panicked/ Stressed From Fireworks Popping/Or Gunfire (AS I DO) It MayB Best 2 Leave Them Home,, 2 Prevent Any Uncomfortable Anxieties PLEASE NOTE (TP) CAN B PURCHASED BUT IS NO LONGER PROVIDED AS WELL AS TOWEL BUNDLES.
🚨 We CAN NOT Control Mother Nature Guys!🚨 When Travis Co. Opens The Gates On Us Little Guys Down River! (which makes 4 the BEST fishing BTW #MonsterCats) It'll Inevitably Flush The River Stirring Up The Sandy Bottom. When that happens the SandBar Is NonExistant As The Rising waters Cover it. Hipcamp now offers a weather insurance that U may want 2 add 2 UR booking just Incase Mother Nature decides 2 smack us around
PLEASE BE MINDFUL THE PRIVATE DOCK IS THE RIVERRAT SHACK BNB GUESTS' RIVER ACCESS! Please B respectful/courteous 2 All Guests/ campsite's/individual spaces!
📢 PSA Reading The Shower Instructions Is Best Done B4 Entering The Shower!! Always turn the hot on 1st do not add any cold until it's All The Way HOT 🥵
🚨 RVs must be added in extras tab and ONLY allowed @ Site3 w/ Permissions
📣Attention Campervan's 📣
A Campervan is a type of RV; RVs Are Only Allowed @ Campsite 3 As To Not Block The River Views 4rm Other Camper's. If You Have A Campervan; Want 2 Be @ A Bank Site. You'll Need 2 Get Permissions Frm The Host 1st,
B4 Booking!! 🙏
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$55
/ night
Secluded Birding on Lone Oak Farm
2. Secluded Birding on Lone Oak Farm
100%
(19)
4mi from Smithville · 3 sites
Lone Oak Farm is on the edge of Texas Hill Country along the Colorado River. Over 80 acres of prairie, forest and farmland, it boasts beautiful sunsets, wildlife viewing and quiet. Access to electricity, water and septic is available if requested in advance or guests can be completely off grid and nestled in the trees. Walk along the river and watch the waterfowl and listen to the birds or sit under our oak tree and catch the rancher at work.
Pets
Picnic table
from
$33
/ night
Eden East Farm
3. Eden East Farm
100%
(37)
13mi from Smithville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Experience the Magic of Our Urban Farm Retreat
Welcome to Eden East Farm -a five-acre working farm & gathering space just steps from downtown Bastrop. Rooted in deep agricultural history, this lush urban oasis is where the rhythm of nature meets the warmth of community.
Pitch your tent beneath the dappled shade of century-old pecan trees or nestle closer to the heartbeat of the farm, where compost turns to rich soil, vegetables thrive & life grows in every direction. Here, we grow over 40 varieties of hyper-seasonal produce... vibrant heirloom carrots, sweet peppers, okra, tomatoes, squash & more. Using you guessed it! Sustainable & regenerative practices.
Guests are invited to roam freely, visit our chickens & ducks, and soak up the real workings of farm life. You’ll likely see our farmer tending beds or our chef harvesting for lunch & dinner service, because this is more than a place to stay, it’s a living, breathing experience.
Fresh water are available year-round. Port-o-potties are provided during the spring & fall seasons when we host more guests and events.
AND while the farm feels like a peaceful hideaway, you're just one mile from Store House Eatery, our farm-to-table restaurant offering elegant dinners Wednesday through Sunday + lunch & brunch Wednesday through Sundays. All inspired by what’s growing right here.
Our on-site Farm Stand is open Wednesday & Saturday mornings from 9 to 1, where you can grab seasonal produce, house-made goods, and a taste of what’s to come. Keep an eye out for farm pop ups all year round!
Whether you’re here to unplug, connect with the land or enjoy a hyper-local meal under the stars, we invite you to slow down, dig in, and make yourself at home.
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
$30
/ night
Buescher State Park
4. Buescher State Park
83%
(3)
State park 6.2mi from Smithville · 57 sites
Woodlands and a small lake offer a quiet retreat in the Lost Pine Forest of central Texas.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Bastrop State Park
5. Bastrop State Park
95%
(40)
State park 11mi from Smithville · 36 sites
Sleep under pine-filled forests just east of Austin.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
The Reserve at GreenLeaf
6. The Reserve at GreenLeaf
97%
(19)
13mi from Smithville · 4 sites
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!
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
$266
/ night
Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway
7. Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway
100%
(932)
21mi from Smithville · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
GET AWAY without going FAR AWAY! Feels like the middle of nowhere, but it's only 25 miles to downtown Austin and 15 miles to the charming little town of Bastrop with its eateries, shops and historic buildings. Spend quiet nights in the country listening to the coyotes howl and the owls hoot. Hike the nearby Roughs (trailhead is 2 miles away) or book a river canoe or kayak trip with one of the local outfitters. Bring the family and have a weekend event under the trees and covered shade of our Pony Pavilion!
Hollis and her wonderful voice, great stories and powerful ukuleles now offer LIVE MUSIC by your very own campfire, for your private enjoyment. (See the EXTRAS category to book a $20/45 minute/weather-permitting show, or a 1-hour Ukulele lesson, or just get with Hollis when you show up at camp) Enjoy the park trails, the Happy Horse on-site Scavenger Hunt, the delightful maze of campground trails (on your bikes!) and the peace and quiet!
Happy Horse Hotel is on 22 acres conveniently located between Austin and Bastrop in the Pope Bend of the Colorado River. LCRA's fabulous McKinney Roughs Nature Park is 2 miles up the road, adjacent to the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort.
The camp area is 9 secluded, fenced and wooded acres laced with all-dirt flat biking and walking trails on our property. We encourage you to bring your bicycles along. The bird watching is great!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
$45
/ night
3C Farm Rural Getaway
8. 3C Farm Rural Getaway
100%
(26)
22mi from Smithville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to our farm! We have plenty of animals to interact with, including dwarf goats, miniature cows and donkeys, potbelly pigs, turkeys/chickens/ducks, and even two emu! Bring a tent and come lay out under the stars next to a nice, warm fire pit.
Potable water
Picnic table
from
$39
/ night
Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres
9. Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres
95%
(33)
22mi from Smithville · 1 site
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.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
$120
/ night
Lockhart State Park
10. Lockhart State Park
State park 34mi from Smithville · 20 sites
Small hidden gem campground close to Austin near famous Texas barbecue joints.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Lake Somerville State Park
11. Lake Somerville State Park
88%
(14)
State park 38mi from Smithville · 202 sites
Miles of lake and trails offer easy outdoor recreation in south central Texas.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
McKinney Falls State Park
12. McKinney Falls State Park
95%
(45)
State park 36mi from Smithville · 83 sites
Escape to nature, see waterfalls, and explore a historic homestead—all within Austin city limits.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Palmetto State Park
13. Palmetto State Park
95%
(11)
State park 39mi from Smithville · 38 sites
Escape to the tropics in Texas and enjoy lush greenery, a lake, and the San Marcos River.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR
14. Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR
90%
(595)
25mi from Smithville · 20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The Texas Music River Ranch is 111 acres located in the quaint village of Webberville, Texas, only 20 miles east of downtown Austin. The large oak and pecan trees amid the rolling green hills of this gorgeous ranch land are nestled on the banks of the lazy Colorado River.
Swim, kayak, or canoe...but there’s no better way to beat the legendary Texas heat than by grabbing an inner tube and enjoying a calm, steady float along a river known for an abundance of fossils and its wildlife. Bring your own tubes, kayaks and canoes, we are currently replenishing our inventory.
Or perhaps you prefer to fish the shady tree-lined banks. Either way, you'll see a variety of birds while you relax on or beside the cool waters of the Colorado River.
We're kid and dog friendly (leashes mandatory) and we love musicians. Bring an instrument and join us for an impromptu jam session in our special events room or around the campfire. Cook dinner on our BBQ pit. Firewood is available onsite
A few rules...
1. Check in is before sunset. We ask that all Hipcampers wait at gate for staff to guide you to your location for safety reasons. Contact us if you arrive ahead of schedule.
2. No wondering by the upper level cabins (these are private property). Showers are behind these cabins. Please respect staff spaces.
3. If you have an extra vehicle, please park it with your other vehicle.
4. If you have a 3rd extra vehicle, let us know and we will direct you where to park it.
5. Please be courteous of other campers space and road access.
6. All kids are free. If your kids are 17 and under do not add them or it will charge.
7. If you have an impairment please let us know before booking so that we can ensure a space is ready and suitable for you.
8. All dogs must be on leash. Please clean up your dogs Poop.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact our Office phone @ (512) 884-4345
Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm, Sunday 11am-6pm
We look forward to making your acquaintance and sharing our little piece of Central Texas heaven with you, your family, and your friends.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
River Ruff Resort
15. River Ruff Resort
98%
(86)
27mi from Smithville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Tent camp site close to the river can accommodate up to two tents. Water and electric close by. Outside shower and toilet at the laundry shed at the top of the bank. The river decks are shared with other residents and visitors. Kayaks, paddleboards, and 2 canoes are available for rent. You can fish, swim (at your own risk), grill and chill. You'll see other canoes and kayaks floating the Colorado River. Please ask before hanging hammocks on the deck (depends on other guests using deck).
Pets
Showers
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
River Forest Haven
16. River Forest Haven
95%
(526)
27mi from Smithville · 36 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
River Forest Haven is a unique space that seeks to bring you closer to nature. We do not artificially light the camp and we strive to leave as much of the property in its natural state as we can. This provides a unique experience that is not your typical campground as we keep all of our campsites tucked under lush natural canopies. Car and tent camping works great! For most sites, you can easily drive up to your spot. Arrive, take a look around and settle into your site. We are always happy to deliver any of our items from our general store- just message us on HipCamp and we will come by.
With nearly half a mile of Colorado riverfront to swim, fish, toob, paddle-board, kayak, and canoe*, along with 30 acres to hike and explore, River Forest Haven is also a quick 20-minute drive from downtown Austin.THINGS OF NOTE: ⁃ cell phone service is mostly non-existent ⁃ firewood can be brought or bought, but not collected.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Morrison Farm and Stables
17. Morrison Farm and Stables
93%
(74)
27mi from Smithville · 28 sites · Tents, RVs
A paradise for nature enthusiasts! With its vast acreage, picturesque ponds, diverse wildlife, and opportunities for camping, fishing, and horseback riding, it offers a perfect escape into the great outdoors. The option to enjoy campfires and provision of food and beverages adds to the allure of the experience. It seems like an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and adventure in a natural setting.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
$28
/ night
Starlove Ranch & Animal Sanctuary
18. Starlove Ranch & Animal Sanctuary
100%
(78)
27mi from Smithville · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
$36
/ night
Austonia RV
19. Austonia RV
100%
(45)
30mi from Smithville · 3 sites
Austonia sits on a beautiful 32 acre property purchased directly from a family that homesteaded it in the mid 1800s. The proximity to downtown while still feeling the country vibes is what captivated us.
We're keeping Austin weird by bringing the world of RV as close to Austin as possible. We have friendly onsite staff, huge concrete pad sites, strong WiFi, 100-amp power, water, and septic, garbage+recyle. Onsite Laundry Room with Washers and Dryers with an easy app based payment system. Restrooms with large Shower Suites. Fenced 1+ acre Dog Park for pups to play. Our Office also has private phone booths available for guests that need a quiet place to work.
We're about 15 minutes from downtown Austin and many event / music / trade venues. 3 miles from Circuit of the Americas track. More details at austonia.us and please note that event weekends may have higher prices and minimum required stays.
We're proud to be a small family owned business.
We look forward to hosting you!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$72
/ night
Secluded Treehouse/Spring Break Fun
20. Secluded Treehouse/Spring Break Fun
99%
(86)
34mi from Smithville · 1 site
Welcome to your own private holler—where magic hangs from the trees and time slows to a whisper.
Robin’s Nest is a real treehouse—built atop 7 oaks with no tape measure, no level, and no blueprints—just imagination, old wood, and 150-year-old treasures tucked into every corner. It’s not a house on sticks next to trees. It’s in the trees. And when you’re here, you’re not on our time. You’re on treehouse time.
This isn’t polished, modern luxury. It’s barefoot luxury. A dreamy, playful escape with simple comforts: a swinging queen daybed, open-air master bath in the tree with you, fire pit, cowboy hot tub, and a rope cargo net for lounging in the forest. There are trails to wander, frogs to sing you to sleep, and stars above.
Push open the double doors. Slide the futon against the handrail under the roof cover. Turn off the lights and leave only the fairy lights glowing. Across the pond, a spotlight shines on a little feeder, and if you’ve been quiet, you’ll see deer, raccoons, and other critters play in the dark—like a living storybook, better than TV. Leave the doors open. Let the cool AC wash over you. This moment is yours.
The entire holler is yours. No neighbors. No campers. No shared anything. Just you and the wild around you.
This land is a working wildlife sanctuary, cared for with 50 years of hands-on learning. Please don’t bring poisons—they hurt the good critters too. The yellow-and-black mud daubers? Harmless to humans, deadly to harmful spiders. The big harmless, banana spiders keep flies and mosquitos away. It's nature in balance.
If the pond’s low, bring a float or take our kayaks ten minutes away to a secret bend in the San Marcos River. We’ll share the pin.
Your close to town but, fully immersed in nature, so it's not ideal for small kids to wander alone. Ladders, beds, and trails aren’t built to code. Adults should be fit and wear sturdy shoes if going far from camp.
One night is fun. But your happy place deserves more than that.
This is your holler now.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
$265
/ night
94% (3.3K) • 2,256 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Smithville
Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR
1. Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR
99%
(286)
3.7mi from Smithville · 4 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
This 12acres of wildlife on the Colorado is full of natural beauty! WE HAVE HOT 🥵 SHOWERS 🚿 AND FLUSHING POTTY!
🚨 EXTRAS PURCHASED ONSITE ONLY WOOD ICE ADDITIONAL PPL PETS CAR .
YES WE NOW SELL BAGGED ICE! ASK ON ARRIVAL!!
We're In Smithville Tx Home Of Hope Floats!
5 mins from downtown! Plenty of stores if needed
HOT 🥵 SHOWERS 🚿 AND FLUSHING POTTY!
🚨PSA Please Be Advised🚨
NO EVS ALLOWED ACCESS TO OUR POWER!!!
THERE IS A PET FEE ADD IN EXTRAS TAB
Checkin is AFTER 3/4 BUT BEFORE 8p We're Asleep By 8p As We Rise By 3:30a Every Morning! If you've ordered extras please be sure 2 checkin inside the window 2 receive them! Otherwise you will have 2 request them the following morning.
This Is The Country Where Folks Do Hunt/Shoot!! Although Your Completely Safe, You MAY Or May NOT Hear Gun Shots!! If You Have A FurBaby That Is Panicked/ Stressed From Fireworks Popping/Or Gunfire (AS I DO) It MayB Best 2 Leave Them Home,, 2 Prevent Any Uncomfortable Anxieties PLEASE NOTE (TP) CAN B PURCHASED BUT IS NO LONGER PROVIDED AS WELL AS TOWEL BUNDLES.
🚨 We CAN NOT Control Mother Nature Guys!🚨 When Travis Co. Opens The Gates On Us Little Guys Down River! (which makes 4 the BEST fishing BTW #MonsterCats) It'll Inevitably Flush The River Stirring Up The Sandy Bottom. When that happens the SandBar Is NonExistant As The Rising waters Cover it. Hipcamp now offers a weather insurance that U may want 2 add 2 UR booking just Incase Mother Nature decides 2 smack us around
PLEASE BE MINDFUL THE PRIVATE DOCK IS THE RIVERRAT SHACK BNB GUESTS' RIVER ACCESS! Please B respectful/courteous 2 All Guests/ campsite's/individual spaces!
📢 PSA Reading The Shower Instructions Is Best Done B4 Entering The Shower!! Always turn the hot on 1st do not add any cold until it's All The Way HOT 🥵
🚨 RVs must be added in extras tab and ONLY allowed @ Site3 w/ Permissions
📣Attention Campervan's 📣
A Campervan is a type of RV; RVs Are Only Allowed @ Campsite 3 As To Not Block The River Views 4rm Other Camper's. If You Have A Campervan; Want 2 Be @ A Bank Site. You'll Need 2 Get Permissions Frm The Host 1st,
B4 Booking!! 🙏
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$55
/ night
Secluded Birding on Lone Oak Farm
2. Secluded Birding on Lone Oak Farm
100%
(19)
4mi from Smithville · 3 sites
Lone Oak Farm is on the edge of Texas Hill Country along the Colorado River. Over 80 acres of prairie, forest and farmland, it boasts beautiful sunsets, wildlife viewing and quiet. Access to electricity, water and septic is available if requested in advance or guests can be completely off grid and nestled in the trees. Walk along the river and watch the waterfowl and listen to the birds or sit under our oak tree and catch the rancher at work.
Pets
Picnic table
from
$33
/ night
Eden East Farm
3. Eden East Farm
100%
(37)
13mi from Smithville · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
Experience the Magic of Our Urban Farm Retreat
Welcome to Eden East Farm -a five-acre working farm & gathering space just steps from downtown Bastrop. Rooted in deep agricultural history, this lush urban oasis is where the rhythm of nature meets the warmth of community.
Pitch your tent beneath the dappled shade of century-old pecan trees or nestle closer to the heartbeat of the farm, where compost turns to rich soil, vegetables thrive & life grows in every direction. Here, we grow over 40 varieties of hyper-seasonal produce... vibrant heirloom carrots, sweet peppers, okra, tomatoes, squash & more. Using you guessed it! Sustainable & regenerative practices.
Guests are invited to roam freely, visit our chickens & ducks, and soak up the real workings of farm life. You’ll likely see our farmer tending beds or our chef harvesting for lunch & dinner service, because this is more than a place to stay, it’s a living, breathing experience.
Fresh water are available year-round. Port-o-potties are provided during the spring & fall seasons when we host more guests and events.
AND while the farm feels like a peaceful hideaway, you're just one mile from Store House Eatery, our farm-to-table restaurant offering elegant dinners Wednesday through Sunday + lunch & brunch Wednesday through Sundays. All inspired by what’s growing right here.
Our on-site Farm Stand is open Wednesday & Saturday mornings from 9 to 1, where you can grab seasonal produce, house-made goods, and a taste of what’s to come. Keep an eye out for farm pop ups all year round!
Whether you’re here to unplug, connect with the land or enjoy a hyper-local meal under the stars, we invite you to slow down, dig in, and make yourself at home.
Campfires
Potable water
Picnic table
from
$30
/ night
Buescher State Park
4. Buescher State Park
83%
(3)
State park 6.2mi from Smithville · 57 sites
Woodlands and a small lake offer a quiet retreat in the Lost Pine Forest of central Texas.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
Bastrop State Park
5. Bastrop State Park
95%
(40)
State park 11mi from Smithville · 36 sites
Sleep under pine-filled forests just east of Austin.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
The Reserve at GreenLeaf
6. The Reserve at GreenLeaf
97%
(19)
13mi from Smithville · 4 sites
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!
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
$266
/ night
Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway
7. Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway
100%
(932)
21mi from Smithville · 13 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
GET AWAY without going FAR AWAY! Feels like the middle of nowhere, but it's only 25 miles to downtown Austin and 15 miles to the charming little town of Bastrop with its eateries, shops and historic buildings. Spend quiet nights in the country listening to the coyotes howl and the owls hoot. Hike the nearby Roughs (trailhead is 2 miles away) or book a river canoe or kayak trip with one of the local outfitters. Bring the family and have a weekend event under the trees and covered shade of our Pony Pavilion!
Hollis and her wonderful voice, great stories and powerful ukuleles now offer LIVE MUSIC by your very own campfire, for your private enjoyment. (See the EXTRAS category to book a $20/45 minute/weather-permitting show, or a 1-hour Ukulele lesson, or just get with Hollis when you show up at camp) Enjoy the park trails, the Happy Horse on-site Scavenger Hunt, the delightful maze of campground trails (on your bikes!) and the peace and quiet!
Happy Horse Hotel is on 22 acres conveniently located between Austin and Bastrop in the Pope Bend of the Colorado River. LCRA's fabulous McKinney Roughs Nature Park is 2 miles up the road, adjacent to the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort.
The camp area is 9 secluded, fenced and wooded acres laced with all-dirt flat biking and walking trails on our property. We encourage you to bring your bicycles along. The bird watching is great!
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
$45
/ night
3C Farm Rural Getaway
8. 3C Farm Rural Getaway
100%
(26)
22mi from Smithville · 1 site · Tent, RV
Welcome to our farm! We have plenty of animals to interact with, including dwarf goats, miniature cows and donkeys, potbelly pigs, turkeys/chickens/ducks, and even two emu! Bring a tent and come lay out under the stars next to a nice, warm fire pit.
Potable water
Picnic table
from
$39
/ night
Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres
9. Be the Bee @ Emerald Acres
95%
(33)
22mi from Smithville · 1 site
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.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from
$120
/ night
Lockhart State Park
10. Lockhart State Park
State park 34mi from Smithville · 20 sites
Small hidden gem campground close to Austin near famous Texas barbecue joints.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Lake Somerville State Park
11. Lake Somerville State Park
88%
(14)
State park 38mi from Smithville · 202 sites
Miles of lake and trails offer easy outdoor recreation in south central Texas.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
McKinney Falls State Park
12. McKinney Falls State Park
95%
(45)
State park 36mi from Smithville · 83 sites
Escape to nature, see waterfalls, and explore a historic homestead—all within Austin city limits.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Palmetto State Park
13. Palmetto State Park
95%
(11)
State park 39mi from Smithville · 38 sites
Escape to the tropics in Texas and enjoy lush greenery, a lake, and the San Marcos River.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR
14. Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR
90%
(595)
25mi from Smithville · 20 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
The Texas Music River Ranch is 111 acres located in the quaint village of Webberville, Texas, only 20 miles east of downtown Austin. The large oak and pecan trees amid the rolling green hills of this gorgeous ranch land are nestled on the banks of the lazy Colorado River.
Swim, kayak, or canoe...but there’s no better way to beat the legendary Texas heat than by grabbing an inner tube and enjoying a calm, steady float along a river known for an abundance of fossils and its wildlife. Bring your own tubes, kayaks and canoes, we are currently replenishing our inventory.
Or perhaps you prefer to fish the shady tree-lined banks. Either way, you'll see a variety of birds while you relax on or beside the cool waters of the Colorado River.
We're kid and dog friendly (leashes mandatory) and we love musicians. Bring an instrument and join us for an impromptu jam session in our special events room or around the campfire. Cook dinner on our BBQ pit. Firewood is available onsite
A few rules...
1. Check in is before sunset. We ask that all Hipcampers wait at gate for staff to guide you to your location for safety reasons. Contact us if you arrive ahead of schedule.
2. No wondering by the upper level cabins (these are private property). Showers are behind these cabins. Please respect staff spaces.
3. If you have an extra vehicle, please park it with your other vehicle.
4. If you have a 3rd extra vehicle, let us know and we will direct you where to park it.
5. Please be courteous of other campers space and road access.
6. All kids are free. If your kids are 17 and under do not add them or it will charge.
7. If you have an impairment please let us know before booking so that we can ensure a space is ready and suitable for you.
8. All dogs must be on leash. Please clean up your dogs Poop.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact our Office phone @ (512) 884-4345
Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm, Sunday 11am-6pm
We look forward to making your acquaintance and sharing our little piece of Central Texas heaven with you, your family, and your friends.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
River Ruff Resort
15. River Ruff Resort
98%
(86)
27mi from Smithville · 3 sites · Tents, RVs
Tent camp site close to the river can accommodate up to two tents. Water and electric close by. Outside shower and toilet at the laundry shed at the top of the bank. The river decks are shared with other residents and visitors. Kayaks, paddleboards, and 2 canoes are available for rent. You can fish, swim (at your own risk), grill and chill. You'll see other canoes and kayaks floating the Colorado River. Please ask before hanging hammocks on the deck (depends on other guests using deck).
Pets
Showers
Full hookups
from
$45
/ night
River Forest Haven
16. River Forest Haven
95%
(526)
27mi from Smithville · 36 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
River Forest Haven is a unique space that seeks to bring you closer to nature. We do not artificially light the camp and we strive to leave as much of the property in its natural state as we can. This provides a unique experience that is not your typical campground as we keep all of our campsites tucked under lush natural canopies. Car and tent camping works great! For most sites, you can easily drive up to your spot. Arrive, take a look around and settle into your site. We are always happy to deliver any of our items from our general store- just message us on HipCamp and we will come by.
With nearly half a mile of Colorado riverfront to swim, fish, toob, paddle-board, kayak, and canoe*, along with 30 acres to hike and explore, River Forest Haven is also a quick 20-minute drive from downtown Austin.THINGS OF NOTE: ⁃ cell phone service is mostly non-existent ⁃ firewood can be brought or bought, but not collected.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from
$30
/ night
Morrison Farm and Stables
17. Morrison Farm and Stables
93%
(74)
27mi from Smithville · 28 sites · Tents, RVs
A paradise for nature enthusiasts! With its vast acreage, picturesque ponds, diverse wildlife, and opportunities for camping, fishing, and horseback riding, it offers a perfect escape into the great outdoors. The option to enjoy campfires and provision of food and beverages adds to the allure of the experience. It seems like an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and adventure in a natural setting.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from
$28
/ night
Starlove Ranch & Animal Sanctuary
18. Starlove Ranch & Animal Sanctuary
100%
(78)
27mi from Smithville · 7 sites · Tents, RVs
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.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Showers
from
$36
/ night
Austonia RV
19. Austonia RV
100%
(45)
30mi from Smithville · 3 sites
Austonia sits on a beautiful 32 acre property purchased directly from a family that homesteaded it in the mid 1800s. The proximity to downtown while still feeling the country vibes is what captivated us.
We're keeping Austin weird by bringing the world of RV as close to Austin as possible. We have friendly onsite staff, huge concrete pad sites, strong WiFi, 100-amp power, water, and septic, garbage+recyle. Onsite Laundry Room with Washers and Dryers with an easy app based payment system. Restrooms with large Shower Suites. Fenced 1+ acre Dog Park for pups to play. Our Office also has private phone booths available for guests that need a quiet place to work.
We're about 15 minutes from downtown Austin and many event / music / trade venues. 3 miles from Circuit of the Americas track. More details at austonia.us and please note that event weekends may have higher prices and minimum required stays.
We're proud to be a small family owned business.
We look forward to hosting you!
Pets
Full hookups
from
$72
/ night
Secluded Treehouse/Spring Break Fun
20. Secluded Treehouse/Spring Break Fun
99%
(86)
34mi from Smithville · 1 site
Welcome to your own private holler—where magic hangs from the trees and time slows to a whisper.
Robin’s Nest is a real treehouse—built atop 7 oaks with no tape measure, no level, and no blueprints—just imagination, old wood, and 150-year-old treasures tucked into every corner. It’s not a house on sticks next to trees. It’s in the trees. And when you’re here, you’re not on our time. You’re on treehouse time.
This isn’t polished, modern luxury. It’s barefoot luxury. A dreamy, playful escape with simple comforts: a swinging queen daybed, open-air master bath in the tree with you, fire pit, cowboy hot tub, and a rope cargo net for lounging in the forest. There are trails to wander, frogs to sing you to sleep, and stars above.
Push open the double doors. Slide the futon against the handrail under the roof cover. Turn off the lights and leave only the fairy lights glowing. Across the pond, a spotlight shines on a little feeder, and if you’ve been quiet, you’ll see deer, raccoons, and other critters play in the dark—like a living storybook, better than TV. Leave the doors open. Let the cool AC wash over you. This moment is yours.
The entire holler is yours. No neighbors. No campers. No shared anything. Just you and the wild around you.
This land is a working wildlife sanctuary, cared for with 50 years of hands-on learning. Please don’t bring poisons—they hurt the good critters too. The yellow-and-black mud daubers? Harmless to humans, deadly to harmful spiders. The big harmless, banana spiders keep flies and mosquitos away. It's nature in balance.
If the pond’s low, bring a float or take our kayaks ten minutes away to a secret bend in the San Marcos River. We’ll share the pin.
Your close to town but, fully immersed in nature, so it's not ideal for small kids to wander alone. Ladders, beds, and trails aren’t built to code. Adults should be fit and wear sturdy shoes if going far from camp.
One night is fun. But your happy place deserves more than that.
This is your holler now.
Pets
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Campfires
from
$265
/ night
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
Emily
1 week ago
Tent
With pets
AJ’s land was quiet, serene, with river access in a couple different spots. Some areas were wide open and would probably be great for stargazing, and there was another area that we chose which had trees both huge and small. That area provided good shade and had a fire pit with a beautiful overlook of the lake. To get to the campsites, you pass through 5 gates total.
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Linh
1 week ago
16 ft car
With pets
This campsite is so cute! I went camping with my dog and woke up to birds! There’s much to explore around the creek and the owner was very nice.
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Nicholas
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
Very cool spot right by the river! If you’re looking for a short get away with a tent it’s perfect!
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Caro
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
We had a delightful time camping at Camp EZ for our kiddo's birthday! You arrive and the first thing you see after you park is a big wooden door with an eclectic sign (made of old license plates) that says CAMP EZ. Our son pushed the door open to reveal a gravel path (strewn with colorful glass gems) lined with campers, caravans, wooden cottages, oak trees (with chandeliers hanging in them!). The whole place has a magical fairy vibe and is filled with all sorts of odd and ends that the children were mesmerized by! As you walk along the path, you notice two sweet donkeys and a collection of goats in their pens happily snacking or snoozing. Then you'll see a lovely vegetable garden with plenty of happy chickens in their pen nearby. Your host James greets you and guides you to where your camping spot options are. Our boys picked a spot down by the creek with a picnic table! The bathrooms were tidy and decorated with vintage mermaid posters (our boys loved the mermaid/pirate vibes in each bathroom!). We used the outdoor kitchen to cook up our breakfast and coffee in the morning and we took an evening stroll along the path (which is lit up with all sorts of old lamps and lights in all different colors) before drifting off to sleep (a few urban noises like road noise, dogs barking, the occasional helicopter, cut through the peaceful atmosphere but as night came on, it was just the sound of crickets and the wind rustling through the trees). What a happy weekend, we will be back!
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Kat
2 weeks ago
Tent
With pets
This place was absolutely spectactular, serene and accommodating from every aspect. It was a home away from home. The amenities are all in close proximity. The owners and staff are so friendly, even going as far as coming for our trash every morning!
This place is kid and pet friendly AND off leash friendly. Our dogs had the greatest time of their life and didn’t need to be on their leash (please note our dogs are heavily trained, so for them it is an off leash oasis, but if your dogs are not recall trained maybe leash them as their are lots of pups around).
We will definitely be coming back soon!
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angela
2 weeks ago
Tent
loved staying here :) love the community kinda of feeling this placed has! as soon as you walk through the camp door it changed vibes into a completely different and beautiful place.
It was a EZ stay and a great place to camp <3
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Graham
2 weeks ago
Tent
Great spot to get away! Only thing to prepare for is getting there before dark to find an open spot. It can get confusing at night….
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Tyson
2 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Beautiful, private, and relaxing. Much needed peace and quiet in a very accessible retreat.
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Lucas
2 weeks ago
With kids
This is a unique spot with great amenities. We will return
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Jack
2 weeks ago
Tent
This is a wonderful spot! The hosts were incredibly responsive and accommodating. Facilities were top notch. The view incredible! We're definitely putting this on our "come back to" list!
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Cileena
3 weeks ago
Tent
With kids
Omg where to start! It wasn’t hard to find which was great. We did have to find our own site upon arrive and I actually liked that because it gave us a chance to really figure out where we wanted to put up our tents. Although we picked to be in the forest part of the camp site the walk to the beach or near the water for fishing was not bad at all. In my opinion the distance is perfect. The portal potty’s are clean!!! They have hot water!!! It was my daughter’s first time camping (shes 10) and she had a blast!! This is a great spot for beginners. Definitely a 10/10 and do recommend! There was only one thing I didn’t like which is not really the host fault but the neighbors dogs unfortunately did get out and got into our things even though it was closed up tightly so just be mindful of the animals around.
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Cameron
3 weeks ago
Tent
Absolutely amazing spot!! Outdoor kitchen and shower, very friendly host, sweet donkeys and goats. 10/10
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Baimurat
3 weeks ago
Weekend Trip to Matt B.’s Land Treehouse!!
This trip was mega cool. The tree house was super comfortable. To everyone considering there I have a message: there is a property full size bed in the tree house. The photos make it look like it's a tiny sofa and you can't sleep on it, but in reality it is a proper bed big enough for two people. Over all I would give this place 5 out of 4 stars.
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Trey
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Such a beautiful view and a great place to camp! Would recommend to anyone!
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Michael
3 weeks ago
Tent
Group trip
Excellent as always. You can't find a better camping situation in the Austin area!
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Giuseppe
March 2026
4 nights at Urban Hideout
Brent and Martina are some of the nicest people out there. My stay was wonderful and they made me feel very comfortable. I would definitely
recommend. Great location too. Thank you!
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Carly
March 2026
Weekend Trip to Breathe Deeply
We had a great experience. Landers was very accommodating and helpful. Although people were close by, everyone kept to themselves, and the campsite still felt private. His two dogs were so sweet and respectful to our two dogs (and us!). We would absolutely stay here again :)
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Eric
March 2026
Tent
With pets
My wife and l loved camping at Bridget's place. Beautiful property! Very peaceful and Bridget was so helpful! We loved fishing in the river! Perfect camping weekend! We will definitely recommend this place!
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Jessie
February 2026
Tent
Lovely spot nestled in Austin. All the amenities you need. Will definitely visit again. 10/10
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Clayton
February 2026
16 ft car
Group trip
Lots of great little spots to camp by fields or in the woods. Cool dry creek running through thy property. Plenty of space for large groups. Would definitely camp here again.
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