Sparrow Bend River Retreat

96%

550 reviews

· Pipe Creek, Bandera, Texas

8 acres hosted by Angela P.

2 lodging sites · 2 RV sites · 6 tent sites

Best in Texas: 1st place

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Best tent sites: Finalist

Named one of the best Hipcamps to visit in 2023.

Sparrow Bend River Retreat is a beautiful 8 acre multi-site vacation rental property with camping, RV sites and 2 vacation homes. With a private 300yard stretch of the crystal-clear, spring fed MEDINA RIVER your party will spend the day exploring its majestic cliffs and coves, paddling/floating the river (tubes and kayaks for rent), splashing in the shallows, playing yard games on the lawn or sunbathing on a massive bolder. Enjoy a delicious and memorable dinner in Lakehills (15min), Bandera (20min) or Boerne (25min). Or stay in and grill out over the fire, or at the provided grill. Camp sites each have a customized picnic table for you convenience. Spend you evening sharing laughs around the provided firepit as you take in the dazzling canopy of stars. (Firewood available for sale) Our family has always dreamed of hosting a place for families and friends to come enjoy nature however we would have never dreamed of finding a property as unique and beautiful as this. A lake when the water is high, a beautiful river when the waters low. All crowned by a majestic limestone bluff, complete with boulders, coves and endless room for adventures. This land was once a part of a wagon trail along the river and, if you're lucky, you can still find arrowheads along the paths. The property is gated with a high privacy fence along the neighboring borders for security.

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96% Recommend1103 ratings · 550 reviews

Sparrow Bend Riverfront offers a serene natural setting with standout views of the river and surrounding wildlife, making it a popular spot for campers seeking tranquility. The campsite is well-maintained, featuring clean restrooms and hot showers, with friendly and accommodating hosts. While most guests enjoy a peaceful atmosphere, some mention noise disruptions from neighboring dogs during the night. Overall, it's an inviting location for those looking to unwind by the water and enjoy outdoor activities like fishing and stargazing.

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Shantell N.

5 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Beautiful spot!

14 ft pop-up camper · With pets ·

Slot 2

We had a great time :) We loved that you can rent tubes and stuff which provided for something for us to do. The spot is beautiful and the water is just a quick walk away. We had a rough go during our stay though, with our neighbors in a cabin not abiding by the quiet time of 10pm, so we did not sleep. The 2nd night of our stay, there was a LOUD fight, loaded with profanity in the middle of the night coming from the same cabin. They also left their string lights on the entire night which beamed right into our camper windows :) We were able to commiserate with our RV neighbors (haha) who were kept up as well. There were also lots of dogs barking and howling nearby. I was surprised with how small our parking area was, and how close it is to the cabin. In addition, when we arrived someone from the cabin was parked very close to our RV space, infringing on our zone quite a bit until they moved the car. This spot may be better for the cabins & less so for campers in tents and Rv's.

Julie T.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

25 ft travel trailer ·

Slot 2

We enjoyed our RV slot 2. Our son and family enjoyed a tent site near the river. The kids had a great time playing in the river. It was a relaxing atmosphere.

Lee R.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent ·

Riverfront 4

Great campsite on the river! Easy to find our spot, clean bathrooms, and responsive hosts. Highly recommend!

Melanie K.

4 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Riverfront 3

Sparrow Bend is a hidden gem! Angela was an amazing host and the grounds were immaculate. The shower house and toilets were well kept and easily accessible. Riverfront 3 is the closest spot to the river and an absolutely stunning view. There’s no natural shade at this spot so if you come in the heat of summer, bring your own shade! We made use of the firewood that was available, that was very convenient. The sight is pet friendly and we enjoyed being in the river with our two dogs. Will definitely be back!

Margaret T.

9 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· March 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Riverfront 1

Our family tent camped at site 1 near the water. We have been here before and we were happy to return! We appreciate how quick the host is to respond to any questions. The kids had fun in the water. The restrooms and property were clean and well maintained. We hope to be back again soon!

Kyle N.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Forest 1

beautiful campgrounds and clean restrooms. definitely coming back!

Location

Pipe Creek, Bandera, Texas, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Jumanos, Coahuiltecan, Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache), and Tonkawa First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking