Pecans on the Paluxy - River Views

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367 reviews

· Glen Rose, Somervell, Texas

5 acres hosted by Paul B.

5 RV/tent sites

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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Pitch your tent or boondock your RV on the Paluxy River under giant pecan trees. Enjoy the scenic view of our beautiful river. Our private property is located near the historic square of glen rose but feels like you are miles away in the country. Have fun kayaking, swimming, fishing, or just sit back and enjoy the views. We have 5 different spacious sites to choose from. Most have a tree break area in-between for privacy. Or rent all 5 and have the entire property to yourself. Updated river photos will be posted on our Facebook page, or message me for updates. Unfortunately, I'm not able to control the river. It goes up and down depending on rain and temperatures. The river gets pretty low during July and August. Wheeler Branch Reservoir(only a few miles from camp) is a great spot to swim and fish when the river water levels are lower. Very small lake that is good for swimming and kayaking with a dock, clear waters. We have 5 different sites. All of them overlook the Paluxy River, have rock fire pits, seating areas, patios, and stairs down to riverbed. You will have access to one of the most beautiful parts of the Paluxy River. During drought conditions and high temperatures I always recommend keeping your head above water and avoiding stagnant areas in the river. In order to reserve a spot you must be 21 or over. This is not a extremely remote place where you can party and go crazy. We want everyone to be able to sit back, relax and enjoy the views. Site Big Pecan: This is the farthest site upriver and has one of the largest pecan trees I've ever seen. The trees provide great shade cover during the summer. This site has an awesome rock patio seating area with 2 wooden Adirondack chairs overlooking the river with stairs to provide easy access down into the water. It also has a rock firepit with 2 wooden Adirondack chairs on a rock patio. Also includes a kids sand box, and a picnic table with shade umbrella, and numerous extras available to rent. Site 1 Limestone ledge: Firepit seating area overlooking the river with 4 Adirondack chairs and a shade umbrella, separate rock patio closer to the water overlooking the river with 2 wooden rocking chairs, stairs down to riverbed, huge pecan trees, kids play set with sand box, 1 picnic table, shade umbrella, and a 10' x 10' raised tent deck platform overlooking the river. Site 2: Firepit seating area overlooking limestone riverbed with 3 Adirondack chairs, picnic table with a shade umbrella, 10' x 10' raised tent / deck platform, stairs down to riverbed and shallow area of the river for kids to play. Awesome view of the river with trees / shrubs on each side for privacy. Site 3: Firepit seating area overlooking the riverbed, 2 wooden Adirondack chairs, 2 picnic tables, 1 shade umbrella, 2 sets of rock stairs to the riverbed, shallow area of the river for kids to play. Awesome view of the river with trees / shrubs on each side for privacy. Site 4 Farthest site downstream. Nice rock patio overlooking the river with two wooden rocking chairs. Easy access for RVs and trailers. Rock stairs to the river for easy access. Fire pit with rock patio around it with 4 wooden Adirondack chairs. Picnic table with shade umbrella. Kids sand box. Shallow areas for kids to play in the river. Deeper fishing hole about 100 feet down river. Great area to sit in the river with a lawn chair. Awesome view of the river with trees / shrubs on each side for privacy. A lot of people buy two sites for more privacy and room for larger groups. For example, many purchase Big Pecan and site 1 together. Or sites 2 and 3. kayaks, wood, outdoor games, frisbee golf baskets and disc, grill and utensils, propane firepit, and other extras available for rent. Please select those during checkout Tips: Bring river shoes, nose plugs, swimming essentials. Parts of the river can be very slippery. Bring life jackets, especially for children. Bring the essentials for any camping trip including: sunscreen, bug spray, anti-itch meds, etc. Chairs and sunshades to sit in the river are always popular. The Paluxy river ranges from just a few inches deep to 5 feet deep in our camping area. There are more swimming holes a little deeper up and downstream. Water is available at the entrance. No restroom - pack in, pack out. Bring your own potty and water. If you are not familiar with dry camping do some research. There are all types of methods for restrooms, heating, cooling, etc. available now to make it enjoyable. Dogs are allowed on leash. Please do not allow your dog to roam freely if they are aggressive in nature. Clean up after them. Cancellation Policy: You may cancel up to 3 days before your stay for a full refund. Weekends during peak seasons (March - June & September - November) are non-refundable unless canceled and another camper reserves the site. I do offer partial refunds for extreme weather conditions. Activities Nearby: Dinosaur Valley State Park (Hiking, Biking, Swimming) - 4.5 miles Fossil Rim Wildlife Center (Drive through the park) - 3.9 miles Historic Glen Rose Square (Eat, shop) - .5 miles Big Rocks Park (Free, Kids love to crawl on the huge boulders and wade in the river) - 1.3 miles Oakdale Park (Swimming pool, playground) - 1.4 miles Paluxy Heritage Park / River Walk (Free, Pretty walk, Connects to Big Rocks dam)- 1.2 miles Somervell County Museum (Free, donation) - .7 miles Wheeler Branch Reservoir - (small lake, good kayak fishing, clear)Expo Center (Rodeos, dog shows, different events depending on schedule) Places to eat:*Hammonds BBQ - 2 miles*Sexton Feed Mill Grill/Bar (River View) - .7 miles Los Primos Mexican Food/Bar - 1.7 miles*Mama Mia Mexican Cuisine -*Riverhouse Grill (Lil more upscale) - .4 miles*The Green Pickle (Hamburgers) - .7 milesLa Vita Italian Food - .7 miles*Big Cup Eatery (Breakfast, Dinner) - .9 miles* Storiebook Cafe (Sandwiches, wraps)- .8 miles Beehive Cafe - (hamburgers, Mexican food)Simple Simons (Pizza, calzones) -Snyder's Tavern Bar - .5 miles Blackies Bar/Grill - .7 miles Bull Lion Ranch Winery - .7 miles*Shoo-Fly Soda Shop (Ice-cream, pies) - .7 miles*Loco Coyote Grill/Bar (BBQ) - 8.8 miles Crave Bakery (coffee, pastries) - .8 miles*Grounded Coffee Shop (Coffee, salad bar)Debbie’s Restaurant (Breakfast) -Tiger Corner (Pastries, Sandwiches) -Subway -Sugar Biscuits (Lil Everything) -Teriyaki Chinese Food -Sunshine Doughnuts - *Rough Creek Lodge (upscale reservations, lunch $25, Dinner $125) - 15 miles*Overlook Cafe Fossil Rim (Free by bypassing main entrance, hamburgers, awesome view, petting zoo, gift shop) - 4 miles 7-Eleven Laredo Taco -Tacote (breakfast burritos, lunch) Cancellation Policy: You have until 3 days before your arrival to cancel for a full refund. This is strictly enforced for weekends or holidays. Credits for future stays are not available due to insurance reasons. Cancel as soon as you can. If you cancel after the 3 day period, but I am able to fill the site a refund will be given minus any fees incurred. Please understand there is only 5 sites at this location. A late cancellation hurts our business and those families that wanted to reserve a spot.

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99% Recommend666 ratings · 367 reviews

This campsite offers a delightful blend of seclusion and convenience, with easy access to the river and nearby town amenities. Visitors appreciate the well-planned setup, including fire pits, tent decks, and river steps, which enhance the overall camping experience. Families particularly enjoy the kid-friendly features like sandboxes and playgrounds, while the natural beauty and river activities, such as kayaking, are consistently praised. A few mentions of road noise and proximity to other sites suggest varying levels of privacy, but the majority of campers find the area relaxing and well-maintained.

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Jeff H.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

6 m toy hauler ·

Site 4 - Patio w/ River View

Had a great time with family at this site. We had three of the 5 spaces and they all were great. We will be back

Chris L.

7 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Site 3 is for me!

Tent · With kids ·

Site 3 - Patio w/ River View

We loved Site 3! The site is large is space and quiet. The only thing we could partially hear was a generator from site 2 but that’s about it. The water was cool and clear. Although kayaks are available to rent, right in front of site 3 is very shallow and best for pool noodles and inflatable tubes. Water shoes are recommended but not required. My 3 year old had a blast jumping in the water. The water picket was extremely close to refill our jugs. My only concerns would be the ants and how to combat them next time. There were a lot of red ants and it made it tough to sit anywhere without worrying about my legs. We saw 2 snakes that didn’t bother us but definitely scared the girls. Hahah. Other than that, my family had a blast and we would definitely book again!

Matt D.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

A True Texas Gem!!

Tent ·

Big Pecan - Patio w/River View

We had an absolute blast at Pecans on the Paluxy! The campground is easy to find, well maintained, and Paul was very easy to get ahold of and responsive to all of our requests! Make sure you get the kayaks because the river is so much fun to explore! We fished, enjoyed a campfire under the stars, found some creek beds to walk into, and had a great family bonding time!

Kayla S.

1 month on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent · With kids ·

Site 1 - Pecan Trees & Patio

Such a beautiful experience! My son is two and this was his second time camping. The first time was a fail, but this time was smooth sailing. The playground on site made the biggest difference for us. Thank you again!

Brittany G.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Site 1 - Pecan Trees & Patio

The campsite was great! It had a great view of the river with easy access stairs leading down to it. Our kids enjoyed the playground and playing in the sand! The area was close to town but didn’t feel that way when you were out there!

Daniela M.

1 year on Hipcamp

Recommends

· May 2025

Tent · With pets ·

Site 2 - Firepit w/River View

We loved this place! Very clean, peaceful and the river was perfect! The extra hammock is worth it. For the bird’s Fan, bring some food to put in bird’s feeder, you would be delight!

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Glen Rose, Somervell, Texas, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking