16 acres hosted by Sylvia A.
We purchased this beautiful slice of Guadalupe River paradise as a getaway for our family and 2 young children. It was completely undeveloped, heavily wooded river bottom land. On our first trip to tour the property we came unprepared in shorts and tennis shoes with our 2-week old baby; it was so dense only Will made it down to see the river. It was so beautiful we decided to put in an offer to purchase immediately, before we both even had a chance to see it!! Since then we've been working hard to clear roads/campsites and designing & permitting for future amenities. Our main goal is to preserve the natural beauty of the land and habitat for all the woodland inhabitants and maintain the park-like atmosphere.
Learn more about this land:
**We are currently closed for the fall/winter season for improvements to our property** Riverfront tent camping in the shade of rustling sycamores or under towering walnut trees. Relax and enjoy the crystal-clear Guadalupe River from a 600’ long private, grassy beach, or bring your own kayak/canoe/paddle board for a more active adventure along our 1500' of private river frontage. Bring your binoculars or camera to catch a view of white-tail deer, woodpeckers, red tailed hawks, owls, wild hogs, vultures, and more!
We have 3 designated campsites for tent camping available. To preserve privacy and tranquility, we limit guests to 1 tent/4 people/1 vehicle per site. Each site has a wood burning fire ring/grill and is accessible by car. **NOTE the roads may become inaccessible during heavy or extended periods of rain, so 4x4 may be required or campers can reschedule for better weather.** There is NO power/potable water/restroom. We provide a pop-up privacy tent with portable toilet bucket, toilet paper and waste bags for each campsite, and you must pack out all waste and trash with you. Bring your own firewood or collect fallen wood on property (there is plenty).
Dogs are allowed, on the leash at all times and campers must pick up all pet waste and pack out. No aggressive breeds or excessive barkers. If you are uncertain, please check with me before booking.
Please help us respect the land and our neighbors!!! No glass bottles. No ground fires. No loud music. No trespassing (you may access the river only from our land, please do not enter neighbors’ land. The river is public, the shores are private).
We do not allowing driving on the beach area/by the water. The soil is extremely sandy and you will get stuck. There is a dirt road that goes near the water so you can drive down, drop your gear near the water, and turnaround and park back at your campsite. There is limited parking close to the river.
We have some beautiful day use sites by the river but do not allow bookings for overnight stays at these sites due to possibility of flooding during heavy rains. If you are interested in camping closer to the water, please check with us when you arrive and we'll see if the forecast is favorable to allow you to move campsites.
We are working to improve the roads. In the event of heavy rains the roads may be impassible without a 4x4 vehicle, including the road in/out of the property.
The owners will be on the property at most times. If you see us, we would love for you to say hi and to hear more about you and your thoughts about our site. Our Airstream and shop/storage area is off-limits to campers at this time. We are actively maintaining the land and building some exciting new amenities, so please be aware this will be ongoing during your stay. We try to set the campsites away from our work areas so you should not be disturbed, but you may see us mowing or trimming near your site.
For larger groups, you may make multiple reservations to account for the number of campers (4 per reservation), and we can put you all together at a larger campsite.
A few safety precautions...
-This area is prone to flooding so always check the forecast and evacuate in the event of severe weather. There is a nearby flood siren tested weekly, every Saturday at noon. IF YOU HEAR THE FLOOD SIREN at any other time, LEAVE IMMEDIATELY. We will contact all campers via HipCamp messaging when/if we are alerted of flood warnings.
-Always keep a sharp eye out for snakes! Snakes are often found under rocks, fallen limbs, in the leaf litter, hidden in tall, grassy and brushy areas, in areas mice or rats may be such as trash, brush and rock piles, and stacked lumber. Look where you step and said to never reach under rocks or into holes or other blind crevices.
-The river is swift in some areas and there may be underwater obstructions. Swim at your own risk, always supervise children, and wear personal floatation devices as required by boating laws or as recommended for swimmers.
-Be on the lookout for poison ivy and avoid if you're allergic.
YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAIVER AT THE BEGINNING OF YOUR STAY
