Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

Tent camping is all they offer here I believe. I went on solo weekend camp out and really enjoyed it. The grounds are nice. You are not allowed to hang anything from trees which is a bummer. You can hang things from the awnings but not every site has one. Keep that in mind is you plan on sleeping in a hammock. It was June so the mid-upper 90s are the norm. I woke up and hiked up Enchanted Rock for sunrise to avoid the heat and crowd. I was the only one up there! The rock itself is steep so good shoes are a must. The loop around is mostly flat and a nice mid morning/evening hike (summer). Most of the trails are in the sun so wear sunscreen and bring water! The weekends get very busy with day hikers so come early.

Expect a weekend camping trip here in the spring to be crowded. We also got the unlucky spot next to the restroom. Overall, off season I’m sure it’s a much nicer experience! We love enchanted rock and camping was easy to set up.

You'll realize how out of shape you are, but once at the top you forget everything

My fiancée and I had been scouring the enchanted rock website in hopes of finally getting a spot for camping. Just last week there was availability for just one night on a Tuesday. Honey and I grabbed our gear and headed out that very morning. Drove 3.5hrs from Dickinson, TX with more than enough time to hike out to our camp site, set up and catch an unbelievable sunset from one of the scenic lookouts.

To top it all off there was a small meteor shower which just so happened to be on that very night. The sky was clear, air was crisp and our sleeping bags laid out over the biggest rock we could find to fit both of us to cuddle up under the stars!

It did get down to 30-40 right before the sun came up and we definitely weren’t prepared because we planned on hiking the rest of the park with our gear on our backs. We both only had compression heat shirts and very thin long sleeves 😅Luckily it was the two of us and our body heat was just enough to get us through.

We had planned on waking up before the sun rose so we could get to the top of enchanted rock to catch the sunrise... but it was too cold for that lol

Even though we missed the sunrise we still managed to scoot all over the trails and take in a lot of sights. The trail from our campground was canyon rock trail and we couldn’t have picked a better one! There’s a small lake we just had to stop and sit for a while.. for how vast and dry it is out there, seeing a little oasis was a sight!

Further up the trail it’s easy to get lost if you don’t keep your eyes peeled for arrowheads but once you reach the halfway point it gets really fun! The trail cuts through huge boulders and climbing them was probably my favorite part of the whole trip.. aside from the view at the top of enchanted rock overlooking the whole park with my favorite person in the world 💕

10/10 would recommend getting your butts to this park! I know we’ll be seeing it again very soon- if we’re lucky enough to get another camping spot 🤣

My son and I tent camped at Enchanted Rock and we had a blast. We hiked continuously through the weekend. The high dome was hard but the perimeter trails and smaller dome were so fun. Rock climbing, caves and other fun activities. Texas classic.

It is actually a quicker hike than it looks. At first it looks intimidating for beginners, but before you know it, you are already halfway there. Also, if you really want to camp here, you have to reserve like a year in advance.

A friend and I went here on New Year's Eve Day. We hiked only, did not camp but I cannot wait to camp there. It was a great surprise to me that I had not been there before. Such a beautiful place with so much to see.

I have never seen so many stars! Most beautiful thing I have ever seen!

Great state park for a couple day visit. Good hiking trails. Disappointing that they closed the caves and do not allow dogs on the big rock anymore.

Spiritually uplifting

Hiked in late one night, trying to beat a large group of boyscouts to a good primitive campsite. We lucked out in Moss Lake campground. Set up camp at night and the next morning, we were treated to a a beautiful sunrise over a field of yellow daisies with Enchanted Rock in the distance. One of the most gorgeous campsites ever. I'm planning a return trip soon and hope the flowers are in bloom again!

The park itself gets crowded & that weekend the showers were out. There is a composting toilet near Moss Lake, so no shovel needed! The hike to the top of the rock is a bit strenuous but fun. Definitely recommend a visit & stay in the primitive campgrounds to get away from the crowds!

The campsites are nicely spaced and there are enough trees and bushes for some privacy. I arrived after dark, but was still able to find a campsite. They are close to E Rock, so you can just wake up and walk to the crags.

Omg! The stars are beautiful here! Plan to go camping when there will be a new moon. The night sky will be light up with billions of twinkling lights! Also, a great time to see the milky way and to watch for satellites passing by.

Hiking up Enchanted Rock is quite fun! There are so many ways to hike up to the top, blaze your own trail! There are caves all though the Rock, just make sure you bring a flashlight cause once you are deep inside it will be pitch black!

Of corse it is located in Texas so expect it to be cray hot in the summer and wet and windy in the winter. (we only have "two" seasons ; P lol). Either way, Enchanted Rock is a great weekend trip for the family, group of friends or just a personal retreat from the city.

Beautiful spot to hike and enjoy scenery.

The walk-in sites are really close together and the campground is pretty small. I recommend bringing your hiking pack and hiking a mile to the primitive sites, if you're able. They are much more scenic and you have more privacy from screaming children.

The primitive are also really close to bathrooms and the hiking trails.

This place is simply amazing and tou have to hike to the sumit qhere you can take in the view of the entire park.

This is a very popular park, so get there early if you want to get in. Do not attempt walking to the top of Enchanted Rock at night. It’s easy to get lost and you will probably fall and hurt yourself.

Morning to overnight campout.

Beautiful place with unique rock features. Gets crowded on the weekends. Arrive early for entry. It's not just one dome, but three. You can go off trail easily to explore. Do not climb the domes at night. There's a primitive campground behind the main dome near the lake. Don't carry too much when going to it since it requires scrambling. I camped in the main campground for car camping. Make reservations for that one well in advance.

Went here for a day trip to hike to the top of the rock. We got there right as the park opened because it tends to get full. Call ahead before you go to make sure they haven't closed the park to outside visitors. It was a little drizzly when we arrived but luckily I had good shoes on to be able to go to the top. It started to clear up and it was a fantastic hike. I will definitely be back to camp and explore more of the park.

Camped on a Thursday night so there weren't as many people at the park which was nice. Hiked to the peak for an amazing sunset then hiked back up to the peak at 11pm and I can't even describe how many stars you could see. It was very windy at the top but the view of all the stars was incredible and worth the second trip up that evening. Definitely recommend camping at enchanted rock during the week if possible and late night summit hike. Also just be careful cause we heard coyotes in the distance and always be aware for snakes.

This is one of my favorite state parks. I camped here over the weekend and got miles of hiking in. Making it to the summit of the rock is challenging, but worth it. Camping is great, although you are required to book two days for some reason even if you can only stay for one. If you're coming for just a day hike, get there early as it can fill up fast.

Enchanted Rock is one of the coolest parks in the Austin area. The giant rock outcropping is a blast to hike, and you can't beat the view. The stars there are amazing as well. The lack of artificial lights makes for an incredible star show every night. The park isn't huge however, and I think one or two is probably the best length of time to spend there. For a weekend trip though, Enchanted Rock is great.

Enchanted Rock is a huge dome of granite the rises up from the mostly flat area of Texas. It makes for a great afternoon hike or overnight camping trip, has excellent facilities, and is large enough for you to have a taste of nature.

There are two campgrounds, one is a hike in campground with a 1-3 mile hike, and the other you can drive up to. While there are usually some people up late talking, it's a pretty quiet campground. There is zero traffic noise, and if the moon is up you can go up on the rock and have a magical night.

Beware the summer nights in Texas. I went camping here in July and it was really too much. It doesn't seem to cool down at all at night. I think the granite holds the heat. Come in spring or fall for the best time. Reserve your site online well in advance.