Best Tent Camping near Bend, TX

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Best Tent Sites Near Bend, Texas (15)

    1. Colorado Bend State Park Campground

    33 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (325) 628-3240

    $13 - $75 / night

    "This park has a variety of campsites available- hike in, walk in, and RV. Hike in sites are approximately a mile from parking and are primitive."

    "This park is definitely a great primitive Park to go to. The only bathrooms here are out houses. be prepared because there's no service or Internet no water no hookups. Totally primitive."

    2. North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park

    17 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (800) 792-1112

    $13 - $23 / night

    "This park offers drive-up, walk-in, hike-in primitive and group campsites. "

    "The walk-in campsites are beautiful. They are well spaced and quite close to the river. The have lattern post, a picnic bench and a fire ring."

    3. River Backpack Area — Colorado Bend State Park

    3 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    6 miles
    Website
    +1 (325) 628-3240

    $10 / night

    "If you like to hike in the back country this is an excellent park. It is secluded and once you go through the gates expect to travel around 6~7 miles to reach the campsites."

    "The trail there is almost perfectly flat you could definitely bicycle in and out. It’s nice to be right on the river and out of the hustle and bustle of a main camping area."

    4. Windmill Backback Area — Colorado Bend State Park

    2 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (325) 628-3240

    $10 / night

    "Super beautiful. we walked around at the bottom for a while and found other pretty rock formations and things to look at."

    "There is a great loop you can do around the entire park if you want to backpack it all. It was very hot when we went, we recommend going on a cooler day ;)"

    5. Cedar Point Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Buchanan Dam, TX
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 473-3366

    "The campsite was nice and clean with a fire ring and a charcoal grill. The water was a little low but if you plan on doing a lot of swimming, bring water shoes."

    "This is a small, quiet park w/ 9 total campsites all right on the lake. Sites 1-3 are larger and more secluded while 4-9 are closer together on a peninsula."

    6. Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    28 Reviews
    Willow City, TX
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 685-3636

    $14 - $20 / night

    "Once you walk about 20 feet, you’ll be in complete darkness without a light."

    "You'll be walking on solid granite. During the summer the temperatures rise sharply and there is limited shade to rest under on the summit."

    7. Grenwelge Park

    3 Reviews
    Llano, TX
    26 miles

    "We stayed here the evening of 2/16/20 thanks to location being shared by first reviewer. Great spot as described."

    8. Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    24 Reviews
    Willow City, TX
    45 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 685-3636

    $14 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    9. Shaffer Bend Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    Spicewood, TX
    43 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 473-3366

    "The site we had was walking distance to the sandy beach of lake Travis. Great fishing and the sand carrier up so it’s a soft bedding for the evening. Lots of tree cover to help combat the sun."

    "We set up at site 15 it has an awesome view of the river/lake and it’s walking distance down to the waters edge. Great spot to fish for some bass or take a dip in the water."

    10. Tejas Park

    10 Reviews
    Liberty Hill, TX
    49 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 930-5253

    $10 - $16 / night

    "I've camped at this campground a number of times while hiking around The Goodwater Trail.

    There is a basic restroom with toilets. There is a water faucet near the Park Host's trailer."

    "Park Review

    Tejas Park sits on the south side of Georgetown Lake in the Hill Country of Texas."

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Tent Camping Reviews near Bend, TX

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Guide to Bend

Bend, Texas, offers a variety of tent camping options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in nature. With scenic views and numerous activities, it's a perfect getaway for those seeking adventure.

Tent campers should check out Colorado Bend State Park Campground

  • The Colorado Bend State Park Campground features tent sites along the river, providing a serene environment for camping and relaxation.
  • Enjoy hiking on miles of trails that lead to scenic spots and waterfalls, making it a great choice for nature lovers.
  • Facilities include drinking water, picnic tables, and composting toilets, ensuring a comfortable camping experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular tent campsite near Bend, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Bend, TX is Colorado Bend State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 33 reviews.

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