Comfort, Texas sits at 1,400 feet elevation in the heart of Texas Hill Country, surrounded by limestone hills and cypress-lined waterways. Winter temperatures average 40-60°F while summer days frequently reach 95°F with low humidity. The region's diverse terrain creates opportunities for both riverside camping and elevated sites with different wildlife viewing opportunities.
What to do
Riverside recreation access: At By the River RV Park, visitors can enjoy easy river entry points. "We watched the ducks fly in every evening, along with a lovely blue heron. Turtles have their own little island. We watched the bats swarm the evening sky eating their fill," notes Shirley S., who appreciated the natural setting.
Family water activities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Guadalupe River offers extensive water features beyond just river access. "The water park was a blast. Place was extremely clean. The pool area was closed every 2 hours so they could spray disinfectant," reports Toby L., adding that the "grounds were really spectacular."
Hiking trail networks: Find trails of varying difficulty levels within a 30-minute drive. "Kerrville park has great in town trails. Guadalupe River access & nice warm showers in the restrooms," notes Kevin H., who enjoyed the convenience of Kerrville-Schreiner Park for day hikes.
What campers like
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Early morning and dusk provide prime wildlife spotting times. "We saw a deer, squirrels, and even a herd of blackbuck antelope," reports Jackie R. at Kerrville-Schreiner Park, mentioning that site #121 had a "feral cat shelter, which we saw several of the cats and one caretaker stop by."
Abundant shade at premium sites: Summer heat protection is crucial in this region. "Sites are well maintained, and the bathrooms are very clean and well kept. It's near the Guadalupe River as well as other Hill Country attractions which makes this a good location," shares David L., who recommends the hill side of the park.
Clean, spacious campsites: Campers value well-maintained facilities. "Very enjoyable campsite. We stayed for a month in March/April. The resort offered nightly activities like dinners and live music during their winter months which was enjoyable for us," reports Ashley H. about Old River Road RV Resort, noting the "spacious sites" and "plenty of options for big rigs."
What you should know
Site selection importance: Choose carefully based on noise preferences. "We stayed down by the river. The road was real close to the site that we stayed in. Overall the campgrounds are nice well maintained and not stacked on top of each other," notes Brad E., who recommends the "upper hillside" for a quieter stay at Kerrville-Schreiner Park.
Gate access after hours: Security features require planning. "Remember to check in at the Ranger station over on the river side because you will need a gate code to access the hill side of the park," advises David L., highlighting an important logistical consideration for late arrivals.
Aircraft noise at some campgrounds: Lady Bird Johnson RV Park has proximity to small aircraft operations. "It's also fun to watch the airplanes at the nearby airport. Family and dog friendly," notes Jackie R., who found the noise level acceptable despite mentioning that "sites are close together, gravel, and not all are level."
Tips for camping with families
Playground accessibility: Select sites near recreational areas for convenience. "This park has amenities for the whole family. Two pools, including a heated indoor pool and hot tub. Two play grounds and one of them is covered and located next to a jump pad," reports Maegen N. at Old River Road RV Resort.
Seasonal activities scheduling: Holiday weekends feature special programming. "We took the kids in mid-October and they had a great time with all of the Halloween festivities. There were so SO many people there. Such a kid-friendly place; tons to do to keep them busy & entertained," shares Opal C. about her experience at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Guadalupe River.
River safety preparations: Water levels vary seasonally with lower levels in late summer. "The river can be a source of a lot of fun and also traffic. Check the Weather! The river's flow is directly affected by the amount of rainfall," advises Crystal C. at Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds, suggesting families monitor conditions before arrival.
Tips from RVers
Leveling requirements: Many sites need adjustment equipment. "Most sites had a stone or wood picnic table, shady trees, and a fire ring," notes Jackie R. about Kerrville-Schreiner Park, but warns "many of the sites did not look level at all and required a fair amount of blocks to lift one side."
Full hookup location planning: Plan RV positioning carefully. "The utilities are towards the back of the site, and we needed 15' for sewer, 20' for water, and 20' for electric," reports MickandKarla W. at Lady Bird Johnson RV Park, providing specific measurements that help with setup preparation.
Privacy considerations: Some sites offer better separation. "We spent a long weekend at Bending Oaks Ranch RV Resort just outside Fredericksburg. Sites are spacious and those in the back half of the park were extremely well shaded with huge oak trees. We were buried among the trees in site H2 and absolutely loved it," shares Lori B., highlighting the value of researching specific site locations.
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