Del Rio sits along the Mexican border in southwest Texas where the Devils River meets the Rio Grande, surrounded by limestone hills and desert landscapes. The region experiences hot summers with temperatures often exceeding 100°F and mild winters, making year-round camping possible. Several campgrounds in the area offer cabin accommodations for those seeking shelter from the elements while exploring the region's natural attractions.
What to do
Swimming and water activities: Lake Amistad National Recreation Area offers exceptional swimming opportunities, particularly at Diablo East's Scuba Cove. According to Jacob W., who stayed at American Campground: "I swam at beautiful lake Amistad at scuba cove at Diablo east. I post photos of nearby beautiful Lake Amistad, because I did not take any photos of American Campground."
Hiking trails: Devils River State Natural Area features several trails including a challenging 12-mile loop. Rich S. notes: "Not many hiking trails, but the ones there are awesome. The river and Finegan Springs are AMAZING." Trails vary in difficulty, with some requiring stream crossings.
Bird watching: Broke Mill RV Park includes bird watching blinds among its amenities. Mark mentions, "It is well kept with the usual amenities but also has a hiking trail and bird watching blinds. It's above my level of expectation for the price."
Stargazing: The remote location of some campgrounds provides excellent night sky viewing. Justin D. recommends: "Stargazing is great and worth the drive to the park. Enjoy it." The lack of light pollution at Devils River State Natural Area creates optimal conditions for astronomy enthusiasts.
What campers like
Concrete pads: RVers appreciate the level sites at Laughlin AFB FamCamp, as Chris L. mentions: "Nice concrete level sites. Easy access. The sites are large with short fence sections between."
Clean facilities: Fort Clark Springs Camping World maintains their bathhouses well. Robert H. notes: "Bath house is concrete floors but the water is hot and the facilities sufficient. Love the live oaks and the manager John is a great guy."
River access: The pristine waters of Devils River draw many visitors. Justin D. describes it as "pristine, clear, see-through untouched river system. Alligator gar and other fish are visible from the river side."
Peaceful environment: The isolation at Devils River State Natural Area Del Norte Unit creates a unique camping experience. Rich S. shares: "The campsites are so spread out, you can run a generator all night if you wanted to, and not a soul except the coyotes would hear it."
What you should know
Remote locations: Some campgrounds require significant travel on unpaved roads. Deborah C. warns about Devils River: "This park is VERY remote, a 22 mile dirt road is required to get to the park and it takes about 90 minutes to traverse that road."
Limited amenities: Cabin camping near Del Rio, Texas often means planning ahead for supplies. Justin D. advises: "Top off your gas tank before you go to the park... there is no gas station within 1.5hrs or so of the park itself. Bring extra gas with you if you can."
Access challenges: Not all sites are easily accessible. Justin D. notes: "There is no vehicle access to the river. You basically drive from the campsite to a parking lot and then hike to the river about 1.5miles up two steep inclines and then down a hill to the river."
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