Best Tent Camping near Helotes, TX

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Best Tent Sites Near Helotes, TX (15)

    Camper-submitted photo from Government Canyon State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Government Canyon State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Government Canyon State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Government Canyon State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Government Canyon State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Government Canyon State Natural Area

    1. Government Canyon State Natural Area

    15 Reviews
    43 Photos
    86 Saves
    Helotes, Texas

    On the north side of San Antonio lies a 12,000-acre wil­der­ness that protects the city’s drinking water. You’ll find your own “Recharge Zone” in this vast urban refuge.

    Government Canyon State Natural Area offers more than 40 miles of trails. You can also camp, attend a program or guided hike, geocache, picnic, take nature photos and look for birds and other wildlife. Your kids will connect with “natural fun” at our playscape and Discovery Trail.

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents

    $18 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park

    2. Wagon Ford Walk-In Area — Guadalupe River State Park

    3 Reviews
    13 Photos
    54 Saves
    Spring Branch, Texas

    These sites are on a river terrace above the Guadalupe River in the Wagon Ford walk-in tent area. Water is located near the restroom walkway. You must carry all camping items in and out (up to 100 yards). No generators are allowed. Picnic table, Tent pad, Water nearby, Restrooms nearby, Fire ring with grill

    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Picnic Table

    $15 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Guadalupe
    Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Guadalupe
    Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Guadalupe
    Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Guadalupe
    Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Guadalupe
    Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Guadalupe

    3. Son’s Guadalupe

    3 Reviews
    12 Photos
    26 Saves
    New Braunfels, Texas
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • Tents
    • No image available

      4. Jacobs Creek

      1 Review
      20 Saves
      Abiquiu Lake, New Mexico

      This recreation area is part of Canyon Lake

      • Phone Service
      • Tents
      • Picnic Table
      • Alcohol
      Camper-submitted photo from North Park
      Camper-submitted photo from North Park
      Camper-submitted photo from North Park
      Camper-submitted photo from North Park
      Camper-submitted photo from North Park
      Camper-submitted photo from North Park

      5. North Park

      1 Review
      7 Photos
      44 Saves
      Canyon Lake, Texas

      Overview

      North Park is only open Friday at 3pm until Sunday at 2pm April 1 - Sept 30. The Park is a primitive campground and each site comes with a picnic table, grill, fire ring, and access to the lake.

      Recreation

      Canyon Lake has become well known for boating, swimming, scuba diving, and so much more.

      Natural Features

      North Park is perched on top of a limestone bluff overlooking the beautiful blue waters of Canyon Lake.

      Contact Info

      For facility specific information, please call (830) 964-3341.

      Charges & Cancellations

      The reservation system sets all change and cancellation fees.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Drinking Water
      • Toilets

      $20 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from White Bluff Big Rock
      Camper-submitted photo from White Bluff Big Rock
      Camper-submitted photo from White Bluff Big Rock
      Camper-submitted photo from White Bluff Big Rock
      Camper-submitted photo from White Bluff Big Rock
      Camper-submitted photo from White Bluff Big Rock

      6. White Bluff Big Rock

      1 Review
      19 Photos
      68 Saves
      Bandera, Texas
      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Group
      • Dispersed

      $120 - $160 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX
      Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX
      Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX
      Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX
      Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX
      Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX

      7. Bankersmith, TX

      1 Review
      9 Photos
      26 Saves
      Fredericksburg, Texas

      Camp sites are in a large cow pasture across the street from Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon. Please don't come expecting Yosemite or the Ritz Carlton. This is as primitive as it gets. Conveniently located in Fredericksburg, Texas off the famous and beautiful Old Highway 9. A short 7 miles from downtown Fredericksburg, these primitive RV and primitive campsites are close to Luckenbach, the Old Bat Tunnel and Alamo Springs Burger. In fact the campsite is directly across the street and a short walking distance to the historic Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon. Guests can enjoy this Texas Original with concerts, festivals most weekends or even just by stopping by for live music(played daily) and a cold drink. The Saloon is open 7 days a week! Campers are of course allowed to bring in food or drink on the campgrounds but it may be easier to enjoy the food from Bankersmith’s Restaurant and Full Bar literally across the street! Hamburgers, Chicken Wings, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches and a whole lot more(even Fried Bull Testicles)! This Bankersmith Texas Campground is primitive on site but guests are welcome to use both the restrooms and water sources across the street, in the Saloon, when open. The camping grounds are on a open field close to the entrance of the parking. Campers are not to go through the second gate due to live stock.

      • Pets
      • Fires
      • Reservable
      • Tents
      • Alcohol

      $30 / night

      Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed
      Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed
      Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed
      Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed
      Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed
      Camper-submitted photo from Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed

      8. Son’s Island - Temporarily Closed

      1 Review
      7 Photos
      29 Saves
      Seguin, Texas

      SON'S ISLAND WILL BE CLOSED FOR 2023 SEASON

      • Fires
      • Electric Hookups
      • Phone Service
      • Reservable
      • ADA Access
      • Tents
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        9. Calaveras Lake Park

        1 Review
        7 Saves
        Elmendorf, Texas
        • Pets
        • Fires
        • Electric Hookups
        • Tents
        • Trash
        • Picnic Table
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          10. Shanty River Center Campground

          1 Review
          5 Saves
          Abiquiu Lake, New Mexico

          The Shanty River Center has provided camping near the Guadalupe River for over 15 years.

          Camping in the Hill Country and tubing on the Guadalupe River. What more could you ask for?

          Shanty 2 is the location of our campgrounds and is located near the beginning of the Horseshoe bridge. This location has tube, raft, and kayak rentals, public restrooms, showers, and plenty of parking.

          Our main location Shanty Tubes also has a Tiki Bar, as well as the Shanty Salsa Kitchen to add to your camping experience. So after a fabulous day of tubing, come to the Shanty Tiki Bar for some good times, music and some good food.

          • ADA Access
          • Tents

          $35 - $55 / night

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        Recent Tent Reviews in Helotes

        552 Reviews of 15 Helotes Campgrounds


        • WThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Blanco State Park Campground
          Oct. 9, 2024

          Blanco State Park Campground

          Nice place, arrive early for instructions

          Beautiful location and facilities. It was difficult for late arrival to see and erroneously enter private cow pastures. Because we arrived late, we had no instructions on locked shower room. Get instructions be c or arrival. Quiet and relaxing. Worth it to spend more time hear.

        • julia W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from HTR TX Hill Country
          Sep. 30, 2024

          HTR TX Hill Country

          Great place

          I tent camped for several days here. The staff are helpful, bathrooms are super clean with soap, decent water pressure and everything is so well kept. I was thoroughly impressed and will be back to try the other sites. I stayed at turtle falls. It was so peaceful listening to the water all night.

        • J
          Camper-submitted photo from Turkey Sink Camping Area — Guadalupe River State Park
          Sep. 5, 2024

          Turkey Sink Camping Area — Guadalupe River State Park

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        • Thomas F.
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          Aug. 21, 2024

          Alamo Fiesta RV Resort

          Good!

          We had an amazing stay at Alamo Fiesta RV Resort! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The facilities were clean and well-maintained, Retro Bowl College with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

        • dThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from RV Park USA
          Jun. 7, 2024

          RV Park USA

          Very Nice and Friendly place

          Very clean campsite with other permanent RV live in. Dianne was very friendly and was very helpful In getting me check in after hours. Great place I recommend staying here.

        • Arthur H.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Boulderdash Cabin & RV Park
          May. 27, 2024

          Boulderdash Cabin & RV Park

          Great hidden gem

          Stayed in my RV over Memorial weekend. Small rv campground, so book early. Overlooks and has access to Medina river. The owners are extremely kind and helpful, even providing corn to feed the deer.
          But don't tell anyone, let's leave this our little secret.

        • Mark D.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Kerrville-Schreiner Park
          May. 3, 2024

          Kerrville-Schreiner Park

          UP IN THE HILLS

          Stayed on the 'hill side' and really enjoyed the park. Most sites you pull in paralllel to the road which is nice. Had deer through our site every day. Really good hiking but some of the trails were closed due to race events. Close to town and not too far of a drive to Fredericksburg and went to the Nat'l Pacific War Museum and that was well worth the drive. Here in October so park was about 1/8 full if even that.

        • Robert
          Camper-submitted photo from Blazing Star Luxury RV Resort
          May. 3, 2024

          Blazing Star Luxury RV Resort

          Travel

          The area featured trees on the opposite side and was a larger Bloxstrap premium location. It was really easy to pull in, park, and set up. The toilets were handy, and the neighborhood is rather calm.

        • J
          Camper-submitted photo from Blanco State Park Campground
          May. 2, 2024

          Blanco State Park Campground

          Location Location Location

          We selected the park to use as a base for exploring the Texas hill country. In addition to that we had a great time exploring Blanco and the park.

        • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Lady Bird Johnson RV Park
          Apr. 28, 2024

          Lady Bird Johnson RV Park

          Pleasant Experience

          Our RV GPS took us right to the park where you check in at their headquarters building. Check in was quick and we proceeded to pull through site 9 with FHUs. Site 9 is only a pull though if site 8 is not occupied. The sites in this area are set up on both sides of the road with you parking in a line, parallel style. There are white lines painted on the road to designate where the sites begin and end. Once unhitched, we were able to park our F450 adjacent to our 5th wheel. The park has cable TV with lots of channels. We got 4 bars on Verizon. The utilities are towards the back of the site, and we needed 15’ for sewer, 20’ for water, and 20’ for electric. The water pressure was good at about 50 psi. We had a clear shot to the north sky for Starlink. A south sky satellite shot may be iffy due to the mature trees in that direction. The WiFi was okay for a CG this size. Site 9 is near the playground and one of the two shower/restroom facilities. The sites in this campground (CG) are for the most part close together, especially in the front area near the entrance. There’s a large fenced dog park along with plenty of areas to walk your dog. With the county airport adjacent to the CG, we enjoyed watching the wide variety of small aircraft. We enjoyed playing a round of golf at the course adjacent to the CG and touring the local wineries.

        • Dave B.The Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
          Apr. 27, 2024

          Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds

          Its a great place. It is in the process of getting cleaned up.

          This park is one of the better ones. It is just needing to be cleaned up with some of the older units that are parked all year round there.

          We came for a 1 week stay and ended up for a month. We will come back again. Great location.

          Office ladies were great to deal with on our mail also.

          Thank you everyone

        • SThe Dyrt PRO User
          Camper-submitted photo from Cranes Mill Park
          Apr. 24, 2024

          Cranes Mill Park

          Nice size spaces

          I passed off about 75 feet between sites. Most have views of the lake. At the moment the water level is very low and facilities near this campground are high and dry.



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