Jonestown camping experiences revolve around Lake Travis, with its limestone shorelines and 65 miles of waterfront access. The area averages 300 sunny days annually with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 95°F. Campgrounds near Jonestown provide varying levels of shade protection, with several parks featuring mature oak and pecan trees that moderate the intense Texas sun.
What to do
Swimming at Lake Travis: Just 15 minutes from Austin Lone Star RV Community, Lake Travis offers excellent swimming spots. "This is a beautiful park located minutes away from the lake. Sites are large so it doesn't have that 'reach out and touch your neighbors RV' feeling," notes Jack B. about Lake Travis Inn and RV Park.
Tubing on Colorado River: River Forest Haven provides equipment for tubing adventures. "The tubing is great for people with children who don't necessarily want to go tubing two to four hours... Very short route but water safety should be practiced as it is very deep in some areas," explains Guillermo L. about River Forest Haven.
Biking around Austin: Many campers use Jonestown rv parks as a base for cycling. "Biked around Lady Bird Lake- nice 10 mile path that goes by city. Took great tour of where Austin City Limits is filmed and tour of capital," shares Carol J. who stayed at Oak Forest RV Park while exploring Austin.
What campers like
Secure gated facilities: Security remains important for campers at Jonestown Texas rv parks. "This RV resort plays up the RESORT aspect. It's near perfect. Right off the highway, safe (gated entry), well kept, pretty," explains Joana A. about Pecan Grove RV Park.
Level, spacious sites: Cedar Bend RV Park offers sites that accommodate various rig sizes. "The campsite provides level and spacious sites, which is important for RVs to ensure stability and ease of setup," reports Alley R. about Cedar Bend RV Park.
Proximity to downtown Austin: Many campers appreciate the location for exploring Austin. "This is the third campground we've stayed at, and it's conveniently located just 15 minutes from the city, with grocery stores and other essential shops nearby," notes Tijana & Andrew C. who stayed at Austin Lone Star RV Community.
What you should know
Winter provides more availability: The cooler months offer better chances for last-minute bookings at campgrounds near Jonestown. "We were here close to a month and had 2 really nice warm sunny days and the rest were gloomy, foggy at night and windy," shares Roxanna L. about her winter stay at Austin Lone Star RV Community.
Road noise affects some parks: Highway proximity impacts several campgrounds. "Stayed 2 weeks at the end of February. Very clean, well maintained, didn't feel too crowded on neighbors. Only down-side was the road noise. Only a 2 lane road out front but more noise than expected," reports Gordon D. about La Hacienda RV Resort.
Some parks mainly serve long-term stays: Many rv parks around Jonestown cater to extended-stay guests. "This is a month to month RV lot, so obviously won't work for everyone. It was great for us because we had some mechanical issues that needed taken care of and we needed a safe place to park our rig while that was happening," explains Theresa R. about Lake Travis Inn and RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Check for fire restrictions: Fire policies vary between Jonestown area campgrounds. "We had a pull through site close to pool and bathhouse. Small fitness center which I used. Laundry room clean," notes Carol J. about Oak Forest RV Park, which provides alternative activities when fires aren't permitted.
Consider the pool access: Swimming pools provide relief during hot Texas days. "Very nice campground, very secure, codes used to enter gate, pool, showers/restrooms & 24hour laundry room," shares Tijana & Andrew C. about their stay at Austin Lone Star RV Community.
Look for sites with shade: Tree cover matters during summer months. "Lots of shade trees. Great people. We really enjoyed this park," reports Shelly P. about Oak Forest RV Park, noting the tree coverage that helps moderate temperatures.
Tips from RVers
Prepare for varying site conditions: Some RV parks offer more level sites than others. "Super cool to get tucked into the woods. Some of the spots are secluded and others aren't. Down side is it isn't assigned sites, so if your self contained like my van we went out for the day and came back to someone set up in our spot," cautions Ryan G. about River Forest Haven.
Check cell service coverage: Most parks maintain good connectivity. "Cell service remains reliable throughout the area, though highway noise affects parks positioned near I-35," making remote work possible at most Jonestown RV parks.
Verify specific hookup types: Hookup options vary across campgrounds. "This RV park is mostly permanent residents but there were a few spots available for overnight guests. $30 for full hookups is reasonable and it worked for our overnight needs," notes Eat · See · RV L. about Pace Bend RV Park.
