Glamping options around Kendalia, Texas include diverse accommodations nestled in the Hill Country landscape. At elevations ranging from 1,000 to 1,600 feet, the area experiences mild winters and warm summers with low humidity. Sites typically range from full-hookup RV spots to rustic tent camping areas with varying levels of amenities across multiple locations.
What to do
Water activities at Canyon Lake: Cranes Mill Park offers excellent access to Canyon Lake for fishing and floating. As one visitor noted, "Canyon Lake has great trees for hammock camping as well as traditional camp sites. There are all the normal amenities you'd expect and there is a lot of space for everyone to spread out."
Hiking at Pedernales Falls: The trail system offers diverse terrain from limestone outcroppings to riverbed walks. A visitor shared, "Primitive camping along the wolf trail, with a bigger car camping area near the swimming spot."
Explore local parks: Blanco State Park Campground provides easy access to nearby towns. "You can swim, fish, or just relax under the shade trees. Being in town, there are plenty of good and services near by," according to one camper.
Bouldering opportunities: At Pedernales Falls State Park Campground, visitors can boulder along the riverbed. "You can walk upriver from the falls, bouldering for quite a long way. Classic hill country terrain," noted one visitor.
What campers like
Spacious campsites: Potters Creek Park offers generous camping areas with lake views. "Nice large sites with covered picnic tables, a fire ring, and a grill. The sites along the lake front do not have trees for shade but the ones in the back row have nice trees," one reviewer mentioned.
Clean facilities: Glamping near Kendalia benefits from well-maintained amenities. At Turkey Sink Camping Area, "The bathrooms are very spacious and clean. There were nice separate individual showers with hot water and nice dressing area," according to a recent visitor.
Proximity to water: Sites close to rivers and lakes are particularly popular. One camper at Blanco State Park noted, "Great swimming. Shaded campsites. Walking distance into Blanco."
Wildlife viewing: Many sites offer opportunities to see native Texas wildlife. "We did get to experience some wildlife in the campground and on the trail. There were armadillo wandering the campground in the early evening looking for food," reported a camper at Cedar Sage Camping Area.
What you should know
Seasonal water levels: Canyon Lake water levels can fluctuate significantly. A Cranes Mill Park visitor noted, "The water level of Canyon Lake was down so access to the water wasn't real easy. once in the water it was great floating in a tube."
Flash flood risks: Hill Country waterways can rise quickly during storms. "Respect weather warnings!" emphasized one Pedernales Falls visitor who became "aware of how serious flash flooding is here."
Gate hours: Some parks enforce strict entry times. One visitor mentioned, "Gates close at 10pm and I saw the staff circle by a few times throughout the evening and morning to check in on us."
Campsite selection matters: At Cranes Mill Park, location can impact your stay. "I would not want the sites at the front, may get too much traffic or noise if the place is crowded," advised one camper.
Tips for camping with families
Look for kid-specific amenities: Mystic Quarry offers activities beyond standard camping. "Lots to do. Disc golf, swimming, lounging. They have a dog wash. Hammocks, showers," noted one visitor.
Consider noise levels: Some parks are quieter than others. "The sites are mostly private and have tent areas as well as pads for campers. You could fit a group of people all one one site with room to spare!" reported a Pedernales Falls camper.
Pack water shoes: Rocky river bottoms require proper footwear. "Bring your hiking boots and swimming suit," advised a Pedernales Falls visitor.
Check wildlife precautions: Some camps have active wildlife. A Cedar Sage camper warned, "Had some very unafraid raccoons run up to our site. Yelling and tossing rocks near their feet did not deter at all. Had to interrupt our dinner and put our food away to get them to leave us alone."
Tips from RVers
Site leveling: Rebecca Creek Campgrounds offers relatively level sites. "Clean and quit. 35$ and a rsther small park. Some sites have a shade. All hookups. A very nice experience!" noted one visitor.
Navigation challenges: Some parks have tight access roads. At Jellystone Park, "It's a bit narrow and has a lot more trees here," according to one RVer who noted "staff was more than helpful at trimming some trees for a couple large RVs that struggled to get through an area."
Hookup options: Most glamping sites near Kendalia, Texas provide full hookups. At Alamo Fiesta RV Resort, "Sites are close but have a picnic table and grassy area between the neighboring site. Full hookups, cable and wifi that seems to actually work at most sites."
Extended stay potential: Some parks accommodate longer visits. An Alamo Fiesta visitor observed, "A large percentage of the trailer spots seem to be occupied by long-term residents, who are friendly enough."
