Cabin camping near Kyle, Texas provides easy access to the region's limestone hills and spring-fed waterways. The area sits at approximately 700-800 feet elevation, with mild winters and hot summers making it accessible for overnight stays year-round. Most cabin locations remain open through all seasons, though summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F.
What to do
Swimming at natural waterfalls: At McKinney Falls State Park, visitors can enjoy two scenic swimming areas. "The great part is the swimming. The water was warm, and it was perfect for new swimmers with floaties and advanced swimmers. There's a place where you can jump off the rocks into the water," notes Steph C. about the park's natural swimming holes.
Fishing without a license: McKinney Falls State Park Campground permits fishing without a Texas fishing license when done within park boundaries. A ranger notes, "Fishing is allowed in the park and one will not need a state fishing license when fishing within the park."
Live music and events: Lazy L & L Campground offers weekend entertainment near their cabin rentals. "The night we ate at the dancehall the food was amazing and the live band was great. They had horseshoe and bean bag toss set up with a volleyball net and jenga as well," says Tiffany M. about the social atmosphere.
River floating with shuttle service: Mystic Quarry arranges convenient river tubing trips from their location. "They offer river floating from a nearby tube rental place that will come pick you up and drop you back off at the camp ground," explains Garrison H. about this popular summertime activity.
What campers like
Easy city access with natural settings: Austin Lone Star RV Community offers cabins just minutes from urban attractions. "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," reports Tijana & Andrew C. about the location's convenience.
Spacious sites with privacy: Pedernales Falls State Park provides well-separated cabin and camping areas. "The camp ground is wonderful. Very spread out and wooded for privacy between the campsites. Hook ups for both water and electricity, if needed," says Kaitlyn M. about the layout.
Clean facilities and regular maintenance: San Marcos River Resort maintains well-kept bathrooms and laundry areas. "Our site was conveniently located in front of the playground and next to the shower/bathroom/laundry facility. The site was large and came with a picnic table," reports Derek H. regarding the amenities.
Recreational amenities: Many properties offer on-site activities beyond basic accommodations. "We were so impressed by the sheer square footage of fun and how a whole family could be happy in this one place for hours," writes Ashley C. about the water complex at Jellystone Park.
What you should know
Reservation timing: Summer and weekend bookings fill quickly at most properties, requiring advance planning. "This is the last place around with availability this weekend, and we really didn't read too much about it in advance," mentions Marie D. about securing a spot at Longhorn RV Resort.
Site layout variations: Some properties have significant differences between sections. "We stayed RIGHT next to the HCH and had no noise problems whatsoever," explains Ashley C., suggesting careful site selection at Jellystone Park when booking.
Weather considerations: Flash flooding can occur with little warning in this region. As Faith S. cautions about Pedernales Falls, "Made me aware of how serious flash flooding is here. Respect weather warnings!"
Wi-Fi reliability: Internet access varies significantly between properties. Jeff H. notes about Mystic Quarry, "We were here for 4 days and none of us could get the WiFi to connect. The WiFi is my biggest gripe with the campground. We are on AT&T and were able to use data without any issues."
Tips for camping with families
Water safety precautions: Natural swimming areas require vigilance. A reviewer at McKinney Falls State Park advises, "Please be careful swimming. If you can't swim, please refrain or wear a life jacket. There have been several drownings here."
Age-appropriate activities: Consider your children's ages when selecting a property. As Celest C. explains, "We are just outgrowing the atmosphere. It's nothing against the park, we just have a teenager. (14) I recommend it for any families with younger kids!"
Playground proximity: Select sites near play areas for convenience with small children. Derek H. notes at San Marcos River Resort, "We brought our 7 year old daughter and she really enjoyed playing at the playground. Our site was conveniently located in front of the playground."
Trail difficulty assessment: Evaluate hiking paths before taking children. "Great hike down to the Pedernales Falls and cool little caves to explore. On the other end of the park, there are longer trails (roughly 4 Miles) with scenic overlooks of the Pedernales River," advises Kaitlyn M.
Tips from RVers
Tree clearance challenges: Some properties have low-hanging branches that may impact taller rigs. "Getting in and out of the park was smooth for the most part just watch some overhanging limbs," advises Dan H. about navigating Jellystone Park Hill Country.
Dump station locations: Not all properties offer full hookups at every site. "The septic connection at my spot is at the same height as my RV connection - no matter what I do, I can't get it to have a slope. Most sites are better, but the connection at all of them is raised up about 6"," notes Lightful Mind R. about design considerations.
Gate access codes: Some properties use security systems requiring special entry procedures. Jeannine D. describes one property as "very secure, codes used to enter gate, pool, showers/restrooms & 24hour laundry room."
Road conditions within properties: Internal roads vary in quality. Billy N. observes, "The roads are very rough, but that keeps the speeders under control," highlighting an often overlooked safety feature at San Marcos River Resort.
