Best Tent Camping near Kyle, TX
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Best Tent Sites Near Kyle, Texas (32)
1. CampEZ in SxSouth Austin
1 Review•20 Photos•75 SavesSunset Valley, TexasCamp EZ in SxSouth Austin! Creek-side private picnic/campground hideaway available. Book through Hipcamp or Airbnb:
https://www.hipcamp.com/texas/campez-in-sxsaustintx/campez-in-sxsaustin-tx
https://www.airbnb.com/users/1568741/listings?user_id=1568741&s=50
This a "want to camp" campground. If you "need to camp" due to financial or other reasons, Camp EZ will not be a good fit for you.
Community vibe 'round here; everyone expected to be respectful of one another and clean up after themselves "leave no trace" style. One week maximum stay. Bring a tent and gear to be comfortable. 2 private hot outdoor showers, rustic kitchen and charming compost privy included. Wood fired sauna available. Visitors are expected to clean up after themselves especially in the kitchen, showers, restroom and, of course, your campsite. Trash and recycle containers are around or, better yet, pack it out! Campfires in designated area only with permission(burn ban sometimes). Bring firewood.
I have a 2 acre community on a secret and secluded little street 5 miles due South of the capitol of TX and even closer(2.5) to the very hip SoCo area(Continental Club, Jo's Coffee, Guero's Taco Bar, El Mercado and lots more). I have 3 cats, 11 chickens, 15 ducks, 2 little donkeys and 6 sweet mini goats here at my little and funky'farmette' right on Williamson Creek (flowing sometimes and not really swimmable) and next to a huge wooded greenbelt with a quiet and unused nature trail. This is not a KOA or a state park. This is a home campground. Its kind of rustic and we like it that way. You may see a roach, and you may also see a deer, a fox or a coyote. We are busy and not always able to visit for long. Lots of remodeling and flood related cleanup chaos here but also lots of pretty and secluded nature. Short walk to bus stop and historic Hills Cafe and Austin Bergstrom Airport is 9 easy highway miles away. Rustic outdoor shower/kitchen/privy. BYOTent. No wild or excessive partying here please and please remember: no smoking…(smoking area x the street).
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Dispersed
- Trash
$25 / night
2. Don's Fish Camp
2 Reviews•16 SavesSan Marcos, TexasThe campgrounds are all first come first serve and are located right on the San Marcos River. Don's Fish Camp offers tube rentals, snacks, drinks, sunscreen, and anything you may need to float the river. Their campsite has a rope swing, picnic areas, and live DJ's every weekend (during peak season).
- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- ADA Access
- Tents
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$15 - $32 / night
3. Son’s Guadalupe
3 Reviews•12 Photos•26 SavesNew Braunfels, Texas- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
4. Son’s River Ranch
1 Review•11 Photos•12 SavesLockhart, Texas- Fires
- Electric Hookups
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
$49 - $369 / night
5. Son’s Blue River Camp
1 Review•4 Photos•13 SavesLockhart, TexasWe do all the setup while you have all the fun! All Inclusive Tent Camping includes:
Overnight entry for four people and a tent setup which includes: a 14′ x 10′ tent, two cots with foam queen sized mattresses, an extension cord, a bed side table, two fans and a lantern.
Your All Inclusive Tent setup will also include a charcoal bbq pit, picnic table, electrical outlets, running water and light at your site.
*Note: Sheets, blankets and pillow are not provided, you are responsible for bringing these.
WE NOW HAVE SPACES IF YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR OWN TENT!
- Fires
- Reservable
- Tents
- Group
- Cabins
- Standard (Tent/RV)
$49 - $369 / night
6. Grelle - Lake Travis
7 Reviews•13 Photos•175 SavesSpicewood, Texas- Pets
- Fires
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- ADA Access
- Tents
7. North Park
1 Review•7 Photos•45 SavesCanyon Lake, TexasOverview
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
8. Jacobs Creek
1 Review•21 SavesAbiquiu Lake, New MexicoThis recreation area is part of Canyon Lake
- Phone Service
- Tents
- Picnic Table
- Alcohol
10. Shanty River Center Campground
1 Review•5 SavesAbiquiu Lake, New MexicoThe 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
Recent Tent Reviews near Kyle, Texas
883 Reviews of 32 Kyle Campgrounds
Mike L.
Scout
Camp Creek Recreation Area
Nice place. Easy drop box.. Expensive for no amenities.
Was planning on tent camping nearby and left a day early and all the hotel room were booked. Tried finding a tent site and no luck. Found this place online and figured I'd give it a shot. First come first serve, pick your spot, fill out the card, put it and 25 bucks in a drop box and good to go. Very easy system. I do think 25 bucks for a place with no running water, no electric, and no actual bathroom is expensive but this park is actually extremely nice and the view is great. Can camp right on top of the river.
Troy W.
Legend
River Road Camp
River Road Camp + The River
This is a very small family operated campground. It offers basic RV and tent camping facilities and services. There are full hookup sites for RVs. There are tent camping sites with water and electrical hookups.
The main feature of this campground is that a number of the sites are right along the banks of the Guadalupe River. There is a little sidewalk and stairs that lead down to the water which makes it easy for families and kids of all ages to access the river.
During the winter, it is easy to reserves sites at this campground. During the summer, it is wise to reserve a site in advance. Any of the RV sites 1 to 30 are right along the river. Any of the tent sites 1 to 9 are along the river.
The campground does allow day access for $7/person.
The campground is located about 15 minutes from the town of New Braunfels where you can find grocery stores, restaurants, banks, hardware stores and other entertainment. If you're looking for Texas BBQ, check out the Rudy's or Cooper's BBQ in New Braunfels. Also located within the town is the Schlitterbahn Waterpark which is I believe the largest waterpark in the US and has an incredible amout of fun rides, slides and pools. It's a bit pricey, but it is a full day of fun for the family.
John H.
Guide
Pedernales Falls State Park Campground
Great hikes, NO cell reception!
Tent camped 14JUL20, 1 night.
First, it was 108 the day I camped, in a tent, with no AC! (I did have a fan though.)
I 👏🏽 love 👏🏽 this 👏🏽 park👏🏽!! Hiked about 12 miles of trails and every one had a payoff. I could have spent a week hiking that park if I had time.
The sites are HUGE and have cool features like retaining walls. Not a lot of trees though but I barely noticed until I remembered I suffer from cedar fever, (went to school at UT.) Thought I had the COVID as I left until I remembered I camped under a cedar tree, haha.
BE WARNED, there is zero cell coverage once you get into the park. Might not be an issue for some but I had to drive up to the ranger station a couple times to let my wife know i was okay.
The water was low when I was there but it was clear and cool and absolutely beautiful.
This park exemplifies the Texas Hill Country!
I’ll be back soon.
Jerry P.Guide
Hidden Falls Adventure Park
Great Off Road camping destination
This is not a campground this is an adventure park that has a campground. They have everything from primitive dispersed tent camping to RV site hook ups all the way up to a $600 per night cabin. They have excellent off road trails for stock trucks up to rock crawling rigs. They have a basic general store near the tent camping area that is decently stocked (yet overpriced) and they have food trucks that are sometimes open sometimes aren’t. The bathrooms are maintained and spacious enough that they don’t feel over crowded. They also have a shooting range on site so if you want the true Texas Hill Country experience you should check out HFAP. Be respectful on the trails not only to other people but also by not tearing up the trails themselves.
- JJenna A.
Traveler
Camp Huaco Springs
Great Location
Love this campground for tent camping! Shady and on the river bank, and not all the way down river road!
Jesse S.
Ranger
Coyote Flats
Super hidden
This little spot is a super discreet location. Has a few tent camping spots. We loved it super quite and very nice at night.
loinse B.ScoutSherwood Forest Faire Campground
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Various camping options including primitive tent sites, RV sites(with and without hookups), and group camping heardle areas.
Melissa S.Scout
Windy Point Park
Perfect for beginners
This was my first time tent camping alone without my dad. And it wasn’t tooo terribly bad. I say beginner spot because you can buy pretty much all you need there other than a tent. But they have air pumps encase you left yours
- AAlyssaTraveler
Rebecca Creek Campgrounds
Cute campground
It was a cute place. A lot of the RV spots are taken up by people who live there. The glamping tents are super cute. The regular tent camping is nice and grassy. Dogs have to be on leash 24/7 that was the only bummer.
Sara A.Scout
Lazy L & L Campground
Great time!
Stayed this past winter on a short trip. Great fishing and river view tent campsites. Restrooms were very clean.
- JJon D.Guide
Palmetto State Park Campground
Excellent Stay!
I like off the beaten path places, this sure is one of them! The tent sites are very nice, close to the river & oxbow lake (kayaks for rent!). Very peaceful.
- Haleigh A.Traveler
Buescher State Park Campground
Great Park
This is a very nice, small, State park. There is a lot to do and it didn't feel crowded at all. The tent camping spots were great! We stayed at a walk in site (water only) and had a great time! Good fishing, hiking, etc.
- Nicole R.Guide
Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
Best tubing ever!
Spots are great! Walking for tent camping is close about 50 ft but get here early as it’s very crowded. Lots of people fishing too so be careful of hooks in the water. We did a little hiking but not a ton of that to do here.
Dhana H.ScoutGuadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
Family camping
Arrived on a Thursday plenty of tent sites available. Some are small others are nice and spacious. The tent pads are caliche. Having a hammer is a must. Pet friendly. River to swim in. Restrooms were clean. Staff friendly. Lots of hiking
- DDot A.Scout
Dot's Spots
Kimberly K Says:
This was the perfect getaway for a last minute weekend trip. We arrived after dark, but Reza was so helpful in making sure we had everything we needed as we set up at the tent site. We really appreciated the little extras: reclining chairs at the tent site and also at the fire pit, the flush toilet and the outdoor shower, a picnic table and firewood was also available. Both Dot and Reza were so pleasant and very accommodating to our needs. They were readily accessible without being intrusive. We definitely had our privacy but knew they were just a phone call away. We cannot wait to come back and reconnect with nature. The stars are abundant and the vibe is so amazing, we felt completely recharged. We're so happy we found this gem!!
- Nicole R.Guide
Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis
Hot spot for rock climbing.
We camped here for several days to get some rock climbing in at nearby spots. It was a great open campground for tent camping. It was quiet but slightly dusty. The bathrooms were clean and staff was nice. If you like hiking trails this is good area for it.
- BBecky B.Guide
Lazy L & L Campground
On the Guadalupe
Nice campground with lots of River Access. Beautiful little area with small rapids called Devil’s playgroup is fantastic. Lots of RV and tent sites on the water. Small store for snacks and water. Bathrooms are fine - you need tokens to shower.
- NNathaniel G.Traveler
Lake Wood Recreation Area
Quite campground on the Guadalupe River
Great spot to get away and camp. $25 for tent camping with water and electricity. Also has hookups for RVs. The dam failed a few years back so the lake is no longer there but the river is great for fishing and some swimming. Lots of shade from old pecan trees and soft grass for comfortable tent placement. All sites have a fire ring and picnic tables.
- Kadyn D.Guide
Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis
Drive Up Tent Camping
Wonderful summer time spot, plenty of drive-up tent sites (don’t settle for the first you see unless it’s a busy weekend) great cliff jumping and deep-water soloing opportunities for the seeking. Also great swimming/fishing holes. Hiking is short but nice.
- SSuzie C.Guide
Bastrop State Park Campground
Short trip out of the city
Cabin staff are available as well as tent campgrounds. Trails are pretty. Beware of snakes, the poisonous kind we saw almost everyday.
Emily M.Legend
Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area
On the lake
This is an LCRA park on Lake Travis with primitive sites. Mainly tent camping. There's a trail system that weaves around in a big circle mainly used by mountain bikes but perfectly good for hiking too. Others have commented about the bluebonnets, but really, now that the lake is up, the area where the flowers were is now covered by water. Fish on!
Anders V.GuidePace Bend Park - Lake Travis
Beautiful spot up on the cliffs
Fantastic short stay in Pace Bend on Lake Travis. We paid for the improved tent camping site but ended up switching to a site North Gracy Cove which had way better views of the river and more privacy. We still went back to use the showers and running water at the improved site though.
Gracy Cove was a great spot for a swim to cool off on a hot day. No boats allowed.
- Patrick H.Guide
Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
Guadalupe River at its Best
One of the first camping trips I had with my son was Guadalupe River State Park. We tent camped and had one of the primitive sites. We had so much fun swimming in the river and hiking. We worked with the park Ranger program and my son was awarded a Ranger Badge. The bluffs above the river are gorgeous. Mid November and swimming was still fun. The next morning was 10 degrees so a whole different experience. One of my favorite places to visit.
- Lisa B.Guide
Krause Springs
Plenty of room for everyone
Natural springs w/tent & RV camping (NO PETS), fishing, kayaking, lake access, hammock areas and day use picnic w/grills. CASH ONLY FACILITIES!! Family owned. Beautiful Butterfly garden great for yoga, reading or enjoying the mind of a gardener. Several RV w/H20 & electric hookups (reservations required). Tent sites are not #, random locations (30 acres), plentiful and 1st come 1st serve. Toilets/showers near RV sites, portable toilets farther out. Pack it in/out, dumpster at office area. Love this place and grateful the owners share their haven with the public!
- John H.Guide
McKinney Falls State Park Campground
Beautiful park close to Austin
Tent camped 21JUL 1 night.
Super clean park, good trails and great water features. The whole thing is kind of built around a couple swimming holes, which are the main attractions, and pretty amazing.
Sites were big and well treed. Super secluded and plenty of shade to be had.
Trails aren’t close to the sites, so you’ve got to drive once you are setup, which might not be an issue for most, but I like to dig in then hit the trails.
This was one night camp 6/10 for me in my campmaster project and it was fantastic.
Hot but no rain.
- Jeff H.Guide
Pedernales Falls State Park Campground
Hiking and Geocaching galore
This is a park that we have been to multiple times. It is beautiful. The RV sites are Water and Electric only. There are primitive sites as well as water only for tent camping. The sites are large and there is wildlife everywhere. In my pictures you will see we had a deer walk right into our site several times. There are tons of trails and geocaches around the park. Make sure you hike down to the falls and wander up and down the river. There are tons of small alcoves that are private and make for beautiful pictures.
- Rachel B.Scout
Ranch 3232
Perfect for different types of camping
You have the choice of camping at a tent site, park your RV, to glamp in a yurt or cabin, or even walk out to a more secluded “TentRR” site. Regardless of what choice you make, there’s a community kitchen with small appliances/dishes and the bathhouse with showers, toilets, and vanities. It really is the best of both, especially if you’re trying to camp for several days and would like to stay relatively clean and well fed. We’ve stayed there three years in a row now!
Guide to Kyle
Tent camping near Kyle, Texas offers a blend of natural beauty and recreational activities, making it an ideal getaway for outdoor enthusiasts.
Some prices for tent camping range from $20 to $560
- At Don's Fish Camp, the cost is $20 per night per person, with children under 12 staying for free.
- For a more luxurious experience, Son’s Guadalupe offers glamping tents starting at around $199 per night, but additional day-use fees apply.
- If you're looking for a budget-friendly option, Shanty River Center Campground provides tent camping at competitive rates, though tubing rentals can add to your expenses.
Tips for tent camping near Kyle
- Make reservations in advance, especially at popular spots like Son’s River Ranch, to secure your preferred site and avoid last-minute surprises.
- Bring your own bedding and essentials if you choose a glamping option at Son’s Guadalupe, as some amenities require you to provide your own pillows and sheets.
- Be prepared for crowds on weekends; visiting during the week can provide a more peaceful experience at places like North Park.
Local attractions and activities
- Enjoy tubing on the clear waters of the Guadalupe River, with convenient shuttle services available from Son’s Guadalupe to enhance your river experience.
- Explore the scenic beauty of Canyon Lake, which is just a short drive from Camp Ben McCulloch, perfect for fishing and hiking.
- Take advantage of the peaceful surroundings at Don's Fish Camp, where you can swim, BBQ, and unwind in a natural landscape.
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