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Mountain Home, Texas offers a range of camping accommodations in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Cowboys and Angels RV Park and Cabins provides 17 sites with tent camping, RV hookups, cabin rentals, and glamping options including yurts. Within a 30-minute drive, campers can access several campgrounds in Kerrville, including Kerrville-Schreiner Park, which features tent sites, RV hookups, and cabin accommodations across its 60 sites. The region includes both private RV resorts and public recreation areas, with most established campgrounds offering full hookups, showers, and picnic areas suitable for both extended stays and overnight visits.
Temperatures in the Texas Hill Country can vary dramatically by season, with summer highs regularly exceeding 90°F and occasional freezing temperatures in winter. Many campgrounds in the area remain open year-round, though reservations are strongly recommended during spring wildflower season and fall when cooler temperatures attract more visitors. Water access is a significant feature at several campgrounds, with the Guadalupe River providing swimming and fishing opportunities. Cell service is generally reliable near established campgrounds but may be limited in more remote areas. As one camper noted, "The BEST hidden secret for camping in Texas. I mean wonderful camping privacy. Can't beat the friendly Christian atmosphere."
The natural features of the Hill Country enhance the camping experience near Mountain Home. Campers report appreciation for the region's wildlife viewing opportunities, with deer sightings common at most campgrounds. Several visitors mentioned the scenic beauty of the surrounding landscape as a key attraction. Proximity to Kerrville (about 20 miles southeast) provides convenient access to supplies and restaurants while maintaining a rural atmosphere. Campgrounds with river frontage tend to receive higher ratings, with visitors highlighting the clear water and recreational opportunities. The countryside setting offers stargazing opportunities away from city lights, while still providing reasonable access to amenities. One visitor described the setting as "beautiful in the Texas Hill country" with pleasant facilities including "fantastic" lodge areas and clean bathrooms.
"It is August in Texas, very hot, we have to have shade and water to camp. This has it all. Our site had lovely cottonwood trees and right on the small branch of the river."
"Lots of places to walk & saw wildlife every day. Restrooms were clean & very nice. The washers are bigger than a lot of RV parks too. The staff is very friendly & accommodating."
from $25 - $194 / night
Check Availability"We stayed in the Fox Run Loop towards the back of the park away from the highway and it was nice and quiet. The showers and restrooms were decent, again reflecting other Texas SP facilities."
"All sites seem to be pull through, so that’s nice but if you get an even number site in the pecan loop be aware of the proximity to a bust county road with a lot of road noise."
from $27 - $45 / night
Check Availability"Close to the highway but couldn’t hear any traffic at our sight. We were behind the office overlooking the gazebo. Beautiful landscaping! Would like to have seen more planned events."
"Cons: A little on the spendy side, but proximity to San Antonio and Fredericksburg, as well as amenities, are likely reasons.
- Wifi was spotty, but it is also not guaranteed."
"Great in Texas in October, water slides still operate on saturdays, and with all the structured activities crowds stay small, even in the same areas."
"There is so much to do, from the water park (which is awesome), to the Guadalupe River, to the karaoke at the bar, the booze cruise around the park, the play grounds, candy bar bingo, movie night, ect."
"About 2 miles off the highway so pretty quiet. They have a little gas station there too."
"Unsure if this location was impacted by the flooding"
"If you have pets getting a back-in site may give you more room to let them move around if tethered to your camper during some outside time."
"Very close to other RVs. Nice owner, very pleased with that."
from $45 - $250 / night
Check Availability"Lost Maples State Natural Area has some beautiful hiking trails and backpacking areas."
"Close to the river. Nice spaces with covered tables and scattered trees. Hiking, pet friendly. Showers were clean and well kept. No sewer hook up but dump station is right off the road."
from $10 - $20 / night
Check Availability"What alovely campground bridging west Texas with the Hill Country. There are primitive, walking, and RV sites with full hookup."
"This might have been our favorite state park in the Hill Country of Texas, offering the perfect combination of good campsites, great hiking and biking trails, and opportunities to enjoy wildlife."
from $10 - $20 / night
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ScoutBend oats has the best tree coverage of any other campground we have been too. Only on problem is that some sites have low hanging tree branches and not very many 50 amp hook ups. Other than that, beautiful place.
GuideWe stayed 3 nights there and the view was amazing. Great place to relax and soak up some sun.
ScoutThe bathrooms are too terrible to use, the pool is empty, our pull through site is not flat and slopes right at the tongue, so we can't get close enough to hook up the septic. There's red ants everywhere too!
TravelerBeautiful area, very nice people working there. Bathrooms were clean and the whole area was clean. Spots are very close together.
TravelerFirefly Fly Resort is under new management and has made tremendous improvements to the property. The new Phase 3 has opened and has a new clubhouse and a new adult pool (Memorial to Labor Day adults only-the rest of the year open to all), large hot soaking tub, there’s also a second pool at the original clubhouse that has a shallow family section and adult section, new pickleball courts and a new 9-hole putting course, and a new walking path. We stayed at site#361 which we booked on Airbnb directly with the owner, and enjoyed the covered pergola with hill country views! The site had a huge outdoor TV, propane fireplace, comfortable cushioned chairs, a granite prep/serving counter, gas grill and dining table. We watched the sunrise from the site every morning! A perfect stay! The new official website is - www.fireflyhillcountry.com or call 830-999-2694 or email reservations@staytexas.com Or to book site 361 directly with the owner on Airbnb https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/1689166622240134560?unique_share_id=af8278b9-b966-4e0f-aa22-45578fec4799&viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76
Scoutthe most beautiful river, weather, fireflies, birds chirping.
GuideI have stayed here 3 years in a row in either February or March. The weather is comfortably mild, and the campground can fill up, but it is still quiet. Dark skies and stars if it isn't overcast. The restrooms and showers are older, but clean. The trails are scenic. There is a creek across the road from the campground, which adds to the aural ambience, and also lots and lots of birds. Peaceful place.
LegendQuiet, safe, good location in Fredericksburg/Texas hill country. WiFi, nice clean bathrooms with some of the best RV park showers we've run across: Hottern' hell, easy to control temp & great pressure! Leave trash bagged at site between 0800 & 1400 for pick-up (trash valet), large fenced grassed dog run divided up into 2 sections side by side (fence is about 3 or 4' with water dish & water fill + another dog park for small dogs ~2' hi fence, lots of trees but they're not everywhere (not much shade though in spots just south of pool), herd of mellow goats borders one side (ram was head-butting tree), lots of birds, laundry was clean ($1.50 wash, .25 cent per dryer round). Some spaces are tight & close, some are not & have more space. We were in a very tightly packed area & so tobacco smoke drifted into our camper, so we shut windows in that side at night for a few days. Large rigs okay. Well kept swimming pool & hot tub. Friendly office staff. There is a fountain in front & dogs are ok to splash around in but ask the front desk first. Several restaurants within walking distance (Mexican, BBQ & Italian).
LegendCamp was clean and the area is awesome. Our site didn’t have much buffer from the site next to us, which usually doesn’t bother me.
Being spring break, the campground was full of kids. It’s great to see them enjoying nature, having fun, and being kids…but several of them were pretty wild without parents doing much to rein them in. Definitely not the park’s fault.
It was well patrolled, but that didn’t stop some camps from lighting camp fires even though a burn ban was in place.
Nice hiking along the river. Would love to be back during the fall.
Camping options near Mountain Home, Texas provide varied terrain for outdoor exploration in the Texas Hill Country. Located approximately 20 miles northwest of Kerrville at 2,000 feet elevation, the area experiences milder temperatures than other parts of Texas, though summer days can still reach the 90s. Winter nights commonly drop into the 30s, and campers should prepare for occasional freezing conditions from November through February.
River recreation: By the River RV Park features clear water perfect for wading and wildlife viewing. "We watched the ducks fly in every evening, along with a lovely blue heron. Turtles have their own little island. We watched the bats swarm the evening sky eating their fill," notes one visitor to HTR TX Hill Country.
Hiking trails: Lost Maples State Natural Area offers multiple trail options for different skill levels, with distinctive limestone formations and seasonal foliage changes. "There are so few of them (30 total sites), so book early- in order to get a fall reservation, I booked nearly a year in advance," advises a camper at Lost Maples State Natural Area Campground.
Wildlife observation: Texas Hill Country Resort provides elevated observation points for valley views and wildlife spotting. A visitor reports, "Take the hiking trail to the observation deck and see the whole valley! Beautiful views and clean sites."
Water features: Many campgrounds offer river or creek access. At By the River RV Park, campers appreciate the multiple water environments: "Walk across small rapids and crystal clear water to another side of the park with access to the main river for canoeing, kayaking, you name it."
Quiet atmosphere: Kerrville-Schreiner Park provides a peaceful setting away from city noise. "We stayed down by the river. The road was real close to the site that we stayed in. Overall the camp grounds are nice well maintained and not stacked on top of each other," notes one visitor.
Family facilities: Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Guadalupe River receives high marks for its extensive recreation options. "For water attractions there is a small water park with big slides, a fun water zone for the smaller kids, and a couple of regular pools, plus one indoor pool. There's also a small arcade, a mini golf area, two bounce areas, sports areas."
Cell service limitations: Connectivity varies significantly by location. At Lost Maples, "it's in a complete deadzone for cellular. I had absolutely zero service on my cellphone, antenna TV, or wifi/4g. Be prepared for emergencies if you hike the trails."
Reservations required: Campgrounds fill quickly, especially during peak seasons. For Kerrville-Schreiner Park, campers advise: "Took the family and had a blast. Fishing, hiking, and geocaching was great. We will be back." With 60 sites, booking in advance is recommended.
Water restrictions: During drought conditions, some campgrounds may have limited water features. At Texas Hill Country Resort, one camper noted: "Now if the drought could fill the two ponds, this would be a really great getaway."
Water-based activities: Multiple camping sites near Mountain Home, Texas offer child-friendly water recreation. A visitor to Jellystone Park reports, "Huge campsite area with so many activities your family won't be bored. Water park, mini golf, River access and so much more."
Wildlife viewing opportunities: Johnson Creek RV Resort & Park offers unique animal experiences. "There are goats and mini horses you can feed so our kids loved that. Fun playground for kids, too! We'll definitely be going back."
Structured activities: Some parks offer organized events for children. At Jellystone Park: "With all the structured activities crowds stay small, even in the same areas. For example cannon ball contests divert from water slides/other pools/play structures."
Site selection: Buckhorn Lake Resort offers various site configurations. "They have several types of sites: back-in, pull through, head in. Long pull through sites," reports an RVer, who adds that while internet is "spotty," the location and amenities justify the price.
Hookup availability: Most RV camping sites near Mountain Home provide full hookups, but configurations vary. At Kerrville KOA, "Pull through and back in sites. Some with shade some not. It was 98 when we stopped today, but got in the shade after 5 so it helped."
Level sites: Some parks have uneven terrain. At Cowboys and Angels RV Park and Cabins, one camper noted: "Site was very small and very unlevel to the point no way to use levelers. Very close to other RVs. Nice owner, very pleased with that."
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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Mountain Home, TX is HTR TX Hill Country with a 4.5-star rating from 14 reviews.
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