Best Tent Camping near San Saba, TX

Tent camping opportunities near San Saba, Texas include established sites at Colorado Bend State Park and Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, both offering primitive backcountry options for tent campers. Colorado Bend provides riverside tent sites with the North Area and River Backpack Area providing different levels of accessibility, while Enchanted Rock features the Moss Lake and Walnut Springs Areas with scenic views of the park's iconic granite dome formations.

Most primitive tent sites in the region require some hiking to access, with walk-in distances ranging from 200-300 yards at Colorado Bend's walk-in sites to approximately 1.5 miles for the River Backpack Area. Tent campers should prepare for minimal facilities at backcountry locations. According to one visitor, "If you opt for the hike-in Primitive camping, bring a wagon or pack light. That 1.5 miles isn't fun hauling gear." Composting toilets are available at most areas, but showers are limited or non-existent. Fire rings and picnic tables are standard at established sites, while backcountry areas may offer only cleared tent pads. Water access varies significantly between locations, making it essential to bring adequate supplies.

The tent camping experience at these parks offers varying levels of privacy and natural immersion. At Enchanted Rock, the primitive walk-in sites provide greater seclusion than the drive-up areas. A visitor commented that "the walk-in sites are really close together and the campground is pretty small. I recommend bringing your hiking pack and hiking a mile to the primitive sites, if you're able. They are much more scenic and you have more privacy." Colorado Bend's riverside sites offer beautiful views and access to swimming holes, though some primitive areas have less tree cover than others. Cedar Point Recreation Area provides additional tent camping options with fire rings and charcoal grills, though the sites lack water and electric hookups. Campers at all locations should be prepared for wildlife encounters, including raccoons and skunks at Enchanted Rock, and even the rare mountain lion sighting at Colorado Bend.

Best Tent Sites Near San Saba, Texas (7)

    1. North Area — Colorado Bend State Park Campground

    19 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (325) 628-3240

    $13 - $35 / night

    "There are rivers, streams, water holes, trees, caves and plenty of hike and bike trails to explore. 

    This park offers drive-up, walk-in, hike-in primitive and group campsites. "

    "The walk-in campsites are beautiful. They are well spaced and quite close to the river. The have lattern post, a picnic bench and a fire ring."

    2. Windmill Backback Area — Colorado Bend State Park

    2 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (325) 628-3240

    $10 / night

    "There is a great loop you can do around the entire park if you want to backpack it all. It was very hot when we went, we recommend going on a cooler day ;)"

    "Super beautiful. we walked around at the bottom for a while and found other pretty rock formations and things to look at."

    3. River Backpack Area — Colorado Bend State Park

    3 Reviews
    Bend, TX
    20 miles
    Website
    +1 (325) 628-3240

    $10 / night

    "If you like to hike in the back country this is an excellent park. It is secluded and once you go through the gates expect to travel around 6~7 miles to reach the campsites."

    "The trail there is almost perfectly flat you could definitely bicycle in and out. It’s nice to be right on the river and out of the hustle and bustle of a main camping area."

    4. Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    28 Reviews
    Willow City, TX
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 685-3636

    $14 / night

    "Once you walk about 20 feet, you’ll be in complete darkness without a light."

    "You'll be walking on solid granite. During the summer the temperatures rise sharply and there is limited shade to rest under on the summit."

    5. Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    24 Reviews
    Willow City, TX
    48 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 685-3636

    $14 / night

    "Drove 3.5hrs from Dickinson, TX with more than enough time to hike out to our camp site, set up and catch an unbelievable sunset from one of the scenic lookouts."

    "Tent camping is all they offer here I believe. I went on solo weekend camp out and really enjoyed it. The grounds are nice. You are not allowed to hang anything from trees which is a bummer."

    6. Cedar Point Recreation Area

    2 Reviews
    Buchanan Dam, TX
    28 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 473-3366

    "The campsite was nice and clean with a fire ring and a charcoal grill. The water was a little low but if you plan on doing a lot of swimming, bring water shoes."

    "This is a small, quiet park w/ 9 total campsites all right on the lake. Sites 1-3 are larger and more secluded while 4-9 are closer together on a peninsula."

    7. Grenwelge Park

    3 Reviews
    Llano, TX
    31 miles

    "We stayed here the evening of 2/16/20 thanks to location being shared by first reviewer. Great spot as described."

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Tent Camping Reviews near San Saba, TX

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Which is the most popular tent campsite near San Saba, TX?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near San Saba, TX is North Area — Colorado Bend State Park Campground with a 4.2-star rating from 19 reviews.

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