Best Glamping near Telegraph, TX

Recent Glamping Reviews near Telegraph, Texas

138 Reviews of 12 Telegraph Campgrounds

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  Sallie H.

  Guide

  

  Sep. 28, 2018

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Wild beauty

  Wonderful Texas park near Junction, TX and on the shores of the Llano River. Beautiful hikes, bird watching, swimming, fishing and relaxing.

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  Minette and Ron G.

  Traveler

  

  Jul. 31, 2018

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Natural Beauty

  This family friendly campground sits on the banks of the Llano River, with several spots for swimming, floating and fishing. The bird life is abundant and there are easy trails through the beautiful tall trees. This Texas State Park is very well maintained.

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  Jeff T.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 1, 2022

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Beautiful state natural area, great hill country hiking

  This is a beautiful park in a great part of the Texas Hill country.  Great hiking trails in this park as well.

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  Brian F.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 8, 2021

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  One Of My Favorite Texas Campgrounds- South Llano River State Park

  This is a wonderful campground the plenty of trails for hiking and biking. The Llano river offers opportunities for kayaking & tube floating. The campsites are shaded and not on top of each other.  Restroom and shower facilities where clean and well kept.

  All of the park personnel were friendly and knowledgeable and easy to find if needed. People were very respectful of the quiet hours.  There are bird blinds that are great for viewing the large variety of Texas birds.

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  Nick P.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 16, 2017

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Primitive camping

  Considering it was summer in central Texas, lost maples was beautiful. Great scenery, tons to look at and discover and several places to enjoy the water. The only thing that wasn't the best was that there wasn't a lot of trail to hike, I made it to the furthest campsite in less than 2 hours.

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  Terri F.

  Scout

  

  Oct. 3, 2023

  HTR TX Hill Country

  Picturesque & quiet.

  We loved this campground. 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. We extended our stay 3 times!  If you're in the Texas hill country, this is definitely the place to stay.

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  Shirley S.

  Traveler

  

  Jun. 22, 2019

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Love it

  Short trip for weekend stay for us. 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. Plenty of open space to see the Texas skies and right there at the Frio River. One of our go to spots.

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  Shirley S.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 23, 2019

  HTR TX Hill Country

  Awesome

  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. 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.
  There are several small walking trails. Three separate sections... rv full service, rv water/elec., tents. All lovely. Don’t like river water... check out the pool ❤️. Also lots of birds! All the sights and sounds of Texas camping. 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. Then we were visited by lightning bugs. The frogs will sing to you all night. Suggest a prime spot... slightly more but larger and lots of room to spread out! Lovely people, very attentive, very very clean! We will return!

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  Samuel L.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 3, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Beautiful oasis

  On a motorcycle road trip with my dad and we decided to spend a night here. It was a weeknight so there were available sites upon arrival. I’d recommend reserving in advance just in case. I honestly had never even considered staying at this park until we realized it was near. This park has some of the bluest water I’ve ever seen in Texas. The fishing was good and the park is packed full of all sorts of animals. We saw deer, boar, raccoon, and armadillo. Just a heads up, the armadillo are all over at night but they’re not aggressive in case you’re wondering.

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  Mickie B.

  Traveler

  

  May. 7, 2019

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Beautiful fall colors

  The sites are a little close-in, but otherwise perfect. There are so few of them (30 total), so book early- in order to get a fall reservation, I booked nearly a year in advance!

  The fall colors are beautiful (not like Northeast colors, but very nice for Texas :) ) There are picnic areas and a nice 4 mile loop to take in the tree scenery too.

  Sites have covered picnic tables, water spigots, and fire pits.

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  07JKRedrock S.

  Guide

  

  Apr. 10, 2021

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Pleasant stay

  We stayed for a quick overnight here, didn't get the opportunity to really explore the park. Nice quiet park to enjoy. The spots are a bit close together, maybe 10 or 15 feet spaced, but the guests surrounding us were respectful and friendly. The restrooms were decent, not your standard pit toilets we've come to expect from state parks further west. They did offer free showers for guests, although nothing to write home about though. Campground hosts were super friendly. They have armadillos all over the campground that are comfortable with humans and not aggressive, which was fun for the family not from Texas.

  Recommend this park to anyone in the area. Looks like a great park if you can spend a full day here or longer.

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  Shari G.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 31, 2021

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Great Trails, Nice Sites, Cool Wildlife, and VERY Friendly People

  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. It did not have good Verizon phone service, which is not necessarily a bad thing. 

  The campground uses its space very efficiently while still giving each campsite some modicum of privacy. In addition, there were walk-in sites for more primitive seekers and a few backpacking sites off the trail system. The shelter over each picnic table is a nice touch, unexpected for a campground only costing $20/ night. The bathrooms were clean, and both the water pressure and temperature were excellent. The camp hosts do an excellent job keeping a very nice campground. The water and dump station are easily accessed on the way into or out of the campground.

  Hiking opportunities begin right from the campground, and offer a wide range of effort and ability levels. Most of the trails are two-tracks so the uphill portions can be short and steep. The wildlife in this park range from wild turkeys to a host of seasonal migrant bird species. The park maintains several of the most luxurious bird blinds with stocked feeders so that you can enjoy many different species all in one place. We added a few new birds to our list. During the winter months, a large section of the park is closed after 3pm to accommodate the turkey roosting habits. We also saw dozens of feral pigs wandering the backcountry along with both Axis and White-Tail deer, and plenty of Armadillos. Fishing along the banks of the Llano River is also a popular activity, as is tubing during the warmer months.

  The nearby town of Junction has a medium sized grocery store, lots of gas stations and a few restaurants, most of which are bundled by the interstate 10 exit. It’s a pretty part of the Texas Hill Country with a very laid-back vibe.

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  Sam D.

  Guide

  

  Aug. 9, 2016

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Great for Fall Camping

  I camped here with my wife, dad, and younger brother for 3 days. We used the primitive hiking zones, and really enjoyed them. The trails we encountered were a good mix of more well-maintained routes to main areas, with more adventurous trails going out from their. The part was small enough that you could access any point on any given day, but felt large enough that it took us all three days to see every area. Overall, the park is a great mix of beautiful trees that produce nice fall colors not typically seen in Texas with great views from the canyon walls above. We really enjoyed our time there, and we definitely recommend it as a great camping destination that can accommodate many different levels of hikers and campers.

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  Trenton V.

  Guide

  

  Nov. 20, 2021

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  One of my fav primitive camping places

  Been here several times over the years and it’s perfect for primitive camping! The staff lets you switch places if you want and are pretty friendly/easygoing. I have camps in the farthest campsite out campsite S, and really enjoyed it, although it is a little bit of a hike. The best spots on the trail is the south west corner kind of and also the north east area. The southwest area is kind of a bald on the top of a mountain. The north east part is where the cliffs faces and ponds are. Along the trail you will also find a few little clear faces here and there and a few kind of nasty springs which are full of dead leaves and even swimming leeches! I have seen snakes, tarantulas, lots of turtles, and some very visible fish along the stream. Overall this is one of the best primitive camping places that you will find in Texas to be honest! Highly recommend.

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  Troy W.

  Legend

  

  Dec. 11, 2019

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Lost Maples + Fall Foliage

  Everyone loves Lost Maples State Natural Area, whether you are a RV camper, car camper, backcountry camper or just visiting for the day and day hiking. There's a little something for everyone. 

  Perhaps the best time of the year to visit Lost Maples is in the Autumn when the fall foliage is occurring - it is often during the first three weeks of November. However, during fall foliage it can be very difficult to reserve a campsite, so I recommend booking a campsite 6 months in advance. Or do what I did and show up on a really cold weekday when no one else is interested in being outside in 25 degree weather and there will be plenty of space to car camp or backcountry camp.

  If you camp at the established drive-up campground there are assigned campsites with space for cars, vans and RVs. At each campsite there is a sunshade shelter, picnic table, lantern pole, water, electricity and campfire pit with a grill. There is also a restroom nearby with sinks, toilets, showers and a water fountain. There is even a little free library where you can take a book to read or leave a book to share. 

  If you camp in the backcountry there are designated and marked zones where you just set up your tent. There are no facilities in the backcountry campsites so leave no trace practices should be applied. Near some of the backcountry campsites there are latrines.

  The park has well maintained hiking trails that will lead you by pastures, through forest, alongside creeks and up some hills. It is possible to hike the 8 to 10 miles of trails in one day, but it is more fun to go slow and enjoy the sights. There is an East Trail Loop and a West Trail Loop and some spur trails. Pick up a map at the Ranger Station and enjoy the trails. Some of the trails have steep rock ascents which are indicated on the park map.

  If you need supplies there is a small store with basics in the nearby town of Vanderpool.

  While you are in the area, you may as well stop by Bandera, Texas known as the cowboy capital of the world. It is a small Texas town and every weekend they celebrate cowboy culture with some performances and events.

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  Debbie J.

  Legend

  

  May. 12, 2021

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Awesome Dark Sky Park

  I chose to spend a few days at S Llano because of its reputation as a dark sky park. Unfortunately the night sky was clear only one night, but the sky was amazing. I haven’t seen so many stars in 30 years or so. The park is large, with all types of camping. Something for everyone. Water and electric sites are most common, but they also have primitive camping that is either drive in or walk in. We stayed in a water/electric site that was near the only bathroom in this section of the park. The sites are mostly level, and we were fortunate enough to get a perfectly level concrete parking pad. All sites in our section had nice picnic tables under patio covers. There are some amazing trails to hike, from easy short ones to some steep and difficult ones. This is a birders paradise, with more species of birds here than I ever imagined. There is also a huge wild turkey area, but we did not see any. You can swim and tube in the Llano River, and they rent tubes in the office. You can also fish here without a license
  This is my favorite Texas State park so far, and I want to make a return visit and stay a week or more.

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  Troy W.

  Legend

  

  Apr. 1, 2020

  Lost Maples State Natural Area

  Lost Maples State Natural Area Primitive Campsite H

  Lost Maples State Natural Area has some beautiful hiking trails and backpacking areas. If you need basic supplies you may find some at the general store in the small town nearby the park named Vanderpool. 

  Perhaps the best time of the year to visit is in November when the weather is cool and the fall foliage take place. However, the park is very busy in November, so make a reservation six months in advance. If no campsites are available you may visit for the day and find a private campground nearby to camp.

  There are basically two loops- an East Trail and a West Trail and each covers about 4-5 miles. It is completely possible to hike all the trails(about 12 miles) in a single day, but I prefer to hike and appreciate the natural features that can be found throughout the park.

  This review is for the Primitive Area H on the West Trail.  The campsite is a primitive or dispersed site so there are no amenities. There is no water, no electricity, no restrooms, just natural space. Leave No Trace and Pack In Pack Out principles should be practiced. The camping area is adjacent to the West Trail and close to the West Loop Trail. There is a open field in one area and a tree covered space in another area. So there are options for both tent and hammock backpackers. 

  This park has a number of peaks, creeks and ponds to view. In Texas State Parks fishing is allowed and no fishing license is required. Whether you're visiting to relax, fish or hike this park is enjoyable for all ages.

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  Marvista1

  Scout

  

  Sep. 12, 2020

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Awesome!

  We were traveling from Ca to Florida and had the pleasure of being able to stay here. We got lucky and found an available campsite for our RV. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful. We didn't have reservations or a permit, but luckily we were still able to stay. The hosts are super nice. Make sure you book online or call before 4:30, as this camp is popular! We were told that we were very lucky to find a spot. They had some cancelations because of the rain. Unfortunately, we only had time to stay one night, we wished we could stay longer. Driving in, you can see deer grazing and armadillos everywhere. The grounds are clean. There was a covered picnic table and benches at our site and a fire pit. Plenty of room to set up chairs and just enjoy the quiet! On our way out in the morning,  we stopped at the office and paid our dues. Hope to return! ;)

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  Jo A.

  Guide

  

  Dec. 30, 2020

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Dark Sky Park

  Beautiful and relaxing park. Access to the river waters on the road into the park with a nice little store at the office. Hiking trails and bird blind paths are everywhere. The bathrooms are well kept and the staff is friendly. The night sky will take your breath away!

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  Dan X.

  Ranger

  

  Jan. 5, 2021

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Nice stopover if you're driving on the 10

  Have stayed at this campground twice on cross country drives. Really lovely since it's close enough to the 10 not add to much time to your drive, but far enough that it's quiet and in nature.

  23 degrees overnight in December was not my favorite as a CA/FL person, but beautiful sunsets and lots of armadillos around.

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  Kendra

  Scout

  

  Oct. 6, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Beautiful Quiet spot

  Park is beautiful. Lots of wildlife, nice hiking trails and clean campsite that had neighbors who were very quiet so it felt very isolated. Definitely will be back soon.

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  Michael W.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 25, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Very nice campground

  The camp sights are laid out very nice, the camp hosts and the park rangers, keep the camp sites and restrooms very clean. Lots of hiking trails, plus the river to complement your stay.

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  Justin G.

  Scout

  

  Dec. 21, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Closed 12/20/2022

  Drove out to sleep for the night and the park is gated off with a sign “do not enter park/hunt in progress”

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  Jared S.

  Guide

  

  Mar. 21, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Easy to camp dark sky park.

  We've been to this park a few times and it's alway been a nice time. as of this review in March 2022 there is some construction to the entrance road that wasnt a problem for us as the park wasnt very busy. On one of our trips we saw armadillos which was cool

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  Jessy

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 23, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Great hiking

  The 1.5 mile trail to the site is clear and manageable with my 6 kids, 16-1 in age, while still being rugged. This site is close enough to the vaulted composting toilet for little bladders without it being bothersome with other campers coming and going. This site is close to the drop off for a creek bed so keep an eye on little wonders. No wood or charcoal fires are allowed in this area. Canister fuels only. Does have a picnic table at all primitive sites

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  Aidan M.

  Ranger

  

  Mar. 29, 2022

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  Great dark sky camping

  We stopped here for three nights. Spacious sites, plenty of nearby hiking.

  Park rangers drive by constantly in loud buggies. Makes you feel safe and attended to, but can get annoying.

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  Matt S.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 24, 2020

  South Llano River State Park Campground

  State Park with a River? Yes Please!

  Another Beautiful State Park with the South LLano River rolling through. 
  The camp is well kept with clean bathrooms and showers, as expected with a state park. 

  Lots of trees for shade, and even pre cut firewood available for donation (which is awesome). There is even a Turkey roost, whatever that is! 

  The River is accessible via some stairs, or just hiking down.