Best Tent Camping near Willow City, TX

Searching for a tent campsite near Willow City? You can find tent campsites by type, including drive-in, walk-in, and even hike-in for a backpacking adventure. Each spot offers quick access to one or more of Willow City, Texas's most popular destinations.

Best Tent Sites Near Willow City, TX (26)

    Camper-submitted photo from Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area
    Camper-submitted photo from Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    2. Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area

    24 Reviews
    64 Photos
    19 Saves
    Willow City, Texas

    Moss Lake (eight sites) and Walnut Springs (12 sites) are a 1 to 3 mile hike over rugged terrain. We charge an excess vehicle fee of $6 per car, per night, for each vehicle over two per campsite. No ash-producing fires are permitted in this area. You may use containerized fuel stoves that can be turned off for cooking. Minors (under 17) who are not camping with a sponsored group must provide a written consent form to stay overnight. No hammocks allowed in primitive camping areas.

    Magical, Mystical, Enchanted Climb the ancient dome for amazing Hill Country views.

    The massive pink granite dome rising above Central Texas has drawn people for thousands of years. But there’s more at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area than just the dome. The scenery, rock formations and legends are magical, too!

    Things to Do You can hike, backpack, camp, rock climb, picnic, bird, study nature, geocache and stargaze. (You cannot swim here or ride bikes on the trails.)

    Hiking Explore nearly 11 miles of hiking trails. Take a virtual tour with our Interactive Trails Map.

    All trails close 30 minutes after sunset, except the Loop Trail. The Summit Trail may close in wet weather. Check our trail status here or visit our Facebook page or Twitter feed. Rock Climbing Rock climbers must check in at park headquarters. You can pick up route maps there and read the climbing rules. Read through our Climbing Information before you come.

    Pets To protect this Natural Area, pets are only allowed in the designated day-use picnic areas, the campgrounds, and on the Loop Trail (pets are not allowed on any other trail). Don't leave pets unattended, including in vehicles and at campsites, and keep them on a leash no longer than six feet at all times.

    Shopping Our park store carries some gift items. You can buy wood for campfires at the park. Please bring your own drinking water, as it is in short supply due to the ongoing drought.

    Get involved Enchanted Rock needs your help! We will match your abilities to our many needs. You might guide a group to the summit, lead a tour of the loop trail, provide information to park visitors, or help maintain park facilities. Visit our Volunteer page to learn more.

    Join or donate to the Friends of Enchanted Rock.

    Outfitters and guide services The following guides lead rock climbing tours at Enchanted Rock:

    Austin Ascents, austinascents@gmail.com Outpost Wilderness Adventure, info@owa.com Rock-About Climbing Adventures, Adam@Rock-About.com Texas Climbing Adventures, info@texasclimbingadventures.com Ranger Programs Enjoy a star party or a nature hike led by a park ranger, or contact the park for special tours for your group.

    Check our Events page for upcoming programs. Become a Junior Ranger! Pick up a Junior Ranger Activity Guide and borrow an explorer pack. Email us to schedule a school or youth group tour. Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Area Attractions Visit Fredericksburg for a taste of German culture in the Texas Hill Country. There you can shop, dine, visit museums and find outdoor activities. Stop by Llano, known as the “Deer Capital of Texas,” for museums, music and more.

    President Lyndon B. Johnson was born near Johnson City. Learn about this colorful Texan at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. Tour the Texas White House and Johnson’s boyhood home. The Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site and the Sauer-Beckmann living history farm are nearby.

    Drive the Peach Loop, one of TPWD’s Great Texas Wildlife Trails. It will lead you to some of the best wildlife observation points in this area.

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    • Toilets

    $10 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Colorado Bend State Park Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Colorado Bend State Park Campground
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    Camper-submitted photo from Colorado Bend State Park Campground

    3. Colorado Bend State Park Campground

    32 Reviews
    124 Photos
    415 Saves
    Bend, Texas

    Colorado Bend State Park is one of central Texas’s most popular destinations. Two hours northwest of Austin, this park offers cave tours, river recreation, and over 35 miles of hike and bike trails. Visit in the off-season and enjoy a break from the intense Texas heat or take a dip in the cool, clear waters of Spicewood Springs for a refresher on warmer days. Texas’s tallest waterfall, Gorman Falls, is the prime attraction for visitors of Colorado Bend State Park. This 70-foot marvel can be reached from a moderate 3-mile hike where you can enjoy cool mist from the spring-fed waters upon your arrival. There are 15 drive in campsites at Colorado Bend where you can park RVs up to 30 feet, though the rest require some extra work to reach. 28 walk-in campsites can be found in the main campground, as can two primitive group campsites near the river. Looking for even more rugged seclusion? Hike to the Backcountry Windmill area where you will find designated backcountry sites just a mile from the trailhead. Every camper will find what they need at Colorado Bend State Park.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
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    • Standard (Tent/RV)
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    Camper-submitted photo from Shaffer Bend Recreation Area
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    Camper-submitted photo from Bankersmith, TX
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    7. Bankersmith, TX

    1 Review
    9 Photos
    26 Saves
    Fredericksburg, Texas

    Camp sites are in a large cow pasture across the street from Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon. Please don't come expecting Yosemite or the Ritz Carlton. This is as primitive as it gets. Conveniently located in Fredericksburg, Texas off the famous and beautiful Old Highway 9. A short 7 miles from downtown Fredericksburg, these primitive RV and primitive campsites are close to Luckenbach, the Old Bat Tunnel and Alamo Springs Burger. In fact the campsite is directly across the street and a short walking distance to the historic Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon. Guests can enjoy this Texas Original with concerts, festivals most weekends or even just by stopping by for live music(played daily) and a cold drink. The Saloon is open 7 days a week! Campers are of course allowed to bring in food or drink on the campgrounds but it may be easier to enjoy the food from Bankersmith’s Restaurant and Full Bar literally across the street! Hamburgers, Chicken Wings, BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches and a whole lot more(even Fried Bull Testicles)! This Bankersmith Texas Campground is primitive on site but guests are welcome to use both the restrooms and water sources across the street, in the Saloon, when open. The camping grounds are on a open field close to the entrance of the parking. Campers are not to go through the second gate due to live stock.

    • Pets
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    • Reservable
    • Tents
    • Alcohol

    $30 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Grenwelge Park
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    8. Grenwelge Park

    3 Reviews
    13 Photos
    8 Saves
    Llano, Texas
    • Phone Service
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    • Trash
    • Picnic Table
    • Toilets
    Camper-submitted photo from North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park

    9. North Area Primitive Site — Colorado Bend State Park

    17 Reviews
    123 Photos
    38 Saves
    Bend, Texas

    Sites #1-29 are only for tents, and are along the riverbank. You must carry your gear about 50 yards. Water is in the area, but not at each site. Picnic table Fire ring Water nearby Lantern post Restrooms nearby

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    • Phone Service
    • Tents
    • Trash
    • Drinking Water
    • Toilets

    $13 - $23 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Creek Recreation Area
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Recent Tent Reviews in Willow City

826 Reviews of 26 Willow City Campgrounds


  • juliet S.
    Camper-submitted photo from Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis
    Nov. 13, 2024

    Pace Bend Park - Lake Travis

    Views for Days

    Was absolutely stunning, it’s on a cliff top so your “backyard” is a small trail to a gorgeous overlook of the lake and adjacent cliffs. I didn’t expect to be given this view. The campsite itself is also fairly shaded and there are some cacti but it’s the best spot I’ve stayed at while being there!

  • A
    Camper-submitted photo from Inks Lake State Park Campground
    Oct. 28, 2024

    Inks Lake State Park Campground

    Clean and Quiet

    This site was very clean and the bath houses were tidy and neat. We stayed right on the water and it was beautiful. Park staff was present and we would see them often driving around and checking on things.

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    Camper-submitted photo from May the Forest Be With You unique RV stay
    Oct. 20, 2024

    May the Forest Be With You unique RV stay

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  • Aaron D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Inks Lake State Park Campground
    Oct. 19, 2024

    Inks Lake State Park Campground

    Hill Country Getaway On The Lake

    We stayed at spot 50 in the west look. It was extremely hard to back into, there is a tree right in front that you have to angle around. Site was somewhat level. Bathrooms were a little far away, you could see them from the spot, but it was about a.2 mile walk. Not a lot of street lights throughout the campground made things nice and quiet at night. The site had good Verizon cell service, around 25-50 mbps. The Tmobile service was around the same. The lake was beautiful and there were a ton of trails and spots to sightsee. The big draw for this campground is the proximity to Longhorn Caverns state park, which is a must see and do. Overall the campground was clean, relatively quiet, right next on the lake, with a ton of activities. I would recommend staying at one of the other areas that have bathrooms closer and better sites.

  • Monica J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Creek Recreation Area
    Oct. 14, 2024

    Camp Creek Recreation Area

    SLOPE UNBLOCKED

    Cedar Bend RV Park: Where relaxation meets adventure! Discover serene landscapes and exciting activities like Slope Unblocked, perfect for all ages. Whether you're RVing or camping, our amenities ensure a comfortable stay. Visit us for a getaway you won't forget! https://slopeunblockedd.github.io

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanco State Park Campground
    Oct. 9, 2024

    Blanco State Park Campground

    Nice place, arrive early for instructions

    Beautiful location and facilities. It was difficult for late arrival to see and erroneously enter private cow pastures. Because we arrived late, we had no instructions on locked shower room. Get instructions be c or arrival. Quiet and relaxing. Worth it to spend more time hear.

  • julia W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from HTR TX Hill Country
    Sep. 30, 2024

    HTR TX Hill Country

    Great place

    I tent camped for several days here. The staff are helpful, bathrooms are super clean with soap, decent water pressure and everything is so well kept. I was thoroughly impressed and will be back to try the other sites. I stayed at turtle falls. It was so peaceful listening to the water all night.

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Shaffer Bend Recreation Area
    Aug. 31, 2024

    Shaffer Bend Recreation Area

    Shaffer Bend Recreation Area

    Shaffer Bend Recreation Area is a great destination for nature lovers, close to Lake Travis and great outdoor activities. Relaxing on the beach or enjoying the sunrise from the 15th location is an experience not to be missed. Don't forget to de-stress with a io games after a day of exploring!

  • Thomas F.
    Camper-submitted photo from Alamo Fiesta RV Resort
    Aug. 21, 2024

    Alamo Fiesta RV Resort

    Good!

    We had an amazing stay at Alamo Fiesta RV Resort! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The facilities were clean and well-maintained, Retro Bowl College with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

  • K
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Falls Adventure Park
    Aug. 5, 2024

    Hidden Falls Adventure Park

    Hidden Falls Adventure Park

    Hidden Falls Adventure Park is a great destination for those who love challenges and exploration. Just like in the Slope Game where you have to control the character to overcome obstacles and achieve high scores, this park is also full of exciting challenges such as climbing, ziplining and hiking.

  • dThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from RV Park USA
    Jun. 7, 2024

    RV Park USA

    Very Nice and Friendly place

    Very clean campsite with other permanent RV live in. Dianne was very friendly and was very helpful In getting me check in after hours. Great place I recommend staying here.

  • Lexi W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Inks Lake State Park Campground
    May. 8, 2024

    Inks Lake State Park Campground

    Must Go!

    I had the most amazing time! The Lake is beautiful and the camp grounds are right on the water. Restrooms and showers are clean and close too! Spread out enough to where you aren’t on top of your neighbors, I will definitely be back!

  • Mark D.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Kerrville-Schreiner Park
    May. 3, 2024

    Kerrville-Schreiner Park

    UP IN THE HILLS

    Stayed on the 'hill side' and really enjoyed the park. Most sites you pull in paralllel to the road which is nice. Had deer through our site every day. Really good hiking but some of the trails were closed due to race events. Close to town and not too far of a drive to Fredericksburg and went to the Nat'l Pacific War Museum and that was well worth the drive. Here in October so park was about 1/8 full if even that.

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanco State Park Campground
    May. 2, 2024

    Blanco State Park Campground

    Location Location Location

    We selected the park to use as a base for exploring the Texas hill country. In addition to that we had a great time exploring Blanco and the park.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lady Bird Johnson RV Park
    Apr. 28, 2024

    Lady Bird Johnson RV Park

    Pleasant Experience

    Our RV GPS took us right to the park where you check in at their headquarters building. Check in was quick and we proceeded to pull through site 9 with FHUs. Site 9 is only a pull though if site 8 is not occupied. The sites in this area are set up on both sides of the road with you parking in a line, parallel style. There are white lines painted on the road to designate where the sites begin and end. Once unhitched, we were able to park our F450 adjacent to our 5th wheel. The park has cable TV with lots of channels. We got 4 bars on Verizon. The utilities are towards the back of the site, and we needed 15’ for sewer, 20’ for water, and 20’ for electric. The water pressure was good at about 50 psi. We had a clear shot to the north sky for Starlink. A south sky satellite shot may be iffy due to the mature trees in that direction. The WiFi was okay for a CG this size. Site 9 is near the playground and one of the two shower/restroom facilities. The sites in this campground (CG) are for the most part close together, especially in the front area near the entrance. There’s a large fenced dog park along with plenty of areas to walk your dog. With the county airport adjacent to the CG, we enjoyed watching the wide variety of small aircraft. We enjoyed playing a round of golf at the course adjacent to the CG and touring the local wineries.

  • Dave B.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
    Apr. 27, 2024

    Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds

    Its a great place. It is in the process of getting cleaned up.

    This park is one of the better ones. It is just needing to be cleaned up with some of the older units that are parked all year round there.

    We came for a 1 week stay and ended up for a month. We will come back again. Great location.

    Office ladies were great to deal with on our mail also.

    Thank you everyone

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Cranes Mill Park
    Apr. 24, 2024

    Cranes Mill Park

    Nice size spaces

    I passed off about 75 feet between sites. Most have views of the lake. At the moment the water level is very low and facilities near this campground are high and dry.

  • Jake C.The Dyrt ADMIN User
    Camper-submitted photo from Harper Oaks - Raw Land
    Apr. 9, 2024

    Harper Oaks - Raw Land

    New to the Dyrt!

    Jake from the Dyrt here! We're excited to have this campground on the Dyrt and ready for you to book, check them out and make sure to leave a review!


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Guide to Willow City

Tent camping near Willow City, Texas, offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. With a variety of campgrounds featuring unique amenities and activities, outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty to enjoy.

Tips for tent camping near Willow City

  • Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area provides hike-in camping with vault toilets available, making it a convenient choice for those looking to explore the trails.
  • Walnut Springs Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area allows pets and requires a permit, ensuring a peaceful experience while enjoying the scenic views.
  • Grenwelge Park offers a unique camping experience right in town, perfect for those who want to combine outdoor adventures with local charm.

Some prices for tent camping range from $5 to $25

  • Frontier Outpost is a budget-friendly option at just $5 a night, ideal for those looking for a classic roadside camping experience.
  • Turkey Bend charges around $25 per night, providing access to beautiful waterfront sites and a chance to enjoy the great outdoors.
  • Shaffer Bend Recreation Area offers a well-reviewed camping experience with spacious sites, typically priced around $25, perfect for families and groups.

Local attractions to explore while camping

  • Enchanted Rock State Natural Area features breathtaking views and multiple hiking trails, making it a must-visit for outdoor lovers.
  • Muleshoe Bend - Lake Travis is known for its excellent fishing and water activities, providing a great spot for a day of fun on the water.
  • Cypress Valley offers a unique blend of tent camping and cabin accommodations, perfect for those looking to enjoy nature with a touch of comfort.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Willow City, TX?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Willow City, TX is Moss Lake Area — Enchanted Rock State Natural Area with a 4.7-star rating from 28 reviews.

  • What is the best site to find tent camping near Willow City, TX?

    TheDyrt.com has all 26 tent camping locations near Willow City, TX, with real photos and reviews from campers.