Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Wimberley, TX

Mystic Quarry campground features dedicated dog park areas where pets can run off-leash while owners enjoy the Canyon Lake region's natural beauty. Several pet-friendly accommodation options include tent sites, RV spots with full hookups, and cabins that welcome four-legged companions. Nearby Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resort maintains clean, spacious grounds with pet-friendly policies that allow dogs throughout most of the property. Both campgrounds enforce leash requirements in common areas while providing designated spaces for pets to exercise. Many sites feature picnic tables and fire rings where campers can relax with their pets. The campgrounds maintain clean facilities with regular waste removal, ensuring a pleasant environment for all guests. Wide open spaces with thoughtful campsite touches make Dot's Spots particularly welcoming for pets and their owners.

Canyon Lake's pet-friendly campgrounds provide excellent access to hiking trails where leashed dogs can accompany their owners through the Texas Hill Country terrain. Mystic Quarry's property includes walking paths suitable for morning and evening pet exercise routines, with nearby trails offering additional exploration opportunities. Summer visitors should plan morning or evening walks to protect paws from hot surfaces during peak temperatures. Campground stores stock basic pet supplies for emergencies, with veterinary services available in nearby towns. Water-loving dogs particularly enjoy the proximity to Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River for swimming opportunities. Quiet hours are strictly enforced at most campgrounds, with barking policies in place to maintain peaceful environments. The expansive natural areas using sustainable resources provide comfortable stays for both pets and their owners in well-maintained, clean environments.

Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Wimberley, Texas (178)

    1. Cranes Mill Park

    27 Reviews
    Canyon Lake, TX
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 964-3341

    $26 - $35 / night

    "A great small park on beautiful Canyon Lake in legendary Texas Hill Country. The park is perfectly situated to explore the Hill Country."

    "We did have to be careful when backing in as there was a trash dumpster at the entrance of the site."

    2. Pedernales Falls State Park Campground

    86 Reviews
    Johnson City, TX
    25 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 868-7304

    $10 - $100 / night

    "Some of my friends brought their dogs to this pet-friendly site, and we camped out in the group campground. We didn't mind being around other people, and it wasn't too noisy when we went."

    "This was some of the best TEXAS camping we've done. We found a really nice spot that was on the cliffside and had an incredible view of the hill country. It was isolated enough from other campsites."

    3. McKinney Falls State Park Campground

    81 Reviews
    Sunset Valley, TX
    26 miles
    Website
    +1 (512) 243-1643

    $20 - $86 / night

    "This state park is a little outside of Austin near the airport."

    "This is one of my top 3 campgrounds in Texas. Most of the spaces are secluded and there are lots of trees and shade. The two swimming areas are amazing and the highlight of the park."

    4. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort: Canyon Lake

    11 Reviews
    Abiquiu Lake, NM
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 256-0088

    $57 - $373 / night

    "We came for the month of January to camp next to friends. It’s a family RV park and has nice amenities. We are just outgrowing the atmosphere."

    "I prefer this location to the Kerrville location on Guadalupe river. People here are a little bit more friendly and it's not as crowded. However, if you have a huge camper it can be tricky here."

    5. Mystic Quarry

    11 Reviews
    Abiquiu Lake, NM
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 360-4725

    "Great little hikes and dog park. We will be back. We visited in September and while hot, it was a wonderful time!!!"

    "These sites are close to the game/ pool area.
    Some construction on the grounds, looks like they are adding more cabins and teepee sites."

    6. Potters Creek Park sites map

    14 Reviews
    Canyon Lake, TX
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 964-3341

    $26 - $100 / night

    "Lots of trees in the RV area away from the water. Water front options for RV and camping. This place also has a "beach" area that you can swim at that is marked off with bouys."

    "We have a 42’ 5th wheel so driving to the dump station during out is not ideal but also not a deal breaker.  "

    7. Rio Guadalupe Resort & RV Park

    10 Reviews
    Abiquiu Lake, NM
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 351-8459

    $45 - $50 / night

    "They also have rules about flags so you really can get away from the pace of the world. Between the trees and the small fall crowd, it was soooo quiet. Everyone seemed to sleep in just a little."

    "The river access is Overlooking a canyon wall, with ducks and deer roaming and a huge yard of grass all the way down to the waters edge. White lights illuminate it at night."

    8. Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds

    43 Reviews
    Spring Branch, TX
    23 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 438-2656

    $28 / night

    "Pet friendly. River to swim in. Restrooms were clean. Staff friendly. Lots of hiking"

    "A great place to take a quick swim and get out of the Texas heat. Be sure to bring your dog! Awesome views and friendly people. Campsites are $15 a night or $90 a week."

    9. Blanco State Park Campground

    27 Reviews
    Blanco, TX
    22 miles
    Website
    +1 (830) 833-4333

    $20 - $30 / night

    "Type of Park: State 
    Check In: 2p Check Out: 1 p Cost per night $20+$5/person/day 
    Discounts:$5 with Texas State Parks Pass Total Cost$20

    Site #13 Notes:

    • Back In
    • Water
    • Max amp:"

    "In our trip around Texas, this was one of our favorite state parks.  Easy to book online and very inexpensive with our Texas State Parks pass.  "

    10. Dot's Spots

    3 Reviews
    Wimberley, TX
    5 miles
    +1 (512) 757-4242

    $45 - $70 / night

    "Dot's spot was one of our favorite sites in Texas! Sweeping views, beautiful trees, lovely facilities and friendly hosts. Thank you for a wonderful stay! We'll be back!"

    "You are positioned perfectly to visit San Marcos, New Braunfles, Drippings Springs, Wimberly, Blanco, Canyon Lake and Krause. Gruene. It was perfect"

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Dog-Friendly Camping Reviews near Wimberley, TX

1017 Reviews of 178 Wimberley Campgrounds


  • C
    Jan. 17, 2020

    Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort: Canyon Lake

    Family fun, better for littles than teens

    We came for the month of January to camp next to friends. It’s a family RV park and has nice amenities. We are just outgrowing the atmosphere. It’s nothing against the park, we just have a teenager. (14) I recommend it for any families with younger kids! If you have a teen who rolls their eyes as a bounce pillow and isn’t interested in miniature golf, probably keep looking.

    Our site is wooded and has a nice fire pit—but unfortunately right now there is a burn ban in Comal County.

    Pet friendly! Has a small dog park.

  • Diane B.
    Nov. 24, 2023

    Firefly Resort

    Very nice however ..

    We rented a tiny home and RV spot. It was wonderful. We also rented a golf cart to use at the resort. Our two day trip was$1000 but worth it. Had to pay$10 each for the dogs and$10 for my 5 yr old grandson which we knew up front and we're ok with. Upon arrival saw a dog park and a nice young man showed us to our spot and helped us back in. We then asked if the tiny home was pet friendly as the literature we received at the gate mentioned pet friendly units. The young man called up to the office and was told it was pet friendly. We had planned to keep my daughters dogs in the trailer with us but as they were crying for their momma and we were told it was pet friendly we let her take them with her. A fabulous trip and memory making Thanksgiving....that's where the goodness ended. After leaving we received a notice we would be charged a fee to deep clean the unit after we"broke the rules". Who spends that kind of money and the"breaks the rules"? We explained the man called and got cleared but we're told he denied the entire episode. So if you dare experience make sure you get EVERYTHING in writing.

  • M
    Dec. 2, 2021

    Hill Country RV Resort & Cottage Rentals

    Nice Park with little room between sites

    The park it’s self is nice and clean.  Staff for the most part is friendly and nice.  The pool is a hopping place over summer break and on the weekends when it’s warm.  RV sites are tight in the daily/weekly sites and parking your 40+ foot rig and tow vehicle in the spot are probably not happening.  They do have over flow parking and depending on your site it could be a good walk.

    They are pet friendly and have several dog parks and potty areas through out the park.  The laundry room is like no other I’ve ever been too.  All machines operate via debit/credit cards, no more quarters!!

    Over all we enjoyed our stay and would recommend this park for monthly stays or in one of their top tier sites for daily/weekly stays.

  • Mia D.
    Apr. 8, 2021

    Stone Creek RV Park

    Just off i35

    Super easy to get to off i35 between New Braunfels and San Antonio. The park is nice but could use some updating. The daily sites are up front and those are kept up, but if you walk around the park the ones near the back that are mostly monthly rentals could use some TLC. The playground was okay but the dog parks were nicer. It was cold so we skipped the pools but they have two.

    We stayed three weeks here after being caught in the Texas Arctic vortex. They were very accommodating considering we extended our stay twice. The location is super convenient and about 30-45 minutes from the River walk.

  • Brian A.
    Jul. 26, 2020

    Miller Creek RV Park

    Hidden Gem

    I first chose this RV park because it was further away from Johnson City (I wanted a quiet RV park that wasn’t too close to the busy traffic). I was not disappointed. My girlfriend and myself have stayed here twice and we will be going back in November. The office staff is friendly and very helpful. The sites are gravel/dirt but the are all level. There is a nice size dog park area for an RV park of this size. Me of the things I love is taking my dogs to the park first thing in the morning and watching the cows in the pasture next to the park through the fence.

  • Katie H.
    Jun. 14, 2020

    San Antonio Alamo KOA

    Clean and Fun Stay, Our Dogs Loved It!

    What a lovely stay! The facilities were all very clean and updated. The stocked fish pond was beautiful and the dog park was also nice. There were always some friendly pups there when we took our dogs. There's a greenbelt walk right next to the site we were at as well. Bikes to rent, friendly staff, happy campers all over, what more can you ask?

  • Bounding Around The Dyrt PRO User
    Mar. 1, 2020

    McKinney Falls State Park Campground

    Pretty park - popular too!

    This state park is a little outside of Austin near the airport. The park stays busy and it’s easy to see why– it’s really nice with waterfalls you can check out in the park and it isn’t far from the airport. We had a great stay here and will definitely check it out again if in the area. Although– watch the branches if you are in a bigger rig– we watched a guy hit one and mess up his roof. Also, if you will be camping in Texas State Parks a bit be sure to get the annual Texas State Parks pass– it will end up saving you a lot of money! Also, we went to a nearby market to buy what we thought was salsa(see pictures)– it definitely wasn’t and it was sooo spicy!!

  • Heather O.
    Sep. 19, 2024

    Canopy Luxury RV Resort

    Luxury RV Park worth the price.

    Honestly, the price wasn't too bad. Gated community with concierge service to your site. Most sites had some degree of shade and a decent amount of privacy. The pool and shower facilities are very nice and clean. The 2 dog parks (split into 2 sections each for small and large...so 4 dog parks) really helped keep our dogs entertained. Great rotation of food trucks and activities for kids. 100% recommended for a RV Resort stay.

  • Dirk B.
    Oct. 8, 2023

    Lake Pointe Resort

    Thumbs up.

    We stayed here for 2 weeks and don't regret it at all. The staff is very friendly and very helpful. The surroundings are beautiful and quiet. The RV park also offers 2 well-maintained pools. A family and an adult pool. There are deer roaming around the entire area, which was a new experience for our dogs. A simple but functional dog park was therefore very convenient for us.


Guide to Wimberley

Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River are focal points for pet-friendly camping near Wimberley, Texas. Located in the Texas Hill Country about 30 miles southwest of Austin, this area sits at elevations between 800-1,300 feet and features juniper-covered hills, limestone outcroppings, and spring-fed waterways. Summer temperatures typically reach the mid-90s while winter evenings can drop below freezing, requiring campers to prepare for seasonal temperature variations.

What to do

Fishing adventures: Canyon Lake offers excellent fishing opportunities for bass, catfish, and bluegill. At Potters Creek Park, visitors can fish directly from shorelines with pets nearby. According to Sheila C., "This park has some Great lake front sites, but even from the upper loop where we stayed we enjoyed a beautiful view." The park maintains clean facilities and spacious campsites that accommodate fishing gear.

River activities: The Guadalupe River provides multiple swimming and paddling spots for you and your dog. Rio Guadalupe Resort offers river access with rental options. Simon N. notes, "The riverfront is great for lounging in the shade, and the cliff side of the river is gorgeous for staring off into space." Many campers report paddleboarding upstream when water levels permit.

Hiking with pets: Take your dog on the trails at Pedernales Falls State Park, where leashed pets can explore with you. Kaitlyn M. shares, "The trails are the must for going to the park! Great hike down to the Pedernales Falls and cool little caves to explore." The park spans over 5,000 acres with trails ranging from 0.5 to 7 miles in length.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Campers consistently praise the generous spacing between sites at Cranes Mill Park, allowing privacy with pets. Mia D. comments, "Loved the extra parking spot for our truck. This campground feels super secluded away from the bustle of town, but is an easy 30-40 mins drive into New Braunfels/San Antonio." Sites include fire rings, grills, and covered picnic tables.

Clean facilities: Pet owners appreciate the well-maintained restrooms and shower facilities. According to Stephanie G., "As always our campsite was clean, restrooms fully stocked with TP and soap and showers have hot water which was nice since it was a cold evening." Regular facility checks ensure comfort for all guests.

Wildlife viewing: The chance to observe local wildlife while walking pets adds value to camping experiences. At Blanco State Park, campers can spot deer, birds, and other wildlife along the river. Mylie A. notes, "Great swimming. Shaded campsites. Walking distance into Blanco." Wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk, providing excellent viewing opportunities during morning and evening dog walks.

What you should know

Weather considerations: Flash flooding can occur quickly in the Hill Country. A reviewer at Pedernales Falls State Park warns, "Respect weather warnings!" During summer months, morning walks are recommended to protect pet paws from hot surfaces, with temperatures often exceeding 100°F by midday.

Reservation requirements: Most campgrounds fill quickly during peak seasons. At McKinney Falls State Park, Crystal C. advises, "Book In Advance! This park is very popular and quickly fills up on weekends, if you are planning a trip make sure you book well in advance to ensure you will have a site." Reservations often open 6 months in advance.

Pet policies: While most campgrounds allow pets, specific restrictions apply in common areas. Leash requirements (typically 6-foot maximum) are enforced, and proof of rabies vaccination may be requested. Some parks designate specific loops as more pet-friendly than others.

Tips for camping with families

Water play options: When camping with kids and pets, seek out shallow water areas. At Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, families find multiple water features. According to Whitney R., "The splash pad and water slides open at 1200 and my 6 year old had a lot of fun on them during the summer. The bounce pad is very nice." Children can rotate between activities while parents supervise.

Safety considerations: Many campgrounds offer security features that benefit families with pets. Stephanie G. at Cranes Mill Park shares, "I let the office know it was just us ladies and they surveyed the area to see how many folks were staying in the area to make me feel more at ease." Regular security patrols provide additional peace of mind.

Educational opportunities: Several parks offer ranger programs where children learn about local ecology while accompanied by pets. McKinney Falls features a nature center with exhibits about local wildlife and vegetation, helping children understand which animals they might encounter during their stay.

Tips from RVers

Site selection: RV campers with pets should consider site placement carefully. At Dot's Spots, a reviewer noted, "Wide open spaces with thoughtful campsite touches! Sweeping views, beautiful trees, lovely facilities and friendly hosts." Sites designed with pet relief areas nearby reduce walking distances during nighttime breaks.

Hook-up configurations: Different campgrounds position utilities differently. Kelly T. at Rio Guadalupe Resort observes, "The sites were confusing as stated back in but connections were on opposite side of our pop up camper making stretching hoses a hassle." Bringing extension cords (25-50 feet) and extra water hoses ensures comfortable setups regardless of site configuration.

Storage solutions: With pets in RVs, efficient storage becomes critical. Designate specific areas for pet supplies, ensuring leashes and waste bags remain accessible near doorways. Many RVers report success using collapsible crates that can be stored when not in use, maximizing limited space.

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