Oakmont — Garner State Park

We visited in the off season and the place was pretty empty. The only service is AT&T. Great hiking and nice river views.

This was our second trip to this park. The river is beautiful, and the hill country backdrop is gorgeous. We stayed in a cabin this time, #16. It was comfortable and we liked our space. We were in walking distance of the park store and the river.

The hiking here is fantastic. Must of the hikes include elevation changes and rocky ground, so I would call them moderately difficult. There is one easy hike for those who prefer that. Trails are well marked and intersect, so you can choose your adventure.

There are some stores and restaurants in Leakey, Concan, and Uvalde if you need to get out, but the area is very rural. Many of the places in Concan and Leakey close early.

If you like a party atmosphere, go during the summer months. Keep in mind lines get long to get in, and the park may close to new entrants. We prefer to go right before memorial day or after labor day. It's still warm enough to enjoy the river, and we've had no problem finding a spot to relax.

One caveat (and the reason for knocking off a star), the water is the park is terrible. Do not expect to use water for cooking or drinking. We went thinking we'd use the water in the cabin but could hardly take a shower in it much less drink it. Otherwise, this park is amazing.

This is the best campground around. Great campsites. Lots to do. Great store. Cabins! The Frio is the best.

I have stayed here twice, once in one of the cabins and the last time I camped with a group. I just love this park. The Frio River runs along side it. There are enough large hills to hike to challenge any hiker. The first time I went there was a butterfly migration that took my breath away.

Garner State park is a fantastic State park located just west of San Antonio. When we went it was a bit chilly but perfect weather for camping. We were able to get a great campfire going and enjoy being out under the stars. We did quite a bit of hiking and Geocaching. I believe there was also water activities like fishing and swimming available, but we did not do that this trip.

Pros:

Loads of amenities. Showers, Restrooms, MiniGolf, Dances, Cabins, Open Areas!

Loads of amazing Trails. Some of my favorites so far with hugely varied terrain levels.

Shockingly good food truck

Loads of sovereign shops (Could be a con for some)

Lots of awesome and unique geocaches.

No Cell service so we were forced to unplug

Cons:

Checking in Sucked. It took almost 3 hours and was pitch black by the time we finally were given our reserved campsite.

No Cell Service making Geocaching tough but do-able.

We have been going to Garner since I was a kid. We have stayed in the tent area and the cabin areas. Every day during the summer is a dance at night in the pavilion so bring your dancing shoes. The summer time is so busy at Garner so get there really early if you are going for a day trip. Cabins and campsites sell out months in advance. You can rent tubes but don't forget to bring old shoes for the water or your feet will hurt!

It’s wonderful here, everyone is family and the food is terrific! The people come from everywhere and yet no one ever knows where it is so only the best people ever get here! Bring your dancing boots, because they play amazing Texas county.