Reservations at Pecan Grove RV Park are handled by phone, sites run up to $80 per night, and the layout follows a single loop that can be a tight fit for larger rigs. That logistical reality aside, the park's position along Barton Springs Road in Austin puts campers within walking distance of Zilker Park, the Congress Avenue Bridge bat colony, Barton Springs Pool, and a stretch of restaurants, coffee shops, and food trucks that extends right to the park's edges. A brewery sits next door. A gas station convenience store is directly across the street.
The mix of long-term residents and short-stay travelers gives Pecan Grove a neighborhood feel that differs from most RV parks. Many sites are occupied by people who have been there for months, and reviewers consistently note that conversations with fellow campers are part of the draw. The park is gated, which several visitors mention as a factor in feeling secure overnight. Trees shade much of the property. There are no picnic tables or fire rings at individual sites, so campers who want to spend time outdoors will be doing it beyond the park's perimeter rather than at their site.
Facilities are functional but uneven. Hot showers and laundry are available on-site, and full hookups including electric, water, and sewer make it a workable base for longer stays. Bathrooms have drawn mixed comments, with at least one reviewer noting cleanliness issues and another describing the men's room as being in disrepair during their visit. Cell service has come up as adequate for most needs, though the park does not currently list WiFi as a confirmed amenity in all areas.
Getting around Austin from here is straightforward on foot, by bike, or by rideshare. Sami G. notes the walk to downtown is just over a mile, with river views along the way. Reviewers have biked to the Congress bridge bat viewing, run the Barton Creek Greenbelt trails, and reached South Congress and Sixth Street without needing a car. Nearby alternatives like Austin Lone Star RV Resort offer a more conventional RV park setup for those who prioritize amenities over proximity to the city core, and there are additional campgrounds around Austin for campers with more flexibility on location.
Pecan Grove works best for RV travelers who want to use Austin as their primary destination and are willing to trade polished facilities for a location that puts the city's main attractions within reach on foot or by bike.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPecan Grove RV Park is located in Texas near Austin
Directions
From jct US 290/71 & I-35: Go 2-1/2 mi N on I-35 (exit 233), then 1 mi NW on Riverside Dr., then 3/4 mi W on Barton Springs Rd.
Address
1518 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704
Coordinates
30.26191209 N
97.76095597 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/15/26- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 7/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 7/15/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 7/15/26
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 7/15/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 11 usersLast on 7/15/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 6 min from Austin, TX
- 58 min from Killeen, TX
- 1 hr 10 min from San Antonio, TX
- 1 hr 41 min from College Station, TX
