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Rocky Hill Ranch

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Rocky Hill Ranch in Texas features terrain with hills and open spaces. Temperatures range from the 40s in winter to the 90s in summer. Nearby, visitors can explore Bastrop State Park and the Colorado River for outdoor activities.

Description

Grey and Pam Hill created Rocky Hill Ranch in 1993 and opened it up to mountain bikers and other trail users. It soon became known as one of the first and best mountain bike ranches in Texas. The Hills left ranch operations to a number of lease-holders over the years. After starting and operating a successful business on the Texas coast they have headed for the highlands and are actively running Rocky Hill Ranch again.

Fee Info

Fee for tent camping overnight is $15 per tent, per night. A $10 Day Use fee per person, per day, also applies.

Children ages 12 and under are welcome to free admission.

RV Camping: Fee for RV camping overnight is $30 per RV spot, per night. A $10 Day Use fee per person, per day, also applies. 2 new 50Amp and 2 new 30Amp RV spaces have been added. There are 26 RV spots available.

Reservation Info

All RV Reservations must be made by email, we do NOT accept phone calls for reservations.

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Location

Rocky Hill Ranch is located in Texas

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Directions

Rocky Hill Ranch 578 FM 153 Smithville, Texas 78957 From Austin: Take Hwy. 71 EAST toward Bastrop. In Bastrop, you will go over the Colorado River bridge and come to an intersection with traffic light. Go straight at the light toward Smithville. The highway becomes Hwy 95 SOUTH to Smithville. Watch for a brown Texas Parks sign for Buescher State Park/ FM 153. Take the first exit for Smithville and turn left at the stop sign. Continue down FM 153 for 2.3 miles from Hwy. 71, past the Buescher State Park entrance. Shortly, you will see the entrance to Rocky Hill Ranch on your left, marked by a huge sign. From Houston: Take I-10 WEST toward Columbus. Just past the city of Columbus, merge onto Hwy 71 WEST toward La Grange. Continue down Hwy 71 through La Grange and onto Smithville. Watch for a brown Texas Parks sign for Buescher State Park/ FM 153. Take the last exit for Smithville and turn right at the stop sign. Continue down FM 153 for 2.3 miles from Hwy. 71, past the Buescher State Park entrance. Shortly, you will see the entrance to Rocky Hill Ranch on your left, marked by a huge sign.

Coordinates

30.0428631 N
97.125579 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.
  • Hike-In
    Backcountry sites.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Good
  • Verizon
    Unknown
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

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1 Review

Reviewed Nov. 22, 2021

Nice little campground

This is a ranch that has a trail through it. A little over than a 1/4 mile in (the walking trail), there is a place where they let you camp if you want. I think it’s around $20 or so, there is a little spot to pay by where you park. The trail is very pleasant , it’s mostly nice for the nice field views you get. The camp site itself is spread out, with fire pits and I think some benches. I’ve camped here twice and have been the only person both times. I gave it 4 stars because there is a little bit of car noise. But overall a pretty nice dependable little spot!

SiteThe primitive camping site (1/4 mile or so in)
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Rocky Hill Ranch by Trenton V., November 22, 2021
  • Review photo of Rocky Hill Ranch by Trenton V., November 22, 2021
  • Review photo of Rocky Hill Ranch by Trenton V., November 22, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Rocky Hill Ranch?

    Camping at Rocky Hill Ranch can cost between $15.00 and $30.00 depending on the site.

  • What is the elevation of Rocky Hill Ranch?

    Rocky Hill Ranch is located at 321 feet.

  • Are fires allowed at Rocky Hill Ranch?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Rocky Hill Ranch, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Rocky Hill Ranch have wifi?

    No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Rocky Hill Ranch does not have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Rocky Hill Ranch?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is unknown, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.