River enthusiasts will find Hollywood Bottom Park provides free camping specifically designed for paddlers navigating the Colorado River. This utility company-managed site offers four first-come, first-served campsites positioned 18 miles upstream from the next river access point, making it a strategic overnight stop for multi-day float trips.
Each campsite includes a picnic table and grill, though campers should expect very soft sand conditions that work well for shell collecting. The park primarily serves as a river put-in and take-out rather than a traditional campground, and local use as a gathering spot means authorities may question visitors not engaged in river activities. Those planning extended trips through the region can explore campgrounds around Wharton for additional staging options.
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Location
Public CampgroundHollywood Bottom Park is located in Texas
Coordinates
29.16200092 N
96.0450004 W
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Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
FREE established camping
Enjoy camping on government land. Limited or no services at this camping area.
Drive Time
- 1 hr 6 min from Victoria, TX
- 1 hr 24 min from Houston, TX
- 2 hrs 17 min from College Station, TX
- 2 hrs 31 min from Corpus Christi, TX
