River, stream, or creek glamping near Austin

Escape the city to soak in the emerald rivers and waterfalls just outside Austin city limits.

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James

2 days ago

Weekend Trip to Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

What went well? EVERYTHING was better than described or expected. My wife and I were met by Bo (sorry if not the spelling). Smiling from ear to ear and just an overall wonderful person. He helped us take our things to our cabin and described different things that we could do. Everything from a scavenger hunt to harmonica lessons. Beautiful property nestled away from traffic or prying eyes. The cabins are spaced well far apart so you do not feel like others are in your business. I could not believe how well stocked the cabin was. Plenty of blankets, heaters, ceiling fans, air conditioning, cookware, microwave - this was literally the easiest camping experience I've ever had and I'm 55 lol. They also have a fire pit area for each individual cabin to make the experience even nicer. We spent 2 evenings and just had a blast. There are plenty of places to get wonderful food, beverages or any other thing you and your family might need. This is a must stop for camping on a wonderful level. Each cabin also had its own 5 star outhouse and 5 star is the truth! Absolutely cleaner than public restrooms with every necessity. I highly recommend this camping spot!

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Great location, beautiful camp ground. Had a blast, wish the weather would have been better so we could’ve been outside more.

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Beautiful, quiet site with the starriest nights! Our dog loved it as much as we did.

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Beautiful piece of land nested in the Hill Country! Bill is a wonderful host and our one night stay made us want to come back and stay for longer

Weekend Trip to Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR

We had such a great time staying here for the weekend. Bridget was so friendly and helpful and she gave us great tips for fishing. Site 2 was perfect ! Great weekend getaway with the kids.

Weekend Trip to Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR

Nice quiet spot on the river. Brought us firewood on Friday that lasted until Sunday morning. Great spot if your looking for a no hassles, no frills place to chill.

Weekend Trip to Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR

Camping at Geronimo's land reminded me of camping as a Boy Scout in my early teens. It was awesome to share the nostalgia with my daughter as we roasted marshmallows over the campfire. We were able to enjoy all that the place had to offer, like the rope swing into the frigid Colorado river, fishing poles available at the riverside, the strategically placed hammock providing a peaceful, relaxing view of the water and even the little old play park. Our stay was uninterrupted, except for the welcomed firewood delivery on the first night. This facilitated the great Daddy-Daughter Camping tradition we have come to enjoy annually. PS. This is not glamping, this place is for REAL CAMPERS (you know yourselves).

Weekend Trip to Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

We absolutely loved camping here. Both Hollis and Beaux are AMAZING hosts. Extremely responsive and kind people. The site was beautiful. We stayed at site 4, surrounded by trees, but still able to see the stars. Beautiful lights wrapped around the tree and equipped with a grill, fire pit, and picnic table. It was truly such an amazing campsite. The outhouses were well maintained and there was even a hot water shower, also well maintained. The whole campgrounds itself is beautiful and has such a wonderful vibe. Can’t recommend this place enough!!

alexandra

2 weeks ago

Weekend Trip to Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

Really enjoyed my weekend here! Very peaceful, the nature was beautiful and very friendly and helpful hosts.

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Super private site, responsive hosts and Blanco only 5m away, perfect!

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Had a wonderful time at this campsite. Property is beautiful and the host was nice and accommodating. Will come back for sure.

We brought our own camping chairs, but there were also chairs available and picnic tables.

2 weeks ago

Tent

Weekend Trip to Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

We stayed at one of the tent sites and it was great. Very nice area, surrounded by trees, quiet, dark, perfect. The shower and outhouse were well kept and the hosts were friendly and helpful. I'm very happy we stayed here.

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

Beautiful view and was very private. We loved taking a walk around the trail!

Weekend Trip to Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR

One of the best out there. Bridget was fast to respond and really cares about the guest experience. She went above and beyond a few times unprompted. The sites were great and spaced well apart. Easy drive from Austin. Kayaks available for rent and we took them out to go fishing. Beautiful land that is well taken care of. Plenty of details that show that the property owners care - from the fire pits to the showers to the layout of the sites - all very well thought out. Our family had a wonderful time. One note - you can hear the train horns at night, which kept us up the first night. They didn’t seem to bother us as much the second night. Bring earbuds if you’re sensitive to that. We’ll be back. Thanks again!

Weekend Trip to Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR

Beautiful campsite and well taken care of by our host Bridget! It is a peaceful location and the river access is pristine. The meadow that the campsite is located in during the spring time is beautiful.

4 nights at Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR

6 of us camped out right by the river. The host crew was extremely accommodating making sure we had enough wood, and offering us the fish they caught! It felt secluded and like our own little slice of paradise. We will definitely be returning as soon as we can!!

2 nights at Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

We loved glamping in our RV at the Happy Horse Ranch. Our hosts were SOOO helpful with maps, recommendations and hospitality. We loved the ukulele song Hollis came and played us at our campsite. She was so talented and created a song based off of our conversation. It was unbelievable. Great people, great place. My family and I will be back.

2 nights at Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR

Beautiful river side camp! The hosts were great!

Weekend Trip to Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

This place has been around a while for horse stays and it shows. The set up is really great with 2 composting toilets, a place for washing dishes with hot water and a shower. The hosts are some of the most responsive and most well organized that I have seen, which matters enormously. They were ready for us, guided us to our spot and even made sure we backed in our popup trailer without issue. Gave us a map with local highlights and provided enough to have a fire - wood, firepit, chairs. Electricity and water are at sites 8 and beyond along with a picnic table for meals. The place is just next to McKinney Roughs Nature park which offers lovely hikes, Bastrop is 1 minutes away with great food for a small town feel, and Austin about 20 to 30 with of course endless options.

Weekend Trip to 3 Dry Wells Ranch

It was a quiet and nice campsite. We enjoyed our stay!

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3 Dry Wells Ranch

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents110 acres · Blanco, TX

We welcome you to come enjoy the beautiful outdoors and dark sky on a scenic 110 acre ranch in the Texas Hill Country. Our family has lived and cared for this unique property since 1976 and we are still here today. We are conveniently located in Blanco, Texas less that 50 miles from either San Antonio or Austin and in the heart of the Texas wine country. Our campsites are next to a spring feed tributary creek which flows year around feeding into the Blanco River just a few miles away or hillside with amazing views of the river valley. You will enjoy the babbling creek, miles of hiking and biking trails, cooling off in the creek, scenic hilltop views, solitude, bold sunrises and sunsets, and a brilliant night sky. We have numerous old growth hardwood trees including Live Oaks, Spanish oaks, Elm, Escarpment Cherry, Black walnut, and Ashe Juniper (cedar) one of which has the largest circumference in Texas. We have a wide selection of native and migratory wildlife that calls this place home including white tail deer, wild turkeys, foxes, bobcats, jack rabbits, road runners, seasonal songbirds and butterflies. We are just minutes away from Blanco State Park and a short drive to Pedernales Falls or Guadalupe River State Park.

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Texas Music River Ranch Events CTR

35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents75 acres · Webberville, TX

The Texas Music River Ranch is 111 acres located in the quaint village of Webberville, Texas, only 20 miles east of downtown Austin. The large oak and pecan trees amid the rolling green hills of this gorgeous ranch land are nestled on the banks of the lazy Colorado River. Swim, kayak, or canoe...but there’s no better way to beat the legendary Texas heat than by grabbing an inner tube and enjoying a calm, steady float along a river known for an abundance of fossils and its wildlife. Bring your own tubes, kayaks and canoes, we are currently replenishing our inventory. Or perhaps you prefer to fish the shady tree-lined banks. Either way, you'll see a variety of birds while you relax on or beside the cool waters of the Colorado River. We're kid and dog friendly (leashes mandatory) and we love musicians. Bring an instrument and join us for an impromptu jam session in our special events room or around the campfire. Cook dinner on our BBQ pit. Firewood is available onsite A few rules... 1. Check in is before sunset. We ask that all Hipcampers wait at gate for staff to guide you to your location for safety reasons. Contact us if you arrive ahead of schedule. 2. No wondering by the upper level cabins (these are private property). Showers are behind these cabins. Please respect staff spaces. 3. If you have an extra vehicle, please park it with your other vehicle. 4. If you have a 3rd extra vehicle, let us know and we will direct you where to park it. 5. Please be courteous of other campers space and road access. 6. All kids are free. If your kids are 17 and under do not add them or it will charge. 7. If you have an impairment please let us know before booking so that we can ensure a space is ready and suitable for you. 8. All dogs must be on leash. Please clean up your dogs Poop. If you have any questions or concerns, contact our Office phone @ (512) 884-4345 Office Hours: Monday-Saturday 9am-9pm, Sunday 11am-6pm We look forward to making your acquaintance and sharing our little piece of Central Texas heaven with you, your family, and your friends.

Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway

15 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents22 acres · Cedar Creek, TX

GET AWAY without going FAR AWAY! Feels like the middle of nowhere, but it's only 25 miles to downtown Austin and 15 miles to the charming little town of Bastrop with its eateries, shops and historic buildings. Spend quiet nights in the country listening to the coyotes howl and the owls hoot. Hike the nearby Roughs (trailhead is 2 miles away) or book a river canoe or kayak trip with one of the local outfitters. Bring the family and have a weekend event under the trees and covered shade of our Pony Pavilion! Hollis and her wonderful voice, great stories and powerful ukuleles now offer LIVE MUSIC by your very own campfire, for your private enjoyment. (See the EXTRAS category to book a $20/45 minute/weather-permitting show, or a 1-hour Ukulele lesson, or just get with Hollis when you show up at camp) Enjoy the park trails, the Happy Horse on-site Scavenger Hunt, the delightful maze of campground trails (on your bikes!) and the peace and quiet! Happy Horse Hotel is on 22 acres conveniently located between Austin and Bastrop in the Pope Bend of the Colorado River. LCRA's fabulous McKinney Roughs Nature Park is 2 miles up the road, adjacent to the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort. The camp area is 9 secluded, fenced and wooded acres laced with all-dirt flat biking and walking trails on our property. We encourage you to bring your bicycles along. The bird watching is great!

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Colorado RiverBend Retreat #CRBR

6 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents12 acres · Smithville, TX

This 12.4 acres of wildlife on the Colorado River is full of so much natural beauty! We're Located In Smithville Tx Home Of Hope Floats! 5 mins from downtown! Plenty of stores if needed! Roundtop And Lagrange Tx home of the antique shows (15-25 mins) Sherwood Forest Fair (25mins) Beautiful Historic Bastrop (12mins) 🚨PSA Please Be Advised🚨 Checkin is AFTER 3 BUT BEFORE 7:30pm We're Asleep By 8p As We Rise By 3:30am Every Morning! If you've ordered extras please be sure to checkin inside the window to receive them! Otherwise you will have to request them the following morning. This Is The Country Where Folks Do Hunt And Shoot!! Although Your Completely Safe, You MAY Or May NOT Hear Gun Shots!! If You Have A FurBaby That Is Panicked And Stressed From Fireworks Popping And/Or Gunfire ( AS I DO ) It May Be Best 2 Leave Them Home,, To Prevent Any Uncomfortable Anxieties That May Occur IF there happens to be gun shots. PLEASE NOTE (TP) CAN BE PURCHASED BUT IS NO LONGER PROVIDED AS WELL AS TOWEL BUNDLES. 🚨🚨 We Can Not Control Mother Nature Guys! 🚨🚨 If There Has Been Excessive And Continuous Rainfall Travis Co. WILL Open The Gates On Us Little Guys Down River! (which makes for the BEST fishing BTW #MonsterCats) But This Will Inevitably Flush The River Stirring Up The Sandy Bottom. When that happens the Beautiful SandBar Is NonExistant As The Rising waters Cover it. Hipcamp now offers a weather insurance that you may want to add to your booking just Incase Mother Nature decides to smack us around PLEASE BE MINDFUL THE PRIVATE DOCK IS THE RIVERRAT SHACK BNB GUESTS' RIVER ACCESS!! Please be respectful and courteous to All Guests and their campsite's and individual spaces!! 🙏 📢 PSA 📢 Reading The Shower Instructions Is Best Done B4 Entering The Shower!! Always turn the hot on 1st and do not add any cold until it's All The Way HOT 🥵 We No Longer Have Cows Grazing!! 🚨 RVs must be added in extras tab and ONLY allowed @ Site3 w/ Permissions 📣Attention Campervan's 📣 A Campervan is a type of RV And RVs Are Only Allowed @ Campsite 3 As To Not Block The River Views From Other Camper's. If You Have A Campervan And Want To Be @ A Bank Site.... You'll Need To Get Permissions From The Host 1st, B4 Booking!! 🙏

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Hill Country Nature Retreat

8 sites · Lodging38 acres · Blanco, TX

My husband and I have built 100% of our homestead ourselves, with no hired help and we try to use as much recycled materials as possible. We utilize some solar power and capture 100% of our water from the rain, for an eco friendly experience. In addition to our rentals, we also built a run a small event/retreat center where folks host retreats, weddings, workshops, and more!

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Tipis on the Guadalupe

10 sites · Lodging1 acre · New Braunfels, TX

Welcome to our Tipi Resort! Glamping & Guadalupe River Access near beautiful Canyon Lake! This is the ultimate Good Vibes destination for families looking for a unique and unforgettable experience. This Tipi resort in New Braunfels, TX offers eight cabins at on a glamping campsite in Texas. From the outside, they look like real Tipis and the interiors are a comfortable and modern cabin with sleeping for up to 6 guests! Each is fully furnished and air-conditioned. They all have a kitchenette with a sink, a small dorm-sized fridge, a 2 burner stove, and a large toaster oven. They also each have a separate private bathroom with a walk-in tiled shower located next to the tipis. Outside, there are individual barbecues, picnic tables, and fire pits serving each cabin. Guests are sure to love their stay at one of the most unique glamping sites New Braunfels has to offer! Tipis 1, 6, and 7 each have two queen-size beds and a modern foldout couch, sleeping up to 6 guests in a large, round room. Tipis 2, 3, 4, 5, and 8 each have three queen-size beds in each Tipi, sleeping up to 6 guests in a large, round room. The Tipis are also perfect to rent one or a few for a small or large group. There are personal BBQ pits and fire pits, outdoor games like pingpong, tetherball, and corn hole, or bring your own! There is a scenic waterfront deck located down our walkable trail, called the Path of Positivity! Everything has been provided to ensure our guests enjoy a wonderful glamping experience! The river view is located down the trail from the Tipis! Feel free to reach out to us with any questions you have!

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Off Grid Immersion Camp

9 sites · Lodging, Tents85 acres · Dale, TX

****Recent Update**** Due to new adjacent properties developments, and new neighbors moving in nearby, there are occasional neighboring barking, music and gunshots that can be heard from the distance, which is pretty common out in the countryside here. *************************************************************************************** There is currently a group of 10 people who spend the majority of our time living and striving to create community on these 85 beautiful acres of land. Our goals are to establish a thriving community, grow most of our own food, build tiny houses to rent or sell, create sustainability and be as self sufficient as possible, salvage material for builds, host events and retreats, teach classes, and more. Please feel free to ask questions and share any interest you may have in what we are doing here. Our property is a densely forested 85 acres with a walk-able 2 miles around the perimeter of the property and many trails and hidden nooks to explore throughout the heart of this beautiful escape back to our natural roots. We are in the process of mapping out the trails- which we plan to make available soon! For now those of you with a sense of adventure and desire to explore will certainly be satisfied. We have a full acre size pond and a kayak that you can feel free to use. There is a communal area around the pond that we will be adding to in the near future- you may run into some of our community members or other campers there from time to time, we invite you to socialize, bring a chair, perhaps a beverage or snack and get to know each other and us as well if we cross paths! You will observe and encounter wildlife in abundance including a variety of birds, wild hogs, opossums, armadillo, moles, spiders, scorpions, butterflies, praying mantis, walking sticks, snakes- keep an eye out for rattlesnakes and copperheads, deer, many insects, and more. Please be cautious and treat these creatures' home with respect for them as well as yourselves. Our property is also home to some lovely cows, chickens, a few dogs, and several cats- they (other than the cows who do what they please) generally remain in areas away from our camp sites though they may still decide to stop by to say hello! We have many spaces available for camping throughout the property. These are primitive campsites on raw land so you will need to provide your own tent, water, food, and operate with a leave no trace mentality when camping here. There are areas that can accommodate large groups of campers as well as very secluded nooks if you are looking for a private retreat into nature. There is plenty of fallen wood available for firewood and a fire pit will be prepared for you before arrival!

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River Grove Retreat

3 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents1 acre · Kingsbury, TX

San Marcos Riverfront property! Kayaks, Tubes, Hammocks INCLUDED in this rental. This river gem is the perfect get-way to see the open skies and sink your toes in the San Marcos River located in the town of Fentress halfway between San Marcos and Luling off Highway 80. It is a place you can actually see the stars at night, watch sky divers fall from the sky, enjoy tubing, or hop in a kayak to feel the cool waters of the natural spring feed river! Feel free to enjoy an evening campfire or just sit under the evening lights to enjoy the fresh air. Other local activities: * 5 minutes from Fentress - Sky Dive San Marcos * 15 minutes from Lockhart or Luling - the "best" Texas barbecue and antiquing (Lockhart: Black's Barbecue, Smitty's Market, Kreuz Market and Luling: City Market, Luling Bar-B-Q) * 15 minutes from San Marcos and Texas State University - outlet mall, shopping and dining * 45 minutes from Austin - shopping, dining, museums, and live music * 1 hour from San Antonio - Alamo, Riverwalk, Fiesta Texas, Sea World

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Orrasis Ranch

30 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents6 acres · Marble Falls, TX

This property has been a store, restaurant, bar, and now a place for folks to rest a while and enjoy the hill country and all it has to offer. There is a bar b q trailer and a store down the street for your convenience.

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The Reserve at GreenLeaf

8 sites · Lodging230 acres · Bastrop, TX

The Reserve at Greenleaf is a perpetual Conservation Property. Meaning that, limiting development, it may never be subdivided or sold into separate parcels. The original intent of the owners is to preserve within an expansive area the natural beauty of this area. The owners, being the 5th, generation born in Bastrop County, their desire is to create a place for their children, grandchildren and generations to come, in a virtually undisturbed natural expanse of their birthplace and appreciate the things they cherish about the land, family and community. Now we invite you to experience that same love and appreciation of this land as guest here at The Reserve at GreenLeaf.Located just outside of Historic Bastrop Texas means you can be at some of the most unique shopping and dining in central Texas in less than 10 minutes. It also is convenient to Lake Bastrop, and the Colorado River where you can enjoy our Kayak rentals and everything to do with water, nature’s way!

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Redbud Ranch RV Resort

140 sites · Lodging, RVs38 acres · Round Rock, TX

Response to our NEW Redbud Ranch RV Resort has been phenomenal! Thank you RVers, for your unprecedented ‘thumbs-up’ for upscale, luxury camping in Austin. We invite you to take a look at our superb accommodations for the ultimate family vacation. Secure your site — book now! With 147 RV sites to choose from – Back-in, Pull-through, and Pull-through Buddy Sites (just right when you are traveling with a friend who has an RV too) – you’ll find the one that’s the perfect size for your RV. All are set on large smooth concrete pads and feature a fire ring/grill, and picnic table on your own patio. Plunge into our super-sized resort-style swimming pool, dash through the dog parks with your ‘best friend’, go fly fishing in the creeks, have fun with the kids at playscape, shop at the general store, and enjoy activities galore. And if you need to get a little work done, we have a business center to help you focus before getting back to the fun. What a way to spend an unforgettable vacation!

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Riverfront Vintage Airstream

1 site · Lodging3 acres · New Braunfels, TX

Come stay in our newly renovated 1973 Airstream trailer by the tranquil Guadalupe River in New Braunfels, TX. With room for four, it offers private river access, outdoor living space, a charcoal grill, and a TV with high-speed internet. Bring your tubes and kayaks for a fun-filled adventure down the river. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

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Lazy L&L Campground

267 sites1 acre · New Braunfels, TX

Lazy L&L Campground stands out as a hidden gem nestled on 25 acres of picturesque riverfront property in the stunning Texas Hill Country. This unique location offers an abundance of primitive overflow areas, ensuring that you’ll never encounter a “no vacancy” sign at the gate. Here, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while camping along the serene riverbanks. Whether you’re casting a line in hopes of catching fish, floating leisurely down the river, or simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Since 1972, visitors have been drawn to Lazy L&L for its welcoming atmosphere and endless outdoor activities. Explore nearby natural features, discover swimming holes, and take advantage of the local restaurants and shops that enhance your camping experience. Come visit and see why Lazy L&L has been a beloved destination for generations!

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Overview

If you're looking for a camping experience that combines luxury and nature, glamping might be your perfect match. With over 860 options available near Austin, Texas, Hipcamp offers a range of glamping accommodations that are perfect for those who want to be close to the river. Boulderdash Cabin & RV Park, Happy Horse Camp & RV Getaway, and Dos Rios are some of the top-rated campsites (with 362, 321, and 280 reviews, respectively). With an average price of $65 per night and options as low as $10, you can enjoy popular amenities such as campfires, trash, and pets, as well as activities like horseback riding, boating, and off-roading (OHV).