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Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country lies our sprawling 6,000-acre ranch, a haven of natural beauty and rustic charm. Our ranch is a sanctuary where the rugged landscape meets the endless expanse of the Texas sky. With rolling hills, winding trails, and crystal-clear creeks, it's a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Whether you're hiking, camping or simply taking in the breathtaking views from the front steps of our cabins, every moment spent on our ranch is an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Experience the magic of our Texas Hill Country retreat, where adventure awaits around every corner.

Uvalde

Lost Maples State Natural Area

Looking for lake camping near Uvalde? Discover and book the best lake campsites and campgrounds in state parks and national parks, plus on farms, vineyards, and nature preserves.

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Fort Clark Springs

Fort Clark began as a US Army Post in 1852; built beside the Las Moras Springs, to defend settlers along the Pecos Trail.  In service until 1947, Fort Clark was a cavalry fort and home of the famed Black Seminole Indian Scouts; as well as every historic Buffalo Soldier regiment in the US Army.  During WWII, it was headquarters for the 2nd Cavalry Division and it housed more than 3000 German POWs.  The old Army Guardhouse is now a museum. MOVIE BUFFS:  Movies filmed on the fort and in the surrounding area include:  The Alamo (John Wayne), Lonesome Dove, Streets of Laredo, The Good Old Boys, Barbarossa, Arrowhead & more!Fort Clark Springs is now a 2700 acre leisure living community bordering US Hwy 90 at Brackettville, Texas; approximately 140 miles due west of San Antonio, Texas.The Fort sits at the head of the Las Moras Spring which has been generating millions of gallons of pure, cold sparkling water for over 12,000 years.  It also sits on a portion of the Great Comanche War Trail between Naciamento, Mexico and Oklahoma.  The spring has always been a lifeline for a multitude of cultures and wildlife.  Some of these include a number of different tribes, buffalo, deep antelope and large herds of native mustangs.  The spring forms a stunning little valley and creates a natural habitat that allows native semi-tropical vendure and the finest specimens of Live Oak, Pecans and White Oak trees to flourish.  Today, it also home to large herds of axis and whitetail deer, turkey, javelinas, feral hogs and is a birders' paradise as well; as it sits on the western migratory bird path.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent along the Las Moras Creek under 150+ year old oak trees - exactly where the famed Black Seminole Indian Scouts lived and rode with the US Cavalry; defending settlers and travelers from Comanche along the Pecos Trail. Explore Fort Clark - home to every historic buffalo soldier regiment in the US Army, the Black Seminole Indian Scouts; as well as almost every US cavalry regiment.  After almost 100 years in service, the army post closed (1852 - 1947) and was eventually rehabilitated into a 2700 acre leisure living community, at the edge of West Texas.  Historical markers dot the 21+ miles of hiking/biking trails on the Fort.The original US Army Guardhouse is now a museum; and along with the largest privately owned historic district west of the Mississippi River, it awaits your exploration.  6 State Parks/National Recreation Areas - all within an hour drive - also await you.  Visit the millions of freetail bats at Kickapoo Caverns, the wilds of the Pecos River and Seminole Canyon, tube the Frio River, bass fish at Lake Amistad, explore 21+ miles of hiking trails on the Fort, or just relax by the 3rd largest spring-fed pool in Texas.  (68 degrees year round).  NOTE:  Over 100 movies/TV shows/music videos have been filmed on the fort and in Kinney County including:  The Alamo (John Wayne) , Arrowhead, Two Rode Together, Bandelero, The Good Old Boys and Bad Girls.  Campsites are named after movies made here and in Kinney County.Although located directly next to the RV Park, the campground is separate, with its own bathhouse and has its own vibe of quiet peacefulness.  Axis and whitetail deer walk and graze through the campground year round, as well as large turkey flocks.  Picnic tables, fire rings and shower rooms are also available.Campers may fish the Las Moras Creek (catch & release) with no license needed.  Tent camping here at Fort Clark is very relaxed with large unstructured campsites and a very peaceful relaxed feel to the entire campground.

Seco Ridge Campgrounds

EXPERIENCE UTOPIA

 Private, family-friendly campgrounds in the Texas Hill Country. Great views, and just minutes from Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Natural Area. We offer 3 different types of camping experiences, so be sure to check out all of our listings.

Message us if you have any questions regarding bookings during the Texas 2'clipse dates: 10/14/23 (annular eclipse) and 4/8/24 (total solar eclipse). We will be in the path of total darkness for both! 

-PRIMITIVE TENT CAMPING SITES-

Want to get back to nature?

 Our secluded primitive tent camping sites are for you. Includes tent pad, fire ring, access to Community Kitchen & our Shower Haus (aka bathrooms & showers). 14-day maximum per month.

-Ridge Site-

Maybe you'd like to get back to nature in style?

 Enjoy our Ridge Site with Cargo Tent - complete with a fire ring, table and chairs, and swings. This site does not include a bed. 

-THE BUNKHAUS-

Looking to get back to nature with all the creature comforts? Check out our Bunkhaus that sleeps 4, including a queen size bed and a set of bunk beds. The Bunkhaus has electricity,

 A/C and Wifi.

ALL OF OUR CAMPING EXPERIENCES INCLUDE ACCESS TO:

• Communal Kitchen (sinks, fridge, grills, etc.)

• The Shower Haus (flushing toilets, sinks, and hot showers) 

• The Tree House Play Area

AROUND UTOPIA

• Experience driving on the 'The Twisted Sisters' (Ranch Roads, 335. 336, and 337). 

• Garner State Park

• Lost Maples State Natural Area

• Tubing the Frio River

• Sabinal River

• Horseback Riding

• Sabinal County Museum

• Frio Bat Flight

• Utopia Community Park - picnic, swim & fish under the enormous cypress trees.

• Dine at Lost Maples Café, The Lunchbox, or take the 20 min drive to Mac & Ernie's Roadside Eatery in Tarpley, Tx (featured on Food Network)

Harvey's on the Hill

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Star Gazers welcome. Secluded riverfront cabin and multiple tent camping area on 1.8 acres.  Cabin is 20 X 20, sleeps two air mattress's with toilet and outdoor shower. Several areas to set up tents and enjoy the river without the distractions of electricity or cell phones (ATT may have some service). Open air cabin is screened in to avoid natural animals but a nice breeze blows off the river which will keep you cool at night.  125 feet to the beautiful Frio River from the campsite.  Enjoy walks in the morning, camp cooking, star gazing at night, a Bar-B-Que pit is provided and enjoy a fire in the fire pit. A rope swing is just minutes up river. This is primitive camping on the Frio River at its best. -4 wheel drive is mandatory to cross river.

Utopia Oaks RV Park & Camping

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Utopia Oaks RV park was opened in 2021. It's an incredibly clean, peaceful and serene park. It is located in the beautiful hill country, right outside of Utopia, Tx. We offer a quiet park with inspiring scenery and wildlife in every direction.  Amenities are still being completed, but we have great wifi, a bathroom, and large spaces. We welcome you to come enjoy complete seclusion in the hills of Utopia. Come for a week or stay for a lifetime!

Back in sites are large enough for big rigs

Little Creek Canyon Homestead

Peaceful and quiet country homestead near Utopia Texas.   Relax on the porch or take an early morning or evening walk on the paths that wind through the meadow on the seven acre property.  The view of the surrounding hills is amazing.  

Dark skies here make for incredible star gazing.

Take a short drive  to Garner State Park, Lost Maples SNA, or the Hill Country SNA for hiking, birding, or swimming in the crystal clear  waters of the Sabinal  and Frio Rivers.

The country roads in the area have light traffic and offer outstanding bicycle routes.

Visit the Lost Maples Winery and the Lone Star Motorcycle  Museum in Vanderpool.

Dine in a tree house at the Laurel Tree restaurant just 4 miles south of Utopia.

Golf at the Utopia golf course where the movie "Seven Days in Utopia" was filmed. Uh

Learn about local history at the Sabinal Canyon museum in Utopia.

 Dine at the Lost Maples cafe in Utopia.

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