Hill Country State Natural Area
Open daily. Park office hours are 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. All trails are currently open but may close after precipitation. The park frequently reaches capacity; advance reservations are highly recommended for walk-in campsites.
Flood Watch issued May 21 at 12:14PM CDT until May 25 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
* WHAT...Flooding and flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of south central Texas, including the following counties, Atascosa, Bandera, Bastrop, Bexar, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Comal, De Witt, Fayette, Frio, Gillespie, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Hays, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Lavaca, Lee, Llano, Medina, Travis, Williamson and Wilson. * WHEN...From Friday evening through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a potential for life threatening flooding somewhere in the watch area. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Showers and thunderstorms will be capable of producing high rainfall rates which could quickly lead to flooding across the area. Be especially cautious as creeks, streams, and rivers may rise out of their banks quickly. Rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches with isolated amounts up to 6 inches are possible for the duration of the Flood Watch. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
About
Hill Country State Natural Area preserves over 5,300 acres of classic Texas Hill Country terrain in Bandera County, featuring rocky limestone hills, spring-fed creeks, and oak-juniper woodlands. The park offers primitive camping exclusively, making it ideal for those seeking a more rustic outdoor experience. Walk-in campsites are located along scenic creek corridors at West Verde Creek, Comanche Bluff, and Chaquita Falls, each requiring only a short walk from parking areas. Backcountry camping options include hike-in sites at Butterfly Springs (2.87-mile hike), Hermit's Shack, and Wilderness areas that operate on a first-come, first-served basis. The park is popular with equestrians, offering the Chapas Camp group area with a large barn, horse stalls, electric hookups, and water troughs. Over 40 miles of multiuse trails traverse the property for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The park frequently reaches capacity on weekends and holidays, so advance reservations for walk-in sites are highly recommended. Firewood must be brought in as gathering is prohibited, and trails may close after precipitation. This is a carry-in, carry-out facility with no camp store, so visitors should arrive fully prepared.
Directions
Located at 10600 Bandera Creek Road, Bandera, TX 78003, northwest of San Antonio. GPS coordinates: 29.628034, -99.181086.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $300 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 113ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (830) 796-4413 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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