Camping Around Austin

[TexUT]

Thinking of taking the lady camping for a night this weekend. Any suggestions around Austin (i.e. willing to drive 2 – 3 hours to get there if needed)? Not really interested in hiking. More looking for a place where each campsite is secluded and has a fire ring and a grill. Also want to be away from city lights so we can really check out the stars. Also be great if it was on a lake or some water.

Does this Shangri-La exist?

 

[1leggedduck]

Pale Face Park is my favorite because you're at the top of high canyon bluffs that fall into the north end of Lake Travis. Check the LCRA website; I think it's a LCRA park. Take your rain ponchos.

 

[1leggedduck]

I was just reminded that the official name is Pace Bend Park, and it's a Travis Co. Park. Another good choice is Inks Lake.

 

[RunTex]

We have a firepit and you can pitch your tent in our backyard for $5 a day if you want. Walking distance to Lake Austin, Hula Hut and a dog to take with you if you want.

 

[miguelito]

Enchanted Rock
Guadalupe State Park
Pedernales Falls park
Lost Maples

 

[MaximumBarnes]

I've always thought that the state parks are the way to go. My two favorite near Austin are Inks Lake State Park and Pedernales Falls State Park.

If you want a lake, Inks is your best bet. Also, on the morning you leave you can drive the extra 20 miles into Llano and eat lunch at Cooper's. Yum. Get there before noon.