Welcome to Palmetto State Park
Pitch your tent and let the adventure begin in Texas! Explore these campgrounds with tent camping sites, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. From starry nights to marshmallow delights, find your camping paradise in Texas and make memories that will last a lifetime!
Featured Park
- Top for WaterparksCampspot Awards2024 WinnerCamp-Resort: Hill CountryYogi Bear's Jellystone Park™Canyon Lake, TX 18 Verified ReviewsVisit a place where family fun is the main attraction and memories are waiting to be made. Jellystone Park™ Canyon Lake is one of the best family campgrounds in Texas having received the Award of Excellence, Customer Service Award, and Recreation Award from Camp Jellystone. It's not just a campground, it's Jellystone Park™! Located in the beautiful Texas Canyon Lake, our Canyon Lake campground is the perfect place for families to have the vacation of a lifetime. Whether you're looking to kick back and relax, or spend the day busy with fun activities, our Camp-Resort is an ideal location. Spend the day splashing in the Water Zone, bouncing on the jumping pillow, heading over to the nearby Guadalupe River, Canyon Lake, or historic district of Gruene. Plus, we're the best Winter Texan campground in Texas Canyon Lake! No matter your age, camping with us is bound to be a blast. Come experience everything our Texas camping resort has to offer while making memories with your friends and fami - Featured 
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- Waterpark
- Pool
- Dog Park
- Cable TV
- Arcade
- Mini-Golf
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Laser Tag
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- GaGa Ball
- Jumping Pillow
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pedal Cart
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Top Tent Campgrounds near Palmetto State Park, Texas
- San Marcos River Resort- 16 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Fentress, TX - Starting at $39.00 - Nestled amongst ancient pecan groves and along the banks of the beautiful, spring-fed San Marcos River, San Marcos River Resort serves as a weekend getaway or peaceful Winter Texan retreat, with a core mission to provide a superb natural environment for families to enjoy and reconnect with one another. This family-friendly RV resort offers a choice of accommodations sure to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Guests can enjoy the picturesque countryside views by floating down the San Marcos River in a tube. River tubes are available to rent daily from the campground. Shuttle service is also available every hour on the hour. No matter your getaway plan, the options are endless at San Marcos River Resort. - Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Pool
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Mini-Golf
- Playground
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Laundry
- Pavilion
 
- The Dam Park- 29 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.New Braunfels, TX - Starting at $45.00 - The Dam Park is a new, locally owned river and RV park in New Braunfels, Texas, nestled along the Guadalupe River. Perfect for kayaking, fishing, and family fun, the park features 45 RV sites (short- and long-term stays), 8 wilderness tent camping sites, 8 riverfront cabanas, a sand volleyball court, a dog park, and an event pavilion ideal for family reunions, big events, or special occasions. Guests can also enjoy the convenience of an onsite general store stocked with all your fishing, camping, and snacking essentials. Conveniently located near local attractions like Gruene Hall, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, and Downtown New Braunfels. Come on out to the Dam Park they have everything you need to create unforgettable memories! - Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Fishing
- Dog Park
- Volleyball
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
 
- KL Ranch Camp On The River- 36 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.New Braunfels, TX - Starting at $70.00 - KL Ranch Camp On The River is a family-owned and operated business that has been providing overnight camping and day use sites for 70 years. This seasonal campground is open from March to October and features sixty-three spacious campsites spread across seven acres of beautiful riverfront property. Visitors can experience ultimate relaxation by immersing themselves in the tranquil waters of the Guadalupe River while enjoying stunning bluff views and the soothing sounds of nature. The campground offers half a mile of riverfront recreation, perfect for fishing, tubing, kayaking, and swimming in a peaceful, family-friendly environment. KL Ranch Camp On The River is dedicated to providing a safe and enjoyable camping experience for all guests, promising an unforgettable camping adventure. - Waterfront
- Fishing
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Special Events
 
- Soggy Dollar Camp- 37 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.New Braunfels, TX - Starting at $39.00 - Experience the Guadalupe River like never before at Soggy Dollar Camp. Whether you're a tent camper or an RV owner, you're welcome to experience this wonderful Campground. Set up camp and then hit the river for a day of tubing and relaxing. Apart from all the peaceful nature-based activities you can take part in, New Braunfels is filled with exciting attractions for everyone. Book your spot today at Soggy Dollar Camp for a fun-filled Texas Vacation! - Waterfront
- Bathrooms
- Internet Access
 
- Austin Motor Village- 37 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.Del Valle, TX - Starting at $59.00 - Located in the edge of Circuit of the Americas, sits Austin Motor Village, a RV Park designed by a local race car driver to be a great place to stay while visiting COTA. You'll be just a 5 minute walk to the main grandstands at the track, as well as 100 ft. from a gas station and convenience store with various food trucks both within the park and next to the gas station. Enjoy the modern and clean bathrooms, full hook-ups, and waste dump onsite. Be at the center of all the action when you stay at Austin Motor Village! Book your spot today. - Bathrooms
- Dump Station
- Garbage
 
- Top Mid-Size CampgroundsCampspot Awards2024 WinnerSummit Vacation & RV Resort38 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.New Braunfels, TX Starting at $45.00 Summit Vacation & RV Resort is a 75-acre complex of fun, nestled along the Guadalupe River, with Canyon Lake just 4 miles away. The Summit features 253 feet of direct river frontage and river decking, providing breathtaking views and easy access for Guadalupe River tubing. No matter how you like to camp, there is a spot for you between the spacious RV sites and cabins. Book your spot today for an amazing TX getaway! - '24 
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Mini-Golf
- Playground
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Shuffleboard
- Internet Access
- Laundry
- Pavilion
 
- Best for WeekendersCampspot Awards2023 WinnerLazy L&L Campground39 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.New Braunfels, TX Starting at $30.00 Lazy L&L is situated on 25 acres with beautiful river frontage in a scenic Texas Hill Country setting. With plenty of primitive “overflow” area, you'll never see a "no vacancy" sign on the gate. Enjoy camping along the river, trying your luck at fishing, floating down the river, and so much more. Visit and see why people have been going to Lazy L&L since 1972! - '23 
- Canoeing / Kayaking
- Waterfront
- Fishing
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- Volleyball
- Live Music
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Dump Station
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
 
- Top Large CampgroundsCampspot Awards2024 WinnerCamp Fimfo Texas Hill Country39 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.New Braunfels, TX Starting at $55.00 Step outside of the ordinary and, also, outside in general with a glamping or camping experience at Camp Fimfo. Experience the outdoors in new ways, you're bound to love it! You'll have access to a swim-up bar, outdoor movies, water slides, and so much more. Right along the Guadalupe River, make Camp Fimfo your next getaway destination! 2022 CAMPSPOT AWARDS WINNER: Top for Families, Top Design - '24 
- Waterfront
- Waterpark
- Pool
- Fishing
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Dog Park
- Cable TV
- Mini-Golf
- Golf Cart Rental
- Arts & Crafts
- Restaurant
- Playground
- Ice Cream
- Basketball
- Jumping Pillow
- Sports Field
- Volleyball
- Bathrooms
- Showers
- Internet Access
- General Store
- Snack Stand
- Garbage
- Laundry
- Pavilion
- Special Events
 
- Plum Park on the Colorado- 43 milesThis is the straight-line distance on the map. Actual travel distance may vary.West Point, TX No ratings to display- Starting at $25.00 - Plum Park on the Colorado in West Point, Texas, is a serene riverside haven ideal for campers and nature lovers. Nestled along the Colorado River, the park boasts picturesque campsites surrounded by lush greenery and a stunning river rock beach perfect for exploration. Guests can enjoy fishing, kayaking, or simply unwinding by the water, while the picnic areas provide an inviting space for family gatherings and outdoor meals. With its peaceful setting and opportunities for adventure, Plum Park on the Colorado offers the perfect retreat. Plan your visit today and reconnect with nature in this tranquil escape! - Fishing
- Bathrooms
 
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