Garner State Park — Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about camping at Garner State Park. Updated for 2026.
How much does it cost to camp at Garner State Park?
Campsites at Garner State Park range from $15 to $50 per night, plus a $8/person daily entrance fee. Full Hookup (Pecan Bottom): $25/night. Water + Electric (Rio Frio): $20/night. Water + Electric (Shady Ridge): $20/night. Water + Electric (Live Oak): $20/night. Water Only (Cedar Hollow): $15/night. Walk-in Tent (Riverside Walk-in): $15/night. Screened Shelter (River Shelters): $50/night.
How far in advance can I book Garner State Park?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For popular weekends at Garner State Park, you'll want to book the moment the window opens — at midnight, exactly 5 months before your arrival date. Midweek stays are much easier to find.
How many campsites does Garner State Park have?
Garner State Park has 310 total sites. 50 Full Hookup sites in the Pecan Bottom loop, 56 Water + Electric sites in the Rio Frio loop, 46 Water + Electric sites in the Shady Ridge loop, 59 Water + Electric sites in the Live Oak loop, 45 Water Only sites in the Cedar Hollow loop, 15 Walk-in Tent sites in the Riverside Walk-in loop, 18 Screened Shelter sites in the River Shelters loop.
What's the best campsite at Garner State Park?
It depends on what you're looking for. For Families: Sites 100-155 (Rio Frio) — water + electric, closest walk to the river and concession area. For Privacy: Sites 215-260 (Shady Ridge) — up the hill, quieter, shaded by oaks and elms. For RVs: Sites 1-50 (Pecan Bottom) — full hookups, larger pads, easy access. For Couples: Screened shelters — air-conditioned with bunk beds, right near the river.
What should I bring to Garner State Park?
Essentials: tent or RV (depending on site type), sleeping bags, cooler with ice, firewood (can't collect wood in most Texas parks), sunscreen, bug spray, water bottles, and headlamps. Sites near the river can flood after heavy rain — check the weather forecast
When is the best time to visit Garner State Park?
June through August is peak season — the summer dance runs nightly and the river is perfect. Spring break is also extremely busy. Book 5 months out for any summer weekend.
What if Garner State Park is sold out?
Use Camp.land to set a free availability alert. We scan ReserveAmerica every 10 minutes and notify you the instant a cancellation happens. People cancel all the time — especially midweek. You can also try walk-up sites on the day of arrival, but availability isn't guaranteed.
Does Garner State Park have shelters?
Garner State Park doesn't have traditional cabins, but offers Full Hookup, Water + Electric, Water + Electric, Water + Electric, Water Only, Walk-in Tent, Screened Shelter camping options.
Can I bring an RV to Garner State Park?
Yes. Full Hookup (Pecan Bottom): max 50 sites, Water, Sewer, 30/50-amp Electric. Water + Electric (Rio Frio): max 56 sites, Water, 20/30-amp Electric. Water + Electric (Shady Ridge): max 46 sites, Water, 20/30-amp Electric. Water + Electric (Live Oak): max 59 sites, Water, 20/30-amp Electric. Check equipment length limits for your specific RV.
How far is Garner State Park from Austin?
Garner State Park is about 2 hr 15 min from downtown Austin. Located near Concan, TX in the Hill Country region.
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