Garner State Park Camping
in March

🌡️ 60-80°F● very high crowds🏕️ 327 campsites🚗 2 hr 15 min from Austin

Booking Garner State Park in March

March is a very high-crowd month at Garner State Park. Spring break + bluebonnets = hardest month to book. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for March dates, that window opens in October. Popular weekends disappear within minutes of the booking window opening. Your best bet is setting a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations.

What to Expect in March

Temperatures run 60-80°F at Garner State Park in March. 60-80°F_ADVICE

Best activities: wildflower photography, hiking, spring wildlife viewing.

Park Highlights

  • Swimming and tubing in the Frio River — spring-fed and ice cold
  • Nightly summer dance at the concession building (a Texas tradition since the 1940s)
  • Old Baldy Trail — 1.7-mile climb with panoramic Hill Country views

Tips for March

  • Summer weekends book up the instant the 5-month window opens — set your alarm
  • The river can be low in late summer during dry years — check conditions before you go

Common Questions

Is Garner State Park crowded in March?

March sees very high crowds at Garner State Park. Spring break + bluebonnets = hardest month to book.

When do reservations open for March?

Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For March, the booking window opens in October. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.

What should I pack for March camping?

For March at Garner State Park (60-80°F): 60-80°F_ADVICE

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March at a Glance

Weather
60-80°F
Crowds
Very High
Campsites
327
Activities
wildflower photography