Guadalupe River State Park Camping
in April

🌡️ 65-85°F● high crowds🏕️ 87 campsites🚗 1 hr 15 min from Austin

Booking Guadalupe River State Park in April

April is a high-crowd month at Guadalupe River State Park. Beautiful weather, busy weekends — book 4-5 months out. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for April dates, that window opens in November. 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 April

Temperatures run 65-85°F at Guadalupe River State Park in April. 65-85°F_ADVICE

Best activities: hiking, swimming, kayaking, wildflower viewing.

Park Highlights

  • Tubing and swimming in the Guadalupe River — classic Texas Hill Country experience
  • Honey Creek State Natural Area — guided nature hikes through a pristine ecosystem
  • 5.3 miles of hiking trails along the river and through Hill Country terrain

Tips for April

  • The park rents tubes at the concession stand, or you can bring your own
  • Honey Creek tours happen on Saturday mornings — check the schedule and sign up early

Common Questions

Is Guadalupe River State Park crowded in April?

April sees high crowds at Guadalupe River State Park. Beautiful weather, busy weekends — book 4-5 months out.

When do reservations open for April?

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

What should I pack for April camping?

For April at Guadalupe River State Park (65-85°F): 65-85°F_ADVICE

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April at a Glance

Weather
65-85°F
Crowds
High
Campsites
87
Activities
hiking