Guadalupe River State Park Camping
in May

🌡️ 75-95°F● medium crowds🏕️ 87 campsites🚗 1 hr 15 min from Austin

Booking Guadalupe River State Park in May

May is a medium-crowd month at Guadalupe River State Park. Weekdays easy, weekends filling fast. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for May dates, that window opens in December. You have more flexibility, but holiday weekends and popular sites fill quickly. An alert is your insurance policy.

What to Expect in May

Temperatures run 75-95°F at Guadalupe River State Park in May. 75-95°F_ADVICE

Best activities: swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking.

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 May

  • 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 May?

May sees medium crowds at Guadalupe River State Park. Weekdays easy, weekends filling fast.

When do reservations open for May?

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

What should I pack for May camping?

For May at Guadalupe River State Park (75-95°F): 75-95°F_ADVICE

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May at a Glance

Weather
75-95°F
Crowds
Medium
Campsites
87
Activities
swimming