Guadalupe River State Park Camping
in October
Booking Guadalupe River State Park in October
October is a very high-crowd month at Guadalupe River State Park. Best weather — October weekends sell out in minutes. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for October dates, that window opens in May. 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 October
Temperatures run 60-80°F at Guadalupe River State Park in October. 60-80°F_ADVICE
Best activities: hiking, fall foliage viewing, photography.
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 October
- →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 October?
October sees very high crowds at Guadalupe River State Park. Best weather — October weekends sell out in minutes.
When do reservations open for October?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For October, the booking window opens in May. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for October camping?
For October at Guadalupe River State Park (60-80°F): 60-80°F_ADVICE
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October at a Glance
- Weather
- 60-80°F
- Crowds
- Very High
- Campsites
- 87
- Activities
- hiking