Guadalupe River State Park Camping
in October

🌡️ 60-80°F● very high crowds🏕️ 87 campsites🚗 1 hr 15 min from Austin

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