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South Llano River State Park
South Llano River State Park is a Hill Country paradise along the crystal-clear South Llano River. Known for its wild turkey roosts (one of the largest in Texas), excellent river swimming, and scenic hiking, it offers a quintessential Texas Hill Country camping experience. The river is spring-fed and perfect for tubing, swimming, and fishing.
67 campsitesHill Country2 hr 30 min from Austin$5/person entrance fee
Short answer
South Llano River State Park campsites release on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central. Popular dates sell out fast. If your dates are already taken, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals around Junction are bookable today.
Getting a site at South Llano River State Park
Texas state parks release campsites on a rolling 5-month window at 8 a.m. Central, and South Llano River State Park fills up fast for weekends and holidays. Popular dates can be gone within minutes of the window opening. If your dates are already taken, the surest way to lock in a place to stay is a cabin or vacation rental nearby.
Places to stay near South Llano River State Park
River-fed cabins and ranches await amidst wild scrub and whispering hill country cedar.
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Texas state parks don’t have live cancellation alerts yet — but most sold-out sites free up 1–2 weeks before the date. We’ll email you the booking playbook (exact release times, the cancellation window, how to pounce) and tell you first if live Texas alerts launch.
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Campsite Types
Water + Electric
$20/night*56 sites
Water, 30-amp electric; restrooms with showers nearbyRV OKTent OK
Walk-in Tent
$15/night*6 sites
Water nearby, chemical toilets; restrooms with showers nearby; 30-70 yard walk-inTent OK
Primitive Hike-in
$10/night*5 sites
No water - pack in; composting toilet in area; at least 1.5 miles from trailheadTent OK
South Llano River State Park fills up fast — lock in a cabin nearby
River-fed cabins and ranches await amidst wild scrub and whispering hill country cedar.
See cabins & rentals near South Llano River State Park →We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.
Guide to South Llano River State Park
Best Campsites
For Families:Book the standard sites with water and electricity — they have nearby restrooms with showers and are the most family-friendly option
For Privacy:The primitive hike-in sites (at least 1.5 miles from the trailhead) offer the most solitude, with the walk-in sites a closer second
For RVs:The water-and-electric sites are the only RV-friendly option; they go fastest, so book early
When to Go
March through November. Summer weekends are hot but the river keeps you cool. Spring and fall are ideal.
Tips
- →Bring a tube and float the river — it is clear, cool, and beautiful
- →Watch the wild turkey roost at dusk from the observation blind (fall-winter)
- →Golden-cheeked warblers nest here in spring — bring binoculars
- →The walk-in tent sites along the river are some of the best in the Hill Country
Highlights
Crystal-clear spring-fed South Llano RiverWild turkey roosting site (one of Texas's largest)River swimming and tubing18 miles of hiking and biking trailsExcellent birding (golden-cheeked warblers)Dark sky stargazing
South Llano River State Park — Frequently Asked
Is South Llano River State Park hard to book?+
Yes. South Llano River State Park is one of the more popular Texas state parks and fills up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. March through November. Summer weekends are hot but the river keeps you cool. Spring and fall are ideal. If your dates are already full, book direct on ReserveAmerica the moment the 5-month window opens, or reserve a cabin or vacation rental nearby that you can book today.
How many campsites does South Llano River State Park have?+
South Llano River State Park has 67 campsites, including Water + Electric, Walk-in Tent, Primitive Hike-in. Sites start at $10/night plus a $5/person entrance fee.
What is the entrance fee at South Llano River State Park?+
The entrance fee at South Llano River State Park is $5 per person per day. A Texas State Parks Pass ($70/year) waives entrance fees for you and all passengers in your vehicle.
How far in advance should I book South Llano River State Park?+
Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance, at 8 a.m. Central. For South Llano River State Park, popular weekends can sell out within minutes of the window opening, so book the instant it opens. If your dates are already full, a cabin or vacation rental near Junction is the quickest place to stay you can lock in today.
How can I get a last-minute campsite at South Llano River State Park?+
Cancellations at South Llano River State Park happen regularly, most often 1 to 3 weeks before the date, so it is worth checking ReserveAmerica directly for openings. If nothing is available for your dates, privately-owned cabins and vacation rentals near Junction are bookable today as a backup.
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Cabins & vacation rentals near South Llano River State Park
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