South Llano River

The Great Outdoors

The slow-paced South Llano River is one of the state park’s main attractions offering all kinds of fun water recreation. Take your pick from swimming, floating, and paddling along the two miles of river front­age. There are a number of convenient, designated entry and exit points for tubing and paddling. No problem if you’re not planning to bring your own water equipment; you’ll be able to rent tubes, canoes, or kayaks locally.The spring-fed river also draws anglers looking to catch the Guadalupe bass, which happens to be the state fish of Texas. At the moment, visitors do not need fishing licenses to cast a line within the boundaries of South Llano River State Park. Another popular daytime activity here is geocaching. The park is also recognized as an “International Dark Sky Park,” so enjoy stargazing for the Milky Way before you settle in for the night from the comfort of your campervan.Whether you prefer exploring the park’s lowlands or rugged backcountry by hiking, mountain biking, or cycling on surfaced roads, you’ll find around 22.7 miles of trails to trek when you camp in an RV at South Llano River State Park. The trails accommodate all levels of hikers and bikers and meander across river bottoms, wooded areas, and steep ridges with wonderful scenic views along the way.South Llano River State Park provides a habitat for one of the largest turkey roosts in Cen­tral Texas and offers fantastic birdwatching and wildlife-viewing, so make sure to bring binoculars and cameras along on your RV rental vacation. Visit the park’s four bird blinds, and as you explore the terrain, you might discover some of the hundreds of plant and wildlife species that call this park home.

Exploring the Area

South Llano River State Park campers have access to year-round ranger programs, which are a great way to get a sense of the park’s nature and history. There are also junior ranger programs and educational activities available for the kiddos, so this is a great place to go camping in an RV with the whole family.When you’re in the mood for some culture, cruise over and stretch your legs in the city of Junction. You’ll find all sorts of supplies, services, and entertainment here. Fuel up on gas, dine at a BBQ cook-off or shop for souvenirs. Swing by the Kimble County Historical Museum, browse a local festival and kick up your boots at a rodeo and dance event. As you explore the spectacular Texas Hill Country in your RV rental, another great place to consider visiting is the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area.Bat enthusiasts should consider booking a guided tour at the Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area, which is located northwest of San Antonio. This National Natural Landmark provides a habitat for one of the largest colonies of Mexican free-tailed bats in Texas. In addition to millions of bats, the 1,860-acre natural area provides a setting for birding tours, nature walks, or motorcycle rides. You’ll need to make a reservation in advance for tours, which start in Rocksprings at the Devil’s Sinkhole Visitor Center.