What are the hours and season for Garner State Park?

Garner State Park is open Year-round. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 1:00 PM.

What are the fire rules at Garner State Park?

Fire rules at Garner State Park: Campfires in fire rings only. Fire restrictions common in summer due to drought. Check tpwd.texas.gov for current conditions. Propane grills always OK.

What is the best time to visit Garner State Park?

Mar: Wildflowers. Mild temperatures. Easier to book. Apr: Bluebonnets at peak. Cool enough to hike. River perfect temperature. Oct: Fall colors in the Hill Country. Crowds minimal. Perfect weather.

What are the best things to do near Garner State Park?

Near Garner State Park: Frio River swimming and tubing. Evening jukebox dances at the pavilion. Old Baldy Trail (1.5 mi to summit with Hill Country views). Lost Maples State Natural Area (35 mi, fall foliage).

Is there wildlife at Garner State Park?

Wildlife alert for Garner State Park: White-tailed deer and wild turkeys are common and unafraid. Armadillos at night. Rattlesnakes present in rocky areas — watch your step. Hill Country summer temperatures can exceed 105°F — stay hydrated and watch for heat exhaustion.

What are the common problems at Garner State Park?

At Garner State Park: Summer reservations sell out in minutes when the 5-month window opens. Solution: Set multiple alarms for the exact booking time. Log in before the window opens. Have your site type, dates, and payment ready. No hesitation.

What are the insider tips for Garner State Park?

Insider tips for Garner State Park: Screened shelters book out almost as fast as hookup sites — they're great in spring when mosquitoes are active The park's amphitheater shows are free for campers — check the schedule at the entrance station Paddleboat rentals at the river are $12/hour — worth it for kids who can't get enough of the Frio

What makes Garner State Park unique?

The Frio River at 6am before anyone wakes up — cypress trees hanging over gin-clear water, deer drinking on the banks, no noise. This is what people mean when they talk about the Hill Country.

Garner State Park

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Texas Hill Country’s most beloved camp — Frio River swimming and summer dances

Concan, TX (Uvalde County)4.8 (7240)1,400 ft

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Garner State Park on the Frio River is the most popular and hardest-to-book state park in Texas. Nestled in the cypress-lined limestone canyon of the Hill Country, it draws families for the crystal-clear Frio River swimming, paddleboat rentals, and the legendary summer jukebox dances at the park pavilion. 376 campsites across multiple loops from full hookup RV sites to primitive tent camping. At only 1,400 ft it’s warm even in spring and fall. Summer reservations sell out in minutes — set a calendar reminder for your 5-month advance booking window.

Things to do nearby

Frio RiverConcanLost Maples State Natural AreaFrio River swimming and tubing

Best For

Families with kidsTexas summer escapeRiver swimmersRV campersSpring wildflower visits

Site Types

TentRV (full hookups, max 50 ft)Screened sheltersPrimitive

Amenities

Flush Toilets

Showers

Drinking Water

Full Hookup Sites

Dump Station

Picnic Tables

Fire Rings

Frio River Swimming

Paddleboat Rentals

Concession Stand

Dance Pavilion

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

1:00 PM

Season

Year-round

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Summer weekends nearly impossible to book. Very popular with large family groups. Some sites have minimal shade.

Cancellation Policy

Texas State Parks: $5 non-refundable reservation fee. Cancel 2+ days before arrival: refund minus fee. Less than 2 days: no refund.

Why campers love Garner State Park

Garner is Texas camping at its absolute best. The Frio River is crystal-clear, spring-fed, and 68°F even when it's 100°F outside. The Hill Country canyon setting is beautiful. And the evening jukebox dances at the pavilion — a tradition since the 1940s — are a genuinely unique Texas experience that you won't find anywhere else.

What's new in 2026

2026: Texas State Parks reservation system. 5-month rolling window. Reserve at texas.reserveamerica.com.

What campers say about Garner State Park

"Five generations of my family have camped at Garner. The jukebox dance is a Texas tradition like no other."

— Google Reviews

"Frio River in July: 68 degrees when it's 104 outside. The most refreshing thing I've ever experienced."

— TripAdvisor

"Book at EXACTLY 5 months. I logged in 2 minutes late and everything was gone."

— Reddit r/TexasCamping

Not the right fit if…

✕You can't book 5 months in advance
✕You dislike crowds (in summer)
✕You need groceries on-site

Frequently asked questions

How much does Garner State Park cost per night?+

Garner State Park costs $20–$40 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: Full hookup (water + electric + sewer) sites available. Water-only sites. Standard no-hookup sites.

What season is Garner State Park open?+

Garner State Park is open Year-round. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 1:00 PM.

Does Garner State Park have hookups?+

Full hookup (water + electric + sewer) sites available. Water-only sites. Standard no-hookup sites.

What is the maximum RV length at Garner State Park?+

Garner State Park can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet long.

How do I make reservations at Garner State Park?+

Book Garner State Park directly at camperwatch.org/book/garner-state-park-campground. No booking fees. Select your dates and site type and pay online.

What is the cell service like at Garner State Park?+

Limited. 1-2 bars in Concan. Camp host has an emergency phone. Download everything in Uvalde or San Antonio.

How far is Garner State Park from the nearest town?+

Nearest services: Concan — 2 miles (limited). Uvalde — 30 miles (full services).