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Spring Branch, TX
Several miles of river frontage under huge bald cypress trees, with limestone bluffs, swimming and tubing. Summer weekends fill up; come on a weekday or reserve a day pass.
Guadalupe River State Park lies near Spring Branch in the Texas Hill Country, about 30 miles (48 km) north of San Antonio. It stretches along a 9-mile (14 km) section of the Guadalupe River, known for its bald cypress trees, across roughly 2,000 acres (about 800 ha).
Canoeing and tubing on the river are popular, and there are trails for hiking, cycling and horseback riding. Admission includes two-hour guided tours of the neighboring Honey Creek State Natural Area, known for its varied plants, animals and geology. According to Lonely Planet they leave on Saturdays at 9 am from the Rust House (as of October 2026: check ahead).
Ask beforehand about reservations and day passes, especially on weekends.
- Nearest town
- Spring Branch, TX
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 29.8580, -98.4900
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January–February and May. Hot in June–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Spring Branch RV ParkMotorhome stopover5 mi from Guadalupe River State ParkMotorhomes
- Sound GroundCampsite14 mi from Guadalupe River State ParkTents
- River Oaks Riverfront RV ResortMotorhome stopover19 mi from Guadalupe River State ParkMotorhomes
- The Summit CampgroundMotorhome stopover20 mi from Guadalupe River State ParkMotorhomesWi-Fi
- Stone Creek RV ParkMotorhome stopover21 mi from Guadalupe River State ParkMotorhomes
- Camp Huaco SpringsCampsite22 mi from Guadalupe River State Park
All campsites in Texas · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Guadalupe River State Park?
Guadalupe River State Park is in Spring Branch, TX, at GPS 29.8580, -98.4900. It is about 24 mi from New Braunfels.
Can you camp near Guadalupe River State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Spring Branch RV Park, about 5 mi away; within 25 mi there are 32 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Guadalupe River State Park?
Guadalupe River State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Down the Guadalupe: maples, cypress and dance halls.
What is there to see near Guadalupe River State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Gruene Historic District (25 mi), Luckenbach (27 mi), LBJ Ranch, Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park (28 mi) and The Alamo (30 mi).
When is the best time to visit Guadalupe River State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually March–April and October–December. Still fine, with some compromises, in January–February and May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)