Bastrop State Park
You've heard me say it before ... Texas has some wonderful State Parks. Bastrop State Park, located about 30 miles east of Austin along Highway 71, is one of those parks that can be enjoyed year round. When I was young, we had several Family Reunions there. They have great group facilities, including group barracks and a large dining hall with kitchen. Other facilities include camp sites with water/electric and rustic cabins. We love to reserve a cabin in the Fall after the weather turns cool because each cabin comes with a beautiful stone fireplace. They vary in size and can sleep 2-8 people depending on which one you reserve. But they only have a handful of cabins, so plan ahead and make your reservations early if you want to stay in one.
Cabin at Bastrop State Park
Lady Bird Johnson Park, Fredericksburg, TX
Pavillion at Lady Bird Johnson Park
Lady Bird Johnson Park is another fun place for a Family Reunion or weekend campout. They have several pavillions that can be rented for group gatherings. The park also has a swimming pool, playground and golf course. The RV sites have water/electric/cable TV hookups. But the number one reason my kids love to camp at this particular park is the Gillespie County Airport located next door. It's fun to watch all the private planes take off and land.
Granger Lake
Fishing for your supper
The famous haunted bridge at Granger Lake
Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, Canyon Lake, TX
Other Campgrounds to Try
I currently have three other campgrounds on my radar that I want to visit sometime soon.1) Canyon of the Eagles, northwest of Austin. http://www.lcra.org/parks/developed_parks/canyon.html
2) Koyote Ranch, near Bandera. http://www.koyoteranch.com/
3) The other Jellystone campground located in Waller, northwest of Houston. They have a giant waterslide which the kids are anxious to try! http://www.jellystonetexas.com/Default.aspx
If you have a favorite campground that was not mentioned above, please let us know. We're always looking for new adventures!
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