Guadalupe River State Park
Spring Branch, Texas

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The clear, inviting waters of the Guadalupe River, lined by lush woodlands and rugged limestone bluffs, make 1,938-acre Guadalupe River State Park a popular outdoor recreation area. Visitors to the park engage in a variety of outdoor activities, including swimming, tubing, tubing, canoeing, fishing, bicycling (on paved roads only), picnicking, camping and wildlife observation.

Approximately 3 miles of hiking trails parallel the river and connect to the various campgrounds. In late 2001, the park opened an additional 5.3 miles of trail for mixed-use (hiking, mountain biking and equestrian); the trailhead is located immediately to your right as you pass the park entrance station. Facilities are available for both primitive tent and developed (RV) camping; equestrian camping is not available. Wildlife includes raccoons, armadillos, white-tail deer, squirrels, mallard ducks, Guadalupe bass and numerous songbirds.

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Shannon's Notebook

Picnic tables and BBQ grills in the day use area

The scenic Guadalupe River
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The Guadalupe River winds 250 miles through Texas and is the state's most heavily utilized recreational river. As one might imagine, the park is extremely popular during the sweltering summer months when a dip in the river is especially appealing. For those seeking a more tranquil experience, weekdays in the early morning or late evening are generally good any time of year. The hiking trail along the riverbank provides scenic and cypress-shaded views, and there are numerous picnic tables and grassy areas to sit down, relax and absorb the park's rugged beauty. Justin and I often see at least one armadillo, mallard duck, and Northern cardinal on our frequent visits to the park; best viewing times are, as always, in the early morning or late afternoon. White-tail deer are sometimes visible from Park Road 31.

Guided interpretive tours of adjacent 2,300-acre Honey Creek State Natural Area are held each Saturday morning at 9:00 AM. The 2-hour tour is quite interesting, and involves an easy 1.5-mile hike.

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Location

The park is located 30 miles north of San Antonio; to reach the 3 mile road to the park (Park Road 31), travel 13 miles east of Boerne on State Highway 46 or eight miles west of the junction of U.S. Highway 281 and State Highway 46.
Map of Park's Location

For GPS Users: N 29° 52.51' W 098° 29.98' (WGS84/NAD83)
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Hours

Open 7 days a week year-round from 8 AM to 10 PM for day use activities.

Check for restricted park access before any trip. When controlled public hunts are in progress, general access is not permitted.

Fees

A park entrance fee is charged per day -- $5 per person for adults 13 years of age and older. (Texas residents age 65 or older pay only $2 per person.)

Campsite and other facility fees are in addition to the park entrance fee.

Note: Learn about the $60 Texas State Parks Pass which exempts passholders, and the passengers in their vehicle, from the entrance fees at all Texas State Parks.

Reservations

Reserve Now for campsites and other park facilities.

Reservations can also be made by calling TPWD's Central Reservation System at (512)389-8900 from 9 AM to 8 PM Monday through Friday, 9 AM to noon on Saturdays.

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Events

Consult TPWD's Park Events Calendar for information on upcoming events at this park.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Contact the Friends of Guadalupe River/Honey Creek, the officially recognized non-profit support group of Guadalupe River State Park & Honey Creek State Natural Area.