Hill Country State Natural Area

Important information

If your plans change, please modify or cancel your reservation as soon as possible to allow someone else to enjoy the park. DAY USE FEE: $6 per day, per person 13 and older. OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION: Park open 8am to 10pm - seven days a week, year round. Park gate only locks during emergencies such as floods, overcrowding & public hunts. Otherwise open 24 hours. Units for Hill Country State Natural Area are defined as: Any motorized vehicle or trailer with sleep quarters will count against the two vehicle campsite limit. Horse only trailers will not be counted against the two vehicle per campsite limit. Any units occupying sites above the established limit will be charged excess vehicle fees. Hill Country State Natural Area offers a 5400 acre undeveloped setting for Equestrian use, backpacking, hiking, and all-terrain bicycling.There are 3 backpacking areas and 1 equestrian area available on a 1st come, 1st serve basis. Call park for availability. Must stay on trail. Contact Park staff if water is required at equestrian site. Guide service providers can help you explore this remote natural area or try a new activity. Services include horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. A list of the official guide service providers for Hill Country State Natural Area can be found on the Hill Country State Natural Area Guide Service Providers page at http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/hill-country/guide-service/ The Group Lodge and Chapa Group Area are only available by calling the Customer Service Center at 512-389-8900. Pets are allowed at all sites in the park except inside the Group Lodge. PARK PHONE NUMBER: 830-796-4413