South Llano River State Park RV & Campground Guide
Texas
"Let’s go to the Llano" is a familiar cry heard on hot summer days across Central Texas. For many people, that means floating the river starting at South Llano River State Park, which is located about 5.5 miles south of Junction, Texas. This park, which is also located within 150 miles of Austin and San Antonio, is a great place to go paddling with your canoe or kayak. Other popular activities along the Llano River include fishing for bass and catfish and hiking the local trails. Be prepared for warmer weather during the summer months and temperatures dropping into the 30s in the winter, but otherwise, the weather is relatively mild.
Spring 54-80 F
Summer 70-93 F
Fall 60-85 F
Winter 34-64 F
Junction, TX
RV Resorts & Campsites in South Llano River State Park
Since you will want to spend every minute possible floating the river, exploring the trails, and visiting nearby towns, bring along your RV when you visit South Llano River State Park. If you do not have one, then rent one on RVshare.com.
South Llano River State Park Campground
You can find hike-in campsites located at least 1.5 miles from the trailhead at this state park that also offers sites for RVs. Rates start at $10 per night.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: No
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Covered picnic tables
Above and Beyond River Resort
If you are a dog owner, then you will love the off-leash area at this riverfront campground, and everyone will love the event center with room to seat 40 guests comfortably. Rates start at $35 per night.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Off-leash dog area, event center
10/83 RV Park
More than 50 spacious gravel sites are available at this campground that features a pool, playground, fishing, and nature trails. Rates start at $41 per night.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Playground, nature trails, fishing
Pecan Valley RV Park and Farm
This campground in a beautiful farm setting offers fishing on the North Llano River. Rates start at $37 per night.
• Water hookup: Yes
• Electrical hookup: Yes
• Sewer hookup: Yes
• Wi-Fi: Yes
• Pet-friendly: Yes
• Other amenities: Private boat ramp
What to Do at
South Llano River State Park
Inside South Llano River State Park
Bring your raft or rent one nearby to float the South Llano River. Over 2 miles of river frontage make it easy to put a canoe or kayak in the water. Grab some plastic worms and try catching some bass or use perch to catch catfish in the river. From early October to late March, this park is home to one of the largest turkey roosts in Central Texas, and you can climb into one of four bird blinds throughout the year to see how many of the 250 species of birds that others have spotted within this park's boundaries you can see for yourself. This state park has some of the darkest skies in the world, so bring your telescopes to check out the stars above.
Outside South Llano River State Park
If you become waterlogged and sunburnt, there are many great places to eat and shop nearby. There are also excellent attractions to see in Junction and the surrounding area. You can be assured that you will be warmly welcomed wherever you roam in this part of Texas, where casual clothing is usually considered high fashion.
Restaurants
Lum’s BBQ
Since 1976, people have been coming to this barbecue house for brisket, ribs, sausage, and other dishes with all the favorite sides.
Type: American
Location: 2031 Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Isaacks Restaurant
Start your day with biscuits and gravy or come back for a chicken fried steak or Tex-Mex favorites at this restaurant in Junction.
Type: American
Location: 1606 Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
City Sweets and Eats
Enjoy a Southwestern omelet or some pancakes for breakfast and stop by later for their daily lunch specials that include hamburger steaks and chicken fried steaks.
Type: American
Location: 1907 Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Big Hungry
Stop for one of their lunch specials, like chicken strips or fried catfish, or bring the whole family in for pizza and wings.
Type: American
Location: 2341 North Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Paddler’s Porch Patio Bar & Grill
Get Pizza and cold beer served on the patio at this restaurant where you can often hear live bands on the weekends and holidays.
Type: Pizza
Location: 126 Flatrock Lane, Junction, Texas 76849
Shopping
Lone Star Gallery
At this store, you can find paintings of Llano River scenes alongside handmade soaps and candy.
Location: 201 North Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Angela’s Resale Shop
Find seasonal clothing for the whole family at this upscale resale shop.
Location: 602 Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Junction Jewelry & Gifts
Pick up gifts for everyone on your list by browsing the Western home décor, purses, cookbooks, and collectibles at this store.
Location: 105 North 11th Street, Junction, Texas 76849
West Bear Creek General Store
Sporting goods, pet supplies, gifts, and clothing for the whole family are just some of the things you'll find at this store.
Location: 400 Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Hill Country Sporting Goods
Get your camping gear, kayaks, archery supplies, hunting supplies, fishing equipment, and more at this family-owned shopping spot.
Location: 409 Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Sightseeing
Junction Golf Club
Play this challenging course featuring doglegs, ponds, pecan and oak trees, and other hazards that present difficulties for even the most experienced players.
Location: 825 West Street, Junction, Texas 76849
Whitetail Junction Ranch
This 3,000-acre ranch offers the opportunity to hunt white-tail deer, aoudads, axis deer, American bison, elands, ibexes, and many other animal species.
Location: 3075 Lodge Road, Junction, Texas 76849
London Hall
Join in on the dancing fun at London Hall where a country band plays every Saturday night.
Location: 17430 US-377, London, Texas 76854
How to Get to
South Llano River State Park
If you are coming west on Interstate 10, then take Exit 460 to reach Junction. From the east on Interstate 10, take Exit 456 to reach Junction. From there, take US 377 south and turn left on Park Road 73. Follow Park Road 73 to get to the park in about 1 mile.
Entering South Llano River State Park
South Llano River State Park is open daily. The busy season for the park runs from March through October. Before you visit, passes must be reserved online or by calling the customer service center.
Per person : $5
Children 12 and under are free.
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