Spring Into Fun at Garner State Park

View of a rocky outcrop in the foreground with a green, tree-covered hill and river in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Located in Concan, Texas, Garner State Park is Texas’ most-visited park for overnight camping, boasting more than 500,000 visitors annually. Warm summers make Garner State Park the perfect destination for water activities from May until October, and cool (but not cold) winters make Garner State Park a great spot for hiking, bird watching and more from November through April. Perfect for nature lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, water adventurers and more, Garner State Park is an ideal destination for everyone at any time. 

Ready to plan your Garner State Park adventures? Here is everything you need to plan your Texas-sized fun at this great Hill Country destination. 

What can I do at Garner State Park?

  • In the warm months, guests can enjoy the Frio River. Activities such as tubing, kayaking, swimming and fishing are popular and are fun ways to bond with travelmates and enjoy the sunshine.
  • In the cooler months, guests will enjoy more than 16 miles of hiking trails, including to popular park spots such as Mount Old Baldy, which sits more than 1,800 feet above sea level. As you enjoy the scenery, you can look out for birds and wildlife, which are plentiful in the park year-round.
  • Traveling with kids? No worries- there is plenty for them to enjoy at Garner State Park, too! Kids will love geocaching at the park, as well as playing mini golf, located at the visitor’s center. Kids can also partake in Ranger programs. Learn more about those here. 
  • Enjoy the bats at Garner State Park! Even if bats aren’t your thing, there is something undeniably cool about seeing a large population of them together in flight in the nighttime sky. Learn more about the Frio Bat Flight here. 
  • Look out for special programming that occurs at different points throughout the year. In the summertime, guests can embark on a hayride where they learn about the history of the area while they ride around on a tractor trailer. And don’t skip out on the fun dances held nightly from Memorial Day until Labor Day! Those are enjoyable for all ages. Lastly, be on the lookout for a pollinator garden, which is coming soon thanks to the Friends of Garner State Park. 

How much does it cost to visit Garner State Park?

It is $8 per adult per day to visit Garner State Park. Kids 12 and younger are free. Be aware, it is common for the park to reach capacity, especially during the summer months, and be closed to new visitors until after 6 p.m., so plan accordingly.

Where should I stay when I visit Garner State Park?

Parkview Riverside RV is a great spot to call base when you plan a vacation to Garner State Park. “The Hill Country Gem. Worth finding. Worth experiencing.” The motto of this truly unique spot in Concan, Texas, couldn’t be more accurate. Parkview Riverside is a fantastic spot in a dreamy location that allows guests easy access to all the fun at Garner State Park and a cozy spot to rest at night. Brimming with amenities, including a camp convenience store, a clubhouse and more, Parkview Riverside is a great place to stay any time of the year.