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campermom · 01-08-2008, 06:32 PM

GRSP is a nice park. We usually day trip in the summer on Mondays and Tuesdays when the subdivision pool is closed. It's only 40 minutes away. We have camped there before in the water only part. We got a huge corner lot next to the playground which was great for my son. I could see him from the site while cooking or relaxing.

There is a guided hike to the Honey Creek natural area which is a protected section of the park. I've never done it but it's been suggested you go at least once. I think they only offer it on Sat mornings, but the check the site for more information.

I would bet the park would be fairly empty since it's winter. There are trails to hike and river to explore. You can even wait to shop for groceries until you get to the park. On HWY 46 there is a huge HEB, 10 minutes from the park.

You could even drive up to Blanco state park to fish for trout that are being stocked this coming Thursday. You won't need a fishing license to fish in a state park, but only take 5 per day per angler. There is no size limit. Yellow Power bait (in a small canister) works best and is very easy to handle, 1/4 oz sinker, a size 14 trout hook and 6# test line. Fresh trout in foil with lemon and dill on a campfire is good stuff!

Let us know how it goes when you return.

Happy camping.

01-08-2008, 06:32 PM	#3
campermom Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: NE San Antonio Posts: 325	Re: Guadalupe SP? GRSP is a nice park. We usually day trip in the summer on Mondays and Tuesdays when the subdivision pool is closed. It's only 40 minutes away. We have camped there before in the water only part. We got a huge corner lot next to the playground which was great for my son. I could see him from the site while cooking or relaxing. There is a guided hike to the Honey Creek natural area which is a protected section of the park. I've never done it but it's been suggested you go at least once. I think they only offer it on Sat mornings, but the check the site for more information. I would bet the park would be fairly empty since it's winter. There are trails to hike and river to explore. You can even wait to shop for groceries until you get to the park. On HWY 46 there is a huge HEB, 10 minutes from the park. You could even drive up to Blanco state park to fish for trout that are being stocked this coming Thursday. You won't need a fishing license to fish in a state park, but only take 5 per day per angler. There is no size limit. Yellow Power bait (in a small canister) works best and is very easy to handle, 1/4 oz sinker, a size 14 trout hook and 6# test line. Fresh trout in foil with lemon and dill on a campfire is good stuff! Let us know how it goes when you return. Happy camping. __________________ Charcoal is a spice, dirt is a condiment, and there is no 3 second rule.