Thread: suggestions for camping/kayaking?

In about 3 hours we'll be headed for one of our favorite parks for camping and kayaking. Inks Lake is about an 1-1 1/2 hours north and a bit west of you you near Burnet. Great park that we go to often. We're not taking the 'yaks with us on this trip but have often. Great lake to paddle! If your interested, you can run a "search" under "Inks Lake" with my username and you should find two reviews I did on this park and the area. Also, links to those reviews may show at the bottom of this thread. If you can't find them, PM and I'll post the links when we return. Just don't have the time now because...:cool:I'M GOING CAMPING:cool:!!!

Happy Camping!

This depends on what type of camping you have in mind. Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan is a very nice park that has everything from primitive camping sites on the water to more developed sites with RV hookups. They also have cottages.

Texas Hill Country Resorts, Lake Buchanan Family Vacations, Reunions-Canyon of the Eagles

There is a business operating on the grounds that offers kayak tours and rentals. Although not mentioned on their website, I have read elsewhere that they have a shuttle service whereby they will haul you and your yak up river via boat to scenic areas (waterfalls, cliffs, etc.) where they drop you off to paddle back.

Lake Buchanan Adventures - A Hidden Jewel in the Heart of Texas Hill Country

If primitive camping is what you have in mind and you will be bringing your kayaks, Colorado Bend State Park would be great. It's fairly remote and far enough upstream that there shouldn't be much motorboat traffic.

http://www.wildtexas.com/parks/cbsp.php

I like Inks Lake S.P. as well, but it is one of the busiest parks in the state; so, I wouldn't go there if you are looking for a peaceful experience.

All of the above is predicated on the assumption that you are a touring kayaker. If white water is your thing, there is a little of that to be found along the Guadalupe between Canyon Dam and New Braunfels. You could Google it and find some private parks along the river, but this would be a high traffic experience as well, not for those who relish peace and quiet.

JohnK