Camping & Canoeing in Wimberley, Texas
The Texas Hill Country is an area filled with camping and canoeing opportunities. The town of Wimberley is close to Interstate 35, between Austin and San Antonio. The town is on the Blanco River and is within 30 miles of Canyon Lake. The Guadalupe River, which runs through San Antonio, is also nearby. The San Marcos River runs near Austin to the north. You may of course bring your own canoe, but it is easy enough to rent one on one of the rivers.
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There are six RV camping parks in the town of Wimberley itself as of 2010 and more in the general area. The RV sites have full hookups with pull-through sites available. Most have cable TV and Wi-Fi. Nearby rivers also have riverfront camping areas. Most campgrounds have areas for specific types of camping, whether it be for RV, pop-up or tent camping. Some tent areas have electrical hookups.
Significance
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Wimberley has long been a haven for artists, and you can still find their work for sale at the many shops in town. It is becoming an attraction for retirees, with its pleasant weather year-round. Outdoors fans also like the rives and lakes in the area. This area of the Hill Country can get crowded in the summertime, but it is still an ideal area for camping and canoeing.
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The rivers around Wimberley are a canoeist's dream. There are the Blanco River and Cypress Creek in the town itself. In the area are the Guadalupe River and San Marcos River.
Most campsites rent canoes, and there are many other rental businesses along the river. Take a guided trip or one on your own. There are also many "trails" on the river that go from one area to another. You can get maps of these at canoe rental stores.
Access
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The area around Wimberley is becoming more developed, and as a result, direct and free access to rivers has all but disappeared. There is no free access in Wimberley, but you can pay a daily fee and canoe on the rivers from any of the campsites or parks in the area. Canyon Lake, 30 miles away, has some free access. If you are a camper, you will have access from your campsite.
Types
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There are different levels of canoeing on the rivers for various levels of skill. There are smooth waters for beginners, and these waters are often used by people riding tubes as well. Swift currents and whitewater challenge the more advanced canoeist or kayaker.
Water levels in the area have lot to do with the current. Check rainfall amounts before your trip. If you like fast water, be sure to go shortly after a period of rain in the area.
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