Located seven miles north of Concan, Garner State Park sprawls over 1,419 acres of undeveloped geologic grandeur. The crystal clear Frio River comprises 10 acres, offering guests pristine swimming water (no lifeguard on duty) during the sweltering days under the Texas sun. Unless you have a Texas State Park Pass, entrance fees are four dollars per person for overnight guests over age 12. There are 345 campsites with water hook-ups scattered throughout the park, 213 of which have electricity. Garner State Park also offers 17 cabins, group sites, day-use facilities (for an additional fee) and seasonal facilities including clean bathrooms with hot showers, gift shop, snack bar and laundry facilities. Rentals of paddleboats, kayaks and inner tubes are available during the peak season (Memorial Day through Labor Day) for use on the Frio River. Garner State Park features paved bike trails, unpaved hiking trails and a lighted golf course.
Garner State Park
234 RR 1050
Concan, TX 78838
(830) 232-6132
tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/garner
Nana's RV Park is located right across the Frio River from Garner State Park. Nana's caters to RV campers, offering guests 40 RV sites complete with picnic tables, fire rings and full hook-ups all on the beautiful Frio River. On-site management is located in the park office, which is a restored log cabin that has been standing since the early 1800s. There are large, clean restrooms complete with hot showers, but the main attraction is the scenic trails along the shoreline of the Frio River. Visitors can hike from Nana's RV Park into Garner State Park or enjoy a fire on the banks of the river in one of many additional fire pits scattered along the rivers edge. Nearby attractions include horseback riding, a general store and the second largest bat population in the world.
Nana's RV Park on the Frio
CR 350
Rio Frio, TX 78879
(830) 232-4653
nanasrvparkonthefrio.com
Andy's campground is located in the Frio Canyon, 1 1/2 miles from the river. Andy's focuses on the family camping experience, and any guests that are disruptive will be asked to leave. There are a variety of camping options available including tents, cabins, suites and RV sites. Andy's features an on-site restaurant, Taqueria La Charreada, which specializes in hot Mexican entrees and a store, where campers can purchase firewood, bait or souvenirs. Seasonal kayak and tube rental is available. Andy's amenities include free wireless Internet, hot showers, clean bathrooms and playgrounds for children.
Andy's on River Road
21488 TX Hwy 127
Concan, TX 78838
(830) 232-5444
andysonriverroad.com/index.html
