--- title: "Tent Camping Near Houston | Hill Country Riverfront Sites" description: "Riverfront tent camping in the Hill Country, 2.5 hours west of Houston. 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Many Houston guests start with tent camping and later upgrade to glamping cabins, bell tents, or river cabins on the same property." } } ] } ] --- [πŸŽ‰ $29.99 Tubing & Kayaking Today at Son's River Ranch! β€” BOOK NOW! πŸŽ‰ $29.99 Tubing & Kayaking Today at Son's River Ranch! β€” BOOK NOW! ](https://sonsriverranch.com/book-now) [![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/logo-transparent-CYNVRjE4.webp)](/) [Stay Overnight](/stay-overnight) [Day Rentals](/day-rentals) [Tubing & Kayaking](/day-rentals#tubing-kayaking) [Property Map](/property-map) [Plan Your Visit](/plan-your-visit) [About](/about) [Specials](/specials) [Contact](/contact)[(877) 577-7667](tel:+18775777667)Book Now Book Now ![Riverfront Hill Country tent camping about 2.5 hours west of Houston at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/hero-river-families-Bm4R0fE4.webp) # Hill Country Tent Camping, About 2.5 Hours from Houston Private riverfront sites on the San Marcos River in the Texas Hill Country. Spring-fed water, limestone, cypress trees, and cooler nights than anything within 2.5 hours of Houston. Book Now ## Why Houston Campers Drive Out to the Hill Country Brazos Bend has gators. Galveston is a beach, not a campground. Houston's local options are flat, humid, and buggy. Son's Blue River Camp is about 2.5 hours west in real Texas Hill Country β€” hills, cypress, limestone, and a spring-fed river you can actually swim in without checking for alligators first. - Real Texas Hill Country β€” hills, cypress, limestone riverbed - Spring-fed river, cool and clear (nothing you can find within 2.5 hours of Houston) - Noticeably cooler nights than the Gulf Coast in summer - Private property, not a packed state park or RV resort ## Your Site on the River ### Bring Your Own Tent Classic Camping at Its Best β€” Our Most Affordable Option Love roughing it? Bring your own tent and camp under the Texas stars. You'll have access to our restroom facilities, the river, and all the natural beauty of Son's River Ranch β€” at our most budget-friendly price. Includes entry for 4 guests (up to 2 tents & 8 may stay at one camping spot at an additional $10 per person) Electricity Water Included ### What's Included - Designated tent camping spot - Picnic table - BBQ grill - Fire pit - Electricity - Hose bib - Access to restroom facilities - River access ### Tent Camping Rates Starting at $29 - $39+ a night Prices vary depending on season of year and day of week. For exact pricing and availability click on button below. Kids 2 & under FREE No pets Check Availability & Pricing or call us at: [(877) 577-7667](tel:+18775777667) ## Our 8-Acre Property on the San Marcos River ![Son's Blue River Camp Property Map](/assets/property-map-new-s5n1S5DD.webp) Click the map to zoom in and explore the property ## Want Something More Comfortable? Real beds, AC, and a roof over your head β€” still right on the river ![Glamping cabin interior with real beds and AC](/assets/gallery-glamping-interior-BzAFajq_.webp) ### Glamping Cabins & Tents Air-conditioned glamping cabins, safari cabins, and bell tents with real beds, kitchenettes, fire pits, and easy river access. [See Glamping Options](/glamping) ![Log cabin exterior at Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/log-cabin-0-rUv7T9AA.webp) ### Log Cabins Cozy log cabins with private bathrooms, full kitchenettes, smart TVs, and a screened porch β€” steps from the river. [See Cabins](/stay-overnight#log-cabins) ## Add-Ons During Your Stay Make the most of your river weekend ![Family tubing and kayaking on the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-kayak-40-DU5P4_R0.webp) ### Tubing & Kayaking Float the crystal-clear San Marcos River with unlimited tubing & kayaking β€” shuttle included with your wristband. [See Water Activities](/day-rentals) ![Riverside cabana day rental](/assets/cabana-DPsjDKoO.webp) ### Cabanas Your own palm-thatched paradise on the river with hammock, BBQ & seating for up to 15 guests. [See Cabanas](/day-rentals) ## What Campers Say 4.4 from 1,420+ Google reviews ### Elias Sanchez via Google "Very beautiful relaxing family spot even just for a night stay. Staff are very friendly and address any situation. Very clean camping sites. Highly recommend Sons Blue River Camp for family." ### Alberto Bolzan via Google "Shallow clean river, families with children, relaxed atmosphere. We just rented the tents by the river. It's worth visiting. Not too far from Katy, TX. We are planning to come back." ### Jerome Burns via Google "Son's Blue River Camp is really great. Love going here β€” very family friendly. The kids loved it. I recommend to anyone who loves the river." ### Alberto Romero via Google "Excellent place to take the family on a little camping trip. The river was cool and refreshing. Floated and also kayaked down the river. Sleeping arrangements are good and so are the restroom and shower trailers." ### Heather Collins via Google "My friends and I spent a night here which was great. Son's Blue River Camp is tucked away β€” it's a nice escape. Tubing down the river was fun, a nice long lazy river. A good family or girls/guys weekend place to make memories at!" ### Karmah C via Google "Me and my family had a beautiful time here. We came with 3 other families and got 2 glamping tents, a bell tent, and a set-up-your-own tent so I was able to enjoy the entire facility. I have 5 kids 6 months–9 years and they loved every minute. Already planning another trip!" [See all reviews](/reviews) ## Tent Camping Near Houston on the San Marcos River If you're searching for **tent camping near Houston**, Son's Blue River Camp is the closest real Hill Country riverfront you'll find β€” about 2.5 hours west on I-10, then a short hop up I-35. Skip the long haul to Garner State Park or the packed Brazos Bend loops. We're a privately owned 8-acre property on the spring-fed San Marcos River with riverfront tent sites that are usually bookable on a few days' notice, even in peak summer. Every site comes with a picnic table, BBQ grill, fire pit, electricity, water hookup, and access to clean shower trailers β€” plus river frontage you can walk to barefoot. The San Marcos River stays a cool 72Β°F year-round and never runs dry, so the water is ready whether you're escaping a Houston August or planning a long fall weekend. It's the kind of **Houston tent camping** trip that actually feels like leaving the city behind. Bring your own tent for our most affordable rate, or upgrade to a glamping cabin, bell tent, or log cabin if you want a real bed and AC after the drive in. Add unlimited tubing and kayaking on the spring-fed San Marcos River β€” shuttle included β€” and you've got a full river weekend without an annual park pass, a reservation lottery, or a cooler full of generators next door. ![Friends enjoying the San Marcos River](/assets/tubing-group-BW2hwcxx.webp) ## Ready to Pitch Your Tent on the River? Hill Country tent camping, 2.5 hours from Houston. Book direct. Book Now ## Tent Camping Near Houston, Texas Looking for **tent camping near Houston**? Son's Blue River Camp is just 2.5 hours from Houston on the spring-fed San Marcos River β€” with shaded campsites that include water, electric hookups, fire pits, and picnic tables. Whether you're a solo backpacker or a family looking for an affordable river weekend, our campground puts you steps from cool, clean, 72Β°F water year-round. Bring your own tent or upgrade to one of our glamping bell tents, then add **unlimited tubing and kayaking** for $29.99/person with shuttle. Clean bathhouses, friendly staff, free parking, and a private 8-acre property make this the easiest **riverfront camping trip from Houston**. tent camping near Houston campsites Houston riverfront camping Texas campsites with electric Hill Country camping affordable river camping [Reserve a Campsite](/book-now) ## More Houston River Getaways Explore the full Houston cluster so Google β€” and your guests β€” can move between cabins, camping, tubing, kayaking, and day trips. [ ### Glamping Near Houston AC cabins, safari tents, and bell tents on the San Marcos River. Explore page ](/glamping/houston)[ ### Camping Near Houston Tent sites, river access, and easy Hill Country weekends from Houston. Explore page ](/camping-houston)[ ### Kayaking Near Houston Crystal-clear paddling on a spring-fed stretch of the San Marcos River. Explore page ](/kayaking-houston)[ ### Tubing Near Houston Unlimited tubing and shuttle service on cool, clear water. Explore page ](/tubinghouston)[ ### Cabin Rentals Near Houston Log cabins with porches, kitchens, and riverfront access. Explore page ](/river-cabins-houston)[ ### Day Trip From Houston Private cabanas, picnic tables, and a full day on the water. Explore page ](/day-trip-houston) ### Related Reading - [Glamping Near Houston](/blog/glamping-near-houston) - [Private Cabana Rentals on Texas Rivers](/blog/private-cabana-rentals-texas-rivers) - [Houston to San Marcos Day Trip](/blog/houston-to-san-marcos-day-trip) - [Tubing Near Houston](/blog/tubing-near-houston) ![Son's Blue River Camp](/assets/logo-transparent-CYNVRjE4.webp) 8 acres of family-friendly river paradise on the San Marcos River. Float, grill, relax β€” then fall asleep to the sound of the river. 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