About this campground
Sparrow Bend River Retreat is a serene 8-acre riverside property nestled along the Medina River in the Texas Hill Country. Offering a blend of rustic camping and comfortable lodging, the retreat is designed for those seeking a peaceful escape into nature. Guests can enjoy activities such as kayaking, tubing, fishing, and hiking, or simply relax by the river's edge.
🛖 Accommodations & Amenities
Lodging Options:
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Casa Topo: A spacious four-bedroom, two-bathroom home equipped with a full kitchen, kayaks, fire pits, and a private balcony overlooking the river.
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Casa Avecita: A cozy one-bedroom, one-bathroom retreat perfect for couples or small families, featuring a private balcony with river views.
Camping & RV Sites:
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Tent Sites: Four riverfront and two forested campsites, each with a picnic table and fire pit.
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RV Sites: Two spacious RV slots offering full hookups, including 30/50-amp electric, water, and sewer connections.
Shared Facilities:
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Dedicated bathroom and shower facility with two outdoor showers, two air-conditioned restrooms, a sink, a phone charging station, and an electric grill.
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Wi-Fi access available throughout most of the property.
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Firewood available for purchase.
🌊 Activities & Experiences
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River Recreation: Enjoy swimming, fishing, kayaking, and tubing in the crystal-clear, spring-fed Medina River.
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Outdoor Games: Engage in yard games on the lush lawns or sunbathe on massive boulders.
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Local Attractions: Explore nearby towns such as Lakehills (15 minutes), Bandera (20 minutes), and Boerne (25 minutes) for dining and shopping options.
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Historical Significance: Discover the property's rich history as part of a former wagon trail, with opportunities to find arrowheads along its paths.
What campers say
Riverfront retreat with a mix of small cabins, RV spots and tent sites on a spring-fed stretch of river. Guests commonly praise the easy river access, clear water, clean air-conditioned bathhouses and a family- and dog-friendly atmosphere. Sites feel uncrowded thanks to limited units, and evenings are typically quiet. Practical tradeoffs: path lighting and onsite gear (wagon) may be limited for late arrivals, water level and temperature can vary, and a few visitors reported construction noise or occasional litter. Campsites are basic, with picnic tables and fire pits, but good for relaxing and unplugging.
Our summary of 59 traveler reviews.
Amenities
Hookups and power
- Electric
Facilities
- Showers
More
- Fire pits
- Firepits
- Fishing
- Full-hookups
- Kayaking
- Kitchen
- Picnic Tables
- Sewer
- Swimming
- Water
- Wi-fi
59 reviews
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Location
- Address
- 547 547 Lake Rd,, Lakehills, TX 78063
- GPS
- 29.6516° N, 98.9849° W
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