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Campsites with Water (New Garner)
People per Site: 8 Number of Sites: 75
These water-only sites are in the Persimmon Hill and Rio Frio (sites #434-473) camping areas. Site lengths vary. Pop-ups, trailers, and motor homes 20 feet or less are allowed in this area. Generators cannot run during quiet hours from 10 p.m. - 6 a.m. The Persimmon Hill Camping Area is closed January through February.
Picnic table
Outdoor grill
Fire ring
Water
Lantern post
Information and prices can change. Parks charge a daily entrance fee in addition to any facility fees, unless otherwise stated.
Purchase a Texas State Park Pass to enjoy free entry to more than 80 state parks for you and your guests for one year.
You may bring pets to most state parks, but they cannot enter Texas State Park buildings. Learn about rules for pets at state parks. For park-specific pet restrictions, contact the park.
Call the park or the Customer Service Center (512) 389-8900 for more information.
Haven't been here since i was a kid. Didn't realize how much i missed it. Had so much fun it was unreal. Definitely go through the challenging hikes to see the caves. Its sad that people are so trashy and covered them in graffiti. However it is still worth the hike. The mini golf and ice cream among other things was closed bexar it was during the week but we shall be back on the weekend to enjoy it.
Excellent day excursion from San Antonio. The car ride is under two hours. Once there, we hiked for approximately 3 hours and ended the day with a picnic. Hiking was not strenuous. Pretty much any person in reasonable shape can do it. The beginning part of it is a bit more uphill, but doable.
Here in February so the park is very quiet with only a few visitors. Most of the amenities are closed due to the season but that's okay with me. Hikes are generally short but some can be steep and Rocky (don't hike in flip flops!) Frio river was pretty and clear
This was a great state park, was pretty slow mid week in the winter. Some great trails to hike here like Mt Baldy and Crystal cave, mostly dog friendly as well. You can explore a lot of the park in just one day, a lot of the trails are on the shorter side and the day use area is beautiful would like to swim there when it’s warmer. There were a lot of options for camping in the park as well.
Gardner State Park is a nature lover’s paradise. The cave exploration is an exciting highlight, complemented by the stunningly clear blue water that beckons for a refreshing dip. Diverse hiking trails cater to various skill levels, offering picturesque views throughout. The park’s accommodation options are impressive, from camper sites with electricity hook-ups to cabins equipped with AC, and general tent-friendly parking with accessible electricity. Clean and well-maintained restrooms make the camping experience even more enjoyable. Gardner State Park truly feels like a piece of heaven on earth – a must-visit destination, highly recommended for nature enthusiasts and camping aficionados alike.
