Lost Maples State Natural Area - Primitive Campsite D in TX -- Campground & RV Camping
Lost Maples State Natural Area - Primitive Campsite D in TX
CampgroundTX State Parks
28 mi from Ingram
Setting
Camping area within Lost Maples State Natural Area's 2,906-acre Hill Country preserve along the upper Sabinal River, five miles north of Vanderpool. Limestone canyon terrain with the area's signature bigtooth maple trees—relics of ice-age climates that survive only here. Over 11 miles of steep, rugged trails including a scenic loop crossing a 2,200-foot cliff. River and creek fishing, wildlife observation (white-tailed deer, wild turkey, golden-cheeked warblers), and hiking among scenic woodlands. Developed campsites with water and electrical hookups. National Natural Landmark since 1980.
- Well separated here, with the nearest through road 1.7 miles off.
- Flat ground is scarce: under a tenth of the terrain within a few hundred yards is level.
- Dry Can Creek runs 0.1 mi off.
Climate averages
October normals 54–79°F, 3.2″ precipitation. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Starlink Radar
Open sky · Terrain & buildings · Tree canopy
Estimated horizon in eight compass directions, using 10 m USGS elevation. Sky clearance 85 of 100.