WIMBERLEY LODGING FIELD GUIDE
Scout-Only Primitive Camping at Blue Hole Regional Park: Ten Sites, Fifty People, One Night Under the Stars
A concise guide to reserving and using the City of Wimberley’s Primitive Camping Area—an exclusive, rustic campground at Blue Hole Regional Park reserved solely for scout groups.
Scout-Only Primitive Camping at Blue Hole Regional Park: Ten Sites, Fifty People, One Night Under the Stars.
Tucked inside Blue Hole Regional Park in Wimberley, the Primitive Camping Area is a deliberately simple, scout-only enclave of ten secluded campsites designed for groups to unplug, camp together and sleep beneath wide Texas skies. The facility emphasizes rustic camaraderie — no power, basic facilities nearby, and rules that prioritize safety and group stewardship.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Secluded, group-focused primitive campsites
The Primitive Camping Area comprises 10 campsites reserved exclusively for scout groups, offering an opportunity for an uninterrupted group camping experience and shared outdoor programming away from modern distractions.
Basic amenities and distances to services
This is a no-power facility with restrooms located roughly 900 feet from the campsites (available 24/7 during reservations), parking about 150 feet away, and ADA accessibility — expect simple, walkable logistics rather than developed campground conveniences.
Scout-only use, capacity and conduct
Reservations include all ten campsites and the area fits up to 50 people; the site enforces strict rules — no ground fires, no alcohol or glass, no overnight pets, no smoking/vaping, and no fireworks — to protect safety and the park’s character.
What the day feels like
What an evening here feels like
You arrive during the daytime window, move gear to one of the ten primitive sites, and settle into a communal, low-impact camp life where leaders manage access (the front gate is locked nightly and leaders receive the emergency gate code). Restrooms are nearby but basic, swimming access is not included with the primitive area rental (it may be reserved separately), and the emphasis is on group activities and overnight storytelling beneath the stars rather than individual comforts.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this venue suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your own drinking water beyond the restroom-attached water fountains, battery or fuel lighting (site has no power), personal camping gear and any cooking equipment you’ll use within park burn-ban rules.
No ground fires are allowed; grills and charcoal may be used when Hays County is not under a burn ban — check the Hays County Fire Marshal for current restrictions before your trip.
Restrooms are approximately 900 feet from the campsites and accessible 24/7 during reservations (no showers); parking is roughly 150 feet away and the site is listed as ADA accessible.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Who can reserve the Primitive Camping Area?
The Primitive Camping Area is available only to scout groups; it is not open for general public reservations.
How many campsites and people does the rental include?
The rental includes all 10 campsites and the area can accommodate up to 50 people.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.; check-out is between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. for daily bookings.
Are restrooms and showers available?
Restrooms are available approximately 900 feet from the campsites and are available 24/7 during the reservation, but they do not include showers.
Is swimming included with the primitive campsite rental?
No. Swimming reservations may be purchased concurrently with the camping reservation, but swimming access is not included by default.
What are the rules about fires, grills and burn bans?
No ground fires are allowed. Charcoal grills may be used only when Hays County is not under a burn ban; check the Hays County Fire Marshal website for current burn-ban information.
Are pets or alcoholic beverages allowed?
Pets are not allowed to camp overnight, and alcohol and glass containers are prohibited.
When is the park open for reservations?
Unless already reserved, facilities are available when the park is open: 8 a.m. to Sunset daily, except on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
How much does the Primitive Camping Area cost to reserve?
The nightly fee is $50 per night for Wimberley residents and $70 per night for non-residents; the reservation covers all ten campsites.