Contact Information:
- Email: samuel.gibson@wilcotx.gov
- Phone: 5129433560
- Address: 194 Reveille Way
- Website: https://www.wilcotx.gov/1292/River-Ranch-County-Park
- Social Media: Instagram: wilcotxparks; FB: wilcotxparks
About the Partner:
This beautiful 1,354 acres of meadowlands, woodlands, hills and escarpments provides hill country vistas between Leander and Liberty Hill and offers park users the opportunity to explore, learn, camp, picnic, hike, bike, ride their horses, nature watch or just relax outside.
The South Fork of the San Gabriel River meanders through the northeastern portion of the park. The river and park can be accessed and enjoyed along 20 miles of hiking and equestrian trails. You are likely to see some of the most elusive wildlife such as porcupine and coyotes, as well as the common whitetail deer. River Ranch is also home to large and magnificent Live Oak trees, estimated to be over 500 years old.
River Ranch showcases an approximate 4,800 square foot Interpretive Center, where you can learn about the natural, cultural and historic resources that make this park so special. Hands-on interactive exhibits and library will make learning fun and better prepare you for your journey out into the natural areas of the park. There is also rentable meeting space available for civic, business, or educational uses, as well as an outdoor amphitheater. The Interpretive Center Exhibit Hall is open 8am to 5pm daily.
There are 23 water and electric campsites, 25 walk-in campsites, and 25 primitive sites with a centralized bath house and group pavilions. There is also a Day-Use Area with a covered pavilion and restrooms, picnic tables, grills, a children’s play area, and an adult play area with horseshoe and washer pits.
Services & Areas of Operation:
Day-Use Permits
12 and Under = Free
Disabled Veteran (must present documentation) = Free
13-64 =$4
65 and older = $2
Military (active, retired, separating military (must present documentation) = $2
Equestrian Use = $8.00
Camping and Pavilion reservations = various prices
(see Park-Fees-PDF for further details)
Certifications & Affiliations:
Friends of River Ranch County Park (FB): FriendsofRiverRanchPark