US Southwest Annual Texas Hill Country Route Trip

[Rav4_Overland]

Since I’m in Kyle I might meet up with y’all at the trailhead. Still entering at 310 and 71?

 

[2WheelRob]

Since I’m in Kyle I might meet up with y’all at the trailhead. Still entering at 310 and 71?

That may not be a bad idea.

 

[Rav4_Overland]

I put my socks on over my boots, it’s my son’s first soccer game on that day so I won’t be able to make it. I hope that everyone has an awesome time!

 

[roots66]

I put my socks on over my boots, it’s my son’s first soccer game on that day so I won’t be able to make it. I hope that everyone has an awesome time!

Sorry you'll miss it. Good luck to your son.

 

[roots66]

That may not be a bad idea.

Yes, still 310 & 71. We'll also be stocking up on snax/gas at Marble Falls HEB just beforehand.

 

[Jonathon]

My girlfriend and I are planning to come down from Oklahoma for this. we would be down the night before. Are there any good campgrounds near by? we would be staying Friday night and sat night then driving home on Sunday. Also we do not have any coms. What is our best option for coms?

 

[roots66]

With the eclipse happening on the Monday after, many places may be booked up already. Especially, the state parks (Inks Lake, Longhorn Cavern). Best option for this may be Oxford Ranch near Llano. It's about 25 miles from the trip start and I believe no reservations taken. There are other parks nearby as well you can check out. I suggest a google search of camping near Marble Falls and start calling to see if you can book something early. Once you do, we can coordinate a meet-up location.
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FYI, stay away from Fredericksburg. It's going to be crazy busy.

 

[Jonathon]

With the eclipse happening on the Monday after, many places may be booked up already. Especially, the state parks (Inks Lake, Longhorn Cavern). Best option for this may be Oxford Ranch near Llano. It\'s about 25 miles from the trip start and I believe no reservations taken. There are other parks nearby as well you can check out. I suggest a google search of camping near Marble Falls and start calling to see if you can book something early. Once you do, we can coordinate a meet-up location.
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FYI, stay away from Fredericksburg. It\'s going to be crazy busy.

I will call around on Monday. Most likely we will try and stay at Oxford Ranch. what do we need for a radio? I dont currently have one.

 

[Sparksalot]

I will call around on Monday. Most likely we will try and stay at Oxford Ranch. what do we need for a radio? I dont currently have one.

For this group, a frs or gmrs handheld is sufficient. We’ll typically be on channel 15, so either with work.

 

[EpicPlanet]

Just curious... What are yall's thought's on bringing a front-wheel drive Honda CR-V for this event? If the James river's bottom is rock, it shouldn't be much of a thing, right?

 

[2WheelRob]

Just curious... What are yall's thought's on bringing a front-wheel drive Honda CR-V for this event? If the James river's bottom is rock, it shouldn't be much of a thing, right?

I would imagine you'd be fine. When I've been there it's only been about 8-12" deep.

 

[roots66]

I would imagine you'd be fine. When I've been there it's only been about 8-12" deep.

What he said. Most anything can make it across.

 

[Sparksalot]

Just curious... What are yall's thought's on bringing a front-wheel drive Honda CR-V for this event? If the James river's bottom is rock, it shouldn't be much of a thing, right?

I've seen a prius do it.

 

[Rav4_Overland]

Just curious... What are yall's thought's on bringing a front-wheel drive Honda CR-V for this event? If the James river's bottom is rock, it shouldn't be much of a thing, right?

I took my FWD RAV4 and it handled great. No issues. It’s all dirt roads.

 

[Sparksalot]

I’m starting to see flowers in my yard, but I need a bluebonnet fix.

 

[roots66]

I’m starting to see flowers in my yard, but I need a bluebonnet fix.

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The trip is just around the corner. Until then, here's the bluebonnets in my yard.

 

[Unbound4R]

I’ll be joining with my wife and 2 kids. Maybe bringing 2 other rigs with me as well. We will see if they can make it.

 

[Sixpack]

It says it’s a day trip that starts and ends on the 6th but it also says there’s camping. Where are you going to be camping and do we need reservations?

 

[Sparksalot]

It says it’s a day trip that starts and ends on the 6th but it also says there’s camping. Where are you going to be camping and do we need reservations?

The common place to camp is Oxford Ranch near Llano. It’s first come first serve, no reservations. BUT, that weekend is also eclipse central, so it may be packed.

 

[Sixpack]

It says it’s a day trip that starts and ends on the 6th but it also says there’s camping. Where are you going to be camping and do we need reservations?

The common place to camp is Oxford Ranch near Llano. It’s first come first serve, no reservations. BUT, that weekend is also eclipse central, so it may be packed.

So there’s not a planned location?