7 Secluded Campgrounds Around Austin You’ve Never Heard Of

(Editor's Note: Camping at Sandy Creek Park has been temporarily suspended due to nearby construction of the BCRUA Raw Water Delivery System. Visit the Travis County Parks website for updated information.)

You wouldn't expect to find a sandy beach in the middle of Texas, but this state is full of surprises. Take a trip up to Leander and camp along the shore at Sandy Creek Park. These shimmering Lake Travis waters rival the ocean. Camping is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it's wise to arrive early. Primitive camping Austin spots cost a nominal fee per vehicle per night. Visit the Travis County Parks website to learn more about camping at Sandy Creek Park.

Cedar Breaks Park overlooks the tranquil Georgetown Lake, and it's full of wondrous views. People love coming here to sail along the waters and fish for catfish and black bass. This park offers lovely secluded camping near Austin and has 59 spots available, and each one costs $30 a night. Visit Recreation.gov to learn more about camping at Cedar Breaks Park.

Take a look at this gorgeous aerial video of Cedar Breaks Park:

You'll have a wondrous time camping at this little-known gem. Windy Point Park is a popular place for scuba diving, boating, and leisurely relaxation. You'll love everything about this park! Head to the Windy Point Park website for more information.

Watch this aerial footage of Windy Point Park:

Shake up your routine and venture outside of the city limits. Hill Country State Natural Area sits along the rolling hills of Bandera, and the sunsets here will blow you away. This 5,000-acre natural area is home to a never-ending adventure. Campsites range from $10-$12 per night. Visit the Texas Parks & Wildlife website for more information about primitive camping at Hill Country State Natural Area.

Enjoy 40 acres of shaded beauty at Marble Fall's Camp Creek Park. These campgrounds are nestled along the north shore of Lake Travis. You'll feel like you have the whole place to yourself when you book a campsite here. Rates at this secluded campground begin at $27.50. Visit the LCRA website to learn more about camping at Camp Creek Recreation Area.

You'll feel like you've escaped to the tropics when you spend the night at Palmetto State Park. This area, tucked away in Gonzales, is home to a wide variety of tropical plants. Keep your eye out for the park's namesake, the dwarf palmetto. Campsites begin at just $12 per night. Visit the Texas Parks & Wildlife website to learn more about secluded camping at Palmetto State Park.

Venture out to Burnet, and leave your troubles behind you. Inks Lake State Park is full of blissful hiking trails and hill country beauty. Primitive campsites cost $11 per night and campsites with electricity cost $23 per night. Visit the Texas Parks & Wildlife website to learn more about secluded camping at Inks Lake State Park.

Take a look at this Inks Lake State Park camping video: