Governors Landing Campground campground
Governors Landing Campground
Nearby points of interest include Inks Lake State Park, Longhorn Cavern State Park, and the charming town of Burnet. Inks Lake State Park is a popular destination for hiking, swimming, and fishing, while Longhorn Cavern State Park offers guided tours of its impressive limestone caverns. The town of Burnet is home to several historic sites, including the Fort Croghan Museum and Grounds, which showcases the history of early Texas settlers.
Governors Landing Campground offers a wide range of amenities, including RV and tent camping sites, restrooms and showers, picnic areas, and boat ramps for easy access to the lake. The campground also has a playground for children, making it a great destination for families.
Interesting facts about the area include the presence of bald eagles, which can often be spotted soaring above the lake. The lake is also a popular spot for fishing, with abundant populations of striped bass, catfish, and white bass.
The best time of year to visit Governors Landing Campground and the surrounding area is in the spring and fall, when temperatures are mild and the weather is comfortable for outdoor activities. Average temperatures during these seasons range from the mid-60s to the low 80s.
Overall, Governors Landing Campground is a beautiful and tranquil destination that offers a wide range of outdoor activities and amenities for visitors of all ages.
What's on-site at Governors Landing Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Governors Landing Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governors Landing - Amistad National Rec Area | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Southwinds Marina Lake Amistad Military | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Governors Landing Dispersed Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Amistad Nra Rock Quarry Dispersed Camping | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Rock Quarry Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Governors Landing Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Dolan Ck Abv Devils River Nr Comstock | 11 cfs | → |
| Las Moras Spgs Dws Of Pool At Brackettville | 7 cfs | → |
| W Nueces Rv Nr Brackettville | · | → |
| Nueces Rv At Cr 414 At Montell | 69 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Governors Landing Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amistad Dam | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Amistad National Recreation Area
- Romanelli Park
- American G.I. Forum
- Pop Word Park
- Seminole Canyon State Park And Historic Site
- Devils River State Natural Area
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Governors Landing Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Governors Landing Campground
Can I make reservations at Governors Landing Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Governors Landing Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Governors Landing Campground.