From swimming in the Guadalupe and exploring the upper Hill Country to live music, hiking, shopping and a day in Kerrville, there is plenty to do within an easy drive of Basecamp. Here are a few of our favorite ways to spend a day.
Some of the best things to do do not require leaving Basecamp. Spend the day on the water, explore the property or simply slow down and enjoy the Hill Country.
Basecamp guests have private access to the Guadalupe River just 0.25 mile from the property. Swim, wade or relax along one of the most beautiful stretches of the upper Guadalupe.
Our private three-acre lake is right on the property, with complimentary kayaks and catch-and-release fishing.
Explore Basecamp’s half-mile trail and the ponds around the property for an easy walk without ever getting in the car.
Spend a quiet afternoon by the Basecamp pool or unwind in the hot tub at your accommodation. Every Basecamp accommodation has a hot tub.
Basecamp sits at the Hunt/Ingram line, so some of the area’s most recognizable Hill Country stops are only a few miles away.
2 miles
A longtime Hunt landmark and an easy stop just a few minutes from Basecamp.
4.2 miles
Explore the Hill Country Arts Foundation in Ingram and see Stonehenge II, one of the area’s most unusual local landmarks.
4.5 miles
Spend some time exploring Ingram’s historic arts and shopping district along the Guadalupe.
5.3 miles
A longtime Hill Country tradition in Hunt, especially during the summer season.
If you want to explore beyond Basecamp, some of the Hill Country’s best trails, parks and river scenery are within an easy drive.
11 miles
Walk or bike along the Guadalupe through the heart of Kerrville.
14 miles
Hiking, biking and outdoor recreation along the Guadalupe.
36 miles
One of the Hill Country’s most beautiful natural areas, known for hiking, rugged scenery and spectacular fall color.
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A locally owned Ingram favorite for breakfast, brunch and lunch, just a few minutes from Basecamp.
SHOP
A local Ingram boutique and an easy stop while exploring close to Basecamp.
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Our nearby small-town grocery for drinks, snacks and anything you may have forgotten.
If you’re ready to venture beyond Hunt and Kerrville, a few more Hill Country favorites make an easy day trip from Basecamp.
About 35 minutes
Explore Comfort’s historic downtown, with local shops, antiques, restaurants and small-town Hill Country character.
Photo: Larry D. Moore, CC BY 4.0
About 1 hour
One of Texas’ best-known natural landmarks and a favorite destination for hiking and Hill Country views.
About 1 hour
A legendary Texas music destination with a laid-back Hill Country atmosphere.
Once you book your stay, you’ll receive our digital Basecamp Guide with our favorite restaurants, local shops, bars, grocery stops, hikes and other tips we’ve collected after 20 years of living in the Hill Country.
Think of it as our local cheat sheet for making the most of your stay.
There’s almost always something happening in Kerrville and the surrounding Hill Country, from live music and markets to festivals and seasonal events.
