Camping At Devil's Sinkhole In Texas

The Devil's Sinkhole in Texas is essentially a giant hole in the ground. The vertical cavern in Edwards County has an opening that measures roughly 40 feet by 60 feet. The drop to the bottom is a steep 140 feet, and the main cavern goes down even deeper, to about 400 feet. While camping at the sinkhole site itself is not allowed, there are nearby areas where you can camp.

Area

The Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area is in a 1,859-acre area that first opened to the public, though with limited access, in 1992. Formerly a part of the Whitworth Ranch, the area was acquired by the state in 1985. The property does not butt up to a public road, so getting there is a bit of a hassle. Visitors can access the sinkhole only through tours conducted by the Devil's Sinkhole Society.

RV Camping

If you are an RVer, you can park your RV at the nearby Oak Lane RV Park, which like the sinkhole, is located in Rocksprings. Just outside of town, you will find the Ledge Water RV Park and the Wes Cooksey RV Park.

Tent Camping

If you prefer more rugged camping and want to pitch a tent, you'll be hard pressed to find a campground in Rocksprings itself; however, you can tent camp in the nearby South Llano River State Park and the Kickapoo Cavern State Park. The Rocky River Camp and the Big Oak River Camp are also nearby and offer tent camping.

Activities

The Devil's Sinkhole is the main activity at the Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area. The Devil's Sinkhole Society offers evening bat flight tours throughout the summer. It also offers guided nature hikes on the first and third Saturdays of every month, except during hunting season. However, reservations are required.

Considerations

When camping in central Texas or exploring natural areas like the sinkhole, bring your first aid kit and take normal safety precautions to avoid close encounters with dangerous species, such as venomous snakes, that inhabit the area. Additionally, take into consideration when planning your trip that this part of Texas can get unbearably hot during the height of the summer.