Camping

FOOD & BEVERAGES

Every day a variety of food and beverages are available from vendors in the Kerrtry and Threadgill Theater areas of the campground, with additional food & beverage options available at Kennedy Outdoor Theater during performances. NO BOTTLES, CANS, OR ICE CHESTS are allowed in Kennedy Outdoor Theater (please support our vendors), but are permitted in the campgrounds. Campers bring anything from the bare minimum to elaborate cooking gear. Ice is available for purchase in the campground at the Kerrtry Store. 

In an effort to reduce waste, no disposable cups are provided. You may bring your own cup, or purchase a souvenir cup from the Kerrtry Store, any merchandise booth or most beverage booths in the theater and campground. 

TOILETS / SHOWERS / WATER 

Showers and toilets are available throughout the campground. Potable water on the ranch is provided by Aqua (treated and approved by the County Health Department). There are several free-standing water spigots available on a first-come first-served basis. Water is free, but if you wish to leave a hose connected to a spigot, please provide a hose-splitter with an open spigot so that others may access the water. Although many campers bring their own drinking water, filtered drinking water stations are available in the campground.

ELECTRICITY

The purchase of an Electric Permit is required for electricity access. Electric Permits are available on a first-come first-served basis at the Electric Permit Station near the “Kerrossroads” in the campground. Electricity is available throughout the campground, but there are a limited number of electrical plug-ins that will accommodate air conditioners (usually 1-4 outlets per riser). Upon arrival, ask the Electric Permit Crew about A/C availability. Electricity permits are priced at $10 – $22 per day (depending on A/C). Discounts are available for Volunteers. 

CAMPFIRES

Fire extinguishers are available at all safety stations and major buildings around the ranch. Open fires should be within fire rings, bbq grills or outdoor type fireplaces. LARGE BONFIRES ARE NOT ALLOWED. Fires are not allowed during periods of excessive drought or when Kerr County has issued a county wide burn ban. During a burn ban, only charcoal fires in bbq grills are allowed.

Gathering firewood on the property is not permitted.  A limited amount of firewood is available near the campground showers. If you think you need a lot of wood, please bring your own. Do not burn fires under trees, branches or next to wooden structures. Fires MUST be attended at all times and must be completely extinguished before retiring for the night or leaving the campsite. Please share fires when possible.

As an extra safety precaution, the Foundation supplies (red) water buckets and burlap just outside the main campground showers for use next to campfires. When a burn ban is not in effect, please collect a red bucket, fill it with water and soak the burlap in an area near your campfire. Should a spark land outside the fire ring use said burlap to snuff it out.

If you need to find out about a burn ban before arriving at the ranch, please follow this link http://www.co.kerr.tx.us/burnban/index.html (Quiet Valley Ranch is in precinct 1) or call the office at 830-257-3600.

TENT CAMPING

Tent camping at Quiet Valley Ranch offers a relaxed, communal experience in a beautiful Hill Country setting. While the campground is more rustic than a traditional state park, it’s comfortable and enjoyable for those who come prepared.

Reservations are not required for tent camping. Upon arrival, you’re welcome to set up your tent in any open area of the campground that feels like a good fit. Weekends can be a bit cozy as the grounds fill up, but the campground is famously friendly and social. A little courtesy and consideration go a long way, and many lifelong festival friendships begin right here.

The terrain is classic Texas Hill Country, so plan to dress comfortably and practically. Lightweight clothing, sturdy outdoor shoes, and a hat are recommended. Weather can be unpredictable, and afternoon thundershowers are not uncommon, so rain gear for both you and your campsite is strongly encouraged.

If you plan to bring a shade canopy, please come prepared to secure it properly. Winds can pick up at times, and all canopies, tents, and loose items should be well staked and tied down to ensure everyone’s safety and comfort.

RV SITES

There are 108 reservable RV sites at Quiet Valley Ranch. 92 sites are in the regular festival campground (58 sites offer full hook-ups, 34 sites have water/electricity only, no sewer). There are 16 sites in our new Lamb Creek RV Park that offer 30A electricity and water, and also offer an opportunity to keep pets inside your air-conditioned RV. Learn more about the KFFF Lamb Creek RV Park Pet Policy.  Advance RV reservations and restrictions apply.

Click here for the detailed RV Information Page​

UNLOADING & PARKING

Festival tickets include free vehicle parking in the general parking lot & Lamb Creek parking lot on either side of Hwy 16. Kerrtesy Carts provide transportation to/from/between the main parking lot and various areas around the campground. There is a Kerrtesy Cart sheltered transportation “bus stop” in the middle of the main parking lot, from which patrons may choose to call Ranch Central for mobility assistance with a Kerrtesy Cart. The phone number for Ranch Central is 830-377-7910. 

Unloading/Loading in the Campground

To unload/load a vehicle in the campground, a $40 cash or card refundable deposit must be used to obtain a temporary unloading permit at the campground entrance (known as Mix Master). The $40 unloading permit is refundable provided the vehicle is driven out of the campground within two hours. Unloading/loading permits are non-refundable after two hours. 

Parking Vehicles & Trailers in the Campground

In order to have as much room for tents as possible, we discourage vehicles parking in the Campground. Campground Parking Permits are available at the main Ticket Booth or the Campground Gate (Mix Master) for any length of campground stay and cost $40 per day.

Campers who plan to use a vehicle or trailer as their sleeping accommodation including RVs, trailers, pop-ups, vans, or trucks with camper shells must purchase a Sleeper Vehicle Permit upon arrival at the campground entrance station, known as Mix Master.

Sleeper Vehicle Permits are valid for the duration of the stay, provided the vehicle or trailer remains stationary in the campground. If a sleeper vehicle leaves the campground for any reason, a new permit will be required for each re-entry.

Permit pricing is based on vehicle length:

• $40 for axled vehicles under 18 feet
• $50 for axled vehicles 18 feet and over

Sleeper Vehicle Permits are a flat rate and do not include electrical hookups.

LAND RUSH

Anyone with tickets to the first weekend of the Kerrville Folk Festival may arrive and set up camp in advance of the first festival day. Details are available here: 

Land Rush Information ​​