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Walden Retreats

4.0 star property
4-star adults-only campground near Lost Draw Cellars

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Premier Tent
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds
Interior
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Lobby

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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1388 Gipson Rd, Johnson City, TX, 78636
  • Place, Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lost Draw Cellars
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Premier Tent

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Superior Tent

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds

Classic Tent

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Johnson City

On river.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Lost Draw Cellars and 9 miles (15 km) of Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum. Exotic Resort Zoo and William Chris Vineyards are within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Lost Draw Cellars - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Texas Vintage Motorcycle Museum - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home - 12 min drive - 10.1 km
  • LBJ Visitor Center - 12 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pig Pen BBQ Johnson City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pecan Street Brewing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Proof And Cooper's At The Lumberyard - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Walden Retreats

4-star adults-only campground near Lost Draw Cellars
As a guest of Walden Retreats, you'll find a library, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Event space at this campground measures 3500 square feet (325 square meters) and includes conference space. WiFi is free in public spaces. Walden Retreats also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Johnson City campground is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 3500 sq ft of conference space
  • 325 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Walden Retreats offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star campground have kitchenettes with separate dining areas, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster oven
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 50 per stay

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Communal living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Library
  • MP3 dock

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck/patio
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water

Work spaces

  • 3,500 square feet of conference space
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total
  • Fee: USD 50 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Electrical adapters
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Fishing
  • Shopping
  • Winery release events
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 15 units
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Reception hall
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 8 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 8 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 8 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Walden Retreats Johnson City
Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow
Walden Retreats Safari/Tentalow Johnson City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Walden Retreats to the airport?

Walden Retreats is 58.6 mi (72-min drive) away from the Austin-Bergstrom Intl. Airport (AUS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walden Retreats?

As of Jun 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walden Retreats on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $268, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Walden Retreats have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Walden Retreats.

Does Walden Retreats offer free breakfast?

Walden Retreats does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walden Retreats?

No, there is no casino at this campground.

What time is check-in at Walden Retreats?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Walden Retreats?

This campground offers free self parking.

Does Walden Retreats have a pool?

Walden Retreats does not have a pool.

Does Walden Retreats have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this campground.

How close is Walden Retreats to downtown Johnson City?

Walden Retreats is 4.1 mi away from Johnson City.

Walden Retreats Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a friend suggestion and we are so happy we decided to go there. Wonderful place! Our first glamping experience and we love it! Every detail was considered to make the stay superb. I will totally recommend it to other friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. We loved it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great time. Loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect place to unwind

Wonderful stay! So quiet & peaceful. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing Weekend

It was absolutely beautiful and peaceful! We would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique experience! We enjoyed it so much! Such a cute neat place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Walden Retreats was a most enjoyable stay! I will definitely be back. The room was clean and well equipped. The staff was professional and courteous. My only recommendation would be to have more than one cart to drive up the hill. Beautiful views!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. It’s a bit off the beaten path which makes it more of an adventure. We stayed in a large tent overlooking the river … very scenic and relaxing location. Was fun to cook up steaks and dine at the tent. Really enjoyed it, will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, what a place! Every detail is thought out carefully. It is run so professionally. The tents are stunning and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deema

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, peaceful and relaxing place! It was easy to check in and out, and they are so communicative and responsive and friendly in every interaction! The tents are unique and thoughtfully decorated, with convenient amenities provided. Can’t wait to return someday soon :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Retreat

Just Fantastic! Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very welcoming

The custom service from Becky was outstanding. She made us feel very welcomed and comfortable. The stay was great; we had everything we needed inside the tent. Outstanding stay and service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reconnection getaway

Our anniversary getaway. Short trip but so much time to reconnect. It was so nice without the noise of any kind. It’s just you and the elements of nature. We had a great time grilling, star gazing every night and swimming. Can’t wait to try out during winter.
View from our tent
Swimming hole
Dinner at dusk
Hubby grilling
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

EMILY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely weekend away

We loved our stay at Walden! We had wanted to go for awhile and enjoyed it a lot. Super comfortable bed, lovely views and quiet property. It was extremely windy when we were there, so we didn’t get to make use of the fire pit, and the tent was quite loud at night because of the wind but nothing to be done about that! Love that it is pet friendly, our pup really enjoyed it. An accessibility warning, you do park your car in a lot and then walk to your tent, so just keep that in mind if you have trouble walking etc!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vangalea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first time "glamping". Highly recommend this place!! So serene and tranquil. It was nice to "unplug" and just relax. My only recommendation is the dog friendly tents should have retractable gates on the deck so the pups cannot get off the deck. HUGE thank you to Becky for helping us set this up!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had to leave the car in a parking lot…would have been better to be able to park closer to the tents. They could make the golf carts that they use to carry everyone’s luggage available for visitors to use to and from the tents
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning place with a consistent vibe. Unplug, be present in nature, unbelievable views. We were the only guests at the location that night and everything was perfect. We cooked a small meal on the BBQ, looked up at the amazing night sky, made a fire in the wood stove because it got chilly out, used the electric blanket and watched the sunset. Took some photos, enjoyed the walk down to the river the next day. The staff at the park are so chill and helpful. Very relaced but also professional and organized. Will be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Secluded and peaceful retreat.

Walden Retreat was an excellent get away to enjoy peace, privacy, and a truly beautiful setting. The “tents” are really like small bungalows and every bit as comfortable as a hotel room would be with air conditioning, bathroom and kitchen. We enjoyed sitting on the veranda and drinking coffee or building a fire in the fire ring and sipping wine and watching the sunset. If you are planning to visit some of the wineries, it is very close to the one concentrated around Hye. But it is a 45 minute drive into Fredericksburg. So the seclusion has pros and cons. We really loved our stay and hope to return again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience! The staff was so friendly (we loved Kat!) and helpful. We felt like family from the minute we arrived. The grounds are gorgeous! We saw so much wildlife (various birds, deer, armadillos, etc), enjoyed laying in the hammock area, watched the sunset on our deck, layed and watched the stars from our tent. Just all around incredible experience. There is so much to do on the property you don’t need to leave unless you want to venture out. The gift shop is stocked with local items (and local beer!) The cabins have everything you need, I was skeptical of the AC in the tent but it worked GREAT. Cannot wait to go back in the fall when the river is higher.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Arvydas

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

BLAIR

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025