Adventures

Welcome to Nomad Ranch, Camp Wood, Texas! Now that you're here, let us help you get around. The quaint little town of Camp Wood does not have a national grocery store chain but does have a Family Dollar that has just about everything you might need during your stay, including groceries and toiletries. There is a gas station three miles from Nomad Ranch. There are several restaurant and shop options in Camp Wood and one of the cutest little ice cream shops in the Hill Country! If you feel like venturing out, Leakey, Concan and Uvalde are all a short and scenic drive and offer additional restaurant and bar options. For those here to unwind but who also need to "power up", complimentary WIFI is available at the ranch.

Find rustic relaxation on the Nueces River and explore the beautiful Texas Hill Country. Below are a few popular activities to enjoy in and around Camp Wood. We hope you enjoy these attractions as much as we do!

Nueces River: That's why you're here right? Swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, floating. The beautiful, crystal clear Nueces River is enjoyed by all! Have fun searching for swimming holes and natural springs or simply relaxing with your feet in the water. Nomad offers an abundance of river amenities for you to enjoy during your stay. For a unique swimming experience, take an excursion a few hundred yards down River Road {off of Hwy 55} to take a deep plunge off the bluffs known by the locals as "the swim hole" or "Quince". Another local favorite is "The Dam", a great place to take a dip, take in the view and cool off from the Texas heat!

Frio Bat Flight Tours: Frio Cave is home to an estimated 10-12 million Mexican Free Tailed Bats. On scheduled weekends March-September, guests can watch the bats fly.

Garner State Park: 1,419.8 acres of recreational facilities in northern Uvalde County. There are 10 water acres along the Frio River. Garner is approximately 35 minutes from the ranch and a beautiful drive!

Lost Maples State Natural Area: 2,174.2 scenic acres in Bandera and Real Counties, north of Vanderpool on the Sabinal River.

Scenic Hill County Drive: Explore the beautiful Texas Hill Country and consider The Twisted Sisters 100-mile loop. "Twisted Sisters" Scenic Drives & Motorcycle Routes: RM-337, RM-335, RM-336. The Sisters travel about 96 mi through massive timbered hills, steep cliffs, secluded valleys and streams. "One of the fifteen most scenic spots in Texas" (Texas Highways, Nov 1998). Article

Golf: Nestled in the picturesque Sabinal Canyon, Utopia Golf is one of the most beautiful nine-hole golf courses in Texas! Tee times are available, but not required. Go out and play a round or two, return to the simple pleasures of the game, and enjoy the scenic Texas Hill Country views. Utopia Golf is approximately 45 miles from Nomad Ranch.

Frio Valley Ranch Golf Club (Collared Shirt Required ) is a premier Hill Country Golf Club located in Concan, Texas, a scenic 37 mile drive through the Texas Hill Country from Nomad Ranch. The 18-hole Frio Valley Ranch course is a semi-private and measures 7333 yards from the longest tees. The course features 5 sets of tees for different skill levels.

Uvalde Memorial Golf Course is a unique 18-hole course located on a Native American archeological find and is a great place to fit in a round on your trip! Open seven days a week, 7am-7pm. Uvalde Memorial Golf Course is 40 miles from Nomad Ranch.