A West Texas hidden gem for sure! My brother and I camped overnight at Kickapoo Caverns and the park ranger, Ashley gave us suggestions on the scenic route to Devils River. When we got closer to the natural area, we had to take a dusty dirt road off of the main highway. It was very remote with a few houses along the path. Cell reception was non-existent so make sure you download Google maps prior to coming out here. At the "state park", the headquarters was pristine, modern, sleek, and brand new. They finished building it/January 2025. The first week of May, they didn't have any park gear such as magnets, car decals, stickers, but only had the option to stamp "State Park passport book". Also, if you want to check in from this location on Yelp, it won't let you since you're outside of Del Rio. Now at the river, there is a small restroom without air conditioning. The toilets look like ones from a camper or airplane. It was hard to tell if it was clean or not. The restroom smelt like an unclean musty outside world. There's plenty of parking alongside the river. When you get to the river, there's no benches or anywhere to store your belongings. The main part of the river is rocky and the water is icy cold. So cold, but it feels so refreshing in the summer heat. The water is translucent and there's fishes swimming in it too. The fishes will slightly nip at you, but they don't bite. I was a bit fearful of flesh eating amoeba tapping into my brain causing me to be brain dead, but thankfully that didn't happen to me. The water was so clear that I was able open my eyes inside. My brother and I stayed for two hours and had the whole river to ourselves. It was not the slightest crowded. The area is so beautiful. I love West Texas natural beauty. This natural area is the most underrated of the Texas state parks. read more

Received a sincere apology from TPW. Felt heard and understood. Appreciated a credit for our visit and the personalized call. Thanks TPW! read more

Devils River State Natural Area - Beautiful. - Parks Near Me - Del Rio, Texas

Very remote and unique park. Primitive drive in camping sites available. Bathrooms have showers. No internet or cel phone coverage. The springs feeding the river are amazing. read more

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This review is based on a camping trip in December. I love this freaking park! The sites are so remote, especially sites 5,6, & 7. As others have mentioned, this park is best visited and an SUV or truck. Or a car with high clearance. There are some great hiking trails. But the camping experience is awesome. I personally feel like it rivals Big Bend. Our nearest neighbor was 1 mile away. Park rangers were friendly as well. read more

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OK y'all, pay attention to this and believe me when I say it! Do NOT attempt to visit this park unless you have a truck or SUV - do NOT do it in a regular car. You don't need four-wheel drive by any means, but I do recommend a vehicle with a bit more ground clearance and tough tires. The TPWD website has the following statement: "High-clearance vehicles with 8-ply rating minimum (to minimize flats and blowouts) are recommended. The nearest service station is 25 miles away and is not open all the time. The nearest full-service station is 65 miles away." A friend told me they got out there in a regular car, so I decided to try it. I got to the park head quarters but wasn't able to make it down to the river where all the trailheads are. Luckily, the park ranger told me about a trail that wasn't on the map, so the day wasn't a total bust. It's about a 1.25-mile walk from the HQ to this trailhead. It's located between camp sites one and two and has a white marker on the side of the road. After that, it's not marked at all, so talk to the ranger before you go out there, so he can explain where to go once you are on the trail - it gets tricky trying to find where to go and you could get lost! It's really beautiful country out there, but difficult to get to. The 22-mile road to get to the park HQ is part gravel and then parts of it are larger, sharp, jagged rocks. A couple of washed out areas of the "road" and some deep ruts in parts - hence the recommendation for high clearance vehicles and 8 ply tires. The 22-mile "road" is not part of the park and there are several ranches located along so, so keep your eyes peeled for wandering cows. I found one in the strangest spot coming around a curve. This natural area boasts 37,000 acres in two separate units. One of them is only accessible via kayak/canoe. Please, please, please, check the TPWD web site to plan your visit to this place. Hmmm... I'm sensing a truck and possibly a kayak in my future.... read more

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This is a natural area so it is very remote, as long as you are prepared for the long drive out it is definitely worth the drive! It is gorgeous! No cell service and no highway noise. It's fantastic! They have a compost toilet near the river and some flush toilets at the office. We will definitely return if we come back this direction! read more

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Devils River is a beautiful area but it takes a bit to get there. Drive your SUV or vehicle with 4-wheel drive or you may get stuck. It was 19 miles of dirt roads at about 25 miles per hour. Not a ton of hikes here but lots of spots along the river to fish and kayak if you bring your own. You do have to hike in about a mile from the nearest parking lot. They have a few camping spots but it fills quickly. It is a beautiful area so go check it out. read more

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This place is beautiful, especially the trail on the river. The trail was flooded but we didn't care and walked through the water for a good half of the trail length. It was an awesome experience and I absolutely loved it, since Del Rio area is so boring, this was a nice change. read more

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We arrived to put in the Devils River and were met by a woman ( volunteer) scream at us. She immediately began to point her finger demanding permits and shouting rules. I almost began to laugh because I was thinking it was an act between her and the outfitter. I then realized she was just out of control and made us all feel uncomfortable. I will never go back. Sad to see a beautiful state park ran this way. Best description the host was wheels off crazy! read more