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    Shaffer Bend Recreation Area

    4.0 (4 reviews)
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    3 months ago

    This is a beautiful park for day trips or camping. Located on the Colorado river just below Lake Marble Falls. Great hiking trails.

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    4 years ago

    Very nice set up. The porta potties were clean! The host were nice and friendly! The water was a treat!

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