Frio River Canyon in the Texas Hill Country

If you have never visited The Texas Hill Countrywe ventured down and through HWY 83, Ranch
and more specifically the Frio Canyon AreaRoad/FM 1120 & 1050, CR 350 and CR 348
consisting of the towns of Rio Frio, Leakey and(River Road) in Leakey, Rio Frio and Concan.
Concan Texas, you are definitely missing a gem.During our quest, we were amazed with the
The Rio Frio and the Texas Hill Country is anumerous beautiful camp and RV sites, lodges,
serene getaway for visitors across the countryriver crossings, real estate, restaurants and
and even world. The Frio Canyon is known for it'sstores, country club/golf course and even a
many Lodging, Camping Sites, RV sites, Texashelicopter ride! We figured if we never knew of
Style Real Estate, Home Cooking Restaurants,these places after decades of residence, probably
Antique Stores and many other accommodations.many visitors and even locals were also unaware.
Some may know the area because of theThe Frio River at Concan is just 90 minutes west
famous Garner State Park or heard about theof San Antonio and from Austin three hours
beautiful white rocks and crystal clear water thatsouthwest through the Hill Country to the Frio
encompass the Frio.River crossings at Leakey. Mid-way between
The Frio Canyon Area is also known for it's RollingLeakey and Concan is historic Rio Frio (Spanish for
Hills & Valleys, Cypress Trees, many speciesCold River) and Texas' famous Garner State Park.
of Birds, Catfish, Beautiful Sunsets and PanoramicThe Frio area is a perfect destination for all
Views. Not too far away in Rocksprings is Devil'sseasons and offers very affordable
Sinkhole (Bat Cave) and in Rio Frio resides one ofaccommodations. Also nearby, are the beautiful
the largest Live Oak Trees in Texas. Thousandstowns of Utopia, Camp Wood, Vanderpool,
come to the Frio every season to tube, kayak,Bandera, Medina, Kerrville, and Fredericksburg.
swim, ride, lounge, hunt, fish, hike, shoot videosBesides river recreation and hunting, the Frio River
pictures, and most importantly- relax.Area is busy with Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha and big
Many love the Frio so much, they end up buying aHarley-Davidson motorcycles and every kind of
place of their own for retirement or vacationbicycle. It's a great place to ride now or any time
home.of year and one of the most biker friendly areas
For over 30 years, our family has either lived oraround.
been coming to the Frio Area and just within theIf you are looking for a new Travel Destination,
last few years discovered many areas we neverThe Frio Canyon in the Texas Hill Country is
knew existed. One day while feeling adventurous,definitely a place to consider.