First of all, Devils River park is very secluded. Be aware that you need to fill up your gas tank at the nearest town (rock springs, or Sonora) before arriving. As many have stated, it’s a 22 mile drive on a unpaved road. It takes almost an hr once you get of the hwy. Make sure you have a truck or a capable suv w good/ rugged tires. Make sure you have a spare just in case.It’s a beautiful place but takes effort to get there and to the river. Speaking of the river it is super clear and calm. However, be aware that you need to walk almost 1 mile of rugged un paved road to get to the river. Don’t make the mistake we made and take a cart full of chairs, ice chest, and canopy . It’s not your typical easy access river. Also, be safe and take lots of water especially when it’s 100+ Degrees outside. Not the most fun experience for small children either. Thanks to the park ranger ( I think his name is Beau) for helping us bring the cart back to the parking lot .Also, no wood fire burning so bring only charcoal and maybe a small bbq pit. The stars and the moon were the highlight of the trip! Not the easiest park by far but it was an adventure that was worth it. Oh and the staff are great, super helpful.

This place is beautiful! Devils River is so clear! We swam all day! It took us about an hour to get here from the highway...its literally 25miles of rocky road. You will be driving for a while and think if youre going the right way....but you are. Its pretty neat little hideaway!

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.

Beautiful park. Long trail is tough, but worth it. Definitely take plenty of drinking water.

UPDATE: While booking my second trip to Devils River Natural Area, when you make reservations, for adults (13+), it’s charging. For two adults, the cost came out to $10.00, total.I loved my experience! It’s a beautiful park and words can’t describe how beautiful it is. When planning the trip, make sure to have a full tank of gas, there is 22 miles of unpaved road to enter the park and unpaved roads within the park. Be prepared for no cell signal or cell service. Reservations are required and no cost. It’s free to enter. Devils River is a International Dark Sky Sanctuary, so if you are looking for star gazing, it’s your place. There are camp sites and those require reservations as well! Also, swimming is at your own risk and bring water shoes! Bring snacks, water, sunscreen and pack light. There is a restroom down by the river and I saw no trash receptacles, so pick up your trash. Highly worth the trip!

Beautiful, serene landscape that plunges into one of the most untouched and unspoiled water features in Texas. The river is crisp cool and refreshing, altering from shades of Navy to Cyan and Turquoise. Don’t forget that the biggest adventure of this park is the journey to reach it in the first place. Be sure to plan an extra 2-3 hours from what directions are given through your device. This park requires you to drive through unpaved roads for over 20 miles at speeds ranging from 15-35 mph (individuals often get flats so bring a spare tire and tools). The road has ruts, cattle guards and can worsen in quality from turn to turn. Once you arrive, there is a .9 mile walk (with beautiful desert scenery, think West Texas) to the river. After leaving and completing your mission you will be immensely satisfied and wish you were still there, so yes all of the trouble IS worth it.

Had a great time over the week at DRSNA, the views and water were awesome!The staff on site was very nice but they did not provide the most clear instructions to the patrons. Example - we spoke with a member at the office stating we were going to Dolan Falls and she said Be careful and that is all. Yet the Park Ranger stated we were trespassing and needed a permit (which we would had been more than happy to pay). TX river ways and lakes are public area and it seems the local law enforcement and land owners try to bypass this (so be warned)Our recommendation for the staff is to be as clear as possible with permits needed and rules to abide by.

This place is awe inspiring. The views, the mountains, the river, the wildlife...everything just breathtaking.It was an adventure getting to the place. Over 20 miles on a rough dirt cattle road. I thought more than once of turning around. I’d be careful if there’s any chance of rain or if it’s rained recently.The Ranger who met us gave us a short orientation and mentioned next weekend they’ll have a new interactive area and a new Headquarters will be opened up. He was great. Really informative and friendly. He even shared his “favorite spot” and a place to jump off a ledge into the cool water.The hike to the river was about a mile and half to the springs. Awesome scenery. Really grounds a person and brings you a closer inner peace.

Definitely a sight to see, this Natural area does not disappoint. The river was nothing short of amazing.The staff was very friendly as well !

Rude park attendants card only don’t accept cash after you drive an hour and half down dirt road. Nice area but rude people

The River is absolutely breathtaking and gorgeous, the hike to get there is a little long, be prepared, especially is you have little ones, but, once you get there, its definitely worth the walk

HANDS DOWN BEST RIVER IN ALL OF TEXAS!!!!! please protect it.

We had an awesome day!! Explored, took photos of blooms and blossoms, animals and scenery I have never seen before!

Absolutely stunnig!! The water is gorgeous and nature is healing. Soothe your soul and enjoy it.

Remote, but starting to be more popular. Recently opened up a new ranger station. The staff are great, and for a fantastic experience with the wildness of Texas, this is the place.

A gorgeous place off the beaten path. A true step back in time to what life used to be like. Of course, youll have to endure the long, bumpy off road drive to get there, but its well worth it. Do your research ahead of time for access and permits necessary. Its not your typical neighborhood park. You may find access is not possible after a long drive. Also, be cognizant of private property. Land owners take trespassing very seriously out here, so dont be the hapless wandering fool that complains about a trespassing ticket. Pay attention and dont do it. Leave it the way you found it; pack out what you pack in!

Wonderful place, take a high clearance vehicle for an easier trip. 25+ miles of dirt road to navigate. And dont go oh, its just a dirt road, nothing hard. No, its all rocks and potholes and dirt. But completely worth it

Remote wilderness with an awesome clear river - cleanest river in Texas!

All i can say is beautiful

Its a breathtaking place, no doubt, but the roads getting there were hell on my camper van. I loved the peace and quiet here, tons of wildlife, gorgeous river. However, I did not appreciate Barney Fife (ranger) sneaking up to the back of my van at night where I was sleeping just to hear himself talk. Thats a dangerous situation (for him and me) that could have easily been avoided.

Very remote area.serene

Beautiful,peaceful place,would love to go back and take my kids

Most beautiful water in Texas. You will go through some rough terrain, be sure to drive in a vehical that can handle it. Well worth the drive!

Very beautiful. Very very remote. Hour long gravel road remote

Excellent fishing/hiking/swimming if you enjoy the peace of nature!

Do not take a car!!!!!!! Gorgeous park ..

The river is amazing, stars are so bright, and the staff is nice and helpful

I was the only person there all afternoon. About 23 miles off the paved highway if I recall correctly. Dead quiet, no traffic, airplane or people sounds. The Devils River is the cleanest water in the state. No services and not for everyone, but beautiful none the less.

An amazing get away from everything!Just be prepared to get away from everything! You have to pack out whatever you pack in, including trash. Make sure you bring plenty of water and fill up your gas tank in Del Rio before you head out. There isnt anything between the park and del rio!

Favorite place on the planet

Isolated park, camping sites designed with solitude in mind. Access to river is difficult for boaters due to a conservation easement. Great friendly staff and nice facilities.

I Love and respect this place. Last wild river in Texas. Lets support the owners and the state as they work to protect the river while still allowing the public to visit it.

Some of the most beautiful natural settings Ive seen in Texas. Not as extreme or intense as areas of big bend or Mckittrick canyon. Its unlike any other place Ive been in Texas. Im a landscaper and irrigator. Ive never seen so many species of native plants that we use all in one place

Small park with a long road to get to it, but was an awesome experience. Went out there with a buddy and our sons.

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….

Very remote and hard to get to, but completely worth it. Short hike from the parking lot to the river itself, close to 1.5mile, but the river is so pristine and untouched, its really amazing. Excellent fishing (alligator gar, bass) and you can see them swimming from the shoreline. Also great swimming in the river, just keep in mind that parts of the river flow faster than others. Campsites have no trees to provide shade, so bring a tent and canopy but its so peaceful because the sites are spread apart hundreds of feet, and many sites are empty.I have been here 3 times now and its been worth it every time. We also brought our bikes this last trip and rode them, lots of fun.(Note: TPWD recommends a 4WD vehicle to access the park, but our 2WD Ford Explorer did fine. Some hills were a bit tricky, steep, but if you take it slow youll be alright. Also make sure to have a spare tire, and extra fuel (or fill up the gas tank before you head into the park) if possible as there are no gas stations within 1.5 hours of the park, and bring plenty of food/water. There is no drinking water or any water for that matter in the park)(No cell service (or very spotty depending on carrier) and no electricity anywhere near or in the park, so be prepared)Completely worth your time to camp out for a weekend.

Really off the beaten path. Most remote state park in Texas. Great place to launch a kayak into the devils river or go for a mountain bike ride.

This is a very beautiful part of Texas. My wife and two kids recently went for an overnight tent camping trip. Unfortunately, there are four primitive camping site so it fills up quick! We camped on a Sun night and there were NO other campers. We only saw the park ranger/officer. If that sounds appealing then this place is for you. This is a very remote location and I would recommend. preparing accordingly. The road, Google navigates to this location easily but there is no cell service so download the map to your phone prior to arrival, or print directions. The road to the park from SH-377 is a 22 mile dirt/rocky road. It will take you a good part of an hour from 377 to the park itself and a high clearance vehicle/truck is recommended/necessary. Also if taking a truck make sure to use a tarp to cover all your gear in the back as the road is also very dusty.The river itself is beautiful but is about a 0.9 mile walk from the parking lot to the river itself, and it is gravel road with some ups and downs so plan accordingly. The cliff walls along the way are magnificent.You can easily walk through the river itself, deepest part is about 8-10ft in some locations, but generally waist deep for the most of it. The water is a cool ~70 degrees and is very clear. There is a primitive bathroom near the river if needed. If you walk along the bank heading north you will come upon an aquifer that spills into the river and it is a cool ~60 degrees and crystal clear. Keep walking and you will find some hard rock falls that are fun to explore and walk around on. BE AWARE YOU CANNOT ACCESS DOLAN FALLS DOWNRIVER (SOUTH) WITHOUT A CANOE OR KAYAK, the land along the river banks is privately owned and you will be trespassing if you walk down river on the banks The property lines are clearly marked.All in all this is a great place to visit and I wish we had more time to enjoy.

Love this place

Good directions

This is a terrible website