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2385 Bandera Highway
Kerrville TX 78028
830/257-5392 or 830/257-CAMP
History: Kerrville-Schreiner Park is a 517.2-acre area along the Guadalupe
River, five miles southeast of downtown Kerrville in Kerr County. The Civilian
Conservation Corps (CCC) accomplished original park construction in the early
1930’s. This park was formerly operated by TPWD and is now operated by the City
of Kerrville.
The Kerrville area offers much for those interested in the history of the Hill
Country and the several cultures which took part in its development. A notable
attraction is Camp Verde, on Verde Creek. It was a base for the US Army's
experiment using camels for transportation in the desert southwest. It was
active from 1855 to 1869 and had about 75 camels stationed there. Also, Bandera
Pass, 12 miles south of Kerrville, is a noted gap in the chain of mountains
through which passed camel caravans, wagon trains, Spanish conquistadors,
immigrant trains, and US troops.
Activities: Activities to be enjoyed include boating, fishing, camping,
picnicking, unsupervised swimming in the river, bird watching, hiking, walking,
and cycling. |
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