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Up The River Camp

8690 River Road, New Braunfels, TX 78132 (Formerly Rainbow Camp)
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Galveston, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

The place is clean with excellent river access (Great Fishing Spot) and good facilities. The staff are really pleasant and very helpful. We come to the Guadalupe River a couple of times a year and usually stay at a different camp each time, this was our first stay with Up The River Camp but we will definitely be coming back... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 November 2012

This is by far one of the best campsites we have ever stayed at. The views were exquisite, the owners were friendly and accommodating. We stayed here in a travel trailer with a toddler and two dogs. Full hookups available! Internet at certain places on the site! Not good Verizon cellular service. Next door is a charming bird that wakes... More

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Magnolia, Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 July 2012

When I read the reviews I was hesitant to stay here BUT, I decided to make a reservation and decide on my own. My husband, 2 grandchildren, daughter, son in law and I went and enjoyed the stay. We had a shady spot and could see the river from our campsite. The people at the front desk were very friendly... More

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San Angelo, Texas, United States
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2012

Be advised they changed the name from Rainbow camp ground to Up the river camp ground. First of all the camp site was dirty and smelled the restrooms were horrible this place is not for a family! Foul language, "F" bombs everywhere would make Joe Pesci blush. Sheriffs were called all night, loud music way past 10 p.m. and the... More

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1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012

We arrived on saturday and signed a form stating no music passed 10:30 and no profanity. They stated that it was a family camp.I was pleased to hear this,unfortunitly that was not the case at all. people were up all nite drinking and yelling and the profanity, when I told the front desk (the same person that spoke so highly... More

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Austin, Texas
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 September 2011

I have been going to Rainbow campground for 7 years I have just herd that the owners have changed and they have done several improvements around the campground it was wonderfull before now its just awesome everyone is so helpfull and friendly the camp is always kept so clean they have a wonderfull store with snacks and Ice cold beer... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2011

Upon arrival we were told it would be $15ea for the weekend, When we advised we were ataying with friends who already rented a campsite for their RV...we were advised it would be $15ea per night to stay with them IN THEIR RV and $15 a night to park. They have showers but you have to pay like you're at... More

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new braunfels
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2010

We have made many trips to Rainbow Camp delivering rental units, but got the chance to stay their ourselves over the Labor Day Holiday! 6 full dadys of fun and sun. Met the owners.Made us feel very welcome and are eager to get back out there. Garland and Joe were very accomdating in giving us the info about the park... More

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San Antonio, Texas
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2010

We have been coming to Rainbow Camp for over 4 years now and have always received the BEST CUSTOMER SERVICE! We have always felt welcomed and have never had any issues. We've camped at Rainbow during all seasons - (when it's been crazy holiday busy and in the winter/fall when most people stay home!) and the owners have always been... More

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tx
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2010

Owners are greedy and change their rates as they go , ignore website . We miss old owners Ray & Judy . We're taking our group & our $4800.00 up river . our $ is not good enough for Rainbow

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Additional Information about Up The River Camp

Also Known As:
Rainbow Camp Hotel New Braunfels
Rainbow Camp Hotel
Up The River Camp New Braunfels, Texas
Address: 8690 River Road, New Braunfels, TX 78132 (Formerly Rainbow Camp)
Region: United States > Texas > New Braunfels
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Shuttle Bus service
Hotel Style:
Ranked #11 of 22 Speciality lodging in New Braunfels

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