Beginner-Friendly Hiking + Camping (Burn-Ban Friendly) | Austin, TX

## 🏕️ Beginner-Friendly Hiking + Camping (Backpacking Light)

Looking for people to go camping with around Austin?
This event is for anyone who wants to enjoy nature, hike to beautiful views, and spend a relaxed night camping — no experience required.
This is a chill, beginner-friendly outdoor weekend, not an extreme or hardcore backpacking trip.

### 📍 Location

Pedernales Falls State Park
(About 1 hour from Austin)
(I can help up to 3 person for the transportation)

### 📅 When

This Weekend (Saturday – Sunday)
Exact meeting time & campground will be shared after RSVPs.

## 🥾 Plan Overview

### Saturday

• Meet in Austin / carpool
• Drive to the park
• Light to moderate hike (4–6 km)
• Scenic breaks & photos
• Set up camp
• Dinner + chill time (no campfire, see notes below)

### Sunday

• Morning coffee ☕
• Optional short walk / relax time
• Pack up & return to Austin

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## ⚠️ IMPORTANT – Burn Ban Notice

As of Jan. 9, 2026, the park is under an active burn ban.
🔥 Fire Rules

• ❌ No wood or charcoal fires
• ❌ No campfires
• ✅ Propane / gas camping stoves ARE allowed

Cooking will be done using portable gas stoves only.
This event fully follows park safety rules.

## 🎒 Who Can Join?

• Beginners & first-time campers
• People who enjoy hiking & nature
• Chill, respectful, social people
• You do NOT need professional gear

❌ Not a hardcore trip
❌ Not extreme backpacking

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## 🎒 What to Bring (Basic)

• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Backpack
• Water
• Tent & sleeping bag (or ask to share)
• Food / snacks
• Headlamp or flashlight
• Propane / gas camping stoves

A detailed checklist will be shared after RSVP.

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## 🚗 Transportation

• Carpooling encouraged
• Drivers & riders will be matched in the comments

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## 🏕️ Reservations – Please Read

• Camping & day passes sell out every weekend
• Reservations are strongly recommended
• Once group size is confirmed, I’ll share:
• Exact campground
• Reservation instructions
• Everyone will make their own reservation
• First-timers will get step-by-step help

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## 🌿 Vibe

• Nature
• Easy hiking
• Stargazing 🌌
• Coffee & conversations
• Stress-free weekend