Camping
Stay All Night, Stay A Little Longer
The camping experience is a huge part of the magic that defines the Old Settler’s vibe — vibrant, loving and inclusive. It’s a place to catch up with longtime friends and make new ones. Bring your instruments and join in the many late night jams around the campfire. You might just be sitting next to one of the band members in our 2025 lineup.
2025 Camping
Choosing your campsite
Three campgrounds — Banjo, Dobro, and Collings — will be open for the 2025 Old Settler’s Music Festival. Our campgrounds offer acres of beautifully manicured, tree-covered campsite options. Whatever your camping preference — tents to RVs, teepees to yurts, buses to boats — you are certain to find the perfect place to set up your festival home.
All campgrounds support tent and vehicle camping and have electrical outlets available for purchase by permit. Campsites and electrical outlets are first come, first served and our volunteers are available to help point you in the right direction.
Port-a-potties, handwashing stations and potable drinking water dispensers are available in all campgrounds.
You can purchase RV water fill services through Campground Headquarters. RV water and waste hookups are not available in the campgrounds.
TENT, CAR, AND RV CAMPING
The camping experience is a crucial part of the Old Settler’s magic – vibrant, loving, and inclusive. It’s the perfect place to unplug, reconnect with old friends and make new ones. Bring your instruments and join the many late-night jams around the campfire. You might even find yourself sitting next to one of the performers from our 2025 lineup!
CHOOSING CAMP BANJO, COLLINGS OR DOBRO.
For the 2025 Old Settler’s Music Festival, we’re opening three campgrounds: Banjo, Collings, and Dobro. Our beautifully manicured, tree-covered campgrounds and powered RV spots offer acres of options to suit every camper’s needs. Whether you prefer tents, RVs, teepees, yurts, buses, or boats, you’ll find the perfect spot to set up your festival home.
Camp Banjo and Collings support tent and vehicle camping, with electrical outlets available for purchase by permit. Campsites and electrical outlets are first-come, first-served, and our friendly volunteers are always ready to point you in the right direction.
NEW IN 2025 – CAMP DOBRO! (Camp Armadillo will be closed)
Camp Dobro is perfect for the big rigs with 50 amp access, still a little away for some peace but much closer to the action than Camp Armadillo was. This area has 20, 30, and 50 Amps access (* Electricity pass purchase required) and is easy to navigate the big rigs into. Camp Armadillo will be closed and will not be in use.
AMENITIES
– Port-a-potties, handwashing stations, and potable drinking water dispensers in all campgrounds
– RV water fill services available for purchase at Campground Headquarters (no RV water and waste hookups in campgrounds)
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR 2025
Only Banjo and Collings campgrounds will be open (Camp Armadillo will be CLOSED). The festival and all campgrounds close at 7 PM on Sunday. All guests and vehicles must vacate the property by closing time. Please remember to pack it in and pack it out!
What to expect at each campground
– Camping type: Walk-in Tent, Car and RV camping
– Location: Closest to the action
– Population: Most densely populated
– Atmosphere: Late-night jams, revelry, lively neighbors
– Availability: Fills up first, especially RV spots near electrical panels
– Electricity: 20 and 30 amp available for purchase
– Special Feature: Home to the Campground Stage
– Camping type: Walk-in Tent, Car and RV camping
– Location: Slightly farther, but still close
– Population: More breathing room
– Atmosphere: Not as lively as Camp Banjo
– Availability: Fills quickly, but more tent spots are available
– Electricity: 20 and 30 amps available for purchase
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Camping type: Car and RV camping
– Location: Slightly farther, but still close, little shade, grassy and flat.
– Population: More breathing room
– Atmosphere: Not as lively as Camp Banjo
– Electricity: 20, 30 and 50 amps available for purchase
QUIET/FAMILY CAMPING
For those seeking a more secluded experience, we offer beautiful primitive camping spaces in the wooded areas along the perimeters of Camp Banjo and Collings. The further from the action the quieter it will be.
ADA CAMPING
We believe music lovers of all abilities should enjoy the festival together. Our staff is dedicated to ensuring the camp and festival grounds are accessible to all. ADA accessible campsites will be naked on the map.. For specific accessibility questions, please contact info@oldsettlersmusicfest.org before the festival.
CAMPGROUND GOOD VIBES GUIDE
The Old Settler’s campgrounds are famous for hosting pickin’ circles with intimate acoustic performances from amazing musicians. We encourage you to explore, meet new people, and discover the unique vibe of our campgrounds.
PLEASE NOTE
– Amplified music is not allowed in the campgrounds
– Quiet hours (no loud singing, playing, or partying) are from 2:00 AM to 8:00 AM
– No drums in the campgrounds
LEAVE NO TRACE
– Use the trash and recycling bins available throughout the campgrounds
– Leave your campsite in its original condition – or even cleaner than you found it
– Help us keep the Old Settler’s Homestead in pristine condition:
LOST AND FOUND
Old Settler’s Music Festival, Inc. is not responsible for lost or stolen items. For any lost items, please visit the Lost & Found at Campground Headquarters.
WE ARE SERIOUS ABOUT FIRE SAFETY
Propane fire pits, propane grills, propane stoves, and propane lanterns are allowed. Open ground fires (wood or charcoal) are NOT allowed. Campfires must be in a fire pit raised off the ground. Absolutely no fires allowed if Caldwell County is under an active Burn Ban during the festival. Fires must be attended at all times. If our safety team finds your campfire unattended, you will receive one warning – after the second offense, your campfire will be extinguished and you may be asked to leave the festival grounds.
CAMPGROUND RULES
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, the following are NOT allowed in Banjo and Collings campgrounds.
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Reserving campsites or electrical outlets (first-come, first-served policy)
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Generators (purchase an Electrical Permit for power)
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Pets (except registered service animals as defined by the ADA)
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Fireworks (strictly prohibited)
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Drums and amplified music
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Recreational use of motorcycles, ATVs, and golf carts (bicycles are fine)
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Open ground fires (propane fire pits, grills, stoves, and lanterns are allowed)
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Weapons (no exceptions)
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Idling cars (park in the GA Lot if you plan to come and go)
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Glass bottles (cans are preferred for recycling and safety)
For a full list of rules and guidelines, including electrical permit information and fire safety regulations, please visit our website or contact our festival staff.
Join us for an unforgettable camping experience at the Old Settler’s Music Festival – where the music never stops, and friendships last a lifetime!
NEARBY ACCOMMODATIONS AND CAMPGROUNDS
While we have ample camping on the property, there are some alternatives in the area:
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Luling TX
