What to Bring to the Frio River: Your Concan, TX Packing List

For a Frio River getaway in Concan, pack river-ready clothing, water shoes, sunscreen, towels, refillable water bottles, a cooler, groceries, and any personal items not supplied in your cabin, home, or lodge. Before packing, review the amenities included with your specific Frio River Escape rental so you do not bring duplicates.

Frio River Essentials Checklist

  • Swimsuit and cover-up
  • Water shoes or secure sandals
  • Broad-spectrum sunscreen
  • Hats and sunglasses
  • Refillable water bottles
  • Waterproof phone pouch
  • River towels or quick-dry towels
  • Cooler, ice, and snacks
  • Dry bag
  • Indoor group games
  • Outdoor group games
  • Insect repellent
  • Change of clothes
  • Government-issued ID and reservation info

What's Included & What To Bring to the Frio River

Included in Your Rental

Your vacation rental comes ready with the comforts and conveniences you need for a relaxed, worry-free stay.

What To Bring

Whether you’re packing light or bringing a little of everything, these are the items you’ll want for a comfortable stay.

What Should I Bring for Floating the Frio River?

Bring a swimwear & sun shirts, water shoes, sunscreen, drinking water, a waterproof phone case, a dry bag, snacks, sunglasses, personal floats and/or tubes.
Check current river conditions before leaving for your float (See: floatingtexas.com or USGS.gov).

  • Swimwear & sun shirts
  • Water shoes
  • Sunscreen (water-resistant)
  • Sunglasses with a secure strap
  • Refillable water bottles
  • Waterproof phone case
  • Dry bag
  • Snacks
  • River towels
  • Change of clothes

What Should Families or Groups Bring to the Frio River?

Families or large groups should pack comfortable swimwear, water shoes, sunscreen, hats, towels, refillable water bottles, snacks, medications, lounging chairs, sun canopies, river radio/tunes, outdoor group games (cornhole, washers, horseshoes), and indoor group games for downtime at your cabin, home or lodge rental.
Glass bottles are not allowed on the Frio River or at any of our rental properties.

  • Swimwear & sun shirts
  • Water shoes
  • Extra changes of clothes
  • Sunscreen 
  • Hats
  • Towels
  • Snacks
  • Refillable water bottles
  • Children’s toys or games
  • Baby supplies
  • Personal medications
  • Nightlights or comfort items
  • Lounging chairs
  • Sun canopies
  • Outdoor group games
  • Indoor group games

What Groceries Should I Bring to the Frio River?

Plan groceries and meals before you arrive, since many guests prefer to bring the food and drinks they will need for their entire stay. Consider easy-to-prepare breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, beverages, coffee supplies, and grilling ingredients.

  • Breakfast foods
  • Sandwich ingredients
  • Easy dinners
  • Snacks
  • Bottled or refillable drinking water (no glass bottles)
  • Coffee and tea
  • Creamer and sweeteners
  • Ice (available at Oasis Resort onsite gift shop)
  • Grilling supplies
  • Condiments
  • Paper plates, bowls, plasticware
  • Paper towels, toilet paper
  • Garbage bags (indoor & outdoor)
  • Foil, Ziploc bags
  • Special dietary items
  • Adult beverages

Before Traveling to Concan Checklist

Before traveling to Concan, guests should:

  • Confirm check-in and check-out details
  • Review the amenities for your specific rental
  • Plan groceries and meals
  • Download directions before driving to Concan
  • Review pet policies if traveling with a dog
  • Confirm float, tube rental, or activity reservations
  • Check the weather forecast shortly before departure
  • Save reservation and contact information
  • Confirm the cabin’s address and arrival instructions
  • Pack personal medications
  • Charge phones and portable batteries

Lodging Locations

Oasis Resort
2039 Co Rd 350, Concan, TX 78838
Bent River
1000 Co Rd 350, Concan, TX 78838
Palomino Lodge
975 Co Rd 350, Concan, TX 78838
Live Oak Cottage
457 Redbud Road, Concan, TX 78838

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