Supporting one of Texas' Great State Parks
Friends of the South Llano River State Park
Our Mission
Working for the Betterment of Our Park
The Friends of the South Llano River State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that exists solely to support and benefit the South Llano River State Park. The Friends do accept donations to help with this support.
Latest Updates
Bald Eagle Amphitheater
The new amphitheater was built in memory of Bob "Bald Eagle" Klemme through donations by his closest friend, Andy Iverson of Midland. Iverson and Klemme were on a campout at the park around five years ago with their daughters when Klemme was unfortunately struck by lightning and passed away. Iverson was inspired to dedicate the amphitheater in honor of his friend; it will serve visitors for generations and enable Klemme’s memory to live on.
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New Headquarters
The original park headquarters was a ranch house built in 1877 by the Pepper family and was added onto after 1910 when Walter White Buck Sr. purchased the property. Walter White Buck Jr. lived in the house until he donated the property to the state in 1970.
The new headquarters was built at an approximate cost of $4.5 million, with provisions for the original headquarters, now known as Buck House, to have the foundation repaired and general renovations completed. It will house the park interpreter and serve as a museum and visitor center.
Friends Support
Building and maintaining bird and other wildlife viewing areas, including water features.
Purchasing seed and other items to enhance bird and wildlife viewing.
Acquiring equipment needed to make park more enjoyable for visitors and to protect the environment.
Providing volunteer labor when needed, such as helping to clean up after major flood events.
Supporting fund raising events.
Friends on the River
Our park includes two miles on the South Llano River, located in the Texas Hill Country near Junction, Texas. The river's cool, clear water's attract visitors who enjoy swimming, tubing, kayaking, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
Friends with the birds
Bird watching is an immensely popular attraction at the park. The 23.7 miles of hiking trails allow guest to explore the river banks, woodlands, and oxbow lake. Bird Blinds and native areas make for prime bird watching opportunities. The endangered golden-cheeked warblers nest in the backcountry each spring and summer.