Open-Air Pavilion
Seating up to 96 people, the upper level of the centrally located pavilion includes a large gathering space for dining and programs, a commercial kitchen, restrooms, and offices. Large openings and fans cool the pavilion during the summer months, while sliding wall panels, a fireplace and a wood-burning stove allow for use of the facility during cooler weather. The ground level includes an inclement weather room and rainwater storage tanks.
Sleeping Shelters
Eleven screened shelters, carefully sited and shaded by a canopy of oaks and juniper, provide protection from insects and the elements. These shelters are cooler and more durable than tents, open to the breezes, the dawn chorus of birds and the calls of tree frogs and owls at night. Moveable panels can be closed during storms or cooler weather for added protection. With four different designs, shelters sleep 74 people on cots and are furnished simply with storage units for guests' gear.
The Abiding Campaign for the Campsite at Shield Ranch is a comprehensive campaign that includes funds for the construction of innovative and sustainable facilities, programming for all ages, and a facility maintenance endowment. The Shield-Ayres family has an abiding love for Shield Ranch and a vision for its future. Thanks to the many generous donors who have already supported this project. If you are inspired to help complete the campaign your donation of any value is appreciated.
See the current supporters list for the Abiding Campaign.
If you are interested in making a pledge over two to three years, please contact andreamellard@shieldranch.com or call 512.476.4816.
Design and Delivery Team
Architect:
Andersson / Wise
Landscape Architect:
Ten Eyck Landscape Architects
General Contractor:
Hill & Wilkinson
Project Manager:
Benz Resource Group
Landscape Sustainability & SITES Consultant:
Regenerative Environmental Design
Signage and Wayfinding Consultant:
Asterisk*
All firms are local to Austin.
Directions to 10417 Crumley Ranch Road, Austin, TX
From Dripping Springs
Take RR 12 north and drive approximately 4.6 miles. Turn right at Fitzhugh Road and go 1.8 miles. Turn left on Crumley Ranch Road. Drive 1.1 miles to the Shield Ranch west entrance on the right. Once inside the gate, follow the main paved road about 1 mile until you see the entrance to the Campsite parking lot on your left.
From Austin
Drive to Bee Cave via Bee Caves Rd., Southwest Parkway or US 71. From Bee Cave, take US 71 north past RM 620. Turn left at the next traffic light at RR 3238 (Hamilton Pool Road). Drive 3.7 miles to Crumley Ranch Road. Turn left and go 2.1 miles to the Shield Ranch west entrance on the left. Once inside the gate, follow the main paved road about 1 mile until you see the entrance to the Campsite parking lot on your left.