Discover why our long term camping resort in Texas in perfect for travel workers, homeschooling families, snowbirds, & more!

The gift of experiences is always unique and never gets old - especially when gifting a trip to the best family campground in Texas!

Let us help you find the perfect gifts and plan ahead for an unforgettable 2025 adventure in the great outdoors!

There's nothing quite like Texas snowbird camping at San Marcos River Resort.

There's nothing quite like holiday camping at San Marcos River Resort - learn more about everything we have to offer this holiday season!

Finding the perfect monthly campground in Texas can be time-consuming and stressful. With these tips, you'll feel confident about your long term camping decision!

Looking for some easy camping crockpot meals to prepare for your upcoming trip? We've rounded up 12 of the most delicious & easiest recipes!

Enjoy amazing benefits when you become a part of the Winter Texan Community at San Marcos River Resort.

This fall season, choose one of the best cabin rentals in Texas at San Marcos River Resort!

Behold the ultimate guide to camping with your pet. Choose from a variety of pet-friendly RV sites when you stay at San Marcos River Resort!

Discover why our San Marcos River camping resort is the perfect destination for your next family getaway in San Marcos!

Our Deluxe Country Cottages are one of the best San Marcos River cabin rental options and offer plenty of amenities.

Explore local restaurants, attractions, and family-friendly activities when you reference these top 10 things to do near San Marcos, TX.

Basic camping etiquette includes respecting quiet hours, no outside firewood, following speed limits, and more.

Discover the best glamping rentals and luxury cabins in San Marcos, TX — your gateway to comfort, style, and adventure!

Group camping is an awesome way to connect and make memories! Here are some tips and tricks to make that experience unforgettable.

Cabin camping is an excellent way to blend the comforts of home with the excitement of camping. Check out our checklist to find what to pack for cabin camping at our camping resort!

Don’t let the rain dampen your spirits! Instead, choose some of these fun activities to keep you busy during a rainy day at San Marcos River Resort on the San Marcos River.

With spacious RV and tent sites, luxury cabin rentals, and on-site attractions — see why San Marcos River Resort on the San Marcos River is the best family campground in Texas!

Whether it’s your first time camping at San Marcos River Resort on the San Marcos River or your first time camping in general, there are many things you should know to help you prepare for your upcoming camping trip.

Winter in Texas doesn’t have to be cold and dreary. From the tranquility of coastal towns to the dynamic landscapes of national parks and the beauty of the Hill Country, there are plenty of destinations to explore.

Living your life on the open road can be very rewarding. However, understanding and managing your full-time RV expenses can make this lifestyle sustainable in the long run.

Are you ready to hit the road with confidence, knowing that your beloved home on wheels is in tip-top shape? Maintaining your RV is essential for a safe and enjoyable travel experience. We’ll dive into some of the best RV maintenance tips to keep your rig running smoothly. Buckle up, and let’s get started!

If you’re looking for the latest scoop on RVing, you’ve come to the right place! Here are some of the most recent stats, trends, and facts about the RV lifestyle.

Experience the magic of San Marcos River Resort on the San Marcos River. From the spooky delights of our Halloween Festival to the festive cheer of our Christmas celebration and the fiery competition of our Chili Cook-off, every event is a unique adventure. Our comfortable accommodations and riverside activities provide the perfect backdrop for unforgettable memories.

Whether you are a seasoned camper or more of a newbie, sometimes you need a gentle nudge to really get a good conversation going with your camping buddies. So stoke that fire, gather ‘round, and start with these fun questions to get things going. You never know where the conversation will go!

Teenagers bring an entirely unique perspective and set of skills to any RV trip, which makes the adventure that much more exciting for all involved. Use these ways to help them get the most of RV traveling.

Fishing can be a rewarding hobby without breaking the bank, provided certain considerations are kept in mind from the beginning. Here are a few points to consider before jumping in and beginning this exciting sport!

Looking for places to take the kids for a day away from the campground? From adrenaline-pumping zipline tours to educational and entertaining museum activities, there are a wide variety of opportunities for family bonding near Fentress, Texas.

Whatever your reason to escape the city, we have something special just for you. Situated in small town Fentress, TX, along the San Marcos River, we invite you to explore our specials and packages and find the perfect fit for your next vacation near Austin.

Looking for an escape from Houston or San Antonio for a Texas vacation? San Marcos River Resort in Fentress provides a peaceful retreat on the San Marcos River, perfect for river tubing, picnicking, fishing, quality family time, and onsite activities.

At just 23 miles north, San Marcos River Resort is the perfect home base for your time on the Guadalupe River, whether it is adventure or relaxation you seek.

Whether you’re looking for a romantic RV getaway or just a fun day trip, Hill Country Texas has everything. Head to these picturesque towns south and west of Austin during this Spring time to see the blooms in their full glory.

Spring camping in Texas offers a multitude of benefits for campers of all ages and interests. From the mild temperatures to the diverse scenery, camping in Texas during the spring provides an outdoor experience unlike any other. The mild temperatures are perfect for outdoor recreation, such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking.

If you are fuzzy about exactly when you last packed up and headed out for a camping trip, read on. When it comes to camping, if you feel like you’re having FOMO, you should! Camping is one of the best ways to relax and fully enjoy the outdoors. More Americans now own RVs, and the RV rental industry has skyrocketed in recent years. This translates to hundreds of millions of campers every year. But whatever your preferred method of camping, these are some signs you need to get out visit a campground again.

Taking your dog on camping trips can be one of the best things in life. But if you’ve never done it before, you might be wondering about how to keep your furry pal safe and comfortable on the road and in the campground.

Whether you consider yourself a light fan of good barbeque or are an all-out BBQ aficionado, a road trip to Lockhart, Texas is an uncontested barbecue rite of passage. There are four necessary stops to make on this BBQ pilgrimage, which will give you a full day’s itinerary of BBQ goodness. Don’t bother to eat breakfast, because you’ll want to come hungry. Very hungry. Arrive with your appetite, a few good friends, and prepare for an amazing culinary BBQ journey.

If there was such a thing as a universal camping bible, one chapter would have to be camping with friends. Camping with your “chosen family” is different that solo camping or with your blood family. That said, you’ll want to leave the trip with the same great relationship with your besties and buddies that you had going in. After all, anytime you add another human to your vacation time, things get complicated. Namely planning and compromise!

Remember that very first night under the stars on your maiden camping trip? Perhaps the reason it was so memorable is that it didn’t go the smoothest. No matter how much you plan ahead of time or read up on what to do during a camping trip, something inevitably goes wrong. But doesn’t that just make you that much wiser for the next trip?

During the heady days of summer, keeping cool in your RV can sometimes be a challenge, even with the AC on full blast. But don’t let high temps keep you from checking items off your RV summer road trip bucket list.

Treehouses bring about visions of a fun childhood. But have you been in one as an adult? Lodging in a treehouse has been a trend for years and it’s only gaining in popularity when people discover just how cool it is to spend the night above ground in nature.

In June of 2021, over 31 million people visited one of the many national parks in America just in that month alone. That’s a lot, don’t ya think? You may have heard over the past couple of years that park attendance has been increasing, and that trend shows no signs of stopping this year and into the future.

The RV life is a wonderful one, where many adventures await. You can explore new landscapes, new states, enjoy magnificent views and the freedom of life on the road. If you are new to RVing, you will want to learn all you can, especially from others who have been around the block, the tips and tricks to have a successful experience.

Living in an RV affords one the freedom of travel while still enjoying the comforts of home.
But the bottom line is that making the choice to live full-time in your RV should not come lightly. It is a definitely lifestyle choice. Whether you are thinking about making the transition or have already done so and need a little reassuring, these reasons might inspire you.

Here in Texas, fishing is not just for the spring and summer. Our mild temperatures mean any time of year is good for landing your next great catch. Whether you are a novice angler or a seasoned pro, we’ve rounded up the best spots to fish all around the Fentress area.

Whether you’re living the full-time RV lifestyle or are more of a weekend warrior, organizing your small RV space makes living easier. By keeping everything in order you will help take a ton of stress out of your daily life and have a more enjoyable RV living experience.

Fields peppered with bright orange pumpkins, sweet crispy apples, the aroma of cinnamon wafting in the air…it’s that time of year again. We love to celebrate fall all over Texas and San Marcos River Resort’s surrounding communities are no different. So bust out your finest flannel and see what the area’s got cooking for the start of the holiday season.

The best way to experience the sheer volume of natural beauty in this area of Texas is by way of foot power! Hiking provides the slower pace (not to mention, exercise) that a road trip doesn’t quite satisfy. It’s also a great activity for the entire family. We’ve gathered ‘round the best Lone Star hiking trails in the area.

Each year when the weather starts to cool, there is a migration wave of RVers from colder regions up north to warmer climates. Affectionately called Snowbirds, these RVers are often retirees, but now with remote working becoming commonplace, anyone can live the RV lifestyle and head for warmer environs when their main home gets too chilly.

What’s camping without a campfire, and what’s a campfire without s’mores? While nothing beats that just-right combination of graham crackers, chocolate, and roasted marshmallow, sometimes it’s just plain fun to mix things up and try something new, like these mind-blowing alternatives to traditional campfire s’mores.

When it comes to a good RV camping recipe, you want something easy to pack, quick to cook, and not too hard to clean up. Pancakes are perfect camping food. They generally only require one bowl and a pan to cook (less if you use the camp cooking hack mentioned later). Instead of milk, this beer pancake recipe requires a cold one.