Thread: San Antonio CG?
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Old 01-27-2012, 04:16 AM   #5
Waynem
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Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Texas City
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If you just "need" to be close to DT SA, then x2 on Braunig and it is a full Passport America CG. Try to get a site in the premium area. At PPA rates it is about $25 a night. The regular sites are a little cheaper, but some can be very close together. It is a reasonable place to stay.

Now, if you are into sightseeing you need to get out of town a few miles more. New Braunfels, TX is just up the road, AND it is closer to Camping World. DW will also like it because it is very close to the Outlet Mall that is very, very, very big. From New Braunfels are scenic drives in and around Hill Country. It is about a 30-40 minute ride into San Antonio, then if you decide to go to the Capital of Texas and the Capital Building (Taller than the White House - everything is bigger in Texas) it is about a 50 minute drive North. Canyon Lake and Canyon Lake Dam are about 20-30 minutes away. After visiting Canyon Lake, take a ride down River Road, which has CG's also but one must know whether to come in from the South or the North if pulling as there are some turns one direction or the other. But it is doable if you want to stay on River Road, or even on Hwy 306 towards Canyon Lake. I have had a 1 Ton Long bed Dually all over the areas. Natural Bridge Cavern is a nice visit, along with the adjacent Wild Life Park.

There are many CG's in and around Hill Country, just look at the Camp Ground Reviews for the town(s) listed.

One place for sure in New Braunfels, is Hill Country RV. We just spent 2 weeks there over the Christmas/New Years hollidays and we enjoyed the CG, staff, and amenities. (Great laundry room). There is also a PFJ 1 mile or so when departing, so fuel up will be easy.

If you have any specific questions, give a holler.

p.s., When visiting SA, don't forget the Alamo, which is one of the original "missions," and then ride the Mission Trail. There are 5-6 missions that are a short driving distance, and most of them are operating churches. Great sightseeing.
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