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Campsites with Water People per Site: 8 Number of Sites: 14 These sites are in the Vaquero and Longhorn tent camping areas along the banks of San Antonio River. Swimming in the river is not recommended. There is some limited bank fishing access near these campsites.
Picnic table Water Restrooms nearby Fire ring and/or upright grill
$10 / night
Campsites with Water People per Site: 8 Number of Sites: 14 These sites are in the Vaquero and Longhorn tent camping areas along the banks of San Antonio River. Swimming in the river is not recommended. There is some limited bank fishing access near these campsites.
Picnic table Water Restrooms nearby Fire ring and/or upright grill
$10 / night
Angels in Goliad RV Park takes great pride in offering oversized, squeaky clean, secure, full hook up RV sites! We are so excited to show off our sweet little town with all its historical glory. Angels in Goliad RV Park now offers the ability for you to book a site, right here through our website. It's such a great tool! Of course, if you're the old fashioned type, we are happy to take your call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Big Rig Friendly - Big Rig Friendly Sites are designed at a 60-degree angle in order to be truly big rig friendly. All-access roads are paved and professionally engineered to provide proper big rig turning radius.
Level Sites - You never have to worry about getting a level site at Angels In Goliad RV Park. All sites are level, limestone packed.
Natural Setting - We have several mature live oak trees on the property, however, there are treeless sites for those who would prefer full sun or need satellite reception.
Plenty of Room - Lots are oversized – 35' x 85' - to provide plenty of space for slide-outs and outdoor living.
Sense of Community - Our quiet, safe community of friendly people know you have many options for where to stay, and are happy you have chosen to stay in Goliad.
We now offer beautiful park model cabins and campers for weekly and monthly stays! The cabins were all built in 2020 and are absolutely stunning. No expense was spared! The camper units include 2018 models, big and small, and we even have a newly remodeled retro red and white camper that is just cute as a button. At Angels in Goliad RV Park, we have something to fit everyone's needs and budget. Call today to learn more.
About the Park
The towering pecan trees, flowing river, and welcoming pavilion at this 98-acre nature park, owned by the San Antonio River Authority, create an ideal destination for outdoor recreation enthusiasts, nature-lovers, and athletes alike. Whether you bring your family to the park for a reunion under the 5,000 square foot pavilion, tackle the trails on your mountain bike, camp with a club or organization, or meet up with friends for a day of soccer and basketball, you’ll find John William Helton Nature Park to be a true natural treasure. The River Authority Parks Staff proudly maintain the miles of trails, campgrounds, and other amenities.
Helton Park Campground Rules - campsites only available from Friday-Sunday
• Camp only in your designated site. Check in: 3pm; Checkout 11am
• 8 people per site maximum. Only up to 2 vehicles per site.
• 10 mph SPEED LIMIT throughout the Park
• Quiet hours from 10pm to 6am. During daylight hours, please be respectful of other campers by keeping noise/music at a low level
• Please take all your personal belongings back with you and pack out your trash. There is a dumpster available for your camp trash. Please help keep this beautiful park clean!
• Do not carve, chop, cut, nail, or otherwise damage trees or vegetation.
• Campfires are allowed in provided fire rings. If a county burn ban in in effect, fires will be prohibited. Unattended campfires are prohibited. Completely extinguish fire using only water before leaving. Please do not use dirt.
• Please no trash in fire rings including glass, cans, bottles or aluminum foil.
• Pets must be kept on a leash not longer than 6- feet at all times. Please clean up after your pet. Please keep your pets quiet and do not leave pets unattended. Please do not leave your pet’s food out- it could attract wild animals.
• Please keep all food, drinks, and trash in an enclose container or in your vehicle. • Vehicles must remain on roads or parking areas. Please do not block the road.
• Discharging a weapon is prohibited including paintballs, bow & arrow, BB guns and air guns.
• Fireworks and explosives are prohibited.
• The campground is in a low-lying area which may be subject to flooding. Please be mindful of flood risks when at the Park. Should you hear the warning siren go off, please evacuate the campground and meet at the pavilion.
• River Authority does not provide emergency service personnel. In the event of an emergency, call 911 immediately. Camping has many hazards and that there are risks that cannot be eliminated, particularly in a wilderness environment. All guests/visitors assume all risks and danger incidental to the activity of camping in a rustic outdoor environment including but not limited to the danger of being injured or killed by insects or other animals, of being injured while participating in recreational activities at the campground and/or being injured as a result of inclement weather conditions, and agrees that the campground and the River Authority and its Board members, agents and employees are not liable for injuries or property damage resulting from such risks and danger. Further River Authority is not responsible for any theft, loss or damage incurred during my stay.
Entrance into the Park constitutes permission for the River Authority to photograph the visitors while on the premises and to use any resulting pictures or video for any lawful purpose without compensation to the visitor.
I understand that I may be asked to leave the Park, without refund, for failure to follow said rules, policies, and applicable law.
Hiking and Biking
With over three miles of trails, Helton Nature Park is a great place to exercise without having to worry about vehicle traffic. The trails are natural surfaces, so proper footwear is suggested. Bicycles with wide tires, like BMX and mountain bikes, are recommended. Road bikes are discouraged due to rough, natural terrain.
Paddling
Historically, Helton Nature Park was the final takeout point on the SASPAMCO paddling trail. Recently, the paddling trail has been extended and now continues south to Floresville River Park with take-out points at County Road 117 (nine miles downstream of Helton Nature Park) and US 97 (eight miles downstream of County Road 117 and 17 miles from Helton Nature Park). This extension makes Helton Nature Park a perfect picnic lunch destination in the middle of a paddling journey or a nice starting point on a paddling journey to Floresville. SASPAMCO Paddling Trail.
Parties and Events
Some of the newest amenities added to the park are up and away from the river, including a basketball court, playground, restroom, and a 5,000 square foot pavilion. The basketball court and pavilion are available for reservations up to one year in advance.
Discovery Information
Intriguing geologic features, tall shady trees, and peacefully flowing waters make the SASPAMCO Paddling Trail a paddling adventure that is unmatched in the San Antonio area. This trail has a wild feel as it courses a little over 29 miles through parts of Bexar and Wilson Counties, yet it is connected to rural parks to access amenities such as picnic tables, restrooms, and parking. The flow rate can vary, so it is a good idea to check out flow conditions before heading out to the paddling trail. If you time your excursion just right, you might happen upon a community event at John William Helton Nature Park when you conclude your paddling trip.
$10 / night
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The newest Son’s vacation rental property near San Anto, is a little slice of heaven on the gorgeous, spring-fed Rio Cibolo!
WE RENT RIVERFRONT CABINS, GLAMPING CABINS, CABANAS & MORE
Traveler
The sites are large with plenty of room for kiddos to run around. Sites typically have plenty of room to park a boat as well. Each electric site has a picnic table with covering and a fire pit grill. Some sites offer large trees for shade, but overall shade is sparse.
ScoutSpeedand agility are key in Space Waves. Players need to react quickly to every situation to avoid collision and destroy enemies.
Guide
Gravel pads. New hookups.
Legend
Stopped here a second time, 7 years after our first visit. Still a nice spot for exploring The Alamo, San Antonio Missions, Riverwalk, and more. Bus stop right in front to get to main attractions. Several nice bathrooms/shower buildings. Great walking trail for pets
Scout
Close to road, 9 million dogs barking all around, loud music after midnight. Awful.
TravelerThey have lots of people working here and it was well kept. Tons of shade trees, hiking and biking path right along the property. Will definitely stay again
Traveler
Well maintained, clean showers
ScoutGreat well maintained and friendly staff. The only drawback is the traffic noise. Not bad but if you are sensitive to noise be forewarned
Guide
We stayed 5 nights visiting San Antonio. This is a beautiful park outside of the city on the river. 30 minutes to downtown. The owners are awesome people and there is a real pride of ownership shown in the upkeep around the park.
Pool, hot tub, fitness center, laundry, dog park, golf cart rentals, clubhouse, and much more!
ScoutThis is a well maintained camp ground. Employees are out keeping everything in order and staff has been super helpful. Definitely a pleasant stress free stay
GuideThe campsite is really nice, the picnic table is brand new. The bath house is as clean as the ours at the house. The grass was cut short and there is no mud. Plenty of shade nice river with a great trail to it. We love this place.
Traveler
Full hookups for $30. By the Guadeloupe River.
LegendThis is a large KOA with all the amenities and level sites. The heated pool is warm enough for this Minnesota boy to use in January. The patio grille makes serves good burgers.
Legend
Ashley here with The Dyrt. We're so happy to welcome your host, Alexis, to our platform. This property has "Scottish Highland Cows, Kunekune Pigs, barn cats and free range poultry to give you a full experience of small time ranch life." Check them out and leave them some love.
Legend
PROS
Security gate closed at midnight and reopens at 6am
Moveable wooden and metal picnic table
Pedestal BBQ grill
Site 82 level
Trash pickup at each site
One washer & one dryer in toilet/shower facility
Lots of deer roaming the FHU campground
Park WIFI sufficient to live stream TV
CONS
Obvious HOMESTEADERS in FHU loop
No senior discount
Overpriced for a park with gravel roads
Gravel roads throughout park
FHU loop wide open so no privacy
Little shade
LOTS of fire ant hills throughout site
Campsite grass needs mowed
Tiny campfire ring
No toilets/showers in 64-83 Campground so closest is 1/2 mile round trip
Guide
Well we spent 3 nights here and it wasn't what we had hoped. If you have a large or tall rig RV don't even bother. The trees are the main issue. We have an airstream and even it was starting to scrape getting to and from a site.
I couldn't tell you what the money for the campsite was going towards. It wasn't maintenance for the park that's for sure. The roads are especially rough. The trees need trimming. The posts were falling over.
The pads themselves were nice and there were trash cans everywhere which was also nice. It's a place that could be really lovely if some time, energy, and money were going into it.
TravelerSuper nice people and place. Started raining hard as we were checking in (tents), so we waited in the TV room, watched the news and ordered a pizza. Bath houses air conditioned. We were initially assigned T-6, but there was a low, overhead power line and we had a roof top tent. When I went to the office, they were very understanding, and put us in T-1. Very helpful with bus information. We were there to tour the Alamo. I would definitely stay there again.
RangerWe came in here after a long day of travel and we’re able to snag a site without a reservation. It’s a koa, so not much privacy to be expected but there was a decent amount of trees and well kept facilities. Would recommend if you’re looking for a place in town!
ScoutWe have enjoyed our stay. Very hospitable.
ScoutMark is a very kind host extremely thoughtful and helpful. If your looking for a peaceful environment western trails is the place to be. A short trip in any direction to Seguin, New Braunfels, or San Antonio.
ScoutClean well managed campground. Sites are level and stone site with grass. Bus stop just out front that can have you downtown to the Riverwalk and the Alamo in 15-20 minutes for seniors $1.35 round trip or $2.70 regular fare.
Legend
The Jacales loop is quiet and dark, but it's really just camping in a big parking lot with a picnic table, shade pavilion and grill for each site. There are water and electric at all sites, and each site has two large parking spaces.
Bathroom facilities are old and small. Cleanliness was ok, but moldy shower curtains are gross. (Womens and Men's each have one shower and both curtains were moldy.)
The bike trail that runs to town and to the historic locations was great. The park itself is a great place to learn about history, but we wouldn't spend more than a couple of nights in the Jacales loop while checking out the area.
GuideWent to Goliad State Park unsure of what to expect. However, I was pleasantly surprised. My wife and I camped at the Jacales loop with a few friends. We were not expecting much given the close proximity to other sites but it turned out there was plenty of room to go around. The facilities were in good condition and the shower had amazing water pressure. Only downside was there was only one shower in the women’s restroom. Other thank that, everything was great.
TravelerStayed here for one night it was a very nice place and has very friendly hosts. Make sure to learn about the history of the town from them
TravelerOur first time for the season did a Lil camping trip me and all the kids (8) not all mine lol for a little trial run it was a nice cute little campground there's a river real close by we had a table and fire ring no electric but there are sites that have electric we had a really good time here will definitely return its not to far from out town
ScoutNo working showers and the bathrooms were discussing, no picnic tables, the only fire rings were at the shelters and were full of old trash. The park was not maintained
RangerNice KOA on a creek next to the greenbelt, perfect for a beautiful walk. Close enough to downtown for a fun trip to Riverwalk. Very nice staff, dog friendly, clean, level decent size sites with fire pit and picnic tables.
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