RV camping near New Braunfels attracts visitors to the convergence of the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers in central Texas. The area sits at approximately 630 feet above sea level with summer temperatures regularly exceeding 90°F from June through September. Winter lows rarely drop below freezing, making this location suitable for year-round camping with peak season occurring during summer months when water activities are most popular.
What to do
River tubing access points: Rio Guadalupe Resort & RV Park provides direct river access with about a quarter-mile of riverfront. "Great park. Easy pull through sites with very nice grounds. Swimming pool and 1/4 mile river access. Shallow river area for all ages," notes Patrick H.
Explore local towns: Mission City RV Park serves as a convenient base for exploring San Antonio. "Located on the Eastern side of San Antonio, the park is located only a short 10 minute drive away from the famous Riverwalk or popular restaurants and breweries at the historic pearl," according to Carlyne F.
Outdoor recreation options: River Valley Resort offers multiple water activities beyond just river access. "The best part was the river access. It was beautiful! The river access is overlooking a canyon wall, with ducks and deer roaming and a huge yard of grass all the way down to the waters edge. White lights illuminate it at night. The water was slow moving so we paddle boarded upstream about a mile," shares Becky B.
What campers like
Heated pool amenities: Travelers World RV Resort provides year-round swimming options. "It is almost exactly what you'd expect and want. A pricey place to stay, but very close to downtown San Antonio with all the amenities and services you would expect to find and a high end RV resort. Laundry, a dog park, free WiFi, large paved roads and well spaced sites. Showers were in great shape and staff were incredibly friendly," reports Jessica C.
Kid-friendly facilities: Summit Vacation Resort offers multiple recreational options for families. "We've stayed here 3 times now and each experience has been amazing! It's quiet, lots of things for the kids to do like swimming, miniature golf, basketball, tennis, etc. The views are really pretty since the RV park is down in a valley. Sites are relatively level & gravel," explains Eli D.
Peaceful river views: Many campers appreciate quiet spots along the river at off-peak times. "We love this place! One great part is that the pads alternate directions, so you can camp with your friends (or with new friends) instead of with their sewer connections. They also have rules about flags so you really can get away from the pace of the world. Between the trees and the small fall crowd, it was soooo quiet," shares Simon N. about Rio Guadalupe Resort.
What you should know
Seasonal considerations: Summer brings crowds to New Braunfels rv campgrounds while fall offers quieter experiences. "We enjoyed the amenities and the quiet gentle vibes of the RV park. Perks include: pool tables, pickle ball, hot tub, pool and tennis courts!" notes Katie D. at Travelers World RV Resort.
Security variations: River Shade RV Park offers a quiet setting, but like many campgrounds in the area has varied security features. "The park is small and there are quite a few full timers here, but it is well kept and quiet. We had a site very close to the river (2nd row) which offered a great view. There is access to the river for boating or swimming," reports Debbie J.
Transportation options: Some parks offer transportation to popular attractions. "Taking the bus to the Riverwalk area and Alamo made our experience even better because we didn't have to find parking or look for directions," explains Kathy I. about Mission City RV Park.
Tips for camping with families
Splash pads for younger children: Several parks offer water features beyond pools. "We stayed here in the middle of June in site 20 & 21. It was hooooot but the pool was nice, and the river was cold. It was hard to tote all of our stuff down the to the river and back up when we were done," shares Angela R. about her Summit Vacation Resort experience.
Plan river trips carefully: When taking children to river access points, consider what you'll need to carry. "You must hike down to river but soo worth it when u make it down. Overall if u can get past random eye sores and no walk in river access this will do fine for a weekend getaway," advises kelly T.
Pet policies vary significantly: Landa RV Park welcomes pets while other parks have restrictions. "We were going to stay at the KOA across the street but they wouldn't allow our dog. No dog breed restrictions for this park," mentions Kathy H. about Mission City RV Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection matters: At Austin Lone Star RV Community, site placement affects noise levels. "This RV park is in an ideal location for exploring Austin. It's located along the freeway, so there is some road noise. However, at night it was pretty quiet. There are full-timers but also plenty of travelers passing through," explains Marnie G.
Water pressure variations: Bring regulators for some parks. "Clean grounds, clean bathroom/shower. Friendly, helpful staff. High water pressure; you'll need a pressure regulator. They sell them at the office!" advises Diane at Travelers World RV Resort.
Spacing considerations: Site layouts differ significantly between rv campgrounds near New Braunfels. "Right off the highway, safe (gated entry), well kept, pretty. The spots are gravel (a little unlevel due to the slight hills) but perfectly spaced with full hook up," notes Joana A. about Austin Lone Star RV Community.
