RV camping near Shiner, Texas provides convenient stopping points for travelers along Interstate 10 with access to local Czech and German cultural attractions. The region features multiple camping options within 40 miles of Shiner, with seasonal visitation peaks occurring between October and March. Most campgrounds in the area accommodate larger rigs with varying degrees of shade and site spacing.
What to do
Visit historic churches: The Schulenburg area features several historic painted churches worth exploring. "We stayed here for a couple of nights while touring the nearby Shiner brewery and the historic old churches in the area," writes one visitor at Schulenburg RV Park.
Tour Shiner Brewery: Located just minutes from most area campgrounds, the brewery tours are popular with campers. "This is a really good travel stop and we will likely stay here again when we're passing through the area," notes a Schulenburg RV Park guest who visited the brewery.
Explore local German and Czech heritage: The region offers cultural attractions including the Polka Hall of Fame. "A small German and Czech community there are so many places to visit including Polka Hall of Fame and a cute downtown corridor with numerous shops and points of interest," reports a camper who stayed at Schulenburg.
Fish in the Colorado River: Waterfront camping options provide fishing access. "Right on the Colorado river plus two ponds to fish in. Lots of places to walk or ride your bikes," shares a camper at Thousand Trails Colorado River.
What campers like
Clean bathroom facilities: Many campgrounds maintain well-kept shower houses. "Clean restrooms and competent staff," notes a camper at Thousand Trails Colorado River. Another visitor at Whispering Oaks RV Park mentions "Bathroom and shower facilities are very clean."
Wildlife viewing: Deer sightings are common at several parks. "Lots of wildlife and plants. When they talk about deer being everywhere, they ain't kidding," writes a visitor about Colorado River campground. Another camper adds, "Very quiet. Trails to walk and lots of deer."
Walking paths and outdoor amenities: Several parks feature trails and recreational facilities. At Whispering Oaks RV Park, campers enjoy "a manicured walking path among the oaks behind the property, and a nice garden with chickens and guinea fowl for entertainment." The property also includes "a playground, a dog park, and an activity center."
Proximity to dining options: Some campgrounds offer walkable access to local restaurants. Schulenburg RV Park "is within walking distance to downtown, which offers a few pretty good restaurants. It is also walking distance to Whataburger and a couple of other restaurants," according to a guest review.
What you should know
Cell service quality: Coverage varies by carrier with some parks offering Wi-Fi. "AT&T reception is LTE and varies by location and time. I had 1 bar to 4 bars at the same spot throughout the day," notes a camper at Colorado River campground. At Hub City RV Park, a visitor reports "ATT Wi-Fi was 4 bars and our phones were each 3 bars and no issues with any of the services."
Site leveling challenges: Some parks require adjustments for RVs. At Flatonia RV Ranch, sites are "not perfectly level, but we wiggled the trailer around a bit in the spot until we got close," according to a camper.
Long-term vs. short-term spaces: Many parks have a mix of permanent and temporary residents. "The sites are small, and there are many full timers in the park, but there are several sites available for short term travelers," a visitor mentions about one area park. At Hub City RV Park, "there are seasonal/annuals in the park I would say about 25% of 30amp service."
Road noise considerations: Interstate proximity means some traffic sound at certain campgrounds. "Road noise from highway, but not a negative for us," notes a Flatonia RV Ranch visitor. Another camper at Schulenburg RV Park writes, "It is right off the interstate, but we really weren't bothered by highway noise."
Tips for camping with families
Look for parks with playground access: Several campgrounds feature play areas for children. "We brought our 7 year old daughter and she really enjoyed playing at the playground. Our site was conveniently located in front of the playground and next to the shower/bathroom/laundry facility," says a camper at San Marcos River Resort.
Consider water recreation options: Riverside campgrounds offer additional activities. "One of our favorite things to do was walk along the river and explore the trails," mentions a San Marcos River Resort visitor. Colorado River campground offers "two ponds to fish in" along with river access.
Check for seasonal activities: Some parks offer special weekend events. At Iron Horse RV Resort, "Saturday night (for the Labor Day weekend) they brought in a band - they were wonderful," according to a camper.
Scout bathroom locations: Family-friendly parks typically have accessible facilities. Whispering Oaks RV Park features "private restrooms which have their own showers instead of a combined shower and restroom common house combo like many. This made for a nice experience which more closely resembled getting ready at home."
Tips from RVers
Plan for tight navigation in some areas: Park layouts vary in maneuverability. "The roads are very rough, but that keeps the speeders under control," notes a San Marcos River Resort visitor. At Schulenburg RV Park, "It was tight to get down the roads leading to our spot but navigational if you went slow."
Arrive early for better site selection: First-come options may be available. Hub City RV Park operates on a "park and hook up and then pay system. After setting up go to the front of the bathhouse and leave a check or cash into a box."
Consider longer stays for discounts: Some parks offer reduced rates. "We paid $13 a night with senior discount, regular price is $15," mentions a Hub City RV Park visitor.
Watch for electrical quality issues: Some parks experience power fluctuations. One campground visitor reported, "We did see a fluctuation in the electrical power. We had a fan setup in the living room and would change speeds all by itself from almost nothing running to running full speed."
