Best Camping Near Universal City, TX

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Best Camping Sites Near Universal City, TX (177)

    Camper-submitted photo from San Antonio KOA
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    1. San Antonio KOA

    31 Reviews
    95 Photos
    117 Saves
    Windcrest, Texas

    Join KOA's 2015 Campground of the Year for the finest camping in South Texas! Whether you are bringing an RV, staying in one of our campground's deluxe cabins or tent camping, we have everything you need to make this a fabulous vacation. If you are looking for the best camping near San Antonio, come to the San Antonio / Alamo KOA. This Kampgrounds of America location offers convenient access to local attractions, many ways to stay and plenty to do while you are here. Whether you love shopping, visiting local museums or enjoying a day at an amusement park, you can find your perfect vacation in San Antonio.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $33 - $65 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
    Camper-submitted photo from Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds
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    2. Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds

    41 Reviews
    109 Photos
    347 Saves
    Spring Branch, Texas

    Guadalupe River RV Park is located just three miles West of US Hwy 281 or just 7 miles North of Texas Hwy 46 (24.5 miles Northwest of New Braunfels Texas) on Spring Branch Road on the crown jewel of the Hill Country, the beautiful Guadalupe River. Welcome to the Beautiful Texas Hill Country. We have created a family oriented RV park and campgrounds that we hope to further develop to become a resort that you will want to return to year after year. Within the park there is seven-tenths of a mile of Guadalupe River frontage. One man made access point that is a stone stairway down to the river. All other access points are natural. The Texas-sized RV spaces are some of the largest in the industry with 97' pull-thus that are 39 feet wide totaling over 3,500 square feet of space! There are also some smaller RV sites for the more compact units. Spacious tile restrooms and showers are located within close proximity to the tent camping area and the RV sites. Long and short term guests are welcome, and whether you are on your own or have a large group, we welcome all with fun and friendly service.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $8 - $60 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Travelers World RV Resort
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    3. Travelers World RV Resort

    21 Reviews
    84 Photos
    88 Saves
    San Antonio, Texas

    Vacation in the heart of San Antonio -- Travelers World is just three miles from the world-famous Alamo and Mission City’s historic River Walk. Our 165 full-hookup sites feature private picnic tables plus complimentary cable TV and Internet for daily/weekly guests. Our One bedroom park models are fully furnished, with a queen bed in the master, and full size sofa sleeper in living room. Private bathroom has stand up shower/tub combo. Kitchen features full sized appliances - including microwave, coffee maker, and toaster. All linens are included. Come take a dip in our heated swimming pool or relax the day away in our hot tub. When our guests are in the mood to play, they spend time in our game room, while the kids have fun on our playground. In season, we pack our social calendar with activities, including potlucks, dances, exercise classes, game nights, happy hours, group outings, card games and more. Plus, make sure to bring along your furry friends so they can play in our fenced dog park. To make your stay convenient and comfortable, Travelers World has an on-site dumping station, two bathhouses and a large laundry facility. As an added convenience, our store sells ice, RV supplies, candy, soda, souvenirs and personal items. For rally planners, our clubhouse accommodates up to 100 people and our office has a computer station and exercise facilities.

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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
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    4. Cranes Mill Park

    22 Reviews
    41 Photos
    214 Saves
    Canyon Lake, Texas

    Overview

    Cranes Mill Park is located on a long peninsula on the southwestern shore of Canyon Lake in Texas Hill Country, halfway between Austin and San Antonio. Dramatic sunrises to the east of the park across Canyon Lake and sunsets on the western side of the park behind the Guadalupe River make this an unforgettable location.

    Recreation

    Cranes Mill Park offers a ramp for boating and two fishing piers. The Canyon Lake area has many options for recreation including: helicopter tours, boating, kayaking, canoeing, jet-skiing, dining, hiking, biking, fishing, camping, waterskiing, parasailing, horseback riding, guided gorge tours , river tubing, and much more. Anglers are welcome to try their hand at trout fishing in the Guadalupe River between the dam and New Braunfels.

    Natural Features

    The Guadalupe River flows into Canyon Lake on the west side of Cranes Mill Park creating tranquil, warm summer evenings as the sun rests across the horizon. The peninsula is home to wildlife including deer, squirrel, fox, armadillo, raccoon, Cardinals, dove, Mockingbirds, finch and swallow.

    Nearby Attractions

    Some of the local attractions include: Historic Downtown Gruene Texas, Natural Bridge Caverns, Wonder World in San Marcos, Comal River, Guadalupe River, San Marcos River, Lake Dunlap, Lake McQueeny, historic downtown New Braunfels, San Antonio River Walk, Six Flags, Sea World and many others.

    Charges & Cancellations

    The reservation system has the right to charge fees for cancellation of a reservation, or for changes to a reservation. Changes include shortening a stay, extending a stay, or site transfers.

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    • Phone Service
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    • RVs

    $35 / night

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    Camper-submitted photo from Mission City RV Park
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    5. Mission City RV Park

    11 Reviews
    34 Photos
    18 Saves
    Windcrest, Texas
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Camp Huaco Springs
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    6. Camp Huaco Springs

    12 Reviews
    33 Photos
    212 Saves
    New Braunfels, Texas
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    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs

    $40 - $50 / night

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    7. Fort Sam Houston Army RV

    8 Reviews
    16 Photos
    23 Saves
    Windcrest, Texas
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    8. Lazy L & L Campground

    10 Reviews
    12 Photos
    226 Saves
    Abiquiu Lake, New Mexico
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    • ADA Access
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    Camper-submitted photo from Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort: Hill Country
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    9. Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort: Hill Country

    11 Reviews
    70 Photos
    79 Saves
    Abiquiu Lake, New Mexico

    Located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park™ Camp-Resort Hill Country is the perfect place for families to have the vacation of a lifetime. Whether you’re looking to kick back and relax, or spend the day busy with fun activities, our camp-resort is an ideal location. Spend the day splashing in the Water Zone, jumping on the jump pad, heading over to the nearby Guadalupe River, or Canyon Lake, and so much more. No matter your age, camping with us is bound to be a blast. Come experience everything our park has to offer while making memories with your friends and family!

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from KL Ranch Camp Cliffside
    Camper-submitted photo from KL Ranch Camp Cliffside
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    10. KL Ranch Camp Cliffside

    9 Reviews
    24 Photos
    180 Saves
    New Braunfels, Texas

    Welcome to KL Ranch Cliffside Campgrounds and River Outfitters located on River Road in New Braunfels, TX along the banks of the Guadalupe River! We have been family owned and operated for over 50 years and through three generations. We take pride in our excellent customer service and well maintained campground. At KL Ranch Cliffside you will enjoy an outdoor experience like no other. Here you can camp, tube, canoe, kayak, fish, picnic, or just enjoy an afternoon at the river! We also have a camp store on site that is sure to have anything you may need. KL Ranch Cliffside offers camping to suit the needs of a beginner or a veteran camper! We can accommodate RV's, tents, campers, or just a sleeping bag under the stars. Whether you want to stay a day or a week, KL Ranch Cliffside is the perfect place to get away from the worries of everyday life and relax at the river. No trip to River Road is complete without a float down the Guadalupe River, check out our tube rental for more information. The campground at KL Ranch Cliffside is also perfect for special events! Give us a call when planning your next company picnic, family reunion, or party.

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Pet-friendly camping near Universal City

Recent Reviews in Universal City

592 Reviews of 177 Universal City Campgrounds


  • Douglas M.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Mission City RV Park
    Nov. 20, 2024

    Mission City RV Park

    Great palace to stop.

    Desk people are very friendly and even checked their Uber app to check how much the trip to a restaurant would cost. Heated pool. Showers are large and spacious. DVD, book, and cd library. Gated Rv park. The front-end shop had everything we wanted.

  • WThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Blanco State Park Campground
    Oct. 9, 2024

    Blanco State Park Campground

    Nice place, arrive early for instructions

    Beautiful location and facilities. It was difficult for late arrival to see and erroneously enter private cow pastures. Because we arrived late, we had no instructions on locked shower room. Get instructions be c or arrival. Quiet and relaxing. Worth it to spend more time hear.

  • Kimi N.
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    Oct. 6, 2024

    Dome Haus Glamping

    adoptle

    This animal-themed guessing game invites players to uncover the identity of an animal hidden behind an image using hints and feedback. Each guess brings players closer to the solution. As they progress, adoptle offers new daily puzzles to keep gameplay engaging and fun. The game provides a wonderful combination of learning and entertainment, perfect for those who love animals or enjoy solving puzzles. With each daily challenge, players sharpen their reasoning skills and gain interesting insights into various animal species.

  • Heather O.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 19, 2024

    Canopy Luxury RV Resort

    Luxury RV Park worth the price.

    Honestly, the price wasn't too bad. Gated community with concierge service to your site. Most sites had some degree of shade and a decent amount of privacy. The pool and shower facilities are very nice and clean. The 2 dog parks (split into 2 sections each for small and large...so 4 dog parks) really helped keep our dogs entertained. Great rotation of food trucks and activities for kids. 100% recommended for a RV Resort stay.

  • Heather O.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 19, 2024

    Pecan RV Park

    Hidden riverside gem

    This is an older park, but the river access makes up for the outdated but clean facilities. Our side of the park was along the river and had great shade. The other side had no trees and seemed to be more full-time folks. Facilities are a little dated but clean. There are tons of full-time folks, and I can see why. The river is right there. Great river access and space to sit and watch the tubers go by. Very few bells and whistles. Some folks said it was much more community oriented before the new managers took over. They used to do movies and food trucks, and things just looked better. But it was nice. It was expensive for what it was, but again... the river access made it great.

  • Heather O.The Dyrt PRO User
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    Sep. 18, 2024

    Longhorn RV Resort

    Great spot close to Austin and Lockhart

    This was our very 1st RV park. It set the tone for all our spots moving forward. Clean bathrooms, clean pool/hot tub, clean laundry, well stocked store, gated community, great walking trail around a big lake and near big long horn cows. Met some big white neighbor dogs on the trail, but they kept their distance. Seems like the middle of nowhere, but it's really close to Austin, lockhart, Circuit of the America's. We stayed a week. Will stay again.

  • Bradley H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Buda Place RV Resort
    Aug. 28, 2024

    Buda Place RV Resort

    Amazing Stay!

    Stopped here for a night driving cross country. I was blown away by the cleanliness of the park. The bathrooms and showers feel like you are in a hotel, not a campground, and all of the amenities are well cared for.

    The price was well worth it for this very quiet and maintained area.

  • Thomas F.
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    Aug. 21, 2024

    Alamo Fiesta RV Resort

    Good!

    We had an amazing stay at Alamo Fiesta RV Resort! The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The facilities were clean and well-maintained, Retro Bowl College with everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

  • James T.
    Camper-submitted photo from B2 Hideaway
    Jun. 26, 2024

    B2 Hideaway

    Best RV Park in Canyon lake

    I would recommend this park to anyone looking for a quiet place to relax with mother nature by your side. The manager is great and very nice. As long as you follow their rules he will stay off your back. Would recommend this place to anyone. Also has hammock park also which is sweet

  • James T.
    Camper-submitted photo from B2 Hideaway
    Jun. 24, 2024

    B2 Hideaway

    Great Place Best Manager

    This place is great spacious park and great manager he is very friend but yes there are rules like any other park 

    But we love staying here an would recommend it . It has beautiful blooming trees and is pure happiness everyday living here ❤️

  • dThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from RV Park USA
    Jun. 7, 2024

    RV Park USA

    Very Nice and Friendly place

    Very clean campsite with other permanent RV live in. Dianne was very friendly and was very helpful In getting me check in after hours. Great place I recommend staying here.

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    Camper-submitted photo from B2 Hideaway
    Jun. 4, 2024

    B2 Hideaway

    Amazing skyline

    This is boondocking. The camp host is an amazing guy. Super friendy and very informative about the local area. The local general store has almost everything you need, including fresh water at 10¢ a gallon. geometry dash The skyline is spectacular at any time of day but the night sky was breathtaking! 5⭐

  • Arthur H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Boulderdash Cabin & RV Park
    May. 27, 2024

    Boulderdash Cabin & RV Park

    Great hidden gem

    Stayed in my RV over Memorial weekend. Small rv campground, so book early. Overlooks and has access to Medina river. The owners are extremely kind and helpful, even providing corn to feed the deer.
    But don't tell anyone, let's leave this our little secret.


Drive Time


Guide to Universal City

Camping near Universal City, Texas, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly spot or a peaceful retreat, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Hiking: Enjoy the scenic trails at Pedernales Falls State Park Campground. One camper shared, "We hiked 2 miles down Wolf Mountain Loop... the falls had a short but somewhat taxing hike, since coming out was steep uphill, but it was a beautiful sight!"
  • Swimming: Head to McKinney Falls State Park Campground for a refreshing dip. A visitor noted, "The swimming area was absolutely gorgeous, but the water was very cold... I just waded around a bit."
  • Fishing: Try your luck at Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds. One reviewer mentioned, "Fishing was also decent off the shore," making it a great spot for anglers.

What campers like:

  • Clean facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. A visitor at McKinney Falls State Park Campground said, "All the park rangers were super friendly and helpful. Well maintained campsites clearly marked with restroom and hot showers close by."
  • Spacious sites: Many campers enjoy the roomy campsites at Cranes Mill Park. One happy camper stated, "I passed off about 75 feet between sites. Most have views of the lake."
  • Wildlife: Campers love spotting local wildlife. At Kerrville-Schreiner Park, a reviewer mentioned, "Had deer through our site every day."

What you should know:

  • No alcohol allowed: If you're planning to enjoy a drink, keep in mind that some parks, like Palmetto State Park Campground, do not permit alcohol.
  • Limited amenities: Some campgrounds, such as Guadalupe River RV Park and Campgrounds, may not have a market or store nearby. A camper noted, "It is just needing to be cleaned up with some of the older units that are parked all year round there."
  • Cell service can be spotty: At Kerrville-Schreiner Park, one visitor mentioned, "Note that cell service was quite weak to nonexistent (Verizon and T-Mobile) unless you were out hiking."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Choose family-friendly parks: Look for campgrounds like San Antonio KOA, which has great amenities. A reviewer said, "They have lots of people working here and it was well kept. Tons of shade trees, hiking and biking path right along the property."
  • Plan activities: Make sure to have a list of activities. One family at McKinney Falls State Park Campground enjoyed hiking and swimming, saying, "Overall it was a fantastic experience!"
  • Pack snacks and drinks: Keep everyone happy with snacks on hand. A camper at Blanco State Park Campground mentioned, "The best part of the park is the Blanco River that flows over a dam at the entrance."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check site amenities: Before booking, ensure your site has the necessary hookups. A reviewer at Travelers World RV Resort noted, "The campground was nice... but check your site and make sure you have plenty of cord or that the power is on the correct side for your RV."
  • Be cautious of surroundings: Some RVers felt uneasy in certain areas. One camper shared, "I felt unsafe in the neighborhood, but the actual campground was okay."
  • Utilize nearby attractions: Stay close to the action. A visitor at Austin Lone Star RV Resort mentioned, "This RV park is well maintained and the staff’s goal is to ensure you have a great stay."

With so many options for camping near Universal City, TX, you're sure to find the perfect spot for your next adventure!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near Universal City, TX?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Universal City, TX is San Antonio KOA with a 4.6-star rating from 31 reviews.

  • What parks are near Universal City, TX?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Universal City, TX that allow camping, notably Canyon Lake and Georgetown Lake.