All photographs from the CAF Central Texas Facebook page by permission U.S. military, history, and aviation buffs need to visit the Commemorative Air Force Central Texas Wing right here in San Marcos, Texas. This slice of Air Force history honors the memory of significant moments in American military aviation, as well as the men and…
How you pack for your RV trip matters. If you aren’t careful, you might forget items at home and have to buy them during your travels. Or you could pack too much and actually exceed the weight capacity of your RV, eventually damaging the integrity of its structure. Fortunately, the expertise of our family here…
Dogs are family for many of us, and we love taking them with us when we go out to eat. San Marcos has several dog-friendly places, including parks, coffee shops, bars, and restaurants. Here are a few local restaurants with great outdoor areas for dogs, offering both sun and shade for all seasons.
San Marcos is full of artistic, creative people. On the second Saturday of each month through December, grab the kids, grab the dogs, and head downtown! Stroll among juried artists and makers at Art Squared Arts Market, which takes place in front of Hays County Courthouse.
Don’t get us wrong. There’s nothing much better than spending a day in Lockhart, the Barbecue Capital of Texas. But when you want to stay closer to home, there’s good news: The Original Black’s Barbecue–of Lockhart fame–has a location right here in San Marcos. And it’s only 10 minutes from Pecan Park!
San Marcos is heating up as summer looms. IcyRolls Handcrafted Ice Cream is the perfect place to replenish your energy after a hike or swim. IcyRolls is located a mere 10 minutes from Pecan Park Riverside RV Park, in a small strip center across from the Texas State campus. This adorable little ice cream shop…
Do you ever want to step back in time to the good old days? Are you practicing your English accent with “thous” and “Ye Oldes” in the mirror ? For those of you with a love for all things medieval, Sherwood Forest Faire is here to spirit you and your family away to another era.…
Within just a few years, the number of RVers in the United States has skyrocketed. To meet demand, new RV clubs and organizations have blossomed, and older organizations have expanded their benefits. Keep reading to learn about the best RV clubs and organizations, and consider joining the ones that are best for you! 1/ Escapees/Xscapers…
Wildflower season in Texas is right around the corner, and it’s one of the best times of the year for joyful photo shoots. Soon we will witness thousands of bluebonnets and their colorful kin lining the highways, filling fields and parks, across central Texas. The fleeting nature of bluebonnet season, the vivid blues and purples…
After hours of swimming in the beautiful San Marcos River, you are likely ravenous. The good news? San Marcos has a brewpub with cold beer and delicious food, mere minutes away from Pecan Park. Family-friendly, dog-friendly AquaBrew Brewery & Beer Garden is beautiful and inviting with plenty of natural light streaming in through the windows.
