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San Antonio KOA
- 602 Gembler Road
- San Antonio, TX 78219-1013
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I-35 SB Exit 160 AT&T Cntr Pkwy (formerly SBC Cntr Pkwy), turn L under bridge to 2nd light Gembler Rd, turn L go 3/4 mi. I-35 NB Exit 159B Walters/AT&T Cntr Pkwy go 1 mi to AT&T Cntr Pkwy, turn R to 2nd light turn L on Gembler Rd, go 3/4 mi. I-10 Exit 580 WW White Rd, turn N to 2nd light Gembler Rd, turn L go 1 mi, entrance on L.
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2011 President's Award
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Awarded to KOAs that meet exceptional quality standards and are recognized by their guests for outstanding service.
2011 KOA Founder's Award
KOA Founder's Award
KOA's highest service award, presented to KOA owners that achieve world class service scores from their camping guests.
Come and enjoy the San Antonio KOA, which sits on a creek amid 40 acres of pecan trees.
Come and enjoy the San Antonio KOA, which sits on a creek amid 40 acres of pecan trees. Just 5 miles from downtown, city buses take you to the center of San Antonio's history and culture, including the River Walk. Visit The Alamo and other Spanish missions, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, SeaWorld, Majestic Theatre, zoo and museums. Book a tour that departs from KOA and enjoy all that San Antonio offers. Upon your return, relax in the Pool, swim or play a round at the golf course next door. I-35 SB Exit 160 AT&T Center Parkway (formerly SBC Center Parkway), turn left under bridge to 2nd light Gembler Road, turn left go 3/4 miles.
Campground Amenities
- Chuck Wagon: Open: Thur-Mon 7:30 am to 10:30 am
- Hunts Brother Pizza: Serving pizza to order and chicken wings any time during office hours.
Campground Activities
Saturday Night Movies with Free Popcorn
Every Saturday night and free popcorn!
Local Attractions
City bus service to local attractions.
Daily Tours
San Antonio Hill Country
Golf
Six outstanding municipal golf courses:
Willow Springs Golf Course (210)226-6721
Riverside Golf Course (210)533-8371
Mission Del Lago Golf Course (210)627-2522
Brackenridge Golf Course (210)226-5612
Olmos Basin Golf Course (210)826-4041
Cedar Creek Golf Course (210) 695-5050
We also have 3 resort, 9 public daily fee, and 4 military golf courses.
Alamo
Erected in 1718 as a church and fortress, it became the symbol of Texas independence. During the Texas-Mexican Independence War in 1836, it was defended and lost to the last Texan. Soon "Remember the Alamo" became synonymous with Texas Independence.
Paseo Del Rio - San Antonio's River Walk
The river walk is a 2.5-mile cobblestone pathway along the bank on the San Antonio River located in the heart of town. Walkways lead visitors to river-level shops, restaurants and nightclubs. You can view the River Walk from a relaxing gentle ride down the San Antonio River with the Yanaguana Cruise.
La Villita
The charm of the "Little Village," located one square block from the heart of San Antonio, should be savored. Often called a hidden treasure, La Villita is rich with history in a setting alive with artists and craftsmen, shops and restaurants. Take the self-guided tour and enjoy the unique area at your own pace.
San Antonio Missions
San Antonio Missions National Historical Park is a cultural oasis located in the heart of one of the nation's truly dynamic cities. Preserved within the national park are four Spanish Colonial missions, each with an active parish church -- Missions Conception, San Jose, San Juan and Espada. These outstanding cultural treasures are physical reminders of the Spanish empire's monumental effort to colonize North America.
Institute of Texas Cultures
The Institute was built in 1968 for San Antonio's World's Fair. Experience a unique hands-on research, education and communication center focusing on Texas history and culture.
King William Historical District
Originally settled and built by early German families, it is now a show place of gracious living in south Texas.
San Antonio Botanical Gardens
The Botanical Gardens include over 33 acres of native Texas exhibits and seasonal floral displays.
The Hertzberg Circus Museum
The Hertzberg Circus Collection and Archives consist of over 20,000 items: artifacts, prints, memorabilia, posters, lithographs, handbills, photographs, recordings, sheet music, audio and video tapes, books and magazines.
San Fernando Cathedral
This is the oldest Cathedral in the nation. Located downtown across from the County Courthouse.
IMAX Theatre
This theatre features the story of the Defenders or the Alamo on its six- story screen with six-track stereo sound. Also shows full length movies at 8:00 p.m. everyday. 3-D and other specialty films.
Hard Rock Cafe
Tower of the Americas & HemisFair Park
These attractions are settings from the 1968 World's Fair. The Tower of Americas offers a 750 ft. ride to its observation deck, with a breath-taking panoramic view and a 5-star restaurant and bar. Enjoy the Water Garden with spectacular fountains and playground.
Six Flags / Fiesta Texas
San Antonio's show park has live shows, rides and food. Six Flags includes a large water park and a lot of fun rides for everyone.
Sea World of Texas
Many exhilarating rides, a fun-tastic water park, nature's most amazing animals that are just waiting to be discovered, splashy shows, big name entertainment, and special event weekends all here for your enjoyment at Sea World of Texas.
Splashtown
17 acre water park offering water slides, the largest wave pool in south Texas an extensive Kiddie area …… something for everyone.
Splashtown San Antonio is 20 landscaped acres of cool, clean water excitement!
Location - Just 3 minutes north of downtown San Antonio
Over 50 Rides & Attractions
FREE Life Jackets
Covered Public Picnic Area
Restaurant & Concessions
Dive-In Movies
Lockers for Rent
Professionaly Trained Lifeguards
FREE Parking
Restrooms with Shower Facilities
Souvenir Shop
Special Events
Sorry, NO outside food or beverage allowed in the park. No pets allowed. Swim Diapers required in park.
Splashtown Accepts Discover, Master Card, Visa, American Express and Cash.
United States Army Medical Department Museum
The Museum collection consists of Army medical equipment (including captured medical equipment used by foreign armies), uniforms, artwork, photographs, and scales models. The Museum is also assembling a collection of restored and replica ambulance vehicles. Also on display is a significant collection of American prisoner-of-war memorabilia and equipment which illustrates the continuing care and "service above self" which is the foundation of Army medicine. The Museum has the improvised medical instrument set used by then Captain Thomas Hewlett to treat his fellow prisoners in Japan during World War II, as well as Army Nurse Corps prisoner-of-war material from the Philippines.
Market Square / El Mercado
At Market Square / El Mercado, you'll find great shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Schlitterbahn
Schlitterbahn is a waterpark resort in New Braunfels.
Natural Bridge Caverns
One glimpse will leave you with memories for a lifetime! Here are colors to excite the artist, shapes to challenge the sculptor. This is a subterranean paradise that's truly a photographer's delight. The helpful tour guides will enjoy sharing with you the more than 10,000 different formations along Natural Bridge Caverns' safely paved, well-lit walkways.
Prime Outlet Mall
Stores like Bugle Boy, Calvin Klein, Bath & Body Works, Bag n Baggage, Golf Manufactures Outlet, KB Toy Liquidators to name but a few.
Historic Gruene
All of Gruene is placed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is now once again a thriving community complete with specialty and antique shops, river outfitters, restaurants, food and entertainment.
Alamo Classic Car Museum
Texas' largest and most popular auto museum showcasing antique, classic, exotic, sports pedal cars, fire trucks, motorcycles, motor bikes, scooters, antique tools, baby buggies, toys and more.
Cascade Caverns
Texas' only cavern with 100' waterfall. Cascade Caverns is a "fairyland" of fragile, delicate, and crystal clear formations. The Cavern is water-formed with millions of glistening drops of pure Water reluctantly falling on spectacular rock formations. A designated historical marker, the cavern's 100' waterfall is the grand finale of a 45 minute guided tour. Open daily year round with a constant 68 degree temperature. Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar Situated in the ruins of a 100 year old cotton gin overlooking the Guadalupe River in Historic Gruene.
Gruene Hall
Gruene Hall is Texas' Oldest Dance Hall. The Hall was instrumental in starting the careers of many singers and has hosted many famous singers and events. Of special note is the film "Michael", starring John Travolta, whose dance scene was filmed in Gruene Hall.
San Antonio Zoo
The San Antonio Zoo is an accredited member of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association. With 3,400 animals representing 700 species, it is also one of the largest collections in the country. The exhibits are displayed in the naturalistic settings created by the tree-lined San Antonio River and the limestone cliffs of an old rock quarry.
San Antonio Museum of Art
One of the largest in the southern United States, the museum specialized in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman antiquities, Asian art, Latin American folk art and 18th and 19th century American paintings. The museum also offers an active schedule of major traveling exhibitions, special events, and cultural festival.
Witte Museum
San Antonio Children's Museum
Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch
The ranch offers an African Safari Texas style. In the comfort of your own automobile, drive through and enjoy over 200 acres of picturesque ranch land, viewing exotic wildlife from six different continents. Sixty-five different species roam freely as in their own natural habitat.
Campground News
2012 San Antonio Rodeo Run
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lflVL5Q66u8
Here's a clip from the San Antonio Rodeo run. 39 degrees and more than 1500 runners. Our very own James Hoch aka "The Pizza Man" ran and finished 4th in his division. Notice the KOA shirt James is sporting with the new KOA 50th anniversary logo.
Upcoming Events
Memorial Day Weekend May 25th-28th
Come and join us for a unforgettable Memorial Day weekend! Lot's of fun for kids of all ages 9 months to 99 years!
Horseshoe tournament with trophies for 1st through 3rd place. A Belly Flop contest for all ages with trophies for 1st through 3rd place. Tug of war in the mud pit! Pony races, tree legged races and sack races. Ice cream social and for one night only our very own "Let's Make A Deal" KOA Style with fabulous prizes including a trip around the world, new cars and trucks, food, free camping and a whole lot of laughter!
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo February 7th through 24th, 2013
The San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo takes place at the AT&T Center. The fun-filled, family festival consists of many events, including the rodeo, livestock show, horse show, live concerts, carnival, dancing, shopping and more.
