There are several state parks within 60 miles of San Antonio, Texas. These state parks offer a variety of scenery and activities, with all of them located near the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Moreover, since San Antonio serves as the hub for these parks, one can also visit the historic Alamo, the Tower of the Americas building, SeaWorld, as well as the famed River Walk containing restaurants and nightlife.
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park is located between Fredericksburg and Johnson City and is in the heart of the President's former home. This park occupies over 700 acres, where visitors can enjoy historical study, picnicking, nature study, fishing, swimming and view longhorn cattle. Visitors can also take a bus tour to see LBJ's ranch, known as the Texas White House.
Lyndon B. Johnson State Park
P O Box 238
Stonewall TX 78671
830-644-2252
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The mild weather and access to great fishing are the highlights of this vast park containing a 26,000-acre reservoir. Visitors are offered boating, water skiing and swimming year-round. The reservoir is regarded as some of the finest in Texas.
Choke Canyon State Park
P.O. Box 2
Calliham TX 78007
361-786-3868
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Famous for its amazing river float trips and great scenery, this park is located on the spring-fed Guadalupe River above Canyon Dam. The scenery along this river is amazing with its high limestone bluffs and giant trees outlining the river. The park is great for swimming, fishing, hiking and picnicking.
Guadelupe River State Park
3350 Park Rd 31
Spring Branch TX 78070
830-438-2656
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At just over 100 acres along the Blanco River, the park is located just for blocks from the City of Blanco's historic town square. The park attracts many residents from nearby Austin and San Antonio to relax in the sun, swim, tube, fish and camp. The park is also very popular with RVers and campers.
Blanco State Park
P.O. Box 493
Blanco TX 78606
830-833-4333
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Located in Caldwell County, the 263.7 acre park is located in among beautiful, forrested terrain. A unique feature of this park is the nine-hole golf course located within the park. In addition to golfers, the park attracts campers, swimmers, and fisherman. It is also a great location for weddings or reunions.
Lockhart State Park
4179 State Park Rd.
Lockhart, TX 78644-9716
512-398-3479
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Palmetto State Park borders the San Marcos River only 63 miles outside of San Antonio in Gonzales County. The park was named for the dwarf palmetto plant that can be found all over the park. Enjoy wildlife watching, camping, nature study, or canoeing in the park's four acre lake.
Palmetto State Park
78 Park Road 11 South
Gonzales, TX 78629-5180
830-672-3266
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