Campgrounds and RV parks near Gonzales, TX

Gonzales sits in south-central Texas near the confluence of the Guadalupe and San Marcos Rivers, about an hour from both Austin and San Antonio. The area combines small-town Texas history with easy access to river recreation, and it works well as either a destination or an I-10 corridor stopover for RV travelers. Campground choices split into two categories. Private RV parks in and around town, including 4L RV Ranch, Patriot RV Park - Gonzales, River Acres RV Park, and Gone Fishin RV Park and Boat Ramp, offer full hookups, laundry, and easy highway access. Palmetto State Park offers 19 tent sites, 17 RV sites, a secluded group site, and an air-conditioned cabin for up to six people, giving families a public-land option a short drive northwest of Gonzales. Most private parks in the area accept big rigs and pull-throughs, while the state park suits a wider range of RVs; maximum vehicle length at the electric sites is 65 feet, though the wooded, curving access road calls for careful driving.

Palmetto State Park uses the Texas Parks and Wildlife reservation system. Reservations can be made for today and up to 5 months in advance, either online through the TPWD site or by phone. A day-use pass is separate from the overnight fee and is also reservable in advance, which matters on busy weekends when the park often reaches capacity and reservations are recommended for both camping and day use. Private parks around Gonzales, including 4L RV Ranch, Patriot RV Park - Gonzales, River Acres RV Park, and Gone Fishin RV Park and Boat Ramp, take direct bookings by phone or through third-party listing sites. For holiday weekends and the March-to-November busy season, book several weeks out.