RV Rental for Texas State University Bobcat Football Season in San Marcos, TX

Every September, as soon as the TXST schedule drops, I start getting calls from fans who want to know the same thing: can we get an RV set up near Bobcat Stadium so we don’t have to fight I-35 traffic after the game? That’s exactly what RV rental Texas State football season is built for — and it’s what we do from September through November out of San Marcos. Whether you’re driving in from Austin, San Antonio, or across Hays County, having your own base camp changes the entire game day experience. Fireside RV Rental San Marcos delivers rigs directly to campgrounds in and around San Marcos so you can show up, set up your Bobcat gear, and not think about traffic or hotel rates for the rest of the weekend.

Why Game Day Weekend Calls for an RV in San Marcos

UFCU Bobcat Stadium sits right in the middle of campus on Aquarena Springs Drive, and anyone who’s tried to find parking or a nearby hotel for a Saturday night game knows how fast the options disappear. San Marcos is a college town — the hotels along I-35 between exit 200 and exit 206 fill up fast, especially for rivalry games and homecoming. Rates spike hard. An RV parked at a campground nearby solves both problems: you’ve got your space locked in before the season starts, and you’re not paying downtown Austin or New Braunfels prices for the privilege of commuting to the game.

The other thing I hear constantly from fans who do this for the first time: they didn’t realize how much better the whole weekend gets when there’s no checkout time. You can cook breakfast before kickoff, stay for the postgame atmosphere on campus, and drive back to the campground when you’re ready — not when the parking garage empties out.

Where I Send Bobcat Football Fans for Camping Near the Stadium

San Marcos doesn’t have an RV lot attached to Bobcat Stadium the way some larger programs do, so placement matters. Here are the spots I actually direct renters to — with honest notes on each:

• Pecan Park Riverside Cabins & RV Park (San Marcos) — This is my first call for game weekend. It’s in San Marcos proper, close to the river, and avoids the I-35 crush. Sites here can run short, so I match a smaller trailer if that’s where someone’s going — a big fifth wheel isn’t the right call.
• Shady Grove Campground (San Marcos) — Another solid local option within the city. Good for fans who want to stay close and keep things simple.
• Blanco State Park (Blanco) — About 25 miles west on TX-32, which is a beautiful drive through the Hill Country. You’re trading proximity for scenery, but for a full weekend rental it’s genuinely worth it — especially in October when the Hill Country is at its best. Book Blanco State Park sites through the Texas State Parks reservation system well ahead of time; they go fast for fall weekends.
• Palmetto State Park (Luling) — Roughly 35 miles east on TX-80/US-90. Caldwell County, quieter, and usually easier to get into on short notice compared to the Hill Country parks. Not a bad option if the San Marcos spots are full.
• Guadalupe River State Park (Spring Branch) — Further out in Comal County, closer to 45 minutes, but one of the best parks in the region. Makes more sense for a longer weekend stay — rent the rig Thursday, pick up the game Saturday, spend Sunday at the river.

Confirm hookup availability and reservations directly with each park before you book the RV — I’ll help you figure out which rig fits the site once you’ve got your spot locked in. Check out our delivery coverage and how it works for campgrounds in Hays, Caldwell, Comal, and Guadalupe counties.

What the Weather Does September Through November in San Marcos

This is Central Texas, so the season breaks into two distinct phases and both matter for how you plan your rental.

September and early October — Still legitimately hot. Kickoff temperatures at UFCU Bobcat Stadium can run into the low 90s for afternoon games, and the evenings don’t drop off as much as you’d hope. If your campground site has full hookups, the RV’s AC is the most important feature on the rig. Ask me about units with reliable climate control for early-season games — this is not the time to go with a barebones trailer if the temps are up.

Late October and November — This is when the Hill Country earns its reputation. Daytime highs drop into the 70s and the evenings turn genuinely pleasant. The stretch from late October through the end of the regular season is the best time of year to have an RV in this area. Morning coffee outside before a noon kickoff, campfire after the game — it’s what this part of Texas is made for. November can see cold fronts push through, so pack layers for late-season road trips.

The RV Tailgate Setup: What Actually Works at TXST Games

Tailgating directly at UFCU Bobcat Stadium means working within the university’s game day policies — check Texas State’s official athletics site for current tailgate zone rules, permitted lot assignments, and vehicle size restrictions before you plan around driving a large motorhome onto campus. Policies on this change, and I don’t want anyone showing up on game day with a 35-foot rig expecting to park it in a grassy lot.

What I’ve seen work consistently: fans use the campground RV as their home base and drive or rideshare to the stadium from there. You get the best of both — a full tailgate setup at the campground with a real kitchen and outdoor space, and then you walk into the stadium without worrying about getting back to a parking spot before the lot closes. The Bobcat Shuttle and rideshare pickup points along Aquarena Springs Drive make this straightforward from most of the nearby campgrounds.

Our RV Fleet for Bobcat Football Weekend Rentals

The right rig depends on your group size, your campsite, and how long you’re staying. I’ll always ask about the campground first — because a site that runs 30 feet deep needs a different trailer than a full pull-through at a commercial park.

✔ Travel Trailers — The Most Popular Choice for Game Weekends

For most Bobcat football renters, a travel trailer is the right call. It stays at the campground, you unhitch your truck and drive to the stadium, and you’re not maneuvering a motorhome around San Marcos after a late game. Good for groups of two to six, depending on the unit.

✔ Larger Units for Groups or Multi-Game Stays

If you’re coming in for multiple games or bringing a bigger crew — families, alumni groups renting together — we have larger options that make a long Hill Country weekend genuinely comfortable. Full kitchen, real beds, room to spread out. Contact us and tell me who’s coming and where you’re camping and I’ll match the unit to the situation.

✔ Delivered, Set Up, and Ready When You Arrive

We deliver to your campground, level the rig, handle hookups, and walk you through everything before we leave. When game day hits, you’re focused on the Bobcats — not on figuring out water connections. See exactly how our RV delivery process works across the San Marcos area.

Making a Full Weekend Out of It — Hill Country Around Game Day

San Marcos is genuinely one of the best base camps in Central Texas, and a football weekend with an RV is the right excuse to actually use it. A few things worth building around the game:

• San Marcos River tubing — The river runs year-round and September is still warm enough. Rio Vista Park and City Park both access the river. If you’re arriving Friday before a Saturday game, this is the evening plan.
• Lockhart BBQ Trail — About 30 miles northeast on TX-142. Kreuz Market, Smitty’s, Black’s — do this the day before or after the game and you will not be disappointed. Caldwell County BBQ and a Bobcat win is a hard combination to beat.
• Devil’s Backbone Scenic Drive (TX-32) — If you’re camped out toward Blanco, you drive part of this anyway. One of the best roads in the state, especially mid-October when the Hill Country scrub oak starts to turn.
• Wimberley — 15 miles west on FM-12. Blue Hole Regional Park, the Wimberley Square, good restaurants. Easy half-day from the campground on a non-game day.

When to Book Your RV for Bobcat Football Season

The TXST schedule usually publishes in the spring. My honest advice: book the RV and the campsite at the same time, as soon as you know which game you’re targeting. Homecoming weekend, rivalry games against schools like Louisiana or South Alabama, and any night game on a warm October evening — those weekends fill up at every campground in a 30-mile radius. Pecan Park and the state parks around San Marcos don’t have unlimited capacity, and neither does our fleet.

The fans who call me in August for a September game get their choice of unit and campground. The ones who call two weeks out are working with whatever’s left. Book early — especially for homecoming and any nationally televised game.

Frequently Asked Questions — RV Rental for TXST Bobcat Football

Can you deliver an RV to Bobcat Stadium on game day?

We deliver to campgrounds and RV parks in and around San Marcos — not to the stadium parking lots directly. Verify Texas State’s current game day vehicle policies with the athletics department if you’re planning to drive a rental unit onto campus. Most fans find the campground-plus-rideshare approach works better anyway.

Do you deliver to campgrounds in New Braunfels or Kyle?

Yes — we cover Hays, Comal, Guadalupe, and Caldwell counties. Kyle and Buda along I-35 are within our regular delivery area, as are campgrounds toward New Braunfels in Comal County. Check our delivery page for the full coverage area or call us to confirm your specific location.

How long can I rent the RV for game weekend?

Most game weekend renters go Thursday or Friday through Sunday. Some fans rent for two or three games in a row if they’re staying in the area for a stretch of the season. Contact us with your dates and we’ll work out what makes sense.

What’s included with the rental?

Inclusions vary by unit — contact us directly and we’ll walk you through exactly what comes with the specific rig we’re placing. Don’t rely on a generic list; I’d rather tell you accurately what you’re getting than have you arrive expecting something that isn’t there.

What if I’ve never used an RV before?

Most of our Bobcat football renters are first-timers. When I deliver and set up the rig, I walk you through everything — water, power, appliances, gray tank, all of it — before I leave. You don’t need prior experience. You just need to know which game you want to be at.

Book Your RV for Bobcat Football Season Now

The Bobcat football schedule runs September through November, and the best campsites in Hays County don’t last long once those dates hit the calendar. If you want an RV delivered to a campground near San Marcos for game weekend — whether it’s opening day, homecoming, or a late-season November night game under the lights at UFCU Bobcat Stadium — reach out now and let’s get it locked in.

Call or text us at 512-402-3595 or email [email protected]. You can also browse our available rigs and learn more about Fireside RV Rental San Marcos before you reach out. Eat ‘Em Up, Cats.

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