Bentsen Grove RV Resort

The Great Outdoors

One of the first places you’ll want to visit when RV camping at Bentsen Grove RV Resort is Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park in Mission. The park is known as a birder’s paradise; over 360 species of birds have been spotted within the park’s boundaries, including a variety of subtropical species and migratory birds. Bring a pair of binoculars and climb the Hawk Observation Tower for the bird watching viewpoint. Otherwise, you can hike or cycle on seven miles of park trails. Wheelchair users can explore on the 1.8-mile Rio Grande trail. On the ground, you may spot bobcats, butterflies, and the Coues' rice rat, a threatened species in Texas.Falcon State Park is also just a short drive away when you rent a camper near McAllen. The park is centered around an 84,000-acre lake that straddles the Mexican-American border. Canoe, kayak, or take a non-motorized boat out on the lake. Go for a cooling dip in the water or just sunbathe by the lakeside. The mild winter temperatures make this a popular retreat all-year-round. The park is also an excellent place to spot javelinas, roadrunners, and green kingfishers. To learn more about the flora and fauna that live in the park, you can stop by the park’s recreational hall and butterfly garden. Alternatively, you can discover the area on a three-mile loop trail or take on the park ranger’s geocaching challenge.Camp in an RV near McAllen and wildlife enthusiasts can visit Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge in Los Fresnos. Along the Gulf of Mexico, this refuge is made up of a combination of mudflats, freshwater wetlands, coastal prairies, and beaches that are speckled with shrubs. Inside the park, you can search for endangered ocelot at designated viewpoints, join a park tour, or explore the nature trails by foot or bicycle.

Explore the Area

Remember to leave a day or two of your RV rental vacation free to explore the city of McAllen. As the largest city in the county, this is where you can find the best selection of cultural attractions, shopping venues, and restaurants. Downtown McAllen offers a great variety of eateries, ranging from Mexican grills to American diners as well as some international cuisines. Stop for coffee or brunch or visit in the evening to make the most of the city’s nightlife. There’s everything from stylish bars to traditional pubs and lively nightclubs.You might want to purchase some souvenirs while you’re in the city or perhaps you’re looking for the latest fashions. McAllen has a handful of modern shopping malls and plazas spread across the city while the downtown area hosts several independent retailers, wholesalers, and discount stores. Visit on a Saturday morning, and you can also shop for fresh produce, handmade crafts, and organic products at the McAllen farmers market.Interested in history? The McAllen Heritage Center is housed inside the former post office. A large collection of photographs, documents, artifacts, and historic memorabilia will take you through the first 100 years of McAllen’s history. The works of local artists are also displayed inside this community museum.If you’re traveling with kids, one of the top museums to check out is the International Museum of Arts and Science. The museum is filled with fun and interactive exhibitions that everyone can enjoy, such as a real-life video game, a pick-your-own healthy eating garden, and a science playground. Art lovers can take a stroll through the museum’s sculpture garden or browse an extensive collection of Latin American and Mexican art.McAllen and the surrounding area have something to suit every type of visitor, so don’t hesitate to book an RV rental near Bentsen Grove RV Resort for your next vacation.