Southern Texas is a wild frontier full of parks, trails and wildlife that will strike a sense of wonder in any visitor. RV rentals in San Antonio make it easy to explore these natural gems, many right in the city. The Government Canyon State Natural Area sits on the north side of the city. The park stretches over 12,000 acres of rugged hills and canyons. The area acts as a natural recharge zone to protect and purify San Antonio’s drinking water. There are over 40 miles of trails for hiking and biking with spectacular scenery, including a trek to see dinosaur tracks more than 110 million years old! Just outside of San Antonio in  Fredericksburg is Old Tunnel State Park. The park gets its name from the abandoned railroad tunnel on the property. It’s a great destination for wildlife viewing, especially bats! The old tunnel is home to more than 3 million bats. The best time for viewing their emergence are evenings in May through October. Park your San Antonio rental camper and beat the heat in one of the best watering holes in the south at the Guadalupe River State Park. With more than 4 miles of river frontage, there’s plenty of room for everyone on the water for some swimming, fishing, or canoeing. The park includes more than 13 miles of trails for hikers, bikers, and horses. It’s also an RV friendly area with full water and electric campsites. Plus, the park is only 50 minutes outside of San Antonio in Spring Branch. An hour east, in Gonzales, lies a tropical paradise in the center of Texas, Palmetto State Park. Many water sources converge in this area, including the San Marcos River. Its lush ecosystem is home to a wide array of flora and fauna along the river, lake, and swamps, including the park’s signature plant, the Dwarf Palmetto. This spot is also RV friendly, offering campsites with full hookups, lantern posts, outdoor grills, and fire rings to set up your rental RV.