Perfectly Positioned in San Marcos, TX
San Marcos offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, local culture, shopping, dining, and entertainment. From the crystal-clear San Marcos River to the vibrant energy of Texas State University, there's always something new to discover.
Whether you're exploring local boutiques, enjoying live music, or dining at one of the city's favorite restaurants, San Marcos is filled with opportunities to connect, unwind, and experience the very best of Hill Country living.
Outdoor Recreation Abounds
Located adjacent to La Cima, Purgatory Creek Natural Area features more than 1,000 acres of protected open space and scenic trails, creating one of the largest urban natural areas in Texas.
Just 10 minutes from La Cima, the crystal-clear San Marcos River is one of the area's most beloved destinations, offering tubing, kayaking, swimming, fishing, and year-round spring-fed beauty.
Explore the beauty of Spring Lake Natural Area, home to the historic San Marcos Springs and one of the longest continuously inhabited sites in North America. It's the perfect place to enjoy scenic trails, wildlife, and peaceful surroundings.
Just 25 minutes from La Cima, Canyon Lake offers 80 miles of scenic shoreline and endless opportunities for boating, fishing, sailing, waterskiing, and other water adventures in the heart of the Texas Hill Country.
A Taste of San Marcos
Enjoy Texas Hill country cuisine, luscious cocktails and a carefully selected beer and wine list that includes some of Texas’ best.
Cody's is a lively, locally owned restaurant in the heart of the Hill Country. Known for its upscale-yet-laid-back vibe and great drinks. The atmosphere is cozy, trendy, and casual, with a music-inspired interior and a nice outdoor patio.
Located in the heart of downtown, The Root Cellar Café & Brewery is a local favorite known for its historic charm and flavorful, made-from-scratch menu.
Whether you’re craving a World Famous Hamburger with Texas-size homemade onion rings, delicious catfish or sizzlin’ fajitas, Grin’s has something for everyone.
A Taste of San Marcos
Enjoy Texas Hill country cuisine, luscious cocktails and a carefully selected beer and wine list that includes some of Texas’ best.
Cody's is a lively, locally owned restaurant in the heart of the Hill Country. Known for its upscale-yet-laid-back vibe and great drinks. The atmosphere is cozy, trendy, and casual, with a music-inspired interior and a nice outdoor patio.
Located in the heart of downtown, The Root Cellar Café & Brewery is a local favorite known for its historic charm and flavorful, made-from-scratch menu.
Whether you’re craving a World Famous Hamburger with Texas-size homemade onion rings, delicious catfish or sizzlin’ fajitas, Grin’s has something for everyone.
Live, Explore, enjoy
The Meadows Center Glass Bottom Boat Tours offers interpretive and self-guided tours, historic glass bottom boat rides, wildlife viewing, wetlands boardwalk, Texas river exhibits and a nature friendly gift shop all in one place.
Paddle SMTX offers paddle board and kayak night and day tours and lessons to get you ready for the river.
The San Marcos outlets are the largest in the United States, with 260 stores offering 1.2 million square feet of shopping heaven.
Tanger Outlets San Marcos is a premier shopping destination in Central Texas, offering an extensive selection of popular brands, designer stores, and everyday favorites.
Rio Vista Park is a great place to put your kayak in and paddle upstream or just swim in the deep watering hole. It’s not uncommon to see recreations surfing the rapids and sunbathers along the river banks.