Closest first
Straight-line miles from the city center; drive times are rough estimates. Open the app for parks near wherever you are right now.
- 1 Big Bend · Texas · 150+ trails · $30 / vehicle287 mi · ~6 hr drive
- 2 Carlsbad Caverns · New Mexico · 6+ trails · $15 / person409 mi · ~8.5 hr drive
- 3 Guadalupe Mountains · Texas · 80+ trails · $25 / vehicle417 mi · ~8.5 hr drive
- 4 Hot Springs · Arkansas · 26+ trails · $20 / vehicle475 mi · ~10 hr drive
Planning a trip from San Antonio
Big Bend is realistic for a long weekend. Leave early Friday, and reserve campsites or lodging ahead in peak season.
Each park page covers popular trails, camping, entrance fees, and the best time to visit. In ParkAtlas, the home screen shows unvisited parks within reach of your current location and lets you log the one you pick.
Common questions
What is the closest national park to San Antonio?
Big Bend National Park, about 287 miles away (~6 hr drive).
Which national parks near San Antonio work for a weekend trip?
Within roughly a six-hour drive: Big Bend.
How many national parks are within 500 miles of San Antonio?
4 of the 63 U.S. national parks are within 500 miles of San Antonio.