Bring your four-legged friends to Railyard Bar and Grill Dogs are family for many of us, and we love taking them with us when we go out to eat. San Marcos has several dog-friendly places, including parks, coffee shops, bars, and restaurants. Here are a few local restaurants with great outdoor areas for dogs, offering both sun and shade for all seasons. ... continue reading...

Art Squared is a great place to spend a Saturday in San Marcos, TX San Marcos is full of artistic, creative people. On the second Saturday of each month through December, grab the kids, grab the dogs, and head downtown! Stroll among juried artists and makers at Art Squared Arts Market, which takes place in front of Hays County Courthouse. ... continue reading...

Credit: The Original Black's Barbecue Don't get us wrong. There's nothing much better than spending a day in Lockhart, the Barbecue Capital of Texas. But when you want to stay closer to home, there's good news: The Original Black's Barbecue--of Lockhart fame--has a location right here in San Marcos. And it's only 10 minutes from Pecan Park! ... continue reading...

Toasted marshmallows top this exotic mix at IcyRolls in San Marcos, TX (Credit: IcyRolls) San Marcos is heating up as summer looms. IcyRolls Handcrafted Ice Cream is the perfect place to replenish your energy after a hike or swim. IcyRolls is located a mere 10 minutes from Pecan Park Riverside RV Park, in a small strip center across from the Texas State campus. This adorable little ice cream shop takes advantage of the coolest trend in cool treats right now, tasty Thai-rolled ice cream. ... continue reading...

Preparing for the joust at Sherwood Forest Faire in Central Texas Do you ever want to step back in time to the good old days? Are you practicing your English accent with "thous" and "Ye Oldes" in the mirror ? For those of you with a love for all things medieval, Sherwood Forest Faire is here to spirit you and your family away to another era. Sherwood Forest Faire, celebrating its tenth year of revelry, sits on 25 acres about an hour from Pecan Park. There are 100 permanent buildings on ... continue reading...