Texas State's San Marcos campus is located in a growing community of 63,000+ people in the Texas Hill Country. Situated between the major metropolitan areas of Austin and San Antonio, San Marcos is renowned for the beauty and recreation opportunities of its crystal-clear San Marcos River. There's also world-class shopping, plenty of entertainment options on and off campus, and a growing number of hotels and restaurants to make you feel at home.
The San Marcos Convention and Visitor's Bureau is a great resource for more information about travel in and around the area.