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San Antonio Sports & Recreation

Home to the NBA's Spurs, as well as jogging trails, golf courses and other sports and recreation venues, San Antonio offers sports fans as well as amatuer athletes plenty of options.
San Antonio Boat Show
During the four-day San Antonio Boat Show, Alamo City residents and visitors are treated to a wide-array of boats and watercraft, as well as fishing tackle and boating accessories.
Alamo Bowl
San Antonio's annual showcase of college football action, the Alamo Bowl, has been thrilling fans in the Alamo City for more than a decade. This year's game is set for Dec. 30 and features the Texas A&M Aggies and Penn State Nittany Lions.
Lake Braunig Photos
Located just a few miles outside of San Antonio, Lake Braunig has become a popular location for Alamo City residents and visitors interested in water sports, fishing and nature watching. As one of only three lakes in Texas that is home to freshwater redfish, Braunig has a solid following among fishermen. And, since it is devoid of shoreline development as well, it is a favorite for bird watchers.
Lake Calaveras Photos
Located just outside of San Antonio, Lake Calaveras has become a favorite destination for fishermen and water sport enthusiasts. The lake also boasts plenty of shoreside amenities such as picnic and camping areas, as well as a fishing pier - everything you need for a great 'day at the lake.'
San Antonio Spurs Basketball
The "official" site of San Antonio's NBA Spurs.
San Antonio Area Golf Courses
A listing of golf courses, vacation packages, lessons and equipment rentals available in San Antonio.
Alamo Bowl
San Antonio's annual showcase of college football action, the Alamo Bowl, has been thrilling fans in the Alamo City for more than a decade.
San Antonio Rampage
San Antonio's AHL professional hockey team, the Rampage, gives fans a taste of hockey in South Texas. The teams games are played at the SBC Center.
San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
Held annually since 1950, the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is one of the largest events of its kind in Texas. Activities include rodeo, concerts, shopping, a carnival, horse and cattle shows, and more.
Retama Park
Opened in 1995, Retama Park offers San Antonio area residents and visitors world-class Thoroughbred and quarterhorse racing.
Palmer Course at La Cantera
The Palmer Course at La Cantera is the first Arnold Palmer designed course in South Texas. It has been rated as one of the top public courses in America.
The Quarry Golf Club
The back nine of this unique San Antonio golf course is located within the confines of a century old rock quarry, hence the name - Quarry Golf Club.
The Golf Club of Texas
Texas' only Lee Trevino signature course, San Antonio's Golf Club of Texas, claims to offer the "Best Golf Experience in Texas!"
San Antonio RV Show
Held each year in January, the San Antonio Sport, Camper and Recreational Vehicle Show features an impressive array of camping gear, RVs, and other outdoor recreational equipment.
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