Schertz has a number of its own recreational facilities and a unique location along the Austin-San Antonio corridor. These factors give Schertz residents nearly immediate access to numerous entertainment, outdoors, and cultural enrichment activities.
There are over 200 acres of parks in Schertz, with playgrounds, picnic areas, hike and bike trails, athletic fields and courts. The city’s junior Olympic-sized pool is open to the public during the summer months and a community center offers classes and activities. The Buffalo Valley Youth Association, a non-profit organization, offers sports programs year round, including baseball, softball, football, cheerleading, basketball, swimming, and volleyball. The city recently completed construction of a new 30,000 square foot library and construction of a recreational facility is underway. The city is also home to the Northcliffe Golf Club, situated on the city’s northern edge along IH 35.
Additionally, Schertz has nearly immediate access to the outdoor options the central Texas region is famous for. These include breathtaking rivers, lakes, and state parks. Schertz is an hour’s drive or less from a number of options for you and your family, including:
- Canyon Lake (30 miles)
- Friedrich Wilderness Park (27 miles)
- Guadalupe River State Park (41 miles)
- Government Canyon State Natural Area (42 miles)
- Kerrville-Schreiner State Park (70 miles)
- Blanco State Park (50 miles)
- Hill Country State Natural Area (60 miles)
- Enchanted Rock State Natural Area (78 miles)
San Antonio’s proximity gives Schertz residents easy access to its various museums, missions, theme parks, historical sites, and year-round cultural festivities. Schertz is a 45 minute drive from world class theme parks that include: