A trip to Montgomery, Texas, brings RV travelers to the quintessential Texas town. Full of history and nostalgia, Montgomery claims to be the birthplace of the Texas flag. As one of the oldest towns in Texas, Montgomery takes its history and its tourism seriously. With local shopping and cuisine as no lose options, travelers to Montgomery are assured a wonderful experience.
Location
Montgomery, Texas, is located just one hour north of downtown Houston, Texas, along US Interstate 45. Montgomery is just two and a half hours east of the musical and culture center of Austin. Montgomery sits on the edge of Lake Conroe and is at the southern end of the Sam Houson National Forest.
RV Accommodations
RV accommodations in central Montgomery are limited, but RV travelers intent on exploring what Montgomery has to offer can easily find accommodations down the road in Conroe. Thousand Trails Lake Conroe offers 266 full hookup sites on a 128-acre preserve on the south shore of Lake Conroe. Houston North KOA offers simple yet sufficient amenities and features plenty of pull through sites.
Amenities
Thousand Trails Lake Conroe features two boat docks and a boat ramp on the 22,000 acre Lake Conroe for RV travelers who are also boating and water-sport enthusiasts. In addition, there is a recreation hall, swimming pool and putt-putt golf area on site. North Houston KOA boasts free cable TV, a pavilion and meeting room, free wireless Internet and a snack bar.
Activities
North Houston KOA is a family-friendly RV site offering a swimming pool that is open year round as well as a hot tub and sauna. Those looking to spend time on Lake Conroe will find KOA offers fishing facilities at no charge. Thousand Trails provides easy access to Splash Town as well as several area outlet malls. Members at Thousand Trails can also play basketball or embark on one of the many hiking trails on site.
Considerations
Montgomery, Texas offers several popular shopping options that will appeal to the antique and novelty collector. Popular antique shopping destinations include Garrett Cottage Antiques, Liberty Bell Antiques and the Clover Patch. Gifts can also be purchased from shops including Art and Art Not Gallery, Country Accents, Cowgirl Couture and Front Porch Friends.
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