Special to the Advance McALLEN — The City of McAllen held a ribbon cutting ceremony for Camp McAllen on July 16, 2025, a first-of-its-kind public campground designed to offer residents and visitors immersive outdoor experiences, right in the heart of the city.Located at 8701 N. 23rd Street, just north of Frontera Road, the 20-acre site includes fishing docks, kayak launches, an archery range, walking and biking trails, and group camping spaces.Mayor Javier Villalobos, City Commissioners, and city staff gathered with community members for a grand opening marking the completion of the $1,861,709.03 project.“This is more than just a new park ...