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The best camping near Mustang Island State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Mustang Island adventure.

The best camping near Mustang Island State Park

Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Mustang Island adventure.

Camping near Mustang Island State Park

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Discover the most magical spots to pitch your tent or park your rig on your next Mustang Island adventure.

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Beloved Garden

2 sites ¡ RVs5 acres ¡ Aransas Pass, TX
Beloved Garden is a developing Tiny Home & RV community living as self sustaining as possible. The five acre property features a half acre pond, small nature preserve, mature Oak trees, and over 40 fruit trees, 30 tropical botanicals, and pollination field. We offer large lots 25x60 up to 40x70ft, two parking spots, with lots of space for setting up your site, fishing, kayaking and enjoying the cool sea breeze just a mile from the water. Includes water, sewer, trash, and WiFi. All sites are 50, and 30 Amp and have water and sewer hookups. Pets are welcome! Please make sure you pick up after them. Dog park coming soon! Come take a walk on one of the nature trails and venture into the hammock grove. Watch the sunset from the quiet of the pond. Get away from the crowded RV parks and come enjoy a relaxing, fun and private getaway near the bay. There's also nearby opportunities for golfing and horseback riding. Campers can look forward to a number of great attractions just beyond the campground and plenty of opportunities for fishing, scenic viewing, kayaking, paddle boarding, boating and sightseeing tours. Whether its for a night or two, we hope to see you soon! Looking for more fun? Make sure to check out the following! * Rockport Beach * Texas Maritime Museum * Rockport Center for the Arts * Copano Bay State Fishing Pier * Goose Island Park * Aransas Pass * Port Aransas Ferry * Aquariam at Rockport Harbor  * Fulton Mansion State Historic Site * Winery on the Bay * Port Aransas attractions include great parks, beautiful beaches, fantastic fishing, watersports galore, live entertainment, and more to elevate your next vacation. * Embark on a dolphin-watching excursion or don your favorite eye patch for a pirate cruise. Prefer to stay inside? Marvel at live theatre performances or have a “make your own art” experience. Cap off the day with s’mores warmed over a bonfire, cheering belt sander racers to victory, or being amazed by a fire-dancing performance. *RV is not included.
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Horse House

2 sites ¡ Lodging, RVs20 acres ¡ Corpus Christi, TX
The Horse House Corpus Christi is located at 1325 Yorktown Blvd. in Flour Bluff. This stunning privately owned and operated facility is located on 20 acres, with rolling green pasture grass, pond, beautiful landscape and gated entrance. There is plenty of ridding room for those who like to trail ride. We have two large out door round pen's one 60' and the other is 45', outdoor arena 60'x145', 3 set of adjustable jumps, schooling cones, trotting poles, and trail obstacles, barrel pattern and poles. Large temperature control tack room, feed room, and wash rack. We have been improving our facility and amenities and will continue to do so. Our goal is to provide our clients with an affordable, beautiful, safe and fun experience and provide our horses with the best of the best care. We would love to show you our facility please reach out to schedule a tour, we look forward to meeting you and your four legged friend.
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Adventure Bay private RV campsite

1 site ¡ RV2 acres ¡ Rockport, TX
Adventure Bay, an exclusive and spacious RV site that is truly one of a kind. (RV not included, no tent camping, no bathroom facilities) The private, waterfront RV spot with 12v, 30amp or 50amp hook-ups, can accommodate up to a 40ft rig. Perfect for fishing, crabbing, or just relaxing. The site has a concrete slab, picnic table, yard and even a little beach. Plenty of space to park your RV, boat, and the vehicle you tow it all with. Enjoy the simplicity and beauty of Copano Bay with extraordinary sunsets. You won’t want to miss this! Pets may never be left unattended outside or create a noise disturbance. No Pit Bulls, Dobermans, Rottweilers, Chows and or wolf hybrids are allowed.
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Fish & Chill-Waterfront RV site

1 site ¡ RV1 acre ¡ Rockport, TX
Private, one RV only, campsite with full hookups (RV not included and no tents allowed). The property is on a canal and fully fenced. Pets are welcome and can be off leash under supervision. Fishing from private dock with fish cleaning table or use the 2 kayaks on site to paddle a short distance to Salt Lake and Copano Bay. 60 feet of level parking for your RV. Picnic table with shade umbrella. Charcoal grill. Come fish and chill with your friends and family in peace without strangers right on top of you. You have the whole place to yourself! Quiet rural area, yet close to shops and restaurants. F&C-where having your own space is the best amenity.
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Padre Island National Seashore

1 site ¡ Lodging100 acres ¡ Corpus Christi, TX
Padre Island National Seashore is a national seashore located on Padre Island off the coast of South Texas. In contrast to South Padre Island, known for its beaches and vacationing college students, PINS is located on North Padre Island and consists of a long beach where nature is preserved.
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Freedom Harvest Farms

4 sites ¡ RVs, Tents10 acres ¡ Taft, TX
A 10 Acre Family Homestead. We grow food to feed our family here. While doing that we have developed a lovely farm to host on. Freedom Harvest Farms is a sanctuary for wellness and healing. Life, diversity and resources are respected here. This is a place of learning and teaching a constant interaction with vitality. On property there are humans, dogs, pigs, cows, chickens, ducks, rabbits and a diverse parade of wildlife, plants and insects! Several large gardens, a pond, picnic tables, outdoor bathroom, kitchen, tv, fireplace, fire pits
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Cormorant Landing

1 site ¡ RV1 acre ¡ Rockport, TX
1/4 acre private RV lot with 40'x20' fishing deck over the canal waters leading to Copano Bay. Launch your kayaks (provided) or enjoy fishing right from the deck. Sports fishing light and fish cleaning stand complete the full fishing experience. This pet-friendly property boasts full hookups and WiFi. Lot is fenced on 3 sides, water side is not fenced, so you can let your dogs run and play. Concrete driveway is 20' wide and goes from the street to the deck. Hookups are conveniently located next to each other and everything is provided at no additional expense. Fire pit doubles as a grill, and there is also a big charcoal grill suitable for cooking a brisket or the catch of the day. For larger groups the house next door, Cormorant Crossing, is a vacation rental that is capable of sleeping 8 guests.
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BayRock Retreat at Copano Bay

1 site ¡ RV1 acre ¡ Fulton, TX
Beautiful Copano Bay waterfront single site with privacy fence and full RV hookups. Definitely more of a glamping experience with level pull through concrete pad with lots of space for setting up your site, fishing, kayaking and enjoying the cool sea breeze right on the water. Picnic table on site and 2 kayaks available for guest to use with easy access in and out of bay. Outdoor shower, grill and fish cleaning station on property. Lots of gorgeous sunsets and fishing off the pier. High speed internet is included. Minutes drive into Rockport. Get away from the crowded RV parks and come enjoy a relaxing, fun and private getaway on the bay. *RV is not included. Follow us on Facebook at "BayRock Retreat on Copano Bay" and on Instagram at @bayrock_retreat.
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Bay View Camper Space RV Site

1 site ¡ RV2 acres ¡ Lamar, TX
Beautiful and peaceful 1.7 acres with 4 rv spaces with full hookups. Sunrise bay views! We are 1/3 mile from St. Charles Bay, a great place for fishing, kayaking or watching shore birds and deer. Close to Goose Island State Park and Rockport Beach. Bring your water craft because there is a boat ramp nearby and easy launching spot for your kayak.
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The best camping near Mustang Island State Park guide

Overview

About

Golden sandy shores, sloping dunes, and coastal lagoons stretch along the coast of Mustang Island, and five miles of it lies within the state park. Head down to the ocean for a swim, cast a line off the shore to fish for trout and flounder, or bring your kayak or canoe to follow part of the Mustang Island State Park Paddling Trail. Campers can book a spot at the Mustang Island State Campground, where all sites have electric hookups. Alternatively, pitch a tent right on the beach at one of the 50 primitive sites. 

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. You can reserve one of the 48 developed campsites at Mustang Island State Campground via the Texas State Parks website. Primitive sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis only. 
  2. Online reservations open five months in advance. 
  3. Campsites can book up fast, especially over summer weekends and holidays, so plan ahead and book as soon as possible.

When to go

Peak season at Mustang Island State Park runs from April through October, and the park often reaches capacity, so it’s a good idea to book ahead. Arrive early to snag one of the beach campsites and expect the beach to get crowded on summer and holiday weekends. Bird-watching is popular throughout the year, but sightings are most common during the spring migration.

Know before you go

  • Mustang Island State Park is set on a barrier island between Corpus Christi Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. From Corpus Christi, it’s a 25-mile, 30-minute drive across the causeway. 
  • Park entrance fees apply in addition to camping fees.
  • Facilities include a park store, restrooms, picnic areas, a fishing pier, and a dump station. Several porta-potties sit along the beach.
  • You can fish along the coast and marshes, but fishing licences are required.
  • There is no lifeguard patrol at Mustang Island, and swimming is at your own risk. Watch out for stingrays and jellyfish, and never swim after sunset.

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