The best dog-friendly RV parks near Crystal Beach

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The unincorporated community of Crystal Beach (also known as Patton) sits on the Bolivar Peninsula and is a popular destination for camping and water sports in the Gulf of Mexico. Anglers can fish from rocks or designated jetties on miles of beach. Then set up at a nearby beach campsite where campfires are encouraged during safe conditions. It’s also possible to venture into parks like Galveston Island State Park and Sea Rim State Park that have dispersed, primitive beach camping, as well as RV and tent campsites, to spend a few days in nature. Or visit Big Thicket National Preserve to the northeast to explore forest and marshland from a campsite set up on sandbars.

96% (210) 285 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Crystal Beach

Bolivar East RV Park

1. Bolivar East RV Park

100%
(3)
11mi from Crystal Beach · 8 sites · RVs
Join us at Bolivar East RV Park in Gilchrist, TX. We are a small, friendly park with a spot just for you! This location offers diverse amenities catering to various needs, including 30 Amps and 50 Amps electrical hookups for RVs, back-in RV sites for easy access, a family-friendly atmosphere, fire rings and grills for outdoor gatherings, pet-friendly accommodations, picnic tables for outdoor dining, and RV and sewer hookups for added convenience. We offer 2 RV rentals onsite , sleeps 7
Full hookups
from 
$55
 / night
Medical Center RV Resort

2. Medical Center RV Resort

49mi from Crystal Beach · 185 sites · RVs
We have 185 site with 30/50 amp electric. Sites can accommodate an RV plus two additional vehicles. We do not charge for water/sewer/garbage or wi-fi internet. Guests can access private private bathrooms and showers, as well as brand new washers and dryers. We're also known for our exceptional proximity to the most sought-after highlights in Houston. Within minutes, you’ll have immediate access to Houston’s world-renowned medical district using our complimentary shuttle services. And, you’ll have the time of your life exploring the awe-inspiring museum and art districts, NASA Space Center, NRG Stadium and so much more. Boasting concrete roads and sites, a swimming pool and hot tub, bathhouse and laundry facilities, a fishing lake, recreation center and dog park, our property has been skillfully prepared by experienced developers and is professionally managed. These features enable us to provide first-class hospitality and quality amenities, all in an unexpected location with golf course views only 15 minutes from all the action!
Full hookups
from 
$60
 / night
Pearland RV Park

3. Pearland RV Park

43mi from Crystal Beach · 63 sites · RVs
Come and enjoy your stay at Pearland RV Park! You’ll find secure, gated access to our park with freshly landscaped grounds and upgraded facilities, which offer exceptional comfort and serenity within a rural setting. With convenient, 288 Expressway access to city life in Pearland and Houston, you can enjoy the best of all worlds! Take advantage of our discounted weekly and monthly Winter rates on Standard RV Sites! So, take in the year-round, spacious skies and fresh air, abounding at our supreme location! Our year-long, balmy weather makes Pearland RV Park a wonderful place to be. We offer an idyllic retreat for those visiting or working in the city, who prefer to reside in the peace and tranquility of nature. Make yourself right at home for a night, a week, or a month. Families and pets are always welcome!
Full hookups
from 
$65
 / night
St. Ives RV Resort

4. St. Ives RV Resort

37mi from Crystal Beach · 130 sites · RVs
Escape to St. Ives RV Resort, a serene oasis between Galveston and Houston. Enjoy a range of amenities, including a lazy river, pool and spa, mini golf, and an RC racetrack. Engage in fun activities like horseshoes, cornhole, game nights, pot-lucks, paint & sip, and much more. Our spacious full-hookup sites, designed for big rigs, offer both pull-through and back-in options. Plus, we’re pet-friendly with a fenced dog park, and golf carts are welcome! With modern bathhouses and laundry facilities, your comfort is our priority. Located near shopping, dining, and fishing spots, St. Ives also provides access to nearby boat launches. Take advantage of our discounted monthly rates for an extended getaway—ideal for snowbirds seeking a mild winter retreat. Experience the beauty and relaxation of St. Ives RV Resort today!
Full hookups
from 
$55
 / night
Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort

5. Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort

18mi from Crystal Beach · 5 sites · RVs
Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort is the perfect destination for RV enthusiasts and vacationers alike. Our spacious and well-maintained campground features a variety of accommodations to suit your needs. Whether you're here for a weekend, or a longer stay, Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort is your home away from home. New concreate RV lots are available in San Leon, Texas. -30/50 AMP - Water and sewer included in the lot rent. - Free cable TV and Wi-Fi. - Restroom and bath room; - Available for Short-term & Long-term - Quite, Safe, Fenced - Laundry Room -Private fishing pond - Minutes to the ocean, beach, excellent local restaurants, and more. -15 mins to Kemah Boardwalk - Enjoy walking on the beach, fishing, and taking your boat out. Attraction around: • Kemah Boardwalk • Pie 6 • Moody Garden • Galveston beach • Sea wolf park • NASA
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from 
$65
 / night

The unincorporated community of Crystal Beach (also known as Patton) sits on the Bolivar Peninsula and is a popular destination for camping and water sports in the Gulf of Mexico. Anglers can fish from rocks or designated jetties on miles of beach. Then set up at a nearby beach campsite where campfires are encouraged during safe conditions. It’s also possible to venture into parks like Galveston Island State Park and Sea Rim State Park that have dispersed, primitive beach camping, as well as RV and tent campsites, to spend a few days in nature. Or visit Big Thicket National Preserve to the northeast to explore forest and marshland from a campsite set up on sandbars.

96% (210) 285 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds near Crystal Beach

Bolivar East RV Park

1. Bolivar East RV Park

100%
(3)
11mi from Crystal Beach · 8 sites · RVs
Join us at Bolivar East RV Park in Gilchrist, TX. We are a small, friendly park with a spot just for you! This location offers diverse amenities catering to various needs, including 30 Amps and 50 Amps electrical hookups for RVs, back-in RV sites for easy access, a family-friendly atmosphere, fire rings and grills for outdoor gatherings, pet-friendly accommodations, picnic tables for outdoor dining, and RV and sewer hookups for added convenience. We offer 2 RV rentals onsite , sleeps 7
Full hookups
from 
$55
 / night
Medical Center RV Resort

2. Medical Center RV Resort

49mi from Crystal Beach · 185 sites · RVs
We have 185 site with 30/50 amp electric. Sites can accommodate an RV plus two additional vehicles. We do not charge for water/sewer/garbage or wi-fi internet. Guests can access private private bathrooms and showers, as well as brand new washers and dryers. We're also known for our exceptional proximity to the most sought-after highlights in Houston. Within minutes, you’ll have immediate access to Houston’s world-renowned medical district using our complimentary shuttle services. And, you’ll have the time of your life exploring the awe-inspiring museum and art districts, NASA Space Center, NRG Stadium and so much more. Boasting concrete roads and sites, a swimming pool and hot tub, bathhouse and laundry facilities, a fishing lake, recreation center and dog park, our property has been skillfully prepared by experienced developers and is professionally managed. These features enable us to provide first-class hospitality and quality amenities, all in an unexpected location with golf course views only 15 minutes from all the action!
Full hookups
from 
$60
 / night
Pearland RV Park

3. Pearland RV Park

43mi from Crystal Beach · 63 sites · RVs
Come and enjoy your stay at Pearland RV Park! You’ll find secure, gated access to our park with freshly landscaped grounds and upgraded facilities, which offer exceptional comfort and serenity within a rural setting. With convenient, 288 Expressway access to city life in Pearland and Houston, you can enjoy the best of all worlds! Take advantage of our discounted weekly and monthly Winter rates on Standard RV Sites! So, take in the year-round, spacious skies and fresh air, abounding at our supreme location! Our year-long, balmy weather makes Pearland RV Park a wonderful place to be. We offer an idyllic retreat for those visiting or working in the city, who prefer to reside in the peace and tranquility of nature. Make yourself right at home for a night, a week, or a month. Families and pets are always welcome!
Full hookups
from 
$65
 / night
St. Ives RV Resort

4. St. Ives RV Resort

37mi from Crystal Beach · 130 sites · RVs
Escape to St. Ives RV Resort, a serene oasis between Galveston and Houston. Enjoy a range of amenities, including a lazy river, pool and spa, mini golf, and an RC racetrack. Engage in fun activities like horseshoes, cornhole, game nights, pot-lucks, paint & sip, and much more. Our spacious full-hookup sites, designed for big rigs, offer both pull-through and back-in options. Plus, we’re pet-friendly with a fenced dog park, and golf carts are welcome! With modern bathhouses and laundry facilities, your comfort is our priority. Located near shopping, dining, and fishing spots, St. Ives also provides access to nearby boat launches. Take advantage of our discounted monthly rates for an extended getaway—ideal for snowbirds seeking a mild winter retreat. Experience the beauty and relaxation of St. Ives RV Resort today!
Full hookups
from 
$55
 / night
Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort

5. Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort

18mi from Crystal Beach · 5 sites · RVs
Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort is the perfect destination for RV enthusiasts and vacationers alike. Our spacious and well-maintained campground features a variety of accommodations to suit your needs. Whether you're here for a weekend, or a longer stay, Gulf Shores RV Park and Resort is your home away from home. New concreate RV lots are available in San Leon, Texas. -30/50 AMP - Water and sewer included in the lot rent. - Free cable TV and Wi-Fi. - Restroom and bath room; - Available for Short-term & Long-term - Quite, Safe, Fenced - Laundry Room -Private fishing pond - Minutes to the ocean, beach, excellent local restaurants, and more. -15 mins to Kemah Boardwalk - Enjoy walking on the beach, fishing, and taking your boat out. Attraction around: • Kemah Boardwalk • Pie 6 • Moody Garden • Galveston beach • Sea wolf park • NASA
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
from 
$65
 / night
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The best dog-friendly RV parks near Crystal Beach guide

Where to go

Big Thicket National Preserve

Nine different ecosystems and habitats converge in Big Thicket National Preserve and its 113,114 acres. Open to campers year-round, popular activities in the preserve include camping, fishing, and hunting. Free permits are required to camp on-site though. Hiking trails twist alongside waterways and through longleaf pine forests and bayous. Hike-in or paddle-in primitive dispersed camping allows campers to spend the night right next to nature. Some of the sandbars in Big Thicket Bog even have unique primitive backcountry camping options. Just make sure camps are pitched 200 feet from roads, trails, and park boundaries.

Galveston Island State Park

A barrier island between Galveston Bay and the gulf, Galveston Island features dunes, estuaries, and wetlands encompassed by Galveston Island State Park. Campers can bring tents and RVs to campgrounds with electrical hookups and picnic tables. Then spend the day fishing in the gulf, mountain biking through forest trails, or taking nature walks along the beach and its native wildlife. Galveston Island also has dedicated bay and beach camping, each with hookups and firepits, as well as reservable ADA-compliant vacation rentals with full kitchens and air conditioning. For an extra treat, go glamping in a raised tent platform with queen beds and adirondack chairs.

Sea Rim State Park

Sea Rim State Park is a remote coastal park where marshlands meet the Gulf of Mexico, meaning campers can take canoes and kayaks from the gulf to the marshes. However, campers should keep a watch out for alligators. Boat-in to primitive beachside camping on horse-friendly Gulf Coast beach fronts. Then, swim, fish, or hunt around the state park or enjoy a hike along Gambusia Nature Trail Boardwalk for migratory bird sightings. For a more relaxing retreat, stay at a beachside, ADA-compliant cabin adjacent to an accessible boat ramp.

When to go

Bolivar Peninsula experiences average year-round temperatures ranging from 50°F to 90°F. The area can experience longer summers with high heat. In winter, campers can enjoy quieter trips to the beach in mild temperatures. Most campgrounds are open year-round in the area for convenience.