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.

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Top-rated campgrounds near Crystal Beach

3. Terry’s Bay Camp

35mi from Crystal Beach · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
Bay Side Camp for Fishing, Crabbing, Sunsetting, Sun Bathing, Swimming, Kayaking, Boating, Rafts, and more. Sleeps 6 on Cots. Relaxing time on the water Bay Side with family, friends, or fishing buddies! We have two sites available. The first site (Bay Time Fun) is perfect for your RV! We offer water and electric hook-ups (30 amp). Fire pit, picnic table, umbrellas, crab traps, rod holders, charcoal grill, Aquatic education, 1 Kayak (more available per request) boat launch access and YOU! Terry's Bay Camp offer 6 cots for your comfort. This site also includes a coffeemaker, You could have the best of both worlds, a nice PRIVATE calm shady place to relax with Heat & AC, restroom, & shower. Self contained campers, tents, dogs & kids welcome. I call it the Boat Bin without the boat.... it is a 250 sq ft Shotgun Air Conditioned/Heated enclosure at ground level with a Microwave, toaster oven, griddle, BBQ pit, Frig, Shower, toilet, washer & dryer, coffee bar and room to pop up the 6 cots provided for sleeping. Not a large space but you will spend most of your time on the PRIVATE porch and PRIVATE pier fishing, kayaking, swimming, playing games Kayaks & Paddle Boards are available for rent on location...... There is a neighborhood boat launch, Sea Isle is about 3 miles away and has a bait shop, restaurant, Marina Shop, and Bar, and 7 miles away in Jamaica beach there is a grocery store, 2 restaurants, gas station, hardware store, bar, and more.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$100
 / night

4. 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

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% (206)

Top-rated campgrounds near Crystal Beach

3. Terry’s Bay Camp

35mi from Crystal Beach · 2 sites · RVs, Lodging
Bay Side Camp for Fishing, Crabbing, Sunsetting, Sun Bathing, Swimming, Kayaking, Boating, Rafts, and more. Sleeps 6 on Cots. Relaxing time on the water Bay Side with family, friends, or fishing buddies! We have two sites available. The first site (Bay Time Fun) is perfect for your RV! We offer water and electric hook-ups (30 amp). Fire pit, picnic table, umbrellas, crab traps, rod holders, charcoal grill, Aquatic education, 1 Kayak (more available per request) boat launch access and YOU! Terry's Bay Camp offer 6 cots for your comfort. This site also includes a coffeemaker, You could have the best of both worlds, a nice PRIVATE calm shady place to relax with Heat & AC, restroom, & shower. Self contained campers, tents, dogs & kids welcome. I call it the Boat Bin without the boat.... it is a 250 sq ft Shotgun Air Conditioned/Heated enclosure at ground level with a Microwave, toaster oven, griddle, BBQ pit, Frig, Shower, toilet, washer & dryer, coffee bar and room to pop up the 6 cots provided for sleeping. Not a large space but you will spend most of your time on the PRIVATE porch and PRIVATE pier fishing, kayaking, swimming, playing games Kayaks & Paddle Boards are available for rent on location...... There is a neighborhood boat launch, Sea Isle is about 3 miles away and has a bait shop, restaurant, Marina Shop, and Bar, and 7 miles away in Jamaica beach there is a grocery store, 2 restaurants, gas station, hardware store, bar, and more.
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
from 
$100
 / night

4. 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

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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.