Camping near Rockport

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Carly's Bait And Boondocking

5 sites · RVs, Tents1 acre · Port Lavaca, TX
Beautiful off grid dispersed camping on Lava Bay, steps away from the beach and marsh. Sunrises and sunsets are unobstructed from this location. Quiet and peaceful, yet just close enough to the local marina, shopping, and restaurants. Easy access to camp from Ocean Drive. Zero overhead hazards on property, ex. no overhead power lines or tree limbs. Excellent fishing on both the Lavaca Bay/ beach side, and the marsh side of the property. Bring your own kayak or small boat. Launch from the property or anywhere else near by. Shore fishing can be excellent at times. Bird enthusiasts will love the Magic Bird Sanctuary located directly behind the property. Bring your binoculars to get closer to the action. If you are looking for space, relaxation, beautiful scenery and the chance to wet a line, this may be the place for you. Carly's Bait and Boondocking will soon have a small bait shop. Until then, your host will provide you with bait, fish, and crab traps that will be located in the marsh. Feel free to take as much bait from the traps until the actual bait shop is up and running. We are just starting here, and more amenities will be available soon. Until then, please enjoy your stay, and "tight lines" to everyone.
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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) Are you tired of overcrowded RV parks and tight spaces. Enjoy the peace an quiet of Copano Bay. A private, waterfront RV spot with water, 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. Fenced on 3 sides except the waterfront. 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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Beloved Garden

4 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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BayRock Retreat at Copano Bay

1 site · RV1 acre · Rockport, 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 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. **Max RV or Fifthwheel lenght is 40ft and Max travel trailer lenght for easy and safe access to property is 35ft. Follow us on Facebook at "BayRock Retreat on Copano Bay" and on Instagram at @bayrock_retreat.
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Magnolia Beach RV Park

2 sites · RVs1 acre · Port Lavaca, TX
Welcome to Magnolia Beach RV Park in Port Lavaca, Texas! We are a small RV park that offers electric, water, sewer, trash, and WiFi. All sites are 50, 30, and 20 Amp and have water and sewer hookups. Pets are welcome! We are close to Magnolia Beach, Port Lavaca business district, and Indianola. When you feel the gulf breezes, you know you've made it to Goose Island. Nestled near St. Charles and Aransas Bays, this Texas state park is all about the water. We're talking boating, kayaking, fishing, and birdwatching along the coast. The only thing you can't do is swim. (Sorry.) That said, there's plenty of luck to be had on the 1,620-foot fishing pier. A boat launch and kayak/canoe launch are also available. Remember to bring your own boat! No stay is complete without visiting the main attraction—a 1,000-year-old oak lovingly dubbed The Big Tree. (Don't worry, it's still standing strong in the wake of Hurricane Harvey.) We primarily cater to month to month guests working in the area so there's not a ton of activities around, but my wife and I are full-time RV'ers so we are hosts as a way to give back to our awesome community. We are located super close to Magnolia Beach though where there is free beach camping for 14 nights! Pets are allowed. Please make sure you pick up after them. We offer discounted rates to HipCampers at $25/night (usually $30) and $150/week (usually $175). We also now have golf carts available for rent!! https://magnoliabeachrvpark.com
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Camping near Rockport guide

Overview

Take sunrise walks on the beach, fish on the Gulf Coast, and spot dolphins from oceanfront water towers when camping in Rockport, Texas. Framed by Copano Bay and Aransas Bay along the Gulf of Mexico, the area invites camping enthusiasts to explore its barrier islands, pristine beaches, and world-class fishing opportunities. From the bay or pier to a charter boat or kayak, fishing near Rockport challenges anglers of all skill levels to reel in redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and even yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi, and blue marlin. Private RV parks and resorts in town offer access to Rockport Beach Park for sunbathing and swimming as well. Or spend a day in nature at Goose Island State Park—it features one of America’s largest live oaks among marshes and beaches. Both state parks offer RV camping and tent sites on the beach with flush toilets, picnic tables, and cold-water showers. A ferry ride away is Port Aransas and Roberts Point Park—keep an eye out for dolphins, alligators, and roseate spoonbills. Venture farther outside of Rockport to horseback ride on the beach or explore nature trails on Padre Island and Mustang Island. Here, check in at a family homestead with private campsites that welcome kids and provide electric and water hookups, picnic tables, bathrooms, shared kitchens, firepits, and televisions. And Padre Island National Seashore offers tents right on the beach among nesting sea turtles. For glamping, reserve a brand new camper trailer in Corpus Christi and visit Oso Bay Wetlands Preserves, just 30 minutes from Rockport. 

Where to go

Rockport Beach Park

Especially popular among locals and campers in summer, Rockport Beach Park is an excellent spot to enjoy the waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Across the wide sandy area, find picnic tables and cooking grills, perfect for cleaning up and grilling catches from the fishing piers. While there is no overnight camping on Rockport Beach itself, private RV resorts in the area offer comfortable amenities, and some are within reasonable walking distance of the beach.

Goose Island State Park

Goose Island State Park spans over 300 acres of marsh and prairie, featuring camping opportunities right along the coastline. Most campsites by the bay are on the waterfront and have up to 50-amp electric hookups, water hookups, a shade shelter, and a picnic table. Restrooms with showers are also nearby. Other campsites are in a wooded area with large oak trees, like the suitably-named Big Tree. As one of the largest live oaks in the United States, it is thought to be over 1,000 years old. Birding, fishing, and kayaking are popular activities here, but watch out for alligators.

Padre Island National Seashore

A notable coastal home for nesting sea turtles in summer, Padre Island and Mustang Island offer amazing beach camping about an hour drive south of Rockport. The 66 miles of wild coastline make up one of the last intact coastal prairie habitats in the country. Park your RV next to the beach, or set up a tent right on the sand dunes. Operated by the National Park Service, Malaquite Campground has restrooms with flush toilets and cold showers, but no hookups for water or electricity. Shared access to potable water is available.

When to go

Summer temperatures in the Rockport area can get into the high 90s. But, it is also from June to August that Hipcampers have the opportunity to witness sea turtle nesting season on Malaquite Beach by Padre Island visitor’s center. Summer also coincides with excellent fishing in Rockport waters, with chances to hook snapper and mahi mahi. For thinner crowds, consider camping in fall with cooler weather and reduced humidity. Heading into November, migratory birds like whooping cranes start to visit the area.