Carly's Bait And Boondocking

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13 reviews

· Port Lavaca, Calhoun, Texas · 1 acre

Hosted by Marc J.

5 RV/tent sites

Nomadic camping

Best for self-contained campers. There are no toilets, showers, or potable water at this Hipcamp.

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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.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 nearby. 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.

RV details

Caravans, Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, Trailer tents, Motorhome, Campervan, Class C (larger motorhome with overcab space), Campervans, and Cars allowed

Tents welcome also.

Vehicles under 30 meters allowed

Pull-in unit

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Grass or field

Surface levelness: Flat

Generators allowed

No electrical hookup

No water hookup

No sewage hookup

No TV hookup

What to expect

RV/tent site

Camping area selected or assigned upon arrival.

10 guests max per site

Campfires allowed

Firewood provided, firepit. A fire pit will be provided. Bring your own wood, or it's available for a small fee. Campers are responsible for following any burn bans.

Pets allowed

On leash. While on property, all pets must be under control and leashed. No continuously barking dogs, please. No dogs are allowed to be left unattended.

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

No drinking water

Bring your own water. I have water on site if needed up to 100 gallons for a small fee.

No showers

Public showers and restrooms are off site but very close. Beach access across the street, to also wash off.

Pack it out

Pack it in, pack it out. You are responsible for any and all of your garbage. Garbage cans are located on public beach nearby.

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Excellent cell service both at camp and the beach.

Laundry absent

Several laundry mats are close by in Port Lavaca.

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Public playground and park walking distance from camp

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 9:00 AM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 12 months out

Park at listing

Wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

During your trip

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Reviews

100% Recommend14 ratings · 13 reviews

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· April 2025

Relaxing camping and fishing spot

Tent

My Girlfriend and I had a great time camping and fishing under the stars. Marc was very nice and helpful; even setting a bait trap for us prior to arrival which was much appreciated. Thank-you!

Bryan D.

3 reviews

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· April 2025

5 m campervan

Always a great stop, Marc is a great host, always willing to help.

Ian C.

6 reviews

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· March 2025

5 m campervan

Awesome host, great site, hopefully back next year.

Ian C.

6 reviews

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· March 2025

4 m pop-up camper

I was impressed with Marc’s friendliness & location of his spot

Phil S.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

Lots of 🎣 spots nearby

Tent

Please Note: We tent camp to fish so our experience was based on mostly fishing. We had a great time! This spot is about 100 yards from the beach. There is a public bathroom and outdoor showers nearby. There are piers and small jetties to fish from close by. There is a boat ramp about 5mins away at Indianola. Marc has a nice little setup on the back end of the camp for some fishing and we were easily able to launch kayaks into the saltwater lake/marsh. Saw tons of big reds. Unfortunately, the wind (20s sustained & 40mph gust) limited our time and range on the kayaks. Even so, we were able to catch a nice slot red in the marsh that we gifted to Marc. Definitely don't recommend wade fishing back there due to the soil being very muddy/soft and is a major safety hazard. 1 step and your leg is calf deep in the mud (wouldn't wanna get stuck or sucked into the deeper parts of the lake). Marc was great and we definitely plan to revist in the summer.

Rolando R.

3 months on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

5 m campervan

Loved the peace and quiet. Spacious camp site practically on the beach Marc is a great host. Will definitely be back if back in the area.

Ian C.

6 reviews

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· March 2025

Phil

4 m pop-up camper

Greatest host & views are fantastic! Area has “lots” of history & bird life. Don’t pass on this spot 😎

Phil S.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

A little bit of paradise

6 m campervan

This is a tranquil spot where you can see the sunrise over the ocean in front of the property and the sunset over an estuary behind the property. Quiet base from which to walk the beach, bike on Ocean drive, fish, and more. Marc is a great host and knows the local scene very well.

Karen Janice M.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

Peaceful spot

6 m Class B

The front side of the property has great views of the ocean and sunrises, while the back side looks over an estuary and peaceful sunsets. Marc is an excellent host with interesting knowledge of the local scene.

Karen Janice M.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

Little bit of paradise.

5 m campervan

It was as awesome site as cross from small beach, but beach ran for the miles up and down. Quiet, relaxing. Marc and Laura were great hosts. I'm going back.

Ian C.

6 reviews

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· December 2024

Good camping and fishing spot!

Tent

Beautiful view on both ends of the property! Highly recommend for a spot to sleep. Bring bug spray the mosquitoes are baaaaaaad

Thomas R.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· December 2024

Great location along in quiet town

12 m fifth wheel

What a great property to relax and enjoy the beautiful Texas Coast! My pup and I enjoyed a long walk along the beach and from my camp I watched the sun rise over the bay and set into the wetlands (a bird sanctuary!). The property is private and surrounded by nature, yet it is close to beach parks, nature trails, and the marina bar/restaurant. I am already looking forward to my next stay!

Laura G.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Magnolia Beach and Carly’s!

6 m campervan

Marc has an amazing spot on the TX coast!! It’s right across the street from the beach/ocean and there is a bird sanctuary/pond on the other side! It’s absolutely beautiful, clean and peaceful. Marc is a wonderful host and was helpful with directions and setting up a few things on my van. He has lots of boondocking experience. The town is small and friendly. Most people know each other. Beautiful sunrise and sunsets!! I’ll definitely be back!

Tyler D.

6 reviews