Edge Of The Waters

Hosted by Tim · Port Bolivar, Texas

12 guests max

100%

38 reviews

Family-friendly

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.

Full RV hookups

Electrical, water, and sewage hookups are available at all sites.

Tim is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at this Hipcamp.

Waterfront RV Port on Bolivar Peninsula. Water, sewer, and electric (20-30-50 amp panel) Covered RV spot with a screen porch. Property is fenced and dogs are welcome. The screened has a dining table with chairs, and also stores some patio chairs to use on the property. They are really great to sit on the dock! There is also a charcoal grill and a crab trap for you to use. (You need a fishing license and bait. Chicken bones works great!) Fishing is great here... the canals have been dredged and folks are catching right of the back of their lots. Community fishing area is on the end of both Van Sant and Mabry, Mabry has a boat ramp. These you cast right off a drop to the intracoastal. Beach Access via community gate at end of street. Combination for those will be shared in arrival instructions. Spot is a residential lot... It is 60 x 130. Canal City is a quiet residential area. The back side fronts on the water. You will probably see more seagulls and purple martins than people. We have weekly discounts. Message me and I can go over them because the Hipcamp platform makes them difficult. It works out to approximately 7 nights for the price of 5. Be prepared: Bolivar has mosquitoes. This is the coast. If it has rained they can be really bad. The county sprays on a regular rotation but it can be bad. They tend to swarm when you pull in. Spray helps. We also send recommendations for what sprays work best for us in the arrival instructions. We do not offer refunds for mosquitoes. We have never found them unmanageable, and the screen porch keeps them almost entirely away. We are east of Rollover Pass. Easiest to arrive through Winnie and south on 124. Unless you are coming from Galveston or southeast Houston it is probably shorter. The ferry is fun (dolphins and such) but the waits can be long. Also: Do not bring loose propane tanks or gasoline cans on the ferry, they will send you away. (Propane on RV is fine, but that is all they allow) https://www.txdot.gov/discover/ferry-boat-schedules/ferry-rules.htmlWaterfront RV port on a canal in sight of the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. You will see tugboats and barges passing by. Crabbing and fishing from the dock. Beach is at the end of the street, approximately 1 mile. The RV cover fits a 34 foot trailer that is just over 11 feet tall. The actual height of the cover is 12 ft 3 inches at the edge of the rig. Longer rigs may stick out the front because of the decking but that is not an issue. Contact with any questions regarding size. There is a screened porch that seems to keep the mosquitoes out enough to enjoy dinner in the evening. The lot is fully fenced and pets are welcome. 50 and 30 amp RV electric and 20 amp plugs are there. City water, septic tank. There is no toilet or shower on site. 10 miles from The Big Store and Crystal Beach restaurants shopping, etc. 8 miles from the High Island Audobon Birding Sanctuaries. Cancelation: Full refund up to 1 week out. After that point there is a cancelation fee of one night rent to cover prep costs.

RV details

Travel trailers, Pop-up campers, Class B RVs, Class C RVs, Campervans, and Cars allowed

Have not verified height and approach for taller units.

Vehicles under 35 feet allowed

Back-in site

Accommodates slideouts

Surface type: Loose Gravel

Have not tried a RV with slides on both sides. Would fit but will probably block walkways. Can accomodate longer but won't fully fit under the cover.

Surface levelness: Flat

Have not tried a RV with slides on both sides. Would fit but will probably block walkways. Can accomodate longer but won't fully fit under the cover.

No Fifth wheels, Toy haulers, and Class A RVs

Have not verified height and approach for taller units.

Electrical hookup available

50 amps

Water hookup available

On-site hookup

Sewage hookup available

On-site hookup

No TV hookup

Generators not allowed

Not needed and it is a quiet area.

What to expect

Vehicle site

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

12 guests max

Pets allowed

Off leash, on leash. The property is fully fenced but PLEASE walk the perimeter to make sure there are no gaps under the fence. Loop the chain and hook back on the gate, split gates are easily pushed open. Do not let your dogs bother the neighbors. Barking is fine. Constant is not. Do not leave them outside when you are not there. Clean up after your pets.

No campfires

No toilet; campers must bring camp toilets

Potable water available

No showers

Pack it out

Cooking equipment absent

Picnic table absent

No wifi

Laundry absent

Hot Tub absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Head straight to site

Cancellation policy: Strict

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% Recommend40 ratings · 38 reviews

Edge of the Waters is a tranquil spot that offers a blend of nature and convenience. Campers consistently appreciate the fenced property, making it ideal for pets and providing a secure feel. The canal offers opportunities for fishing and crabbing, with many guests enjoying the peaceful atmosphere and easy access to the beach. Host Tim is noted for his responsiveness and helpfulness, contributing to the overall positive experience.

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· October 2025

16 ft car · With pets

Edge of the Waters was perfect for what we needed. We really enjoyed the screen porch and the property was fenced for my dogs and also made us feel more secure being behind a fence. Everything was just as it was stated on the website. The canal behind the house was enjoyable. We could see water even though we were not right on the beach.

Toni C.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· September 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Great place to stay . Enjoyed catching a few crabs, then relaxed and ate them in the screened shelter. Nice thick lawn, perfect for barefooters .

Carl B.

2 reviews

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· August 2025

33 ft travel trailer · Group trip

Great site! Beautiful sunrises, peaceful neighborhood and easy access to fishing.

Kristin F.

2 reviews

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· August 2025

29 ft travel trailer · With kids

We have stayed here multiple times. It is peaceful, quiet, and located just a fee minutes from the beach. The kids love fishing off the dock for fish and crabs.

Brandie G.

2 reviews

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· July 2025

Family weekend getaway

33 ft travel trailer · With pets

The RV parking was nice almost everything you could need was already there for you! Would highly recommend for families with dogs and small children. Tim was super nice and very responsive with helpful tips and tricks.

Petra D.

3 reviews

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· June 2025

Perfect for Anglers and Dogs

32 ft travel trailer

Relaxing Canal-Side Escape – Just got back from an amazing stay at Waters Edge, right on a canal, and wow, what a spot! If you're looking for a great location for fishing, crabbing, and just plain relaxing, this is it. The property itself is really nice and well-kept. Plus, it's completely fenced, which was a huge bonus for us since we brought the dogs along. The dock out back was perfect for casting a line or setting out a crab trap. And get this – there's even a public spot to fish the intercoastal within walking distance, right down the road. Talk about options! They really thought of everything you'd need on site. All the hookups (water, electric, sewer) worked perfectly, and it was super convenient. We even had our choice of two BBQ grills. One of my favorite features was the screened-in patio area; it was awesome to sit outside and enjoy the breeze without getting eaten alive by bugs. While they provided just about everything, you'll want to remember to bring your own fishing pole. But honestly, that's a small detail. Our host, Tim, was super helpful and stayed in touch throughout our stay, making sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back!

Lynae B.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

Loved being right on the canal, enjoyed the crabs. Nice quiet place. Loved watching the barges on the intercostal .

Carl B.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

Lovely quiet spot (and fenced!)

33 ft travel trailer

Loved having a fenced yard for our pup! Tim was great and had great communication! (He even communicated even though on a trip of his own with no cell service!) Nice and private with minimal neighbors using their spots even though it was spring break! Would highly recommend!

Valerie B.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

18 ft travel trailer

Love Love Love! It was exactly what we were looking for! It is very simple and not fancy but has everything you need! Can fish from the grass and use the dock for crabbing! Has the green lights which is a bonus for fishers and the crabbing net was great! I appreciate all the detailed instructions before arrival, made the setup easy and definitely appreciated the heads up about the mosquitos! We didn’t see any until dark and we were able to utilize the out door screened in space for dinner! The fenced yard is great, we had fur babies and it was nice to let them run around! Not many of the lots had a full fence so it was definitely a bonus! Tim was a great host and is very accommodating! We will be back very soon!

Elizabeth C.

7 reviews

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· February 2025

Perfect for your furbabies!!

26 ft travel trailer

We LOVE this place!! This was our 2nd stay & we'll continue to go back. The yard is fenced & clean our fur babies enjoy being able to run around & play and I enjoy the security of knowing they are not going to run off. Tim is a great host from the time you check in until the time you check out. New fishing lights were installed this time & it was great. Don't forget your mosquito spray this time of the year!!

Imelda C.

2 reviews

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· December 2024

30 ft pop-up camper · Group trip

Great location, well maintained bulkhead, nice pier to fish from. Liquor/grocery stores are closeby and very well stocked, should you forget any essentials! We will be back again!

Jessica M.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· November 2024

Excellent Spot. Nice & Quiet

26 ft travel trailer · With kids

We had a great time here & our host Tim was super helpful & attentive. The surroundings were great . We'll definitely be back.

Imelda C.

2 reviews

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· November 2024

Awesome place

27 ft travel trailer

Great location. Very private and nice view of the tugs. Very nice having fully fenced place for the dogs. Will be back again.

Tom S.

7 reviews

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· October 2024

28 ft Class C

Great location for fishing. Rv cover was great for shade.

Tracy G.

2 reviews

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· October 2024

24 ft travel trailer

Extremely quiet! Great water access, canal, Intercoastal and beach all very close. My dogs loved being able to roam freely. Tim communicated before, during, and after our stay.

Jason T.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Great little spot

16 ft pop-up camper

This place was perfect! It was in a great spot with plenty of great places to fish and crab. The neighbors are nice and the host is the best. He was very helpful and answered questions quickly. It has a screened in place to sit and a covered area to either park your rv or your vehicle. It’s right on the canal and just a few houses down is the intercoastal waterway.

Heather G.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· September 2024

Great fenced in campsite!

19 ft travel trailer · With pets

This is a GREAT site! We loved that it was fenced in so we could let our dogs out and run around. Hook ups were easy to reach. It was a very clean and enjoyable campsite. We hope to visit again soon.

Justin F.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· August 2024

32 ft travel trailer · With kids

We come down a few times a year and always prefer to stay on the bay side. The kids cause some catfish and crabs, and I can complain endlessly about the massive gar that I lost right at the dock. The property is nice and quiet and good for a relaxing stay.

Brandie G.

2 reviews

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· July 2024

27 ft travel trailer · With kids

We really enjoyed our stay here. Tim was great and we loved being so close to the part of the beach that wasn't crowded. Having a fence was awesome.

Suzanne G.

4 reviews

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· June 2024

30 ft travel trailer · With kids

Edge Of The Waters is great place to stay! Views are breathtaking, fishing was phenomenal, the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. Loved watching the big boats go by. We will definitely be back to stay in the future.

Sarah R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· May 2024

Great stay!

35 ft travel trailer · Group trip

Great camping spot hosted by great folks! Give Edge of the waters a shot and neither it nor Tim will disappoint you. Thanks again Tim and looking forward to the next stay!

Steven S.

3 reviews

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· May 2024

Great for peaceful camping!

35 ft travel trailer · Group trip

Our second stay here and it is awesome! Laid back, no noise, covered RV spot, big yard for the dogs, and now that the canal has been dredged we are catching some good Redfish off the dock! Tim is a great host and very accommodating. Neighbors are welcoming and friendly. We will be booking here again!

Steven S.

3 reviews

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· May 2024

21 ft campervan

Quiet, peaceful place on a canal. Really convenient to the beach but just far enough away to have relaxing evenings at camp. Great host.

Brian R.

2 years on Hipcamp

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· April 2024

14 ft travel trailer · With pets

Great proximity to High Island birding sites for spring migration. Screened in nook was welcome relief from mosquitos. So appreciated fenced yard for our dog. Quiet street, no traffic or noise.

Annette R.

1 year on Hipcamp

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· April 2024

Laid back

33 ft travel trailer

Great location and easy to catch blue crabs for dinner Quiet and relaxing spot to just hang out!

Sharon N.

3 reviews

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· April 2024

Nice spot!

21 ft travel trailer · With pets

Enjoyed our stay at Edge of the Waters. The dogs loved running around in the fenced-in area. Also took in the early migration at the Rookery at High Island.

Stuart O.

4 reviews

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· April 2024

Perfect on the bay!

34 ft travel trailer

Fresh blue crabs for dinner any or all nights! Nice fishing right in backyard and fur babies got to roam in fenced area.

Sharon N.

3 reviews

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· April 2024

Good times

33 ft travel trailer

Have our fur babies be able run and enjoy the trip. As well as blue crabs each day was added bonus to every meal. Would recommend again and again

Sharon N.

3 reviews

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· March 2024

13 ft pop-up camper · Group trip

We enjoyed staying on Tim's property (Edge Of The Waters) very much. It was on a quiet street with very little traffic. Short drive to town to get groceries or eat at a restaurant. The beach is very close, one mile drive to the highway and the beach access is almost straight across. Tim was very quick to respond to messages and he even checked on us a couple of time to make sure everything was good. I would very much stay here again and would recommend it to anyone. Thanks Tim

Eric C.

2 reviews

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· February 2024

Camping near Crystal Beach

24 ft Class C

My 24 foot long and 10.5 foot high motorhome fit perfectly in the covered shelter. The little screened in porch was perfect at keeping the mosquitoes out while still being able to enjoy the outdoors. It was a little over a mile walk to get to the beach but a nice breeze for half the trip kept the mosquitoes from biting. The sunsets on this little piece of land were spectacular. I would definitely return.