The best camping near Goliad State Park & Historic Site

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58 sites · RVs, Tents In Goliad State Park & Historic Site

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Oxbow Paradise

4 sites · RVs, Tents886 acres · Victoria, TX

Owned and operated by the same family for over 100 years.

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Hansler Eye Of The Water Camp

6 sites · Tents100 acres · Runge, TX

Welcome to our diverse camping haven! Spanning 100 acres, our camp boasts a variety of terrains and water features. Explore forested areas teeming with wildlife, including a mile of winding creek and over 250 yards of San Antonio Riverfront. Fishing, kayaking, and swimming opportunities abound, offering top-notch outdoor adventures. While our sites are currently extremely primitive, we provide drinking water at the entrance and a convenient port-o-potty near the camping sites. Each campsite is equipped with log benches and a sandstone fire-ring, ensuring a comfortable and cozy experience amidst nature's beauty.

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Dead End Creek

10 sites · RVs, Tents20 acres · Goliad, TX

South Texas off-grid camping at its most rugged. No running water, no paved roads, no electricity.... but you get total privacy! Get away from it all and pitch your tent, hang a hammock or boondock your camper van in total seclusion. Approximately 20 acres on a creek to explore with lots of curious wildlife including turkey, deer, and armadillos. Walking trails abound with 2 reservable campsites with firepits, and an unbeatable sunset view overlooking a quiet creek. Contactless check in, unique gate code provided prior to arrival. Centrally located shared outhouse, just a 1-2 minute walk from any campsite.

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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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Freedom Harvest Farms

4 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Taft, TX

A 10 Acre Family Homestead. We grow food to feed our family here. While doing that we have developed a lovely farm to host on. Freedom Harvest Farms is a sanctuary for wellness and healing. Life, diversity and resources are respected here. This is a place of learning and teaching a constant interaction with vitality. On property there are humans, dogs, pigs, cows, chickens, ducks, rabbits and a diverse parade of wildlife, plants and insects! Several large gardens, a pond, picnic tables, outdoor bathroom, kitchen, tv, fireplace, fire pits

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A Pirates' Paradise

1 site · RV1 acre · Fulton, TX

A Pirates' Paradise is a RV lot in the small, cozy downtown of Fulton, which is along the Texas Tropical Trail and a significant stop along the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail. You are only three blocks to the bay, harbor, fishing pier, bars and restaurants. You have exclusive use of a 50- by 125-ft lot with water, sewer and electric included in the rate. The driveway and RV pad are grass over a hard-packed, crushed limestone base. Nearby attractions include the Fulton Fishing Pier (0.5-mile), Fulton Mansion (0.5-mile), Rockport Beach and Harbor (3-miles), Rockport Center for the Arts (3.5-miles), Port Aransas (23-miles), Aransas National Wildlife Refuge (45-miles) and quite a few bars and restaurants within walking distance.

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Cormorant Landing

1 site · RV1 acre · Rockport, TX

1/4 acre private RV lot with 40'x20' fishing deck over the canal waters leading to Copano Bay. Launch your kayaks (provided) or enjoy fishing right from the deck. Sports fishing light and fish cleaning stand complete the full fishing experience. This pet-friendly property boasts full hookups and WiFi. Lot is fenced on 3 sides, water side is not fenced, so you can let your dogs run and play. Concrete driveway is 20' wide and goes from the street to the deck. Hookups are conveniently located next to each other and everything is provided at no additional expense. Fire pit doubles as a grill, and there is also a big charcoal grill suitable for cooking a brisket or the catch of the day. For larger groups the house next door, Cormorant Crossing, is a vacation rental that is capable of sleeping 8 guests.

Circle Z Camp

2 sites · RVs10 acres · Runge, TX

There are 9 acres on high ground with a stocked pond(catfish, bluegil, bass). 1 acre on the San Antonio River. Great for kayaking (4 kayaks are available). There may be a golf cart available. ATv's are allowed. Great for family get togethers. You can fish, swim, bbq, or hang out around the fire and watch the sun set or star gaze.

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Waterfront Getaway Lavaca Bay

1 site · RV7 acres · Port Lavaca, TX

Pitch your tent, pop your pop-up, or back up the van to the little mesa on the water. Pack-in, pack-out paradise for fishing, grilling, and sea-gazing. Just under an acre of green grass flanked by trees on each side, on the shore of Lavaca Bay - a prime fishing destination for bay anglers. The land is flat, 20+ feet above sea level, with plenty of room for camping and relaxing. Closer to the water, the land slopes down a slope down to a small plateau on the shore with a bulkhead about 4-5 feet above the water. The lot is in a small subdivision whose friendly neighbors enjoy a quiet working life or retirement.

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BayRock Retreat at Copano Bay

1 site · RV1 acre · Fulton, 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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Nueces River Retreat

35 sites · RVs4 acres · George West, TX

Nestled along the Nueces River with huge live oak trees and some of the best fishing and hunting in Texas, Riverfront RV Park is the place to stay! The park was built in 2012 and owned by a family of avid fishermen, who now live in Rockport and enjoy their careen as guides. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Nueces Paddling Trail is about a quarter mile up river from the park and features a public boat ramp. The terrain along the river has some nice rolling hills and nature lovers will appreciate the wildlife in the area. Learn more about this land:Right on the Nueces River with huge live oak trees, providing plenty of shade. Quiet and peaceful with lots of wildlife. Free WiFi provided for all! Come Enjoy!

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Fish & Chill-Waterfront RV site

1 site · RV1 acre · Rockport, TX

Private, one RV only, campsite with full hookups (RV not included and no tents allowed). The property is on a canal and fully fenced. Pets are welcome and can be off leash under supervision. Fishing from private dock with fish cleaning table or use the 2 kayaks on site to paddle a short distance to Salt Lake and Copano Bay. 60 feet of level parking for your RV. Picnic table with shade umbrella. Charcoal grill. Come fish and chill with your friends and family in peace without strangers right on top of you. You have the whole place to yourself! Quiet rural area, yet close to shops and restaurants. F&C-where having your own space is the best amenity.

The best camping near Goliad State Park & Historic Site guide

Overview

About

Enjoy the singular experience of camping on historic grounds at Goliad State Park, the site of Mission Espíritu Santo, a Spanish mission, and Presidio La Bahia, a fort used to protect the mission that played a role in the Texas Revolution. Park rangers lead historic talks and guided hikes at Goliad, which also offers spacious, pet-friendly camping. Hipcampers will enjoy fishing, a hiking and biking trail, and launching kayaks and canoes to paddle the six miles of Goliad Paddling Trail on the San Antonio River. Nearby is the birthplace of General Ignacio Zaragoza, the Mexican general who led the charge against French troops on what is now celebrated as Cinco de Mayo. Goliad State Park is located two hours southeast of San Antonio and within an hour’s drive of the Texas Gulf Coast.

Notable campgrounds

Best overall camp experience: The water-only Longhorn Tent Camping Area is near restroom facilities and offers plenty of shade near the river.
Best for hikers: The water-only sites of the Vaquero Tent Camping Area are nicely shaded and close to the San Antonio River Trail.
Best for RVers: The Karankawa Camping Area offers RV camping with full electrical hookups, as well as five screened shelters near the playground.

Tips for snagging a campsite

Campsite reservations can be made up to five months in advance on the Texas State Parks reservation website.
Jacales offers the most spaces, and those sites tend to be more frequently available, but if you’re looking for a shaded campsite, you may wish to hold out for a more scenic spot along the river in Longhorn or Vaquero.

When to go

The park’s busiest season is December through March. The summer months in south Texas can be very hot and humid. Consider visiting during shoulder seasons of October and November or April and May.

Know before you go

Rising levels of the San Antonio River occasionally mean closures of that portion of the campground. Check for notices before you arrive.
Visitors enjoy fishing for sunfish, bass, and catfish on the San Antonio River. No fishing license is required. You may borrow gear from the camp headquarters.
Canoes and kayaks cannot be rented here, so bring your own.
During rainy months, mosquitoes can be pesky along the river, so bring insect repellent.
Pets are allowed at this campground