Karankawa Camping Area, near Goliad, Texas, is a solid spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors while soaking up some local history. With spacious sites shaded by trees, it’s a comfortable place to set up camp, whether you’re in a tent, RV, or even a cabin.

The campground offers essential amenities like drinking water, electric hookups, and clean restrooms, making it a convenient choice for families and groups. Campers have noted that the area is generally clean and easy to navigate, which is always a plus. One visitor mentioned, “Each site is very spacious. Lots of trees and shade for South Texas.”

If you’re into history, you’re in luck! The campground is right next to a historic site that showcases Texas's rich past. Plus, the nearby river is a beautiful spot, especially in spring when the bluebonnets bloom. Just be prepared for some bugs; a few campers have suggested bringing a tent screen to keep the critters at bay.

While the atmosphere can get lively at times, many appreciate the friendly vibe and the chance to connect with nature. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Karankawa Camping Area has a little something for everyone.

For further information about this park, [_Click here_](http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/goliad)

**If your plans change, please modify or cancel your reservation as soon as possible to allow someone else to enjoy the park.**  
  
**DAY USE FEE:**   
$4 per day, per person 13 and older.   
  
**OFFICE AND GATE INFORMATION:**  
The park office is open daily from 8:30am to 4:30pm.  
Gate to the park opens at 8am and locks at 10pm.  
  
**PARK PHONE NUMBER:** 361-645-3405

Karankawa Camping Area — Goliad State Park

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The Best Camping Near Goliad, Texas

Goliad is next to a historic site for Texas history. The river is beautiful and during the spring time there are tons of blue bonnets that bloom.

Quiet and historic 

Each site is very spacious. Lots of trees and shade for South Texas. Bathrooms were ok. Lots of bugs but clean.

Lots of space for each site. Lots of trees and shade for South Texas. 

The sites weren’t too bad, but there were a lot of ants and insects around that’s even more than usual. Definitely bring a tent screen. I don’t think it’s specific to the campsite as there were insects all around town, or probably due to the time of the year. Other than that, campgrounds were clean and easy to enter. Historic sites were close by and interesting. 

Lots of bugs 

Close to road, 9 million dogs barking all around, loud music after midnight.  Awful.

Loudest campsite on earth

This park was so great. There was all kinds of history there that you can see for very low prices and also for free.
In the tone of Goliath at their courthouse to have a famous hanging tree that was used to hang people still standing..
About 3 miles down the road is Presidio La Bahia. Built by the Spanish army in the mid 1700s. Home of the Goliath massacre. If you enjoy history, you're really gonna love the goalie at State park.

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