Hiking trails, a 6-mile kayak paddle route along the San Antonio River, and fishing access give campers at Jacales Camping Area a reasonable range of activity within Goliad State Park. The Jacales loop sits close to a historic 16th-century Spanish mission, and a bike trail connects the campground directly to that site and into town, which makes it a workable base for anyone interested in the area's history alongside the outdoor recreation.
Sites in the loop include water and electric hookups at every spot, plus two large parking spaces per site, a picnic table, a shade pavilion, and a grill. Shade trees are present throughout. Reviewers consistently note the sites sit close together with limited privacy, and one camper described the layout as "camping in a big parking lot," which is worth knowing before booking. Sheltered sites have ceiling fans inside, which helps with bugs during warmer months. A small playground is on-site, and the park also has walk-in tent sites and small cabins as alternatives, with Longhorn Camping Area and Vaquero Camping Area also within the park for different site configurations.
Shower facilities are a recurring topic in reviews. Water pressure gets positive marks, but the bathrooms are described as old and small, with each gender having only one shower stall. Cleanliness is generally adequate, though mold on shower curtains has been noted. Campers should also be aware that the trailhead can be tricky to locate due to discrepancies between posted maps and mowed paths. Reservations are available through Texas Parks and Wildlife, and booking ahead is advisable for spring and holiday weekends.
Description
Campsites with Electricity People per Site: 8 Number of Sites: 14 These sites (# 21-26, 32-33, 39-44) are in the Jacales Camping Area, located near the Group Hall. These sites are suitable for both RV and tent camping.
Picnic table Water Fire ring and/or grill 20/30/50-amp electric hookup Tents allowed Restrooms with showers nearby
Campsites with Water (Walk-in) People per Site: 8 Number of Sites: 10 These tent sites (# 27-31, 34-38) are in the Jacales Camping Area and are a good option for a group of campers. There are water spigots in this area that are shared between campsites. Parking is located a short walk away from the campsites.
Covered picnic table Fire ring and/or grill Walk in 30-100 yards Tent camping only Shared water spigots Restrooms with showers nearby
Fee Info
Information and prices can change. Parks charge a daily entrance fee in addition to any facility fees, unless otherwise stated.
Purchase a Texas State Park Pass to enjoy free entry to more than 80 state parks for you and your guests for one year.
You may bring pets to most state parks, but they cannot enter Texas State Park buildings. Learn about rules for pets at state parks. For park-specific pet restrictions, contact the park.
Call the park or the Customer Service Center (512) 389-8900 for more information.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsJacales Camping Area is located in Texas near Goliad
Directions
From Austin: Hwy 183 South to Goliad. From Houston: Hwy 59 South to Goliad. Left on Hwy 77A/183, one mile south. From Corpus Christi: IH 37 to Hwy 77. Right on Hwy 77 to Refugio. Left on Hwy 77A/183 North to Goliad State Park. From San Antonio: Hwy 181 to Kenedy. Left on FM 72 then right on FM 239 Left on Hwy 59 to Hwy 77A/183. Right on 77A/183 one mile south to Goliad State Park. From Laredo: Hwy 59 North to Goliad. Right on Hwy 77A/183 one mile to Goliad State Park.
Address
108 PARK ROAD 6
Goliad, TX 77963
Coordinates
28.656704505152277 N
97.38559663548891 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 8 usersLast on 8/3/26
- Verizon5GGood CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 8/3/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 2/24/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 27 min from Victoria, TX
- 1 hr 14 min from Corpus Christi, TX
- 1 hr 37 min from San Antonio, TX
- 2 hrs 9 min from Austin, TX
















