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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Chapman Ranch, TX

348 Reviews
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Padre Island National Seashore offers multiple pet-friendly camping options within a short drive of Chapman Ranch. North Beach and South Beach provide free dispersed camping directly on the Gulf shoreline where pets are welcome year-round with proper management. Both beaches require permits and allow fires, though facilities are limited. Dogs must remain leashed in all developed areas, including campgrounds and the visitor center, while providing proper waste disposal. Several campers report the convenience of bringing portable pet enclosures due to the constant coastal winds that can unsettle animals.

Port Aransas Permit Beach and Mustang Island State Park Campground provide additional pet-friendly alternatives with varying amenities. The state park includes electric and water hookups suitable for RVs, though drinking water access is limited. Padre Balli County Park offers full-service RV camping with pets allowed, featuring water, electric, and sewer connections along with picnic tables. The proximity to Bob Hall Pier allows for convenient dog walks along the shoreline. The maintained beach access points have pet waste stations at major entrances, making cleanup convenient for overnight campers with dogs.

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Best Dog-Friendly Sites Near Chapman Ranch, Texas (91)

    1. Mustang Island State Park Campground

    34 Reviews
    Rockport, TX
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 749-5246

    $25 / night

    "We camped in the RV area, which has electrical hook ups and water but you have to drive to the dump station."

    "Fishing is free and legal in state Texas state parks without a license.)

    The beach is away from the touristy areas of Corpus!"

    2. North Beach — Padre Island National Seashore

    15 Reviews
    Padre Island National Seashore, TX
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 949-8068

    "Tables set up to be behind your rv. Kind of a strange setup. Showers and baths were clean. Laundry on site. Somewhat protected by dunes. No view of water. Pretty cheap and good access to beach."

    "It is large and paved, good amenities, good access to the beach. The beach spans the entire gulf coast if you are interested in walking from Florida to Mexico."

    3. South Beach — Padre Island National Seashore

    12 Reviews
    Padre Island National Seashore, TX
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 949-8068

    "There is a whole lot of Texas, but not a ton of public land lies therein. One exception to this is Padre Island National Seashore."

    "PINS has always been my go to as far as Texas Overlanding goes."

    4. Padre Balli County Park

    10 Reviews
    Padre Island National Seashore, TX
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 949-8121

    "The proximity to the Gulf of America and the full hookup sites are an awesome combination."

    "I love this site Best in Texas, you can see and hear the ocean from your tent, and its on the Island so there are a lot of attractions for visitors."

    5. Firefly Coastal Bend- Corpus Christi

    4 Reviews
    Corpus Christi, TX
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (980) 249-3240

    $47 - $68 / night

    "The resort is incredibly family-friendly and pet-friendly, making it an ideal destination for everyone."

    "This was the perfect place to stay in proximity of our son's house. Nice, clean campground with bay views , great sunrise and sunset. The only negative is you have to prepay your stay 10 in advance ."

    6. Colonia Del Rey RV Park

    4 Reviews
    Corpus Christi, TX
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 937-2435

    $43 - $80 / night

    "This place is centrally located near a lot of services and activities. There's lots of pavement, which is not a huge selling point, but the dust is greatly reduced as a result."

    "The park is close to H-E-B and not too far from multiple beaches."

    7. NAS RV Park Corpus Christi

    3 Reviews
    Corpus Christi, TX
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 961-1293

    $12 - $20 / night

    "Potholes are horrible in some areas. 2nd the picnic tables are so rusted through that many are unusable. 3rd the goat heads or grass burrs are a nightmare especially if you step on one in the middle"

    "Wi-Fi was nearly unusable but T-Mobile 5G was over 200Mbps down and perfect for working remotely."

    8. Padre Island South Beach

    1 Review
    Padre Island National Seashore, TX
    15 miles

    $14 - $18 / night

    9. Shields Park NAS Recreation Site

    1 Review
    Corpus Christi, TX
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (361) 961-1293

    "Very nice campground if you don’t take your dogs or walk barefoot. Lots of what I call goat head stickers. It also has a constant wind flow but beautiful views and lots of beach walking."

    10. Port Aransas Permit Beach

    18 Reviews
    Port Aransas, TX
    29 miles
    Website

    "Port Aransas Beach On Rt 361 Texas near Corpus Christi. This entire area is awesome and windy :) Worth the drive and you can easily spend a week here and not visit all of the areas."

    "Beautiful beaches, some of the clearest water you will find in Texas. Head towards the state park for quieter crowds. Swim at your own risk!"

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348 Reviews of 91 Chapman Ranch Campgrounds

  • Clayton R.
    Jun. 18, 2022

    Southern Oaks Luxury RV Park

    Nice, clean place to stay a while.

    We stayed for four nights and we enjoyed our stay. The roads and pads were all nice, level concrete.

    I didn't see the pool myself, but my wife and daughter enjoyed it while I was at work. The playgrounds were nice, but could use some more shade. Same with the dog park.

    The dog water fountains at the dog park were not working, so that would have been nice since it is so hot right now. The dog park is just open space with a fence right now, but the front desk said there are agility features coming soon.

    The grass and trees were clean and trimmed, but there are stickers in the grass, so beware stepping off the concrete pad barefoot.

  • K
    Feb. 18, 2020

    Copano Bay RV Resort

    This is a lovely ran RV resort.

    The manager is very friendly. They have laundry. They provide quarters for purchase. They have a fishing dock off the campground. A pool. And a dog park.

  • B
    Oct. 15, 2019

    EZ Living RV Park

    Oasis on the Lake

    An affordable quiet campground on the lake in South Texas. Beautfiul oak trees and sites are nicely kept. A perfect place place to fish and very pet friendly. No extra fees for people or pets.

  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 17, 2025

    Gulf Waters RV Resort

    Beautiful Place

    It's a great place to stay !!! Staff is nice and very helpful. Showers are clean. Every lot is different and some are very unique !!! I would venture to say that they all have different owners and some are for sale. The best part is the short walk or golf cart ride to the beach and ocean!!! Now for the downside of this place that we have found ! Mosquitoes in the evenings and mornings are intense especially around the ponds and grassy areas. So if you have pets be prepared to get eaten !!! The pet areas are close to the ponds and are small to say the least !!! The pet areas are scattered around the camp sites. Some are close to some of the campers. There are two vacant lots on the very Eastside of the property that are ok. The problem with these are that they have stickers (sand burrs)and if you have small hairy dogs it could be a horrible experience for your pet!!!

    There are some full time owners/ residents/ guests. We have found a mix of campers. From the $30 k to the over $500 k plus crowd. Some people are friendly and some are not!!!! There is a private vibe to most of the crowd we feel!!!

    You can also rent golf carts and drive them to Port A. You will have to drive them on the beach if you want to go to town on them. They are not allowed on the Highway !!

    These are just our opinions and what we have experienced !! Have a great camping experience!!! That is all!!!

  • Thomas B.
    Nov. 12, 2020

    Taylor Oaks RV Park

    Not my favorite way to camp but the price was right

    Not my favorite way to camp, but the price was right. We were pretty cramped but the whole place was very quiet. There weren't any kids at all, other than ours. Dog friendly environment but none running loose at all. There was a friendly peacock wandering about who loved grapes.

    Easy parking, pull through spots.

    The laundry room was very clean which was much appreciated. $1.75 per washer & dryer.

    We were parked right across from the owners/manager which was fine, just felt a bit like we were watched. Mind you, we're used to being in the middle of no where though😂. Owners helped us park and have been super friendly the whole time.

    There's a small dog park across from the rv park, which was full of burrs and mosquitoes unfortunately. Apparently they are both bad this year.

    It was only 0.4 miles to the water and 1 mile to rockport beach- we biked and walked.. it was a nice area to explore. Photo is from rockport beach taken in November.

  • Pamela M.
    Jun. 1, 2019

    Sea Breeze RV Community Resort

    Family Friendly, breezy, clean, Swimming pool.

    Facilities include fishing pier and swimming pool. Family friendly medium priced. Horseshoes, pet run, Wi Fi included.

  • A
    May. 23, 2018

    Goose Island State Park Campground

    Large campsites, but lots of mosquitoes

    large well spaced out campsites. Allows pets. Quiet. Great area if you like to fish. Only downside was lots of bugs, especially mosquitoes.

  • Larry T.
    May. 6, 2023

    Mathis Motor Inn & RV Park

    Support Veteran Owners

    Recently stayed here cause we got in late and they were the only 1 open to take us in. Well lighten up and loved the laundry room. The manager came out to settle up the next morning and even gave us a free rv mug for our stay. Pet friendly.  Showers  were nice & clean! Wish the pool was open because we had to stay another night but we were told it will be ready soon. The friendly German Shepherd was a bonus since we had our pets out and seems to be unbothered them😳. We will be back for sure. Thank you for the pleasant stay.

Guide to Chapman Ranch

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Chapman Ranch, Texas, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Mustang Island State Park Campground

  • Enjoy the convenience of electric hookups and drinking water at Mustang Island State Park Campground, making it easy to camp with your pet.
  • This campground allows pets and features picnic tables, perfect for enjoying meals outdoors with your four-legged companions.
  • Located close to the Gulf, you can take your dog for beach walks and enjoy the scenic views together.

Dog owners appreciate Gulf Waters Beach Front RV Resort

  • At Gulf Waters Beach Front RV Resort, pets are welcome, and the resort offers spacious sites with unique amenities like cabanas and outdoor seating areas.
  • The resort is just a short walk from the beach, allowing you to take your dog for a fun day in the sun and surf.
  • With a heated pool and friendly staff, this well-reviewed spot ensures a comfortable stay for both you and your pet.

Pet owners like Padre Balli County Park

  • Padre Balli County Park offers a great location near the beach, making it easy to enjoy outdoor activities with your pet.
  • The park features full hookups and clean facilities, ensuring a pleasant camping experience for you and your furry friend.
  • With its proximity to the national park, you can explore beautiful trails and enjoy nature walks with your dog.

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According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular dog-friendly campground near Chapman Ranch, TX is Mustang Island State Park Campground with a 4.1-star rating from 34 reviews.

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