Whether you're a tent camper, an RVer, or just passing through, Chapman Ranch, TX has a lot to offer. Chapman Ranch is a great camping destination for everyone. There are tons of nearby hikes, adventurous activities, and sights to see. Find the best campgrounds near Chapman Ranch, TX. Read reviews from campers like you and find your perfect campsite.
"Gulf Waters Beach Front RV Resort
5601 TX-361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
We stayed here 16 days in a 34 ft. Travel Trailer."
"These sites are huge and most have special features, wet bars, cabanas, propane fire pits etc. Easy walking distance to the beach just over the dunes with a cart path."
$50 / night
"Easy access to Rockport and Aransas Pass Texas. Only 10 minutes from Port Aransas Texas. Sites are large and quiet."
$12 - $20 / night
"Sect B has concrete pads and a separate area for tents. Each section has a laundry room and shower building. We stayed in B. Sites are wide and level and have full hookups with 30/50 amp."
"No issues with the full hook-ups. Roads have quite a few potholes, unfortunately. Wi-Fi was nearly unusable but T-Mobile 5G was over 200Mbps down and perfect for working remotely."
"Rockport RV Resort sounds like a lovely coastal getaway, perfect for connecting with new friends, just like on omegle!"
"Last year we became full time winter texans. We checked out many places and found this park to be one of the best. A lot of people are upset about becoming kid friendly!"
$48 / night
"i was expecting a higher price for being so close to downtown Corpus Christi and North beach, just 12-15 min. Level concrete pads full hook ups and very nice manager."
"We retired and our first stay has been at Port A RV resort. Very friendly staff and guests. We already feel as though we have been doing this for a long time."
"The location is convenient to all the Port A attractions and the beach. All sites have full connections and level concrete pads. Parking is tight."
"Facilities include fishing pier and swimming pool. Family friendly medium priced. Horseshoes, pet run, Wi Fi included."
"It has been a safe place while working on the road. Everyone has been friendly and respectful."
$91 / night
"Although the internet service was effected, all other utilities remained online thankfully!"
"Sites are privately owned and owners build their own character. we have stayed twice and will be back again. our sites both had outdoor cooking areas with a tiki hut like structure to protect from rain"
"We always book the buddy site that is pull-through and has our campers facing each other with a common space outside our front doors."
"Very big rv resort. They say they have WiFi but don’t. Sites are close together. Nice laundry area."
$45 / night
"Beautiful views, peaceful atmosphere, and friendly staff."
GuideWe stayed 14 nights in one of the Bay sites. Really enjoyed the view and sunsets. We watched Dolphins right in front of us every day. Pros: Bayfront site's view, easy in and out, easy set up, fishing, close to stores and restaurants, nice pavillion with picnic table at each site, Nice dock to fish off of and can fish right at your site. Clean restrooms. Pet friendly with 6ft leash rule. Cons: TTs and 5th wheels are supposed to back in. This causes the pavillion to be on the wrong side. You open your door to your neighbors pavillion. Motorhomes, Cs & Bs can pull in so the pavillion is on the correct side however the W&E hookups are then on the wrong side. (They are working to fix this issue) Wooded section is not big rig friendly. Low hanging branches and many sites difficult to back in to. (We didn't stay in this section, we drove through without 5th wheel) The air boats. There are 3-5 different ones that come in and out ALL day every day starting around 6:30am. They are so loud they vibrate the campers.
GuideThis is our 2nd time staying here.
This park is aka Shields.
Park has 2 sections. Sect A has grass sites. Sect B has concrete pads and a separate area for tents. Each section has a laundry room and shower building. We stayed in B. Sites are wide and level and have full hookups with 30/50 amp. Good water pressure. Sites are all back ins, Big rig friendly and easy to set up. No matter where you park there is a nice view of the Bay.
I'd give it a 5 star rating but there are a few items that need to be fixed or prepared for. 1st the roads really need to be repaired. 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 of the night. Ouch!! LOL If you have dogs (we do) they absolutely can't run in the grass. We bought our pups doggy boots which help some. And this time we brought our leaf blower to blow them off the concrete pad. 4th the winds here can reach 60 mph. Just prepare for it by never leaving awnings out and when bad bring slides in so awning toppers don't get ripped off. (It happened to our neighbors last year) Ants, there are tons of them. I use citronella spray around our leveling gear and tires to deter them from living with us. Lastly if you don't want salt on your rigs don't come here. There are times when its so thick you could use an ice scraper.
Even with those items we really like it here. You can't beat the location to Padre Island and Port Aransas. The sunsets are amazing and walking the private beach daily is never tiring.
GuideThe previous reviewer is correct about the airport noise.
Pros:
Our RV site was a back-in with plenty of room on a concrete pad with a picnic table. We were in the back row.
Our site did not have trees hanging over like a lot of sites (we have solar panels).
Cons:
The campground wifi sucked. We relied more on our own Verizon wifi hotspot (we never assume park wifi is good).
Next to airport.
RV park, especially on eastern half, has seriously poor drainage. We were trapped in our RV lot, unable to leave, because the water was too deep for our Class A to go through without damage/mess of some sort.
RangerWe retired and our first stay has been at Port A RV resort. Very friendly staff and guests. We already feel as though we have been doing this for a long time. Lots of neighbor activities and pet friendly too. 2 pools, a hot tub, several gathering spots, laundry, palm trees... just feels like home.
TravelerFirefly Coastal Bend Resort in Corpus Christi is the perfect getaway! The resort is incredibly family-friendly and pet-friendly, making it an ideal destination for everyone. The private beach is stunning, and the fishing spots are fantastic for those looking to relax by the water. The staff is amazing—always helpful and welcoming—and the management company is doing a phenomenal job keeping everything running smoothly. We can’t wait to come back and make even more memories here!
ScoutA friend and I, along with our families have been making an annual trip to Pioneer for a few years now and only bad part is when it's time to leave. We always book the buddy site that is pull-through and has our campers facing each other with a common space outside our front doors. This also helps with shade when we put out our awnings and have plenty of room for everyone to relax in the shade. The pools, and multiple rec rooms are always clean and in great shape. There is a pen for dogs to play and easy boardwalk access to the beach through the dunes. People are great and a fun family atmosphere
GuideGulf Waters Beach Front RV Resort
5601 TX-361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
We stayed here 16 days in a 34 ft. Travel Trailer. Our site had an outdoor kitchen, cement picnic table and benches and a lovely palapa. The resort grounds are gorgeous and very well maintained. There is a pool, hot tub, showers and gorgeous private beach. The sites are each individually owned and decorated. We enjoyed the nice walk, up and over the dunes on the boardwalk, right onto the beach.
Staff was super courteous and helpful. Grounds were kept clean. Great location, located between Corpus Christi& Port Aransas.
I can’t say enough about this amazing experience.We will be back! Excellently maintained RV resort!
LegendWe’ll maintained park within walking distance to marina and great restaurants. Sites have concrete pads and picnic tables. Plenty long, but very close together. Nice landscaping and great pool and hot tubs. Shower house is super clean and so is laundry. You can rent golf carts here for $100 (24 hours). A short drive to the beach.
RangerWe hit some big wind 3/21/22. We were in the beach front with waves crashing over so we got luck and moved to the wooded area. While there are some low branches- I was able to carefully maneuver into #125 with my tall fifth wheel. But it was close. Lots of birds, deer, and fishing. I see attraction of the beach front, but the wooded area is really nice with private sites, camp for grills, tables and….trees for shade.
Explore the charm of RV camping near Chapman Ranch, Texas, where you can enjoy beautiful landscapes and a variety of amenities tailored for a memorable outdoor experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Chapman Ranch, TX is Gulf Waters Beach Front RV Resort with a 4.9-star rating from 7 reviews.
TheDyrt.com has all 110 RV camping locations near Chapman Ranch, TX, with real photos and reviews from campers.
Keep Exploring
