The Fulton area sits on the Aransas Bay shoreline between Rockport and Port Aransas. Most camping spots near Fulton, Texas sit at sea level with flat coastal terrain. The region remains popular with winter visitors seeking mild temperatures, while summer months bring higher humidity and temperatures regularly reaching into the 90s. Hurricane season affects camping availability from June through November.
What to do
Pier fishing opportunities: Goose Island State Park Campground features an excellent pier for fishing. "Good day use spots and excellent boat ramp with a fish cleaning table. Yes there are bugs, but this is in the middle of reclaimed wetlands, so be prepared!" notes Jeff in a review of Goose Island State Park Campground.
Nature viewing areas: The region offers several wildlife observation points. At Port A RV Resort, sites back up to natural spaces. "We stayed here for one night while visiting Padres Island. Our site overlooked a nature sanctuary which gave us a nice private place to view the sun set," explains Holly D. The resort also sits adjacent to a wildlife refuge, providing opportunities to see coastal birds.
Beach camping: Dispersed camping directly on the beach is available for budget travelers. "You have to move every 3 days. Got very busy during spring break weekend, otherwise quiet," explains Mark F. about Port Aransas Permit Beach. For just $12 per year, campers can boondock on the beach for up to three days at a time.
What campers like
Wooded campsites: Several campgrounds offer tree-covered sites for shade and privacy. "We really enjoyed staying in the wooded area of the park. Most spaces are very private because of the thick plant life. The beach spots looked cool but we didn't want the noise from the boats as mentioned in other posts," shares Katie B. about her stay at Goose Island State Park Campground.
Beach access and boondocking: The ability to camp directly on the sand draws many visitors. "Beach camping at its finest... very hard packed sand no trouble driving anywhere on it," reports Dennis about Port Aransas Permit Beach. Another camper adds: "The luxury of not packing our stuff up to drive to the beach every day is wonderful."
Swimming facilities: Many RV parks maintain pools for guests. "They have 2 wonderful swimming pools that are heated, yes I said heated. Perfect for the winter Texans, or people like us that just love to go camping year round," reports Sheila C. about Port A RV Resort. Enchanted Oaks RV Park offers "clean bathroom and shower facilities" according to Pennie.
What you should know
Hurricane recovery status: Several campgrounds have rebuilt after hurricane damage. George R. describes Goose Island State Park Campground as "remodeled after 2019 hurricane. A steal @ $22/night with TX Park Pass!" Peg F. also notes: "The campground was nice and clean. There is still a lot of damage from the hurricane."
Noise considerations: Airboats create noise in waterfront locations. Eric R. warns about Goose Island: "The air boats run all day on the weekends and are loud." Larry similarly notes: "Air boats are loud early and late." At Enchanted Oaks RV Park, campers report a "quiet and not overly crowded" experience.
Site placement tips: RV sites often have specific challenges. At Goose Island, Eric R. advises: "Watch out for low tree branches if you're staying in the wooded areas. If you're staying in the wooden area, stay on the outer loop if you're a big rig." David N. adds: "While there are some low branches - I was able to carefully maneuver into #125 with my tall fifth wheel. But it was close."
Tips for camping with families
Beach permits for budget camping: Families can save money through permit beach camping. "Just get a $12 parking permit at the stripes gas station and you're good to stay over night!" advises Tiffany S. about Port Aransas Permit Beach. Multiple reviews mention this annual pass allowing three-day stays directly on the beach.
Recreation options: Look for parks with family facilities. Rockport RV Resort offers "laundry, shower, pool, electric hookup, full kitchen, fridge, hot tub, TV and lounge area and lots of shade" according to Dan D., who notes the location is "right near town and 5 minutes from the water."
Big Tree attraction: Include a visit to the ancient oak tree near Goose Island. "Make sure to see 'The Big Tree' which is a short drive/bike ride away," suggests Harry H., who mentions it's "purported the oldest tree in Texas (1000-2000 years old!)."
Tips from RVers
Site selection priorities: Choose sites strategically based on weather patterns. "We 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," shares David N. about Goose Island. For Bay View RV Resort, HandL C. notes "The sites are large and tree-shaded, the sites are widely spread apart."
Connection capabilities: Cell service varies between parks. Red S. reports about Goose Island: "I have T-Mobile, and the cell service at Goose Island was great. 5G was great. Also, the digital TV signal was excellent." Some resorts offer WiFi, though quality can be inconsistent.
Utility placement challenges: Check utility locations before setting up. At Sandollar Resort, one visitor noted, "Our water and sewer was on the correct side but electric and cable on the other side. Glad we had a super long coax cable and power cable." At Port A RV Resort, sites are described as "small cramped sites," with the recommendation to "try to get a site on the back row."
