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TravelerBay View RV Resort
Great location
Located on the Coastal Bend, Rockport Texas. RV park with lots of trees. Has 2 pools, clubhouse and pickleball court. Clean restrooms and showers. Nice people.
Camping near Goliad, TX
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Campgrounds near Goliad, Texas center around Goliad State Park with several distinct camping areas including Jacales, Karankawa, Longhorn, and Vaquero. The park provides a mix of developed tent sites, RV hookups, and small cabins for rent along the San Antonio River. Angels In Goliad RV Park and The New Aranama RV Park offer additional RV accommodations within city limits, while Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park provides waterfront camping options approximately 20 miles northeast of Goliad with tent, RV, and cabin facilities. Camping near Goliad spans options from developed RV hookups and cabin rentals to tent sites with river access, making it a practical base for both historical sightseeing and outdoor recreation.
Access to most Goliad area campgrounds remains consistent year-round with fully developed roads and facilities. The region experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters, making spring and fall particularly pleasant for camping. "The park has Tent sites, small cabins for rent and restrooms with showers that are always clean. They also have RV hook ups with plenty of room and shade trees," noted one visitor about Goliad State Park. Most campgrounds require reservations, especially during weekends and holiday periods. Electricity and water hookups are standard at developed sites, though primitive camping options exist with more limited facilities. Insect activity can be significant, particularly during warmer months, with several campers mentioning high numbers of ants and mosquitoes.
Goliad State Park receives favorable reviews for its historical significance and natural setting. "The park is awesome with lots of Historic sites and lots of history in such a small town," wrote one camper. The Spanish mission and related historical sites within and near the park provide cultural attractions beyond typical outdoor recreation. Campsites throughout the region generally offer adequate spacing, though some visitors note that waterfront sites at Coleto Creek tend to be more crowded and less private than wooded areas. Campground amenities vary but typically include clean restrooms with showers, picnic tables, and fire rings. While most sites offer shade from live oak trees, noise can be an issue in some camping areas, with one reviewer describing Karankawa Camping Area as "close to road, 9 million dogs barking all around, loud music after midnight."
Best Campgrounds near Goliad (70)
1. Jacales Camping Area — Goliad State Park
"I’m from Goliad, so whenever I feel like getting outdoors I can just drive 15 minutes down the road to the park and enjoy a day hike or a weekend out in the woods."
"Went to Goliad State Park unsure of what to expect. However, I was pleasantly surprised. My wife and I camped at the Jacales loop with a few friends."
from $10 - $20 / night
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"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."
"In the town of Goliad 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."
from $25 / night
Check Availability3. Longhorn Camping Area — Goliad State Park
"Well maintained park, close to Presidio and Goliad downtown. Nice bike trail and paddle destination."
"Historic Texas and Mexican sites within a quaint little park."
from $10 / night
Check Availability4. Vaquero Camping Area — Goliad State Park
"It’s great if you’re close to San Antonio. We learned a lot about the mission which is a must see"
"A little uneven but pull through and lots of shade around the fire pit. Mission is beautiful. For being a small park they have several activities."
from $10 / night
Check Availability5. Angels In Goliad RV Park
6. Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park Guadalupe-Blanco River Auth
7. Victoria Coleto Creek Lake KOA
"Not always the cleanest but still a nice site to stay at near the water"
8. The New Aranama RV Park
9. Southbound RV Park and Cabins
from $40 - $120 / night
Check Availability10. Goose Island State Park Campground
"The wooded area camping loops wind through lovely groves of Texas Live Oak, and Loblolly Pine, which make great habitat for winter warblers."
"I visit a lot of the state parks in Texas. Goose Island is a good one. It's a great area for fishing because it's really close to rockport."
from $10 - $75 / night
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Drive Time
- 28 min from Victoria, TX
- 1 hr 15 min from Corpus Christi, TX
- 1 hr 37 min from San Antonio, TX
- 2 hrs 9 min from Austin, TX
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Recent Reviews near Goliad, TX
118 Reviews of 70 Goliad Campgrounds
Peggy L.
ScoutBay View RV Resort
The best pools
The best pools and hot tub around, separate adult and family pool areas. Wonderful RV community, restrooms and showers are very clean. A great clubhouse with pool tables,card games, poker, dice games and ping pong table. They have a pickle ball court.
John C.ScoutBay View RV Resort
Bay View, a great place to stay in Coastal Bend Texas!
Bay View is a beautiful park with large, unique sites and gorgeous trees that make the whole place feel peaceful. The people are friendly, and the bathrooms and shower houses are immaculate— some of the cleanest I’ve seen. For the quality you get, the prices are very reasonable. A great place to stay. Travelling in a 5th wheel and Silverado 350.
Linda D.ScoutBay View RV Resort
Great RV park in Rockport, TX
Staying at this RV park was an absolute pleasure. The large, beautifully maintained sites gave us plenty of room to spread out and truly relax. With two sparkling pools, we never felt crowded—each one offered a different atmosphere, from quiet lounging to family fun. The park is packed with activities, and there’s always something happening, whether you want to join a game, attend an event, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere. What really sets this place apart, though, is the people. Staff and guests alike were friendly, welcoming, and genuinely fun to be around. We left feeling refreshed, connected, and already planning our next stay. Highly recommended.
- BBarbie L.Scout
Bay View RV Resort
Perfect Family Getaway! Great Staff & Location
Our family had an amazing stay at Bay View RV Resort! The friendly staff made us feel incredibly welcome from the moment we arrived. We rented a clean, comfortable park model and a cottage, giving us the perfect mix of togetherness and personal space. The kids loved the large pool and the quick car ferry ride over to Port Aransas Beach. Located just a short drive from Rockport Beach, this park is a clean, affordable, and convenient coastal base. We’ll definitely be back!
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James P.TravelerGoose Island State Park Campground
Goose Island State Park
It was cold & windy when first arrived ahead of the ice storm so tucked into the wooded area where brush & trees helped block the really cold north winds the first couple of days. Then moved over to the beach waterfront site at the west end and it was very nice picnic shelter & table close to the restrooms. Clean park & restrooms, great views of the Gulf of America and great for bird watching, biking & enjoying the peaceful nature. Friendly and helpful staff.
Shawn S.
LegendGoose Island State Park Campground
Ocean view
We loved the views, birding, amenities, space, and vibe of the campground. We stayed in the primative area. The trees were a bit low coming in, but if you take it slow and drive more towards the center of the incoming road you are fine with high clearance rvs. It is a bird watchers paradise.
Jeanne A.ScoutWilderness Oaks RV Resort
Friendly, helpful, delightful folks and lovely Park
We wanted to give a shout out, to Wilderness Oaks RV Resort in Rockport Texas. First off, the management is amazing. Courteous, informative, helpful and always bright and cheerful, makes dealing with them a enjoyable. If you have any issues such as mechanical or personal, they got your back! Their love of animals shows cuz they always have cookies for your pup no matter where in the resort they run across you! Our dog Pandy, a 170 pound Newfoundland lady, is treated like a Diva and she responds accordingly with affection to anyone in the crew to the point she drags my hubby to get to them haha. They have lots that will fit various sized RV’s including behemoths and they have storage area to park extra vehicles or trailers and it’s a reasonable monthly fee. This RV Resort is a well-established business and the maintenance crew work nonstop to keep this place tidy. You can tell its appreciated because so many snowbirds have been retuning for years, and others leave their rigs year around! They let you have porches built for your RV if you’re tired of using you’re built in stairs, you can have plants and flowers and hummingbird feeders even! The Deer walk right through the park, unafraid and we see them mornings and evenings EVERY DAY! Their laundry room is huge, and the gym is great, as well as the fabulous salt water pool! The community hall has tons of events everyday including pot lucks now and then and craft fairs as well as games of all kinds. The facilities are immaculate, showers, bathrooms everything is well presented and their cleaning crew does a excellent job. Bill the manager actually held a incredible luau this winter, cooked a whole pig for it and tons other foods were provided as well as people pot lucked it too.. it was flat out delicious!! As far as accommodations for disabilities of different flavors this place tries to meet all standards and I was in a wheel chair for the first 2 years we came and NEVER felt unable to do whatever I wished or go wherever I wanted here, the paved areas and ramps to the office are perfect. Everyone is so sweet and tries so hard to be accommodating, I feel like this is a second family now. I spent 2 weeks hospitalized with pneumonia and this place jumped in to help Randy deal with the dog so he didn’t have to worry about her, everyone offered to take turns looking after her every day while he traveled half hour twice a day and stayed for 2 or 3 hours with me at the hospital. Even the regular’s in the park offered their help! We feel blessed. Randy, Jeanne and Pandy
- BBilly I.Traveler
Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park Guadalupe-Blanco River Auth
Lots of new updates
Large sites, plenty of space between campsites. They have two new sets of washers and dryers. Roads have been paved. Cabins are being upgraded. They have added sewer hookups. And a disk golf course.
Guide to Goliad
Camping near Goliad, Texas centers on a mix of riverside camping and historical sites along the San Antonio River. The area sits within the coastal plains of south Texas, with flat terrain and elevations averaging around 150-200 feet above sea level. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 90°F with high humidity, while winter nights can occasionally drop below freezing during December through February.
What to do
Explore historical landmarks: The area combines outdoor recreation with Texas history education. "The bike trail that runs to town and to the historic locations was great. The park itself is a great place to learn about history," notes a visitor at Jacales Camping Area.
Paddling opportunities: The San Antonio River offers water recreation options with a 6-mile paddle trail. "Great historic site. Shady trails, too, along the river," reports a camper at Longhorn Camping Area.
Fishing access: Several campgrounds provide fishing opportunities. "Camped with all 5 of our little ones, great campground, staff was friendly and helpful and the store right by the park gates sells hard wood firewood for a decent price," mentions a visitor at Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park.
Visit downtown Goliad: The historic town center offers shopping and dining within easy reach of camping areas. "I would recommend going into town and checking out all of the shops. There are a lot of eclectic items for sale," suggests a camper at Vaquero Camping Area.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many camping areas provide ample space between sites. "Each site is very spacious. Lots of trees and shade for South Texas," notes a visitor to Goliad State Park.
Clean facilities: The shower and restroom facilities receive positive comments. "The facilities were in good condition and the shower had amazing water pressure," mentions a camper at Jacales Camping Area.
Wildlife viewing: Campers frequently spot wildlife throughout the camping areas. "Lots of deer roaming the FHU campground," reports a visitor at Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park.
Security features: Some campgrounds implement security measures for guest safety. "Security gate closed at midnight and reopens at 6am," notes a camper at Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park.
What you should know
Insect preparation: Fire ants and other insects can be problematic. "LOTS of fire ant hills throughout site," warns a camper at Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park. Another visitor notes: "There were a lot of ants and insects around that's even more than usual. Definitely bring a tent screen."
Variable privacy levels: Site privacy varies significantly between campgrounds and camping loops. "FHU loop wide open so no privacy," mentions a camper at Coleto Creek.
Noise considerations: Some camping areas experience noise issues. "9 million dogs barking all around, loud music after midnight," reports one visitor about their experience.
Bathroom limitations: Facility access varies by camping loop. "No toilets/showers in 64-83 Campground so closest is 1/2 mile round trip," notes a camper at Coleto Creek.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Several campgrounds offer play areas for children. "There is a small playground for the kids - perfect for our ages (3,5 &7)," shares a visitor at Jacales Camping Area.
Educational opportunities: The historical sites provide learning experiences for children. "We learned a lot about the mission which is a must see," notes a camper at Vaquero Camping Area.
Cabin options: For families wanting more comfort, cabins provide an alternative to tent camping. "The park has Tent sites, small cabins for rent and restrooms with showers that are always clean," mentions a visitor.
Seasonal planning: Consider timing visits around local events. "Recommend going during Rio Rio," suggests a camper at Vaquero Camping Area, referring to a local festival.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Some RV sites have leveling challenges. "We are in site 17. A little uneven but pull through and lots of shade around the fire pit," notes a camper at Vaquero Camping Area.
Hookup quality: RV facilities vary between campgrounds. "New hookups," mentions a visitor at Angels In Goliad RV Park, while another notes that "The site is smallish but clean and easy to hookup."
Gravel surfaces: Several RV areas feature gravel pads and roads. "Gravel pads. New hookups," notes a camper at Angels In Goliad RV Park.
Dump station access: Not all RV sites have sewer hookups. "Full hookup may come by once a week to empty your tanks," mentions a visitor at Coleto Creek Reservoir and Park.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most popular campground near Goliad, TX?
Which is the most popular campground near Goliad, TX?
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Goliad, TX is Jacales Camping Area — Goliad State Park with a 4.2-star rating from 5 reviews.
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