Camping sites near Robstown, Texas provide access to both Gulf Coast waters and inland lakes within a 30-60 minute drive. The region sits at an elevation of less than 100 feet above sea level and experiences humid subtropical conditions with winter temperatures averaging 60-70°F during the day. Most campsites in this coastal plains region have minimal tree cover, requiring campers to bring their own shade structures during summer months.
What to do
Fishing opportunities: Lake Corpus Christi State Park Campground offers good fishing access with an aluminum floating fishing pier and fish cleaning facilities. A camper noted, "Not too much hiking here, but you can also walk the roads. Beautiful CCC building. Saw turtles near it in the lake. The campground has a good view of the water and is near the fishing pier."
Beach activities: Mustang Island State Park Campground provides direct beach access approximately 45 minutes from Robstown. "You can drive right on the beach like a highway, in fact people do even in big rigs. You can park right on the beach," according to one visitor's experience.
Wildlife viewing: Family-friendly wildlife observation opportunities exist at several area campgrounds. One camper at Lake Corpus Christi State Park mentioned, "We camped with 2 kids and a dog and had a great time. There was fishing and a lake some were swimming in. We searched for wildlife and made s'mores."
What campers like
Clean facilities: Lake Corpus Christi State Park Campground maintains well-kept restrooms and grounds. A visitor reported, "Great camping area. Pull through camping pads. Clean sites fire ring grill combos. Nice lake clean restrooms. Small town is really close if you need something."
Water views: Campsites with waterfront locations remain popular in the Robstown area. A camper at Mustang Island State Park described, "One side is the bay and the other is the ocean, lovely water views everywhere. Some of the beach shelters are pretty cool but everything is still exposed to the weather (heat, sun, wind) and your neighbors."
Affordability: Budget-conscious campers appreciate the reasonable rates at regional parks. One visitor to Lake Corpus Christi State Park mentioned, "Only $25 for full hookups, $15 for just water and electric, $10 for tents, $5 day fee. Lots of shade, lots of room in the FCU sites."
What you should know
Site conditions: Campgrounds vary significantly in site quality and layout. At Mustang Island State Park Campground, a camper warned, "I'm not sure who came up with the layout of the sites here but it is beyond bizarre. The utilities are on the wrong side of camper and your site is behind your camper in a shared space."
Variable water levels: Lake levels fluctuate seasonally, affecting boat access and swimming areas. A camper at Lake Corpus Christi State Park observed, "Water is really low so no boat access, still beaches though. Surprisingly nice place."
Bug preparation: Coastal locations experience significant insect activity. One camper at Sea Breeze RV Community Resort reported, "Due to the location though, bring bug spray! We got eaten up by the mosquitoes even with bug spray - they are huge and there's a ton of them!"
Tips for camping with families
Pack for exposure: Lack of natural shade requires preparation. A camper at Mustang Island State Park advised, "Don't expect much from this state park. It's basically just a beach. There are camping sites. For RVs. There are no trees at the camp sites. So if you go in the hot months, you'd better have a canopy."
Wildlife activities: Wilderness Lakes RV Resort offers family-friendly activities near water. "We stayed here in a 40' fifth wheel for 2 winters. Loved the area. Driving distance to Corpus, Port Aransas, Padre, Victoria, King ranch, We visited all these places. Right next to Corpus Christi Lake & park."
Cabin alternatives: Some families prefer cabin accommodations during extreme weather. A visitor to Lake Corpus Christi State Park shared, "Stayed in a cabin out here and although it was very busy, it still felt like you had a bit of privacy."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose sites carefully based on size requirements. At Hitching Post RV Park, a camper reported, "The pads are gravel but relatively level. They are easily accessed. We would definitely stop here again when passing through."
Hookup quality: Full hookup reliability varies between parks. A visitor to Puerto Del Sol RV Park noted, "Enjoyed a night here before visiting USS Lexington and Port Aransas. My site was right on the gulf and the view was great. Very friendly office staff. Level site with full hookups."
Ant precautions: Prepare for ant issues at coastal campgrounds. At Sea Breeze RV Community Resort, one RVer warned, "We ended up having an infestation of fire ants in our water bay that we're currently trying to get rid of. There are ants all over the park. Be careful where you step and bring diatomaceous earth and fire ant killer to sprinkle around."
