Best Glamping near Rockport, TX

Recent Glamping Reviews near Rockport, Texas

70 Reviews of 7 Rockport Campgrounds

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  Red S.

  Traveler

  

  Feb. 8, 2025

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Great place

  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. While most of the state parks do not have women, they say they do. It's very poor. I have T-Mobile, and the cell service at Goose Island was great. 5G was great. Also, the digital TV signal was excellent. The park staff was very friendly and helpful. Goose Island is close to Walmart. HEB and many other stores in restaurants. The park all around is great. I will definitely return.

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  Jeff

  Guide

  

  Sep. 28, 2020

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Hidden gem near the coast - Sept. 2020

  Goose Island SP is a great little hidden gem of a park on the Texas Gulf Coast.  The camping area is small, but they've arranged the spots very well, with good vegetation between each spot that hides your spot from your neighbor.  They offer both 30 amp and 50 amp service, water, fire ring, table on cement pad and nice flat spots.  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!  This is their world and we must adapt.  The bay-side camping area is the island part of the park and is still being renovated (as of Aug 2020), but according to park staff, they should be open by Nov 2020.  There is also a brand new, huge pier with boat access and fishing that will be open soon.  Near-by there is "The Big Tree", purported the oldest tree in Texas (1000-2000 years old!) and Rockport beach and all the other Texas coast attractions.   Highly recommend and we will be returning soon.

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  Frankee C.

  Traveler

  

  May. 29, 2021

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Nice site, great for fishing

  It is a great spot for anyone wanted to fish with a HUGE pier. The sites were well groomed. We were on Live Oak Circle with a nice view of the fields. One thing I’d say is BRING STUFF FOR MOSQUITOES. One bottle of bug spray won’t work. Bring more. There is a Walmart in Fulton if you underestimate. Short trip to Rockport beach as well

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  Jenise P.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 25, 2022

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Beautiful site surrounded by woods

  I camped here 25 years ago and it was just as lovely as I remembered. Lots of walking trails, some bird feeders and a great place to stay to go out to Aransas Reserve with Rockport Adventures boat tour. Captain Tommy knew his birds, not just Whooping Cranes.

  The tent site is a "walk-in" but it was only a few feet to the site. The bathrooms and showers were clean.

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  HandL C.

  Ranger

  

  Apr. 7, 2022

  Bay View RV Resort

  Affordable Coastal Bend

  Bay View is at the northern end of the peninsula where Rockport-Fulton is. It's a little out of the way, but still within an easy drive of Port Aransas, Corpus Christi and all of the barrier islands. Granted, the park is shabby-chic, and a little short on chic. It does have 1 functional laundry house, 1 functional pool and a large community center. The sites are large and tree-shaded, the sites are widely spread apart. The monthly site rate is SO much less than anywhere in Port A! Give it a try!

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  Stuart G.

  Guide

  

  May. 4, 2024

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Beautiful park at the right time of year

  Very clean and scenic campground. Plenty of space between sites if you park away from the seafront. I personally wouldn’t want to be right by the ocean as it’s just a 5 min walk from the more peaceful sheltered sites. We had campsite 115 and were very happy with it. Close to bathrooms and easy access in and out. Lots to see in the area, and if you want the beach we’d recommend Port Aransas which is only about 30 mins away. That beach is dog friendly and nicer than the closer Rockport. The short ferry ride across is also fun and free. Dolphins alongside the ferry. The only negatives would be mosquitos and humidity. Both were manageable given when we went, but only just. I’d aim for early spring or late fall to try to minimize these.

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  Deborah C.

  Ranger

  

  Jun. 18, 2020

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Goose island state park June 2020

  The park itself doesn’t have much to do as they are still recovering and renovating from Hurricane Harvey a couple of years ago(this was my rationale for a lower rating). Having said this,it’s a great park and I highly recommend it and we would surely return. The bathrooms are above average, clean with nice showers. Our campsite was nice and shady with a picnic table and water. We saw deer and one snake (too quick to identify it). We hiked the trail in the park which was nice and well maintained. The next town over is Rockport which has million dollar mansions on the water. We rented a kayak for half day and kayaked in and out of the canals gawking at the boats and houses. There is a bird sanctuary on the island in little bay where we kayaked and in addition to all the birds we saw two dolphins swimming around. We were close enough to port Aransas to drive over and took the ferry (had to stay in the vehicle due to corona virus). We ate seafood at our favorite seafood restaurant “Snoopys”.

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  Katie M.

  Traveler

  

  Aug. 4, 2018

  Karankawa Camping Area — Goliad State Park

  Lots of space for each site. Lots of trees and shade for South Texas.

  Each site is very spacious. Lots of trees and shade for South Texas. Bathrooms were ok. Lots of bugs but clean.

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  Chelsea O.

  Ranger

  

  Jul. 18, 2018

  Karankawa Camping Area — Goliad State Park

  Quiet and historic

  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.

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  Shari G.

  Legend

  

  Jan. 8, 2021

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Quieter & Private in the Wooded Area

  The wooded area camping loops wind through lovely groves of Texas Live Oak, and Loblolly Pine, which make great habitat for winter warblers. The sites are spacious and set reasonably apart from each other to offer some privacy. Most campsites offer water and electricity. These sites are MUCH quieter than the Bayfront sites, which are plagued by loud boat engine traffic.  This area is much for secluded, thus not alot of walk/drive by traffic going through.

  The bathroom building with internal hot-water shower stalls was relatively clean and updated. The area is great for all kinds of low-key activities like fishing, biking, walking, paddling etc. I wouldn’t go here if I had my heart set on swimming, though. The water is relatively shallow and in the middle of a massive oyster colony, pretty sharp edges on those bi-valves, so be careful. 

  One of the best activities, especially during the winter months, is birding. The area is the winter home to the endangered Whooping Cranes, Sandhill Cranes, Spoonbills and many, many more. Grab your binoculars and your birding guide!

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  Lisa B.

  Guide

  

  May. 26, 2020

  Malaquite Campground - Padre Island National Seashore

  Miles of amazing beauty

  Make sure to fill up on gas, water and ice before heading out on the 63 miles of available beach! You can drive for hours along sparkling waves with shell laden sand, passing isolated camps and groups fishing. If you want privacy, this is it! You must take all you need The cell reception is spotty, around mile 25.5 if you walk towards the bayside you’ll get a signal best with Verizon, and at Mansfield Cut. Any Texas beach camping is not for the inexperienced... BEACHES ARE WINDY, CAMP LIKE YOU’RE IN A TORNADO! METAL POLE TENTS WITH SAND RATED STAKES, & SECURE EVERYTHING!! Solar yard lights are great to set perimeters to late night drivers. There are jellyfish, wear long pants or bring meat tenderizer for the stings!! The Turtle Patrol passes several times a day. Yes there is strewn garbage, it’s deposited every high tide from all around the world, bring a rake, garbage bag and a reality check. People do speed, pay attention. Showers, dumpsters and toilets are only at the entrance to the beach/Malaquite Visitors Center. This is our favorite place to go because of the privacy, beauty and the fishing. Nights are gorgeous with starry skies, waves, and a fire. Make the time to check this place out, sit and pretend you’re the only person on your private island, you will be hooked!

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  George R.

  Traveler

  

  Nov. 30, 2020

  Bay View RV Resort

  Crummy CG

  Old, poorly maintained roads & pedestal. 50amp tripped breaker, so used 30amp. 

  Shower/toilets very nice.  IMO not worth $40/night.

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  eric A.

  Scout

  

  May. 23, 2022

  Bay View RV Resort

  Good luck getting your deposit back!

  Been trying for two months to get my deposit refunded. When I call they just give me the run a round. Campground was ok. Hot tub only worked two weeks of the two months I was there.

  I will visit again but not to stay. Just to get my deposit back. I paid it on time but they aren't responding in kind. There are many other places in this area. I suggest you stay at one that takes credit cards and fies business in this century.

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  Rachel H.

  Guide

  

  Jul. 9, 2021

  Wilderness Oaks RV Resort

  Okay but next to airport with poor park drainage

  The 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.

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  Ioan P.

  Legend

  

  May. 13, 2021

  Wilderness Oaks RV Resort

  Not very Quiet !

  It is a Airport near here, and they take off every 3 to 5 minutes ! If that is not enough, than you have the major Hiway next to you ! But hey, what you expect for $ 20 ? Cause that much you pay with Pasport A.erica ?... The Staf, is very friendly.

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  Benjamin C.

  Guide

  

  Jun. 17, 2016

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  wooded or on the water

  site: lots of trees. some sites on the water. many sites shaded. amenities: clean. more updated. attractions: big tree. beach. wildlife. I would go camping here (just drove through checking out the campground).

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  Harry H.

  Ranger

  

  Sep. 30, 2016

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Not an island but still pretty

  Right next to wildlife refuge, convenient to lots of beaches. Visited in winter for birding. Range of camping facility options, we used the most basic and they were adequate. Amazing sunrises. Make sure to see “The Big Tree”which is a short drive/bike ride away.

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  Tyler K.

  Traveler

  

  Mar. 23, 2017

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Great Secluded spots

  WE stayed in the wooded area and the sites are so shaded and secluded. the park offers beach camping too is that is something you would like. For last minute campers they have some non reservable sites that can be picked up last minute (if no one is already in them)

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  Peg F.

  Scout

  

  Mar. 28, 2018

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Goose Island

  The campground was nice and clean. There is still a lot of damage from the hurricane. I hadn’t been there in over ten years and was very surprised at how much the area has changed. There are beach houses all around and that kinda spoiled the natural vibe.

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  Adam W.

  Traveler

  

  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.

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  Bill F.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 24, 2019

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Nice area

  Not the best for tent camping in the middle of summer. Had fun but not used to the humidity

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  Jimmy P.

  Traveler

  

  May. 3, 2019

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  RV Camping

  You can choose beach csmping or wooded area camping.

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  Tiffany

  Scout

  

  Sep. 28, 2020

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Great experience

  Very clean. Friendly staff. Lots of wildlife around. Make sure to bring plenty of bug spray, the higher the deet % the better. We will be going back very soon.

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  Larry

  Guide

  

  Jan. 8, 2021

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Great Views.

  Wish I would have come better prepared to fish. Did see a Whooping Crane. Stayed on the bay side. Kinda strange the had restricted capacity so they shut an entire loop instead of spreading people out. Air boats are loud early and late.

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  George R.

  Traveler

  

  Jan. 10, 2021

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Gulf Coast gem

  Beach & wooded sites. Remodeled after 2019 hurricane. A steal @ $22/night with TX Park Pass!

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  lisa F.

  Traveler

  

  Oct. 21, 2021

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Fun spot on the Aransas Bay

  This state park has campsites right on the water and back in a more forested area. We were right on the bay and loved watching birds and watching the fishers camped in the area. Basic amenities include water and electricity. Showers okay. This area has got lots of mosquitos so bring your spray!

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  Mimi B.

  Guide

  

  Feb. 27, 2022

  Goose Island State Park Campground

  Right on the Bay

  We 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.