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Best RV Parks & Resorts near South Padre Island, TX

63 Reviews

South Padre Island features several RV parks offering full hookup services along the Gulf Coast. The South Padre Island KOA provides waterfront sites with 50-amp electrical, water, and sewer connections, while Isla Blanca Park at the southern tip of the island offers hundreds of RV sites with water and electric hookups. Just across the causeway, Tropical Trails RV Resort provides spacious sites with fiber optic internet and concrete pads suitable for large motorhomes. Near Harlingen, approximately 30 miles inland, Encore Sunshine and Encore Tropic Winds RV Resorts cater to big rigs with 50-amp service and full hookups. "The spaces between sites at Tropical Trails are some of the largest I've seen. It's refreshing not to be right on top of your neighbor."

Reservations are essential during winter months when "Winter Texans" fill most parks from November through March. While island locations command premium rates, mainland RV parks offer more economical options with similar amenities. Most parks provide sanitary dump stations, laundry facilities, and swimming pools, though amenities vary by property. Pet policies differ between parks—South Padre Island KOA offers a small dog park, while others have designated pet walking areas with waste stations. Cell service remains strong throughout the region, with several parks offering dedicated WiFi or internet connections. A train runs near Tropical Trails RV Resort, with one reviewer noting "the train seems to roll through at about 10:30pm every night, but you honestly don't even notice after the first night."

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  • Steve & Ashley G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 8, 2019

    Isla Blanca Park

    Large County RV and Day Use Park

    The park is located on the southern end of South Padre Island. It’s a very popular RV campground with hundreds of sites and multiple loops. This very large site is a little overwhelming in size but offers a number amenities for the RV and camper community. The park has a new outdoor picnic pavilion with the bathrooms, outdoor showers, grills, and a huge picnic table area under a large canopy. They offer parking areas for boats and the camp has ample restroom and shower facilities. The sites have picnic tables, water, and electric. The sandy beach is huge and great for families. They provide lifeguards during the summer months. This park is very crowded on weekends and holidays and reservations for RV sites are highly recommended. Just outside the cafe they have pub but most of the restaurants and other sites are a few miles to the north by car or bike. This is also the dock for ocean site seeing boats. This may be a good choice for RVs looking for long term stays or locals enjoying a day at the beach.

  • Kloee S.
    Mar. 6, 2022

    Llano Grande Lake Park Resort

    Nice over 55 RV Park!

    Llano Grande was a nice park and we enjoyed our stay there, but it sounded lime there were some issues with pools being heated and communication on events. We dont really use ammenities, so didnt affect us, but could hear grumbling among guests. We had a nice pull thru site, level and plenty long and were close to the laundryroom/pool. Everyone had a golf cart and it was nice to see all the activity going on. There is a big canal behind the park with a levy you can walk on, a nice rec room, a shuffleboard area, horseshoe area, three pools, pickleball courts, a golf course and very nice people. I was bummed that it was so far from the beach. There is a bird viewing state park near, costco and walmart were fairly close and South Padre Island was about an hour away.

  • RThe Dyrt PRO User
    Feb. 13, 2023

    Breeze Lake Campground

    Texican Winter

    If your looking for a spot to winter over this could be the spot for you. It is crowded, but as a solo nomad I find it refreshing to be in a community setting from time to time. Big clubhouse with a full kitchen and full size pool table plus all kinds of events like fish fries, chilli cook offs, live music, bingo, karaoke and more. I am not into public swimming pools but they have one that is very nice and well maintained. Individual mail boxes to transfer your mail service to and of course package delivery in the library. Located 20min. from the SpaceX launch pad on Boca Chica Beach which you can drive on and allows dogs. Also South Padre Island which is like Daytona Beach on steroids. Monthly rates are O.K. but with location and amenities a fairly good deal. Thinking of making this my winter home!

  • Debbie J.
    Feb. 13, 2021

    South Padre Island KOA

    Crowded But Well Kept and Great Restaraunt

    We spent 8 days here for a vacation.  The sites are small, but level and include FHU's and cable.  It was very crowded, but still relatively quiet.  A lot of winter Texans spend the season here, as the weather is really nice in winter.  There are not many places to walk your dog, but they do provide waste pickup bags and there is a small dog park.  The campground is right on the bay and there is a wonderful restaurant on a pier that is walking distance.  You can also take tours of the bay via boat here.  The county beach is pretty close, and you can walk or ride the free city bus to the end of the line (a few minutes ride) and get off and walk to the beach.  Very nice beach with modern facilities. You can also take the free city bus (bus stop is at campground entrance) into S Padre island or over the bridge to the mainland.

  • Meandering Life
    May. 9, 2019

    Encore Sunshine

    Nice amenities, quiet for off-season

    We stayed here a month in April 2019. We originally were going to stay two weeks, but we extended due to the great birding in the area. It was off-season and the park was very quiet. Many times, it felt like we had to place to ourselves. We are not 55+, but according to the office staff they are an 80/20 park so up to 20% of occupants can be less than 55. They do, however, restrict people with kids. Doesn’t hurt to call and ask if you are interested in staying. The park has many amenities, including, mail room, pool, spa, showers, laundry, pickle ball courts, horseshoe courts, and shuffleboard courts.  Many of the occupants are full-time residents or winter-only with permanent structures, but they had numerous sites available for short-time stays. Our site was nice and level and we had full hook-up. The staff was very nice and accommodated our last-minute stay and our change to a monthly visit. This was a great spot for us because we were close to many good birding spots. Estero Llano, South Padre Island, Santa Ana, Hugh Ramsey Park, and Laguna Atascosa NWR are within an hour drive. The park is also close to grocery and other stores. Nearby is everything you need. As I said, the park was quiet, but there is a train nearby that would come through in the early morning sometimes which was annoying. The park was well maintained, but there were some potholes that need to be fixed. They were doing some sewer pipe construction when we were there, so hopefully some of those roads will be patched. The price for a month stay plus electricity was reasonable. It was starting to get a bit warm while we were there, but they do have a nice breeze most of the time, so mosquitoes were not an issue. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and will stay here again.

  • Shane M.
    Aug. 23, 2019

    Isla Blanca Park

    4 star stay on a 5 star budget

    The park was nice, close to the beach, and had pretty low traffic compared to the rest of the island. The roads weren’t great and needed to be resurfaced. I picked a premium site that didn’t happen to be very premium. While the location of the site was perfect, all of the sites around me had concrete pads but mine... (I guess they hadn’t upgraded my site pad yet) the online map was showing a finished park with a boardwalk, showers and restrooms right behind my site (hints: the reason I chose this site) but it was all still under construction and not available for access. Other than those minor issues, it was an okay experience and for the size of the park, it was pretty quiet.

  • Jeremy C.
    Aug. 31, 2020

    Encore Lakewood

    Very Pet Friendly. Great amenities

    If you are near the border and are looking for a great place for your furry companion, Lakewood RV Resort is a great stop.  It's near South Padre Island, and the border. If you're looking for a location where you can stay and experience nice amenities though, this is great for that as well. 

    Don't expect rustic or run down locations here. Full RV hookups, pools, billiards, and outdoor activities for all ages, but especially seniors. I can't recommend this place enough!

  • TSA A.
    Dec. 18, 2020

    Tropical Trails RV Resort

    Tropical getaway - just a short drive from South Padre

    Great new RV resort close to everything, easy access, and Fiber optic internet.
    We really enjoy the large heated pool. Our dog enjoys his walks to the dog park.
    It's a short drive to the beach and SpaceX is close, we just watched the latest test flight.
    A big plus is a space between lots here, your neighbors are not 5 ft away like the island parks, here it is more like 50 feet.
    Our lot has room for our truck and a picnic table.
    We learned how to play Pickle Ball- what a hoot and good cardio also.
    Plenty going on to stay busy-we took a dolphin watching trip and saw plenty of them.
    Next up is fishing from the pier,

  • Steve & Ashley G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 6, 2019

    South Padre Island KOA

    Nice Place for Big RVs

    KOA do a nice job catering to the RV and family camper community. This location is no exception and is loaded with amenities and a great location as a full service RV resort. This place is nearly full most of the year. So, reservations are a must here. The campground is located on the Laguna Madre side of the island near the bridge leading to South Padre Island. They have a variety of camping option for RVs, campers, tents, and cabins. The site has a great boat dock for those wanting to try their luck at fishing. The ocean is about 1/2 mile walk across a couple of busy roads. The sites have sewer, water, and power for even the largest RVs. They even have spaces to walk your dog and a pet playground. Like many RV resorts, you do not have any privacy and most of the sites are in the direct sun. Tenters and campers without AC will need to time their visit around the hot spring and summer temperatures. The night time temps average around 85 degrees and over 90 in the daytime in the summer. The Pier 19 restaurant is next door. Otherwise, you will need to bike or drive to restaurants.

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Experience the charm of RV camping just a stone's throw from South Padre Island, where you can enjoy beautiful landscapes, modern amenities, and a variety of activities that cater to all interests.

Relaxation and Recreation at Tropical Trails RV Resort

  • Enjoy spacious sites at Tropical Trails RV Resort, where the well-maintained grounds and high-speed internet make for a comfortable stay.
  • Take a dip in the large heated pool, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
  • The resort features a dog park, ensuring your furry friends have a great time too.

RVers Like These Nearby Activities

  • Just a short drive from Rod and Reel RV Court, you can enjoy local jam sessions every Friday and community breakfasts that foster a laid-back atmosphere.
  • Experience the thrill of dolphin watching and fishing trips, with easy access to the beach from Brownsville Texas Mobile Home and RV Resort.
  • For those interested in space exploration, Tropical Trails RV Resort is conveniently located near SpaceX, where you can catch exciting test flights.

Amenities for Big Rigs at Palmdale RV Resort

  • Palmdale RV Resort offers big rig-friendly sites with full hookups, making it an ideal choice for larger RVs.
  • The resort features a well-kept pool and hot tub, perfect for relaxation after a day of adventure.
  • With clean showers and restrooms, Four Seasons RV Resort ensures a comfortable stay for all guests.

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