RV camping near Olmito, Texas offers year-round accommodations with distinctive seasonal rhythms. Temperatures range from 50-95°F depending on season, with coastal proximity creating higher humidity than inland areas. The flat terrain sits at approximately 33 feet above sea level, allowing for accessible camping options within 30 miles of the area.
What to do
Waterway access: Rod and Reel RV Court provides canoe access to local waterways. "Every Friday afternoon they have a jam session. Coffee and doughnuts every Saturday. Breakfast every other Monday. Water way with canoes," notes Teresa E., highlighting the additional social activities that complement outdoor recreation.
SpaceX viewing: Tropical Trails RV Resort offers convenient access to SpaceX facilities. "It's a short drive to the beach and SpaceX is close, we just watched the latest test flight," reports one camper who appreciated this unique local attraction.
International day trips: The Fig Tree RV Resort positions visitors for cultural excursions. "It's about 45 minutes from South Padre, and great for day trips into Mexico," explains Cari E., who stayed at the park while visiting family in the region.
What campers like
Winter community activities: Encore Fun-N-Sun provides structured seasonal programming. "The park has a lot of activities during the winter season. Most activities end March 31," explains Joyce T., who appreciates the community atmosphere during peak season.
Pool amenities: Tropical Trails maintains heated swimming facilities. "We really enjoy the large heated pool. Our dog enjoys his walks to the dog park," states a visitor who values both human and pet recreation options.
Spacing between sites: Paradise Park RV Resort offers more generous site separation than competitors. "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," explains one reviewer, highlighting the comparative advantage over coastal alternatives.
What you should know
Age restrictions: Most parks operate with senior focus. "While it's marketed as a 55+ community, they do allow a small portion of spots to be booked by younger singles or couples (I don't think they would allow families with children, however)," explains Cari E. about The Fig Tree RV Resort.
Internet reliability: Connectivity varies significantly between parks. "High Speed Internet (ethernet from the pedestal) was very fast (over 100mbit). No issues with multiple 4k stream, and/or Zoom/Teams calls," reports Patrick O. about Tropical Trails, while another park visitor warns, "Don't count on their WiFi working (it is also not secured)."
Seasonal occupancy patterns: Winter fills most parks with long-term visitors. "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," notes one visitor about the changing atmosphere throughout the year.
Tips for camping with families
Age policy verification: Contact parks directly about family accommodations. "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," advises one camper at Encore Sunshine.
Recreation options: Look for parks with diverse activities. "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," shares a Tropical Trails visitor about available recreation.
Weather considerations: Plan for persistent winds affecting outdoor activities. "DID NOT like the daily winds of 13-40 mph," notes Tom D. about conditions at Encore Tropic Winds, a factor families should consider when planning outdoor recreation.
Tips from RVers
Site privacy: Choose parks that balance community with privacy. "The one thing I absolutely love about Tropical Trails (if I had to pick one) is that the spaces between sites are some of the largest I've seen. It's so refreshing not to be right on top of your neighbor," explains one RV traveler.
Proximity to birding locations: Position strategically for nature activities. "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," advises a visitor who extended their stay specifically for birding opportunities.
Noise considerations: Be aware of ambient noise sources. "There are train tracks on the north end of the resort, and we were very close (as close as you can be) to them. Train seems to roll through at about 10:30pm every night, but you honestly don't even notice after the first night," reports one RVer about their adaptation to regular rail traffic.
