Goose Island State Park
Open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sites 1-24 experiencing intermittent closures and water disruptions due to campsite improvement construction. Water conservation notice in effect; visitors encouraged to bring personal water supply. Reservations recommended as the park frequently reaches capacity.
Special Weather Statement issued June 4 at 7:54AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
The combination of light winds and abundant tropical moisture will make the atmosphere favorable for the development of weak tropical funnels today. Most of these funnel clouds will be short lived and usually do not touch the ground. However, you should be prepared to seek shelter in the event a funnel does reach the ground.
About
Goose Island State Park sits on a peninsula jutting into St. Charles Bay along the central Texas coast. The park divides into two distinct camping areas: 40 bayfront sites offering water views with 20/30/50-amp electric hookups, and 53 wooded sites nestled beneath large live oak trees with fire rings and grills. An additional 22 walk-in tent sites and premium full-hookup sites with sewer connections accommodate various camping styles. Every camping loop includes restrooms with showers. The park serves as a base for fishing, kayaking, and wildlife observation. A fishing pier, fish cleaning station, regular boat ramp, and kayak/canoe launch provide water access. Across St. Charles Bay lies Aransas National Wildlife Refuge, wintering grounds for endangered whooping cranes visible from January through April. The famous Big Tree, a massive live oak estimated over 1,000 years old, stands nearby. Rockport Beach, Texas Maritime Museum, and Fulton Mansion State Historic Site are all within a short drive.
Directions
From Rockport, take TX-35 north approximately 10 miles. Turn right onto Park Road 13 and continue 2 miles to the park entrance at 202 S. Palmetto St.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | Yes |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $10 - $75 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| GooseIslandSP@tpwd.texas.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (361) 729-2858 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Useful Links
| Goose Island State Park - TPWD | |
| Campsites Overview | |
| Park Alerts |
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