Mustang Island State Park
Mustang Island State Park is a barrier island state park located at 9394 State Highway 361 in Corpus Christi, Texas, featuring over five miles of coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. The park offers two distinct camping options: 48 water and electric campsites situated approximately 400 yards from the beach and separated by sand dunes, and 50 primitive drive-up beach campsites with direct beach access along a 1.5-mile stretch. Facilities include full restrooms and showers with hot water near the electric campground, portable toilets along the beach, and a park store. Popular activities include swimming, surfing, fishing, kayaking on 20-mile paddling trails, bird watching, and geocaching. (via official site)
- showers
- restrooms
- water hookups
- 50-amp electric
- picnic tables
- grills
- park store
- beach access
- wheelchair accessible
Rates & prices
Prices as published on Mustang Island State Park’s official website (USD).
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Water & Electric Campsite — capacity 8 people, includes water hookup and 50-amp electric, plus daily entrance fee | USD 25 per night |
| Primitive Beach Campsite — capacity 8 people, non-reservable, undesignated sites, plus daily entrance fee | USD 13 per night |
| Adult Day Use Entrance — ages 13 and up | USD 7 per day |
| Child Day Use Entrance — ages 12 and under, free | USD 0 per day |
| Texas State Parks Annual Pass — provides unlimited visits to 80+ state parks without entrance fees | USD 70 |
Key facts
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- Bring cash for fees in case card payment isn't available on site.
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🏞️ Attractions
Mustang Island State Park is a 3,954 acres (1,600 ha) state park located on Mustang Island south of the city of Port Aransas in Nueces County, Texas, United States. The park is on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico and has a 5-mile (8.0 km) beachfront. The park opened to the public in 1979 and is managed by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
Circle K- Stripes
- Commissary
⛽ Fuel
Shell
Valero- NEX Gas Station
🍽️ Food & drink
Starbucks- Scuttlebutt's Seafood Bar & Grill
- Nom's Kitchen
➕ Medical
CVS Pharmacy- Naval Health Clinic Corpus Christi
H-E-B Pharmacy
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Hot Showers
- Restroom
- Chemical toilets
🎾 Sports
- Swimming pool
- Tennis
- Baseball
🏧 ATM & bank
Frost Bank- American Bank
Wells Fargo
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Good to know
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What types of campsites are available?
The park offers 48 water and electric campsites (25 per night, 50-amp hookups, located 400 yards from beach) and 50 primitive beach campsites (13 per night, undesignated sites, direct beach access). Both accommodate up to 8 people per site.
Are campfires allowed?
Campfires are permitted on the beach only. There are no fire rings at regular campsites.
Can I bring my vehicle to my campsite?
Yes, both campsite types are drive-up sites. You can drive to your campsite and park there.
What facilities are available at the campsites?
Water and electric campsites have full restrooms and hot water showers nearby, water hookups, picnic tables, and shade shelters. Primitive beach sites have portable toilets (50 yards to 1.5 miles away) and a beach bathhouse near headquarters.
Is it safe to swim?
Swimming is allowed but is at your own risk. There are no lifeguards at the park.
How much does it cost to camp at Mustang Island State Park?
Mustang Island State Park charges a camping fee.
Who runs Mustang Island State Park?
Mustang Island State Park is operated by Texas Parks and Wildlife.
How many pitches does Mustang Island State Park have?
Mustang Island State Park has around 98 pitches.
What languages are spoken at Mustang Island State Park?
Staff at Mustang Island State Park speak English.
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