June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas.
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Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do not move the animal. Call the Texas Animal Health Commission at (800) 550‑8242 or contact a private veterinarian. For wildlife with suspicious wounds or maggots, notify park staff or call (512) 389‑4505.
Five miles of sandy Gulf beaches and coastal dunes perfect for surfing, swimming, and shelling. Paddle the shallow waters of the island trail, fish from the surf, and camp directly on the beach.
Things to do
🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🛶 Paddling
🏊 Swimming
🎣 Fishing
🐦 Birding
🧭 Geocaching
Amenities & facilities
🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Showers
🚐 RV Dump Station
♿ Accessible Facilities
RV / campsite hookups
⚡ Electric & Water
⛺ Primitive / No Hookups
Camping options
Campsites with Electricity
Primitive Campsites (Drive-up)
Entrance fee
$7 per adult
Hours
Open daily,
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Hours as published by TPWD. Check the official page before a long drive.