Mustang Island State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $7 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 98 campsites
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(361) 749-5246
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Screwworm AlertJune 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. Check your pets and livestock often. If you see unusual wounds or maggots, do… (more)
June 13, 2026 - New world screwworm has been found in parts of Texas. 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.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 4,754 acres, Mustang Island State Park lies in Nueces County, about 6 miles south of Corpus Christi.
Visitors come for canoeing and kayaking, swimming, biking, fishing, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. Overnight options include 98 campsites across 2 camping areas, with RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. We often reach capacity, and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Pets
Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet at all times and are not permitted in any buildings at Texas State Parks. Some parks restrict pets on certain trails.
Statewide rule from Texas's park system (source). This park’s page doesn’t state its own pet rules, so check for local restrictions.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Adult | $7 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $7 Daily • Child 12 Years and Under: Free
Texas park passes
- Texas State Parks Pass — $70 per year. Free entry for the holder and guests at the state parks it covers, plus camping and store discounts; a second pass for someone at the same address is $25 Details
- Texas Parklands Passport. Discounted or free entry for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and Gold Star family members Details
From the Texas state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- Recommended
- Camping
- Recommended
- Booking system
- Texas State Parks reservation system (ReserveAmerica)
- Phone
- (512) 389-8900
We often reach capacity, and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites with Electricity Sites are not on the beach, they are separated from the ocean by sand dunes and are about 400 yards from the water. These sites don't have fire rings; you can have a campfire on the beach, but not at the campsite. Cooking in the grills at the site is allowed. | 48 | Water hookup; 50 amp hookupShowersPicnic tableOutdoor grillShade shelter | $25 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Drive-up) These undesignated sites are on 1.5-mile stretch of beach. Sites are closed from time to time due to weather conditions; we suggest you call the park before your visit to check on beach conditions. You may have a small beach campfire in this area. Restrooms are 50 yards - 1.5 miles away from sites. A beach bathhouse with full restrooms is near headquarters. Swim at your own risk in the Gulf, as there are no lifeguards. | 50 | Non-reservable | $13 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
Camping details from the park
Stay at one of 48 water and electric campsites or 50 drive-up primitive sites. (The water and electric campsites are 1/3 mile from the beach.) We have portable toilets along two miles of the beach. Full restrooms and showers with hot water are located near the water-electric campground.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingFishingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Boating and paddling
Paddle the Mustang Island State Park Paddling Trail. The three segments of the trail follow the western shoreline of the island in Corpus Christi Bay. The 20 miles of trails pass through some of the best shallow-water fishing areas in Texas. Enjoy close-up views of coastal birds.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
Water
- Swimming beach
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 9394 State Highway 361
Corpus Christi, TX 78418 - Nearest town
- Corpus Christi — about 6 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 27.6722, -97.1753
- Phone
- (361) 749-5246
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Texas State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- TPWD state parks map (embedded park data)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology