Sea Rim State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- $4 per adultAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- RecommendedCan reach capacity
- Dogs
- Statewide rule — see below
- Camping
- 91 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- tpwd.texas.gov(409) 971-2559
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Alert Beach ClosureFeb. 11, 2026 - The East Beach is closed to camping and vehicles, due to a wash-out. Check back for updates.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Jefferson County, about 18 miles southwest of Port Arthur, Sea Rim State Park covers about 4,402 acres.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and fishing. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. Overnight options include 91 campsites across 3 camping areas, with RV sites with electric and water hookups, tent sites, primitive or hike-in sites, and equestrian camping. There are also cabins for rent.
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 | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Office | Mon | 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. | — |
| Tue–Thu | 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | — | |
| Fri–Sun | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Open daily, 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Park office: If you have a camping reservation and will arrive late, you must contact the park during office hours for instructions. We often reach capacity, and recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online or by calling the customer service center before you visit. Monday: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Friday - Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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 | $4 |
| Child 12 Years and Under | Free |
Official wording
• Adult: $4 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 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 located in the Piping Plover loop, next to the beach access and the dune boardwalk. | 15 | Water hookup; 50/30-amp hookupPicnic tableOutdoor grillTent padLantern post | $20 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Primitive Campsites (Drive-up) Located in the West Beach Primitive camping areas. These campsites cannot be reserved and are only available upon arrival at the park. Sites close due to extreme high tides or other weather events; contact the park to check on conditions before your trip. You can camp with horses on the beach, but it has no facilities; you'll need to bring a portable pen or tether your horse to a trailer. Horseback riding is only allowed on the Middle Beach. Contact the park for conditions. | 75 | No WaterNon-reservableGround fires allowedEquestrian camping allowed | $10 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
| Floating Primitive Campsite (Boat-in) CLOSED FOR REPAIRS. | 1 | 13’ x 20’ wooden floating campsiteAccessible by shallow draft boat onlyCanoe/kayak rentals are availableNo ash-producing fires allowedWaste disposal bucket with solid/liquid waste bag required | $15 Nightly Plus daily entrance fee |
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingHorseback ridingHikingFishingCanoeing and kayakingPicnickingSwimmingCamping
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fish cleaning station
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Water hookups
- Primitive or backcountry camping
- Equestrian camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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
- 19335 S. Gulfway Drive
Sabine Pass, TX 77655 - Nearest town
- Port Arthur — about 18 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 29.6762, -94.0440
- Phone
- (409) 971-2559
- SeaRimSP@tpwd.texas.gov
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)
- Photo: Public Lands Institute - Sea Rim State Park - 001.tif — CC0 1.0 (public domain dedication), Public Lands Institute
“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