South Beach

At a glanceFree campsite

Free Camping

About this campsite

Free camping at South Beach. Operated by National Park Service.

What this place offers

Accommodation Types

Free Camping

Location

South Beach•TX

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Common questions about South Beach

Is South Beach free to camp at?

We have South Beach in TX recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does South Beach have?

South Beach has free camping. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip. The list comes from the site record rather than a visit, so treat it as a guide.

Can you book South Beach online?

We hold no online booking link for South Beach, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is South Beach?

South Beach sits in TX. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at South Beach

Facilities recorded for South Beach
Facility	On site
Free Camping	Yes

Nearby Campsites

within 50km

7.5 km away

North Beach

Free camping at North Beach. Operated by National Park Service.

1.8 km away

Malaquite Campground

Malaquite Campground is open to tents and RVs on a first-come, first-served basis (no reservations). It is between the dunes with beach access. There are designated paved and gravel camp sites, restrooms, cold water showers, and picnic tables. Some sites have grills and shade structures. No hookups but a dump station and potable water are on the road to the campground. Campers with a paid site in the campground can pitch a tent either at the site or on the beach in front of the campground.

5.9 km away

Bird Island Basin Campground

Bird Island Basin lies along Laguna Madre with easy access for fishing, birding, windsurfing, and kayaking. There are 35 RV and tent sites and 10 additional tent-only sites. All sites are side by side on gravel. The tent-only sites are walk up to a sand flat. This area is also for day use activities. Vault toilets are available at the north and south ends with day use areas in between.