Best Destinations in Texas For RV Snowbirds

A fifth-wheel in a tropical campsite in Texas. — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds.***

You Won’t Miss Winter in These Texas RV Snowbird Destinations

Texas ranks high on the list of RV snowbird destinations for its warm weather. However, its legendary hospitality, numerous attractions, and relatively low cost of living keep RV snowbirds returning year after year. Texas is the second-largest state in the US and this gives it diversity that few other states can offer. From Gulf Coast beaches in the East to the arid desert country of West Texas, the state has something for everybody.

Snowbirds who choose Texas as their refuge from bitter northern winters are warmly welcomed as “Winter Texans.” However, what makes Texas special is that visitors can explore historic regional parks and national monuments, eat authentic Tex Mex food at local restaurants, or relax on the beach. RV parks in Texas tend to welcome snowbirds, too. They offer a variety of amenities in different price ranges, but the best ones tend to fill up fast.

Gulf Coast

The Gulf Coast of Texas stretches more than 300 miles along the Gulf of Mexico’s beautiful sandy beaches. This mecca for RV snowbirds is a well-known Texas destination that offers golf courses, historic attractions, shopping, birding, fishing, and fantastic dining experiences. Oh, and also the opportunity to stroll or relax on beautifully sandy beaches!

Palacios

Palacios is located on the central Gulf Coast. If you’re a history buff, you’ll love a visit to this charming seaside town and its lovely marinas. The area also offers great shopping and dining experiences along with all the amenities you expect to find in any city.

Galveston

Located just south of Houston, Texas, Galveston is definitely an intriguing place. This place was once home to French pirates, who sought refuge from a storm and then stayed. Well, they’re long gone, but their legacy remains in this historic place. But that’s not all you’ll find in Galveston. It’s a great place for birding, kayaking, fishing, or enjoying a enjoying peaceful sunset on the beach.

Where to Stay On the Gulf Coast

Motorhome and Airstream trailer on waterfront campsites at Firefly RV Park Corpus Christi. — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds***

Firefly RV Park Corpus Christi has many 50-amp RV sites right on the Gulf. RVers love that this is a clean, well-cared-for park with all the basic amenities and a few extras. These extras include an off-leash dog park, laundry facilities, and a camp store. Visitors also mention that there’s a Walmart nearby as well as fantastic dining choices.

Motorhome in a campsite with a rainbow overhead at South Padre Island KOA Holiday. — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds.***

South Padre Island KOA Holiday at the south end of the Gulf Coast offers a full range of amenities including a dog park, pool, playground and full hook up sites nestled against the water. RVers loved the friendliness of this resort.

Quilly’s Big Fish RV Park in Rockport, Texas, has large, treed sites and a great dog park with plenty of room for your dog to run. There are also plenty of other amenities, including a stocked fish pond, trails, and a laundry room. Campsites here are affordable at just $525 per month.

West Texas

Big Bend National Park

Located as far south as you can go in West Texas, Big Bend National Park is named for for the drastic change in course of the Rio Grande river. This is where the river changes from a southeastern to a northeastern flow within the canyons it carves into the Chihuahuan desert. In spite of its remote location, Big Bend National Park remains one of the most popular national parks in the US. Yet this is a quiet place where only silence and the sounds of nature hover over the the vast and wild desert landscape.

Hiking, mountain biking, or horseback riding on this park’s hundreds of miles of trails reveals that Big Bend National Park is home to hundreds of species of plants and animals. After dark the park preserves a night sky that makes it one of the best places in the world for stargazing. If you love wide-open spaces and nature, you’ll definitely want to add Big Bend National Park to your destination bucket list.

Where to Stay in the Big Bend Area

Class B motohome overlooking the mountains at Chisos Basin Campground. — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds.***

Chisos Basin Campground has everything you’d expect to find in national park campground. That means it has very basic amenities, no hookups, a dump station, and a central water spigot to refill freshwater. Still, it’s a favourite for many RVers who come prepared to boondock. That’s because when you’re here, you’re surrounded by scenic landscapes and a peaceful atmosphere that you won’t find anywhere else. RVers who have stayed here recommend filling up with gas whenever possible on the long route through the park.

Truck and Airstream trailer in a campsite at Rio Grande Village Campground. — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds.***

Rio Grande Village Campground is highly regarded by RVers because of its proximity to trails, good Wi-Fi, and availability of shaded sites. RVers on RV LIFE Campgrounds warn that this RV park has only the most basic national park amenities and RV sites can be windy at times.

San Antonio

The vibrant city of San Antonio owes its unique culture and architecture to a mix of German, Mexican, and Spanish influences. The area is a favorite destination for many snowbirds seeking to escape winter because it’s so affordable and offers so many things to do and see. The city itself is more than three centuries old, so there are a ton of historical attractions to explore, including the famous Alamo. In addition, San Antonio boasts all the amenities that you’d expect to find in any major city. There’s lots to keep you busy here. You’ll find fantastic live entertainment, great food and fine dining experiences, a river walk, as well as museums. San Antonio is also just a few hours from the sandy beaches of Corpus Christi.

Where To Stay Near San Antonio

RVs in the campground at Mission City RV Park — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds.***

Mission City RV Park is just minutes from downtown San Antonio. This friendly RV park has plenty of spacious, shady RV sites and has a city bus stop right outside its gate. This park has lots of amenities and activities to keep guests comfortable and happy. These include a pool, picnic shelter, laundry facilities and showers.

Truck and trailer in a campsite at Greenlake RV Resort. — ***Photo courtesy RV LIFE Campgrounds.***

Greenlake RV Resor t is located within San Antonio city limits. However, RVers report that this is a quiet park even though it’s handy to everything. This RV resort has loads of amenities, including a pond that’s stocked with catfish. Other amenities here include a fenced pet area, pool, gym, laundry room, and recreation room.

Cactus Country RV Resort is located southeast of San Antonio. It offers clean, shaded sites and enough amenities to get Rv snowbirds through the winter comfortably. Cactus Country RV Resort offers amenities including laundry facilities, access to trails, a camp store and a pet area. It’s worth noting that this is one of a few parks that limits pets up to 20 pounds.

Final Thoughts

Texas welcomes snowbirds from the North with warm sandy beaches, history, and a wealth of natural landscapesplus the legendary Southern hospitality. In addition, snowbirding in Texas is affordable, with many parks charging between $500 and $700 per month. Looking for a great destination to while away the winter months in warmth? You owe it to yourself to check out all that the Lone Star State has to offer as an RV snowbird destination.