Photo thanks to The Palms RV Park
The Palms RV Park
A gated, palm-shaded RV park on the west side of Aransas Pass, with roomy concrete sites, a pool and hot tub, two laundries and a busy clubhouse calendar, about 25 minutes from Corpus Christi.
Aransas Pass, Texas · on Wheeler Avenue (Business 35), about 3 minutes from downtown
Season
Year-round
Daily, weekly and extended stays
Elevation
Near sea level
On the west side of Aransas Pass, off Business 35
Hookups
Full hookups
30/50 amp, water and sewer
Big rigs
Ask your length
Concrete pads in several sizes; the park says it fits RVs of all sizes
Updated October 12, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
Palm trees, west side of town
The Palms experience
A gated park with about 200 palm trees on the west side of Aransas Pass, with concrete full-hookup sites, a pool and hot tub, two laundries and a clubhouse with a game room.
Full hookups30/50 amp, water and sewer
Concrete padsSeveral sizes, with room to spare
Pool & hot tubResort-style pool and spa
ClubhouseKitchen, big-screen TV and event space
Game roomTwo pool tables and ping-pong
Private showersRestrooms and showers in the clubhouse
Two laundriesFull-size washers and dryers
Pets welcomeTwo dog runs; breed restrictions
About 200 palm treesAn oasis-style park
Gated parkStaff escort you to your site
ActivitiesKaraoke, water aerobics, potlucks and church services
LibraryIn the clubhouse
Weekly & monthly staysFrom $300 a week or $525 a month
Life at camp
What guests say
The park report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores tell a mixed story: Google and RV LIFE reviewers praise the clean, quiet, palm-shaded grounds and the activities, while some Yelp and Campendium reviewers describe booking mix-ups.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report36 ft Jun 2021
Cell signal reportedAT&T 4G
Last reported nightly rate$20 Jun 2021
As reported by Campendium and RV LIFE users. Campendium’s scores come from two reviews (2019–2021), and its $20 rate is an old report, likely a long stay worked out per night. Confirm rates and policies with the park before you go.
On Wheeler Avenue
Getting there
The Palms is on West Wheeler Avenue (Business 35) on the west side of Aransas Pass, a few minutes from downtown.
From Corpus Christi and the south: US-181 and SH-35 over the Harbor Bridge and north to Aransas Pass, then Business 35 (Wheeler Avenue) to the parkFrom Rockport and the north: FM 1069 south to Aransas Pass, then west on Business 35 (Wheeler Avenue)
BUS 35 · WHEELER AVE
Set your GPS
2135 W Wheeler Ave, Aransas Pass, TX 78336
To downtown Aransas Pass*About 3 min
To Conn Brown HarborAbout 7 min
To the Port Aransas ferryAbout 13 min
From downtown Corpus ChristiAbout 25 min
Reservation fees are due up front. Daily stays are paid in full ($55–$65); weekly stays need a $200 fee and monthly stays $225.
Check the breed list. Pit bulls, Dobermans, mastiffs, Rottweilers and any breed management deems aggressive aren’t allowed.
*Drive times are from Google Maps and OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Aransas Pass
Around Aransas Pass
Lighthouse Lakes, the Port Aransas ferry and Rockport Beach are all within about 20 minutes, and Corpus Christi is 25 minutes south.
Photo thanks to Jon Lebkowsky (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Lighthouse Lakes Park
A kayak launch on the causeway to Port Aransas, with marked paddling trails through Redfish Bay’s seagrass flats, named for the historic Lydia Ann Lighthouse nearby.
Photo thanks to Larry D. Moore (CC BY 4.0)
Port Aransas Ferry
Free TxDOT ferries cross the ship channel to Port Aransas around the clock; watch for dolphins on the short ride.
Photo thanks to dwh1974 (CC BY 3.0)
Port Aransas Beach
Miles of wide, drive-on Gulf beach across the ship channel, with the Horace Caldwell Pier, beach access roads and big sunsets.
Photo thanks to dwh1974 (CC BY 3.0)
Rockport Beach Park
Rockport’s sandy, family-friendly beach on Aransas Bay, next to the harbor, with picnic areas, fishing and bird-watching.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
Three more Aransas Pass RV parks, by drive time.
Photo thanks to Southern Oaks RV Resort
Southern Oaks RV Resort
A gated resort on the SH-35 Bypass with paved roads, four fishing ponds and a 10,000 sq ft clubhouse.
Video still: Boondocking with Dennis
ICW RV Park
A no-frills park on a narrow peninsula on the Intracoastal Waterway, with a fishing pier and mostly monthly guests.
Photo thanks to Seagrass RV Resort
Seagrass RV Resort
A renovated resort on SH-188 with concrete sites, palapas, a resort pool and a lazy river.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether The Palms fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a clean, palm-shaded park with a pool, hot tub and a full social calendar at some of the lowest published rates in town. Reviews on Yelp and Campendium mention reservation mix-ups, so get your booking confirmed in writing, and check the breed list if you travel with a dog.
Park ratesFrom the park’s website · checked Oct 12, 2026
Daily$55–65 /night
Weekly$300–325 /week
Monthly$525–575 /month
Reservation fee$55–225 at booking
Starting rates for regular and premium sites; they may vary by date and availability. Monthly rates don’t include electricity. A reservation fee is due when you book: the full nightly rate for daily stays, $200 for weekly and $225 for monthly stays.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the park’s rates page or call (361) 758-4000.
Typical July afternoon
Rockport92°
Phoenix107°
Mild winters: January highs average about 66°, which is why Winter Texans fill Aransas Pass’s RV parks; July runs about 92° and humid.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and why RVers keep coming back.
Open
Site types
From $55 a night, $300 a week or $525 a month.
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Rates & policies
Reservation fees, pets, arrival and park rules.
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Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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The Palms RV Park is a gated RV park on Wheeler Avenue on the west side of Aransas Pass, part of the Good Life RV Resorts network. It suits RVers who want a tidy, social park with resort extras at modest rates, from a few nights to a whole winter.
Best for
- Winter Texans: monthly rates from $525 plus electric, with potlucks, karaoke, water aerobics and church services.
- Budget-minded RVers: daily rates start at $55, among the lowest published in town.
- Pool-and-spa fans: a resort-style pool and hot tub, plus a game room with two pool tables.
- Shade seekers: about 200 palm trees around the park.
Consider this
- Yelp (2.8) and Campendium (3.0) reviewers describe reservation and site mix-ups.
- Monthly rates don’t include electricity.
- Aggressive breeds, including pit bulls, Dobermans, mastiffs and Rottweilers, aren’t allowed.
- It’s an in-town park with no water views; the bays are a short drive away.
Summer in Aransas Pass
Typical July afternoon
92°
Rockport
Rockport station
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
15 degrees cooler than Phoenix, but humid, with nights near 79°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every site has 30/50 amp electric, water and sewer on a concrete pad. Regular and premium sites differ in price; these are starting rates.
Regular daily $55/night
Daily stays are paid in full when you book.
Premium daily $65/night
Premium sites cost $10 more a night.
Weekly $300/week
A $200 reservation fee holds a weekly stay.
Monthly $525/month
A $225 reservation fee holds a monthly stay; electricity is billed separately.
Daily$55–$65Paid in full at booking
Weekly$300–$325$200 reservation fee
Monthly$525–$575Plus electric; $225 fee
BookingOnline or phone(361) 758-4000
PetsLeashedTwo dog runs on site
BreedsRestrictedNo pit bulls, Dobermans, mastiffs or Rottweilers
ArrivalEscort to siteStaff lead you in
SecurityGatedPrivate, secure mailroom
TrashDaily pickupAt your site
RV washingAllowedAt your site, with well water
Checked against thepalmsrvpark.com (rates and amenities) on October 12, 2026. Book online or call (361) 758-4000; a reservation fee is due when you book.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- Which site type fits my rig? Pads come in several sizes; give your full length and ask about premium sites.
- What’s the cancellation policy? It isn’t published, so ask before you pay the reservation fee.
- Is electric included? Not for monthly stays; ask how it’s metered.
- Is my dog OK? The park restricts aggressive breeds; check yours first.
- Is my site guaranteed? Ask for your site number in writing with your confirmation.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready for a palm-shaded stay?
Settle in under the palms, soak in the hot tub and join the potluck, with the bays and the Port Aransas ferry minutes away. Book online or call The Palms.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The park photos come from The Palms RV Park, with our thanks, and the video tour and sign still are by Eisinger Leather Works. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Jon Lebkowsky (Lydia Ann Lighthouse; CC BY-SA 2.0), Larry D. Moore (Port Aransas ferry; CC BY 4.0) and dwh1974 (Port Aransas beach and Rockport Beach; CC BY 3.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Southern Oaks RV Resort, Boondocking with Dennis (ICW RV Park video still) and Seagrass RV Resort. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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