Photo thanks to Lazy Pelican RV Park
Lazy Pelican RV Park
A small, owner-run park in Crystal Beach with level concrete full-hookup pads, free Wi-Fi, a palapa and pergola, and the Gulf beach about 1,500 feet away.
Crystal Beach, Texas · on the Gulf side of TX-87, a short walk from the beach
Season
Year-round
Summer May–Sept; winter Oct–Apr
Elevation
Near sea level
On the Gulf side of TX-87, about 1,500 ft from the beach
Hookups
Full hookups
20/30/50 amp, water, sewer and Wi-Fi
Big rigs
Up to 45 ft
Back-in concrete pads; RVers report rigs to 39 ft
Updated October 13, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
Crystal Beach, near the sand
The Lazy Pelican experience
A small, owner-run park in Crystal Beach with level concrete full-hookup pads, free Wi-Fi, a palapa and pergola for get-togethers, and the Gulf beach a few minutes’ walk away.
Full hookups20/30/50 amp, water and sewer on every site
Concrete padsLevel back-in pads with picnic tables
Free Wi-FiHigh-speed Wi-Fi included
LaundryOn site; RVers say it’s free
Outdoor showerHot-and-cold rinse shower for sandy feet
Palapa & pergolaAn 18×23 ft palapa and a pergola with a fire pit
Walk to the beachAbout 1,500 ft, without crossing TX-87
Birding canalA reed-lined canal on the property
Dump stationReported at $10
RV & boat storageSea Spray Storage, $80 a month
Golf-cart rentalsDelivered to your site
Pets welcomeUp to two, leashed
Life at camp
What guests say
The park report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores tell a clear story: RVers love the friendly owners, the clean, quiet grounds and the walk to the beach, and the gripes are no shade, close-set sites and road noise from TX-87.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report38 ft Oct 2020
Cell signal reportedT-Mobile 5GAT&T 4GVerizon 4G
Last reported nightly rate$50 Apr 2024
As reported by Campendium and RV LIFE users. Campendium’s scores come from seven reviews (2019–2024); RV LIFE reviewers mention rigs up to 39 ft. The park says it has 55 sites, while listings count 35–37. Confirm rates and policies with the park before you go.
Off TX-87 on Sea Spray Drive
Getting there
Lazy Pelican is on Sea Spray Drive, just off TX-87 on the Gulf side of Crystal Beach, about 9 miles up the peninsula from the free Galveston ferry.
From Houston via I-10: exit 828 at Winnie, TX-124 south to High Island, then TX-87 west down the peninsula (no ferry)From Galveston and I-45: the free Galveston–Port Bolivar ferry, then TX-87 east
SEA SPRAY DR · CRYSTAL BEACH
Set your GPS
996 Sea Spray Dr, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
To the beach*About 5 min on foot
To the Bolivar ferry landingAbout 13 min
To High IslandAbout 30 min
From downtown HoustonAbout 2 hr
Back-in sites only. The park lists rigs to 45 ft, but RVers report fits to about 39 ft and call the turns tight for big rigs; give your full length when you call.
Ferry or I-10? From Galveston, the free ferry and 9 miles of TX-87 get you here; from Houston, I-10 to Winnie and TX-124 skips the summer-weekend ferry lines.
*Drive times are from Google Maps and OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate; the ferry adds its crossing and any wait. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around the peninsula
Around the Bolivar Peninsula
The ferry, Fort Travis and Bolivar Flats are 11–13 minutes southwest, and High Island’s bird sanctuaries are about half an hour up the coast.
Photo thanks to Larry D. Moore (CC BY 4.0)
Galveston–Port Bolivar Ferry
Free TxDOT ferries cross to Galveston around the clock in about 18 minutes; watch for dolphins, and expect long lines on summer weekends.
Photo thanks to Jim Evans (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Fort Travis Seashore Park
A free Galveston County park at Port Bolivar with the concrete gun batteries of a historic coastal fort, picnic shelters and a playground; day use only.
Photo thanks to Bettina Arrigoni (CC BY 2.0)
Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary
Houston Audubon’s tidal flats at the tip of the peninsula, where huge flocks of shorebirds feed; park at the vehicle barrier and walk in.
Photo thanks to Bettina Arrigoni (CC BY 2.0)
High Island bird sanctuaries
Houston Audubon’s Smith Oaks and Boy Scout Woods sanctuaries, famous for spring songbird migration and a rookery of spoonbills and egrets.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
Three more Bolivar Peninsula places to stay, by drive time.
Photo thanks to Camp Margaritaville
Camp Margaritaville
A 150-acre beachfront resort with 250+ concrete full-hookup sites, a huge pool complex with a swim-up bar and free concerts.
Photo thanks to Bolivar Peninsula RV Park
Bolivar Peninsula RV Park
A 40-acre park on TX-87 with grassy pull-thru and lakefront sites, a big dog park and a pavilion, a quarter mile from the beach.
Video still: Tiny Texan Adventures
Free beach camping
Free, no-hookup camping on the sand off Retilon Road near Bolivar Flats, for self-contained rigs.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Lazy Pelican fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a friendly, owner-run base for beach days and winter stays: level concrete pads, fast Wi-Fi, a palapa and fire-pit pergola for happy hour, and the sand a few minutes’ walk away without crossing the highway. There’s no shade, the sites sit close together and booking is by phone, so it suits RVers who want a small, social park more than resort amenities.
Park ratesFrom the park’s website · checked Oct 13, 2026
Summer nightly (May–Sept)$65 /night
Winter nightly (Oct–Apr)$55 /night
Holidays & events$75 /night
Weekly$275–325 /week
Monthly$595–695 /month
Rates include water, sewer, Wi-Fi and electric on one 30- or 50-amp service, for up to four guests and two vehicles; extra guests aged 8 and up are $2 a night. Weekly and monthly rates need a full 7 or 30 nights, and holiday and event weekends need 3 nights ($375 a week). Taxes aren’t stated.
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 (409) 684-9909.
Typical July afternoon
Galveston91°
Phoenix107°
Mild winters: January highs average about 63°, which is why Winter Texans fill the Bolivar Peninsula’s parks; July runs about 91° and humid, with a Gulf breeze.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and why RVers keep coming back.
Open
Site types
From $55 a night or $595 a month in winter.
Open
Rates & policies
Check-in, deposits, cancellations, pets and park rules.
Open
Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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Lazy Pelican RV Park is a small, owner-run park on Sea Spray Drive in Crystal Beach, open since 2016. It suits RVers who want a quiet, social base a short walk from the beach, from a holiday weekend to a whole winter.
Best for
- Beach walkers: the sand is about 1,500 ft away, on the same side of TX-87.
- Winter Texans: $595 a month in winter, with a Christmas party, Mardi Gras and happy hours under the palapa.
- Remote workers: free high-speed Wi-Fi is included, and RVers rate it well.
- Budget beach trips: $55–65 a night with electric, water, sewer and Wi-Fi included.
Consider this
- There’s no shade, and RVers say the sites are close together.
- Sites are back-in only and tight for big rigs; RVers report fits to about 39 ft.
- Booking is by phone or email only, and holiday and event weekends are non-refundable.
- The park lists an outdoor rinse shower but no bathhouse, so plan on your own.
Summer on Bolivar
Typical July afternoon
91°
Galveston
Galveston station
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
16 degrees cooler than Phoenix, but humid, with nights near 80°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every site has a level concrete pad, 20/30/50 amp electric, water, sewer, Wi-Fi and a picnic table, with parking for two vehicles. Rates change with the season and on holiday and event weekends.
Summer nightly $65/night
All utilities included on one 30- or 50-amp service.
Winter nightly $55/night
The same site for less, October through April.
Weekly $275/week
$375 a week over holidays and events.
Monthly $595/month
A full 30 nights; the $100 deposit isn’t refundable.
Check-in2 p.m.You must be 21 to register
Check-out11 a.m.Until 4 p.m. for $20
BookingPhone or emailNo online booking
DepositOne nightMonthly: $100, non-refundable
Cancellation48 hours’ notice$10 fee; no refund for leaving early
Holidays & events3-night minimum72 hours’ notice; non-refundable
PetsUp to 2Leashed; no pit bulls, Dobermans or Rottweilers
Quiet hours10 p.m.–7 a.m.Outdoor RV lights off by 11 p.m.
GeneratorsNot allowedExcept in an emergency
Not allowedTents, fireworksNo firearms, clotheslines or vehicle washing
Checked against lazypelicanrvpark.com (rates, rules, amenities and park layout) on October 13, 2026. Book by phone at (409) 684-9909 or by email; there’s no online booking.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- Which site fits my rig? Give your full length; all sites are back-in.
- Is my dog OK? Pit bulls, Dobermans and Rottweilers aren’t allowed, and the limit is two.
- Are there restrooms or showers? The website lists only the outdoor rinse shower.
- Is laundry free? RVers say yes; the website just lists a laundry room.
- Is it a holiday or event weekend? Those need 3 nights, cost more and can’t be refunded.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready for a beach week at the Pelican?
Park on a level concrete pad, walk to the beach and join happy hour under the palapa. Call or email Lazy Pelican to book; there’s no online booking.
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 Lazy Pelican RV Park, with our thanks, and the video review is by The Rife Life. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Larry D. Moore (the ferry Robert C. Lanier; CC BY 4.0), Jim Evans (Fort Travis; CC BY-SA 4.0) and Bettina Arrigoni (shorebirds at Bolivar Flats and a roseate spoonbill at Smith Oaks; CC BY 2.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Camp Margaritaville, Bolivar Peninsula RV Park, Tiny Texan Adventures. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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