Photo thanks to Galveston Island KOA Holiday
Galveston Island KOA Holiday
A KOA Holiday near the far west end of Galveston Island, with concrete patio sites up to 65 ft, a heated pool, a lazy river, a fishing pond and the beach across the road.
Galveston, Texas · near San Luis Pass, across the road from the beach
Season
Year-round
Nightly, weekly and monthly; cabins and tent sites too
Elevation
Near sea level
Near the far west tip of Galveston Island, between the Gulf and West Bay
Hookups
Full hookups
30/50 amp, water and sewer
Big rigs
Up to 65 ft
Concrete patio sites, pull-thrus and back-ins
Updated October 13, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
West end, near San Luis Pass
The Galveston Island KOA experience
A KOA Holiday on 28 acres near the west tip of Galveston Island, with concrete patio sites up to 65 ft, a heated pool, a lazy river, a fishing pond and the Gulf beach across the road, about half an hour from the Strand.
Full hookups30/50 amp, water and sewer
Big-rig sitesConcrete patio sites up to 65 ft
Pull-thrus & back-insPlus Sky Deck and Paw Pen sites
Heated pool & hot tubPool heated year-round, plus a sauna
Lazy riverNext to the pool
Fishing pondCatch-and-release
Pickleball & basketballPlus a bounce pad and playground
KampK9 dog parkFenced, off-leash
Private bathroomsUnisex bath and shower rooms
LaundryOn site
Wi-FiPaid, on the Access Parks system
Camp storeWith propane and a daiquiri bar
Beach across the roadWalk across San Luis Pass Road
Bird areaOn the trans-Gulf migration route
Deluxe cabinsPlus tent sites
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 praise the friendly staff, the level, roomy sites and the pool and lazy river, and the gripes are about little shade, mosquitoes, rising prices and the drive into town.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report45 ft Feb 2024
Cell signal reportedVerizon 4G/5GAT&T 4G/5GT-Mobile 4G
Last reported nightly rate$100 May 2025
As reported by Campendium users. KOA lists a 65 ft maximum. The Tripadvisor score is from the listing under the park’s former name, Galveston Island RV Resort, which still collects reviews; the newer KOA listing has 12 reviews. Confirm rates and policies with the campground before you go.
Off San Luis Pass Road
Getting there
The KOA is on San Luis Pass Road (FM 3005), about 15 miles past the end of the Seawall and 3 miles from the San Luis Pass toll bridge.
From Houston: I-45 South over the causeway, exit at 61st Street, right on 61st to Seawall Blvd, then right (west) on Seawall Blvd, which becomes FM 3005, about 17 miles to the KOA on the leftFrom Freeport and Lake Jackson: Bluewater Hwy (CR 257) across the San Luis Pass toll bridge, then about 3 miles on FM 3005 to the KOA on the left
FM 3005 · NEAR SAN LUIS PASS
Set your GPS
23700 San Luis Pass Rd, Galveston, TX 77554
To San Luis Pass bridge*About 5 min
To Galveston Island State ParkAbout 18 min
To the Strand & cruise portAbout 36 min
From downtown HoustonAbout 1 hr 30 min
Room for big rigs. KOA lists sites up to 65 ft with 50 amp service; Big Rig Friendly pull-thrus have left-side hookups.
Hurricane season. June through November; KOA’s cancellation rules don’t mention storms, so ask, and consider travel insurance.
*Drive times are from OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate; summer and cruise-day traffic on Seawall Boulevard can add a lot. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Galveston
Around Galveston
Galveston Island State Park is about 18 minutes up the island, and Moody Gardens, the Pleasure Pier and the Strand are 30 to 36 minutes east.
Photo thanks to Tony Webster (CC BY 2.0)
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Rides, midway games and a roller coaster on a pier over the Gulf at 25th Street, on the Seawall. Park in the paid lots or meters along Seawall Boulevard.
Photo thanks to Larry D. Moore (CC BY 4.0)
Moody Gardens
Three glass pyramids (an aquarium, a rainforest and a discovery center), plus a seasonal water park and the winter light show.
Photo thanks to Michael Barera (CC BY-SA 4.0)
The Strand Historic District
Victorian iron-front buildings full of shops, candy stores and restaurants, a few blocks from the cruise terminals and the tall ship Elissa.
Photo thanks to Yinan Chen (public domain)
Galveston Island State Park
More than 2,000 acres of beach, dunes and marsh on the west end, with trails, birding and paddling routes on the bay side.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
More places to stay on and near Galveston Island, from our own guides.
Photo thanks to Blue Water RV Resort
Blue Water RV Resort
Our guide to the resort just past San Luis Pass, with canal sites, a boat ramp and the beach across the road.
Photo thanks to Jamaica Beach RV Resort
Jamaica Beach RV Resort
Our guide to the family-run west-end resort with 181 concrete pull-thrus, a 700-ft lazy river and mini golf.
Photo thanks to Yinan Chen (public domain)
Galveston Island State Park
Our guide to the state park’s beachside water-and-electric sites, bay-side camping and marsh trails, from $30 a night.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether the KOA fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a polished KOA Holiday at the quiet far end of the island: level concrete patio sites for big rigs, a heated pool, a lazy river and a fishing pond, with the beach across the road and a friendly, award-winning staff. Shade is scarce, mosquitoes find the marsh-side sites, nightly prices have climbed since KOA took over, and everything else is a 20- to 35-minute drive.
Reported & published ratesRVer reports and KOA’s website · checked Oct 13, 2026
May 2025 (Campendium)$100 /night
Stay 7+ nights20% off code 7N20
KOA Rewards10% off members
Winter month, 2026–27$699–790 /month
Summer month, 2026$989–1,049 /month
KOA shows nightly rates only in its booking engine, and they change with the date and site type. The 7-night discount has holiday and Lone Star Rally blackouts and can’t be combined with KOA Rewards. Monthly rates are for 28+ nights on Standard or Preferred back-ins. Visitors are $15 a day and a third vehicle $40.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the KOA’s extended-stay page or call (409) 200-2745.
Typical July afternoon
Galveston91°
Phoenix107°
Mild winters: January highs average about 63°, which is why Winter Texans fill Galveston’s RV 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 rate it so highly.
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Site types
About $100 a night reported in 2025; winter months from $699.
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Rates & policies
Check-in, cancellations, pets, visitors and the rules.
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Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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The park opened as Galveston Island RV Resort and was bought by Kampgrounds of America in 2021, when it had about 151 RV sites on 28 acres. It’s now a KOA Holiday with a 2025 World Class Guest Service award, and it suits families and big-rig RVers who want resort amenities away from the crowds.
Best for
- Big rigs: concrete patio sites up to 65 ft, including Big Rig Friendly pull-thrus.
- Families: a heated pool, a lazy river, a bounce pad, a playground and themed weekends.
- Dog owners: the KampK9 park plus Paw Pen sites with private fenced yards.
- Winter Texans: monthly winter rates from $699 and weekend-only Stay & Play plans.
Consider this
- It’s far from town: Moody Gardens and the Strand are 30 to 36 minutes away, and groceries need a drive.
- Young palms mean little shade, and mosquitoes are a common complaint.
- Wi-Fi is a paid add-on, not free.
- Some reviewers say prices and monthly rates have risen sharply since KOA took over.
Summer in Galveston
Typical July afternoon
91°
Galveston
Galveston Scholes Field
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
16 degrees cooler than Phoenix, but humid, with nights near 80°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every RV site has 30/50 amp power, water and sewer on a concrete patio, for up to six people. Rates vary by site type, date and length of stay.
Short stay About $100/night
What a Campendium user paid in May 2025. KOA Rewards members save 10%.
Week or more 20% off
Save 20% on stays of seven nights or longer, except holidays and the Lone Star Rally weekend.
Winter month $699/month
Winter extended stays on a Standard back-in; Preferred sites are $790. Summer months run $989–1,049.
Stay & Play $500/month
Leave your RV and use it on weekends. Summer Stay & Play (May–October) is $689–775.
Check-in1 p.m.Check-out 11 a.m.
Cancellation$20 feeBy phone, 7+ days out by 4 p.m.
Late cancelDeposit lostNo refunds for no-shows or early departures
Occupancy6 peopleThird vehicle $40, max 3
Visitors$15 a dayMax 4 per site, 9 a.m.–10 p.m.
PetsAllowedLeashed, never alone; not in the pool area
Quiet hours10 p.m.–8 a.m.Kids 16 and under on site
Golf cartsBring your ownLicensed drivers; no rentals
Speed limit10 mphPaved roads
FiresPatio sites onlyFire rings at KOA Patio sites
Checked against koa.com/campgrounds/galveston (site types, extended stays, general information and photos) on October 13, 2026. Nightly rates appear only in KOA’s booking engine; call (409) 200-2745 with questions.
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? Choose from Big Rig Friendly pull-thrus, Preferred and Standard back-ins, Sky Deck, Paw Pen and KOA Patio sites; Mystery Sites are assigned at check-in.
- What’s the nightly rate for my dates? KOA shows it only in the booking engine, so price your dates there or call.
- Is there a holiday or rally minimum? The 7-night discount is blacked out on holidays and the Lone Star Rally weekend.
- Can I have a campfire? Fire rings are only at KOA Patio sites.
- Do you honor Good Sam? Some listings mention a Good Sam discount, but KOA doesn’t; ask before you count on it.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready for the quiet end of Galveston Island?
Back onto a concrete patio, float the lazy river and walk across the road to the Gulf. Book online with KOA, or call the campground with questions about your rig.
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 Galveston Island KOA Holiday, with our thanks, and the video tour is by How To Have Fun Camping. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Tony Webster (Pleasure Pier; CC BY 2.0), Larry D. Moore (Moody Gardens; CC BY 4.0), Michael Barera (the Strand; CC BY-SA 4.0) and Yinan Chen (Galveston Island State Park; public domain); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Blue Water RV Resort, Jamaica Beach RV Resort and Yinan Chen (public domain). Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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