Photo thanks to Rockport / Corpus Christi KOA Journey
Rockport / Corpus Christi KOA Journey
A big KOA on Salt Lake with concrete full-hookup sites up to 105 ft, two heated pools, a lighted fishing pier, mini golf and dog parks, about 9 minutes from downtown Rockport.
Rockport, Texas · on Salt Lake north of town, about 9 minutes from downtown
Season
Year-round
Monthly sites available all year
Elevation
Near sea level
On Salt Lake, off Copano Bay north of town
Hookups
Full hookups
30/50 amp, Wi-Fi and cable TV
Big rigs
Up to 105 ft
Concrete pads; pull-thru, back-in and patio sites
Updated October 12, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
On Salt Lake, north of town
The Rockport KOA experience
A large KOA Journey on Salt Lake with concrete full-hookup sites up to 105 ft, two heated pools, a lighted pier, mini golf and two dog parks, about 9 minutes from downtown Rockport and next door to Copano Bay RV Resort.
Full hookups30/50 amp, cable TV and Wi-Fi
Sites to 105 ftConcrete pads; pull-thru, back-in and patio sites
Two heated poolsOpen year-round
Lighted pier & boardwalkOn Salt Lake
Kayak launchKayak, bike and golf-cart rentals
Mini golf & gamesCornhole, horseshoes, pirate-ship playground
Two KampK9 dog parksPet-friendly sites
24-hour laundryOn site
Camp storeFirewood and propane
ClubhouseWith books and games
Community fire pitPlus catch-and-release pond
Hummingbird gardenA local favorite
Monthly staysFrom $515 plus electric
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 staff, the big concrete sites and the activities, and the few complaints mention rough access roads and paid premium Wi-Fi.
Off FM 1781
Getting there
The KOA is on FM 1781 north of Rockport, reached from SH-35 by FM 3036 and FM 1781.
From Corpus Christi and the south: SH-35 north through Aransas Pass and Rockport, then FM 3036 and FM 1781 north to the parkFrom Goose Island and the north: SH-35 south across the Copano Bay causeway, then FM 3036 and FM 1781
SH-35 · FM 3036 / FM 1781
Set your GPS
3025 FM 1781, Rockport, TX 78382
To downtown Rockport*About 9 min
To Rockport BeachAbout 11 min
To Goose Island State ParkAbout 18 min
From Corpus ChristiAbout 31 min
Book through KOA. Use the KOA booking tool for nightly sites; call the park for monthly stays.
Next door to Copano Bay RV Resort. The two parks share Salt Lake; don’t turn into the wrong gate on FM 1781.
*Drive times are from Google Maps and OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Rockport
Around Rockport
Fulton’s mansion is about 7 minutes away, Rockport Beach and the harbor museums about 11, and Goose Island State Park about 18.
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.
Photo thanks to Larry D. Moore (CC BY 4.0)
Texas Maritime Museum
Exhibits on the Texas coast’s seafaring past, from early explorers and shipbuilding to fishing and offshore oil, by Rockport Harbor.
Photo thanks to Larry D. Moore (CC BY 4.0)
Fulton Mansion
An 1870s Second Empire mansion on the bay in Fulton, now a Texas Historical Commission site with guided tours.
Photo thanks to Klaus Nigge / USFWS (CC BY 2.0)
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
The winter home of endangered whooping cranes, with a wildlife drive, trails and an observation tower.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
The three closest RV parks to the Rockport KOA, by drive time.
Photo thanks to Copano Bay RV Resort
Copano Bay RV Resort
A bayside resort on Salt Lake with 152 paved full-hookup sites, a heated pool, a fishing pier and cottages.
Photo thanks to Enchanted Oaks RV Park
Enchanted Oaks RV Park
A quiet, family-run park in 60 acres of live oaks on the SH-35 Bypass, with 52 roomy full-hookup sites from $55 a night.
Photo thanks to Ancient Oaks RV Park
Ancient Oaks RV Park
A big, oak-shaded park on Business 35 near downtown, with a heated pool and hot tub, a stocked pond and lots of Winter Texans.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether the Rockport KOA fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: a big, well-run KOA on Salt Lake with long concrete sites, two heated pools, a lighted pier and plenty for kids and dogs, about 9 minutes from downtown. Nightly prices vary by date and premium Wi-Fi costs extra, but the 2026 promo rate and monthly sites from $515 are good value.
Park ratesFrom koa.com · checked Oct 12, 2026
2026 promo (select RV sites)$49 /night
Weekly25% off 7+ nights
Monthly (+ electric)From $515 /month
RVers paid (Apr–Jul 2026)$48–60 /night
KOA prices other RV sites by date and site type in its booking tool. The $49 promotion covers select RV sites through 2026. Monthly rates don’t include metered electric. Boat storage is $10 a day or $80 a month for guests with reservations.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the park’s KOA page or call (361) 444-4131.
Typical July afternoon
Rockport92°
Phoenix107°
Mild winters: January highs average about 66°, which is why Winter Texans fill Rockport’s parks; July runs about 92° and humid.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and why RVers rate it highly.
Open
Site types
From $49 a night in 2026, or $515 a month.
Open
Rates & policies
Booking, monthly stays, pets and extras.
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Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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The Rockport / Corpus Christi KOA Journey (formerly Rockport KOA Holiday) is a franchised KOA campground on Salt Lake north of Rockport, with room for up to 243 rigs. It suits families, big rigs and monthly visitors who want resort-style amenities.
Best for
- Big rigs: concrete pads up to 105 ft, pull-thru and back-in, with KOA Patio sites.
- Families: two heated pools, mini golf, a pirate-ship playground and bike and kayak rentals.
- Dog owners: two KampK9 dog parks and pet-friendly sites.
- Anglers: a lighted pier and boardwalk, a kayak launch and a catch-and-release pond.
Consider this
- Nightly prices vary by date; only select sites get the $49 promo.
- High-speed Wi-Fi and golf-cart and bike rentals cost extra.
- Some reviewers mention rough access roads.
- It’s a busy, family-oriented park rather than a quiet hideaway.
Summer in Rockport
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.
RV sites have full hookups with up to 50 amp service, cable TV and Wi-Fi on concrete pads up to 105 ft, in back-in, pull-thru and KOA Patio layouts. The park also has tent sites and other rentals.
2026 promo $49/night
KOA’s 2026 coastal camping promotion on select RV sites.
Weekly 25% off
Stay seven or more nights and get 25% off the entire stay.
Monthly From $515/month
Monthly RV sites are available year-round; electric is metered.
Patio sites Ask
Sites with a KOA Patio cost more than standard sites.
Promo$49Select RV sites, 2026
MonthlyFrom $515Plus metered electric
Weekly25% offStays of 7+ nights
BookingKOA.comOr call (361) 444-4131
Rig lengthUp to 105 ftConcrete pads
PetsWelcomeTwo KampK9 dog parks
Wi-FiFree basicHigh-speed costs extra
Boat storage$10/day$80/month with a reservation
Tent sitesAvailableGrassy sites near the pond
RentalsBikes, kayaks, cartsExtra cost
Checked against koa.com on October 12, 2026. KOA sets nightly prices by date and site; see the booking tool or call (361) 444-4131 for current rates.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- Does my site qualify for the $49 rate? It covers select RV sites through 2026.
- What does monthly cost with electric? Monthly starts at $515 before metered electric.
- Which site fits my rig? Pads run up to 105 ft; give your length and slide-outs.
- Is the premium Wi-Fi worth it? Basic Wi-Fi is free; high-speed costs extra.
- Can I bring my boat? Storage is $10 a day or $80 a month with a reservation.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready for a KOA stay on Salt Lake?
Fish the lighted pier at sunset, cool off in a heated pool and be on Rockport Beach in about 11 minutes. Book through KOA for current rates and availability.
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 Rockport / Corpus Christi KOA Journey, with our thanks. Video: Sharing the Journey on YouTube (2023). Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: dwh1974 (Rockport Beach; CC BY 3.0), Larry D. Moore (Texas Maritime Museum and Fulton Mansion; CC BY 4.0) and Klaus Nigge / U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (whooping cranes; CC BY 2.0); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Copano Bay RV Resort, Enchanted Oaks RV Park and Ancient Oaks RV Park. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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