Mustang Island State Park Camping
in August
Booking Mustang Island State Park in August
August is a very high-crowd month at Mustang Island State Park. Peak summer, hurricane season active. Texas state parks open reservations exactly 5 months in advance — for August dates, that window opens in March. Popular weekends disappear within minutes of the booking window opening. Your best bet is setting a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations.
What to Expect in August
Temperatures run 84-93°F at Mustang Island State Park in August. 84-93°F_ADVICE
Best activities: swimming, fishing, evening activities.
Park Highlights
- ✓Beach camping on the Gulf of Mexico
- ✓5 miles of pristine beach
- ✓Paddling trail on Corpus Christi Bay
Tips for August
- →Beach primitive camping is first-come, first-served — arrive early
- →Bring sand stakes for your tent — regular stakes will not hold in sand
Common Questions
Is Mustang Island State Park crowded in August?
August sees very high crowds at Mustang Island State Park. Peak summer, hurricane season active.
When do reservations open for August?
Texas state parks open reservations 5 months in advance. For August, the booking window opens in March. Set a Camp.land alert to catch cancellations any time.
What should I pack for August camping?
For August at Mustang Island State Park (84-93°F): 84-93°F_ADVICE
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August at a Glance
- Weather
- 84-93°F
- Crowds
- Very High
- Campsites
- 96
- Activities
- swimming