Sea Rim State Park

Sea Rim State Park is a wild Gulf Coast park where the beach meets the marshland at the Louisiana border. Unlike developed beach parks, Sea Rim offers a raw, untamed coastal experience with primitive beach camping, world-class birding in the marshes, and a kayak trail through coastal wetlands. It is the real Gulf Coast.

30 campsites|Gulf Coast|5 hr from Austin|$5/person entrance fee

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Campsite Types

Water + Electric

$20/night

Entrance Area Loop · Sites 1-10 · 10 sites

Water, 30-amp ElectricRV OKTent OK

Beach Primitive

$10/night

Beach Loop · Sites Various · 20 sites

NoneTent OK

Guide to Sea Rim State Park

Best Campsites

For Families:Beach sites near the parking area — most accessible with restrooms nearby

For Privacy:Beach sites far from the access point — true solitude on the Gulf

For RVs:Limited RV sites with water/electric near the entrance — self-contained recommended

When to Go

October through April. Summer is extremely hot, humid, and buggy. Winter shorebird season is the biggest draw for birders.

Tips

→Mosquitoes and biting flies are legendary here — bring serious repellent
→Paddle the marsh trail for an unforgettable kayaking experience
→The birding in the marshes is some of the best on the Texas coast
→Beach camping is exposed — bring a sturdy tent and extra stakes

Highlights

Primitive beach camping on the GulfMarshland Interpretive Trail and boardwalkKayak trail through coastal wetlandsWorld-class birding (shore and marsh species)Wild, undeveloped Gulf shorelineSurf fishing

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