Bird Island Basin Campground
Padre Island National Seashore, Corpus Christi, TX, 78418
National Park ServiceLast Updated: November 5, 2025
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Campground Overview
Bird Island Basin lies along Laguna Madre with easy access for fishing, birding, windsurfing, and kayaking. There are 35 RV and tent sites and 10 additional tent-only sites. All sites are side by side on gravel. The tent-only sites are walk up to a sand flat. This area is also for day use activities. Vault toilets are available at the north and south ends with day use areas in between.
Reservation Info
Reservations are not accepted. All sites are first-come, first-served.
Rules
Fire/Stove Policy
There are no charcoal grills or campfire rings. Wood burning fires are not allowed. You are permitted to use a personal propane or gas grill that can be shut off are allowed.
Regulations Overview
Camping is by permit only in designated areas. No camping is allowed in dunes, grasslands, or mudflats. Place all trash in the designated bin near the day use area . Pets are allowed in camping areas but must be contained or kept on a leash that stretches no more than six feet from the owner at all times. Do not disturb or feed gulls, grackles, coyotes, or other wildlife. To avoid attracting unwelcome animals, put food and belongings in your vehicle’s trunk when they are not in use, and properly bag and dispose of all trash.
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