Goose Island State Park

Heads up this is from a view of an overnight camper- Me and my husband were looking for a place to camp near Houston for Christmas Eve night. We looked around Houston and everything was booked or rained out! So we found Goose Island and it had decent reviews! We decided to book a campsite for one night- our campsite was 201. When we arrived my goodness!! I've never seen so many deer - one minute outside of the park, there were about 5 deers hanging out- not scared of me or my car or the noises. It was beautiful! When we entered the park, we first was looking for our campsite and drove in many circles- it was in the "wooded area" so it was a bit hard to find! When we arrived it was around 3pmAnd we started setting up camp. I am thankful the parking was right in front of the campsite but also that whole area I think 201-204 Is shared. I was lucky it was Christmas so no one else Booked the area next to us but it wouldn't have been as fun if others did! We stayed overnight- everything went well as planned! One thing I didn't like the restrooms were driving distance or a longer walk away but this was an amazing weekend getaway for us! In the morning we checked out the pier area. It was nice and very different than our campsite area! Highly recommend this park even for a daytime park!

Seeing the Big Tree at Goose Island State Park has been on our wish list for a while, and we finally made the trip. It's an antonishingly old live oak tree with a massive trunk and spreading branches. During our visit, the land under and around the tree was a carpet of wildflowers. Goose Island State Park is smaller than some state parks we have visited but it's full of amenities. There are lots of camping spots for tents and RVs. There are short hiking trails that showcase the local flora . . . but be sure to bring your bug spray if you come during the warmer months. The pier that stretches into Aransas Bay has spectacular views, and the wetlands welcome many types of birds.

This was a nice and clean park. The kids enjoyed learning about archery and trying it at one of their sessions. We will be back.

Great little park where you can go fishing, short hikes and chill and have a good time. We did lots of fishing on the great pier. And lots of chilling at our campsite. The park is clean and the staff is super friendly. Can't wait to camp again.

Visit here while camping out at mustang island for the weekend, with our Troop. We learned when camping out at one state park, you are welcome to visit any state park that day you have access. Nice gift shop. The BEST PATCH was found here!It would've been nice if the park staff would've collect details from when she visit our car at the stopping post, to welcome us in the shop. She was fully aware about our stay at mustang, and had a weekend pass in windshield.verses us having to return to the car to collect the details. The mosquitoes was HIGHLY ACTIVE. When you open your car door dozens fly inside your car. It was war just getting out the car. Those blood suckers literally are waiting to enter inside your car. We didnt see any goose, but we seen plenty of deers. I came here ro collect a patch for my boy scout since mustang didn't have any souvenir to offer st all, since Harvey Hurricane happened in 2017. Not even a sticker.

Nice State Park with a really nice looooong fishing pier. It seems that the best area to fish from is the very end, but get there early because it does get crowded.

Great Great park! We have stayed at the bay water front and the wooded areas and we love both! Very relaxing. Rockport is awesome too!

Goose Island State Park is a wonderful place for camping, fishing, bird watching, boating, hiking, photography, barbecuing, getting drunk or whatever makes you happy.I was really impressed with the beautiful coastline of the bay, the fishing, the facilities, and overall cleanliness of the park. Lots of cool people too.We spent a good amount of time on the bay. It was a great afternoon. Lots of wildlife.Then, we went looking for the 1,000 year old coastal live oak tree. It was a thing of beauty. A nice history lesson can be viewed on the signs.One sidebar note: a few people were on here complaining about mosquitoes. Common sense would tell you that you need to pack some mosquito repellent (Off, Cutter, Deet). This is south Texas and by the coast. Get a clue people. Obviously the complainers don't get out very often. Such people complain about anything and everything. It's a beautiful park. The staff does an excellent job. Tax money well spent.

The previous times here have been relaxing. This time, there was early, early boat noise from fishing boats. Then, in the middle of the afternoon, mowing through campsites. More noise! There were sooooi many sand burs.

Nice quiet place to visit for everyone from young to old. It's a little expensive to enter, but worth it if you stay for a while .