Refugio State Beach Campground — Refugio State Beach - TEMPORARILY CLOSED
Alex M.
Reviewed Jun. 9, 2022

Oceanside paradise with a few flaws

This place is magnificent, and also chaotic. Its strength is its location. Every campsite is a few steps from the beach, made picturesque by a line of palm trees. There is little shrubbery to give campers privacy, but this is as it should be. Shrubs would only block the view.

Amenities are good. Bathrooms are single occupancy and fairly clean and modern. The one I used had a high-flow faucet that delivered hot and cold water without needing to be held down or pressed repeatedly. Many dishwashing stations are also available.

There was, as I said, some chaos: children riding scooters, children riding bicycles, children driving a Barbie jeep, children running and hollering and being rambunctious. There is also a railroad track just east of the campground. Multiple Amtrak and freight trains passed during my stay. Lastly, the wind picked up in the evening and forced me to stake down my tent more securely. All told, it was a noisy stay, but the beach made it worthwhile.

Final note: the water here, while potable, does not taste very good. Recommend bringing a good supply of drinking water.

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  • Review photo of Refugio State Beach Campground — Refugio State Beach - TEMPORARILY CLOSED by Alex M., June 9, 2022
  • Review photo of Refugio State Beach Campground — Refugio State Beach - TEMPORARILY CLOSED by Alex M., June 9, 2022