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White sands, water sports, and 300 days of sunshine—welcome to Texas’ tropical island.  

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Eva And Valentin Llerena Ranch RV

3 sites · RVs2 acres · Mercedes, TX
Enjoy our Ranch Side RV park with four 40' x 50' campsites, and take in an astonishing view of our beautiful Texas sunrise. If you are inclined to a peaceful country setting, away from the noise and congestion of a large RV park and the bustle of the city, this is the place for you! When you are ready for the city or the beaches of South Padre Island or perhaps you want to witness Space X launching a Starship, we are less than three miles from Interstate 2 (US Route 83) which will take you there. You will also find at this same interstate junction, the Rio Grand Valley Livestock Show grounds, which host rodeos (since the 1930's), concerts and Fairs. We offer monthly rates of $450, and weekly rates of $150. Let us let you in on a little secret, we are located at a latitude approximate to North Miami, where you will find very pleasant winter temperatures and no one down here owns a snow shovel! Make us your winter get away, nestled between gently grazing cows on one side and goats on the other, come for a few weeks or lock-in a lot as a regular winter Texan. When you come here to Mercedes, Texas, located in the heart of the Rio Grand Valley, you will experience not only the warmth of many sunny days, but you will find, perhaps to your surprise, the warmth and friendliness of the Mexican-American people and culture all amidst, a rural setting, modern health facilities, shopping centers, concert events and various entertainment. We warmly await your arrival!
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The best camping near Isla Blanca Park guide

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South Padre Island is all about beachside fun—this is Texas’ only tropical island, after all. At Isla Blanca Park, you can rent a cabana by the beach, go snorkeling or scuba diving along the Gulf of Mexico, and enjoy water sports like kayaking, parasailing, and jet skiing. Sailors are welcome at the park’s full-service marina, while the South Padre Island jetties are a popular spot for surf fishing, with views out to neighboring Boca Chica Beach. Campers can check in to the massive Isla Blanca Campground, which has 600 RV sites, plus everything from 60-foot RV sites with full hookups to tent camping and cabanas in a great location right by the beach.

Tips for snagging a campsite

  1. All campsites and cabana rentals at Isla Blanca Park can be made online at the Cameron County Parks website up to six months in advance. 
  2. While there’s usually space available at the campground, the cabanas and RV sites closest to the beach can book up fast. Reserve at least three months in advance to avoid disappointment.

When to go

Camping, boating, and water sports can be enjoyed year-round at Isla Blanca Park, but the busiest months are June through August. While summer is all about cooling off at the beach, the windy winter weather is popular with kitesurfers and windsurfers. The campground stays open year-round, but you’ll get the cheapest rates in the shoulder season months of April, May, September, October, and November.

Know before you go

  • Isla Blanca Park is located at the southern tip of South Padre Island, under 10 minutes’ drive from Port Isabel, over the Queen Isabella Causeway. There’s plenty of parking available. 
  • Per-vehicle day-use fees apply at Isla Blanca Park, as do camping fees. 
  • Isla Blanca Park facilities include the Beach Park water park, several restaurants and food concessions, a full-service marina, various water sports tours and rentals, a bait stand, a boat ramp, restrooms, and picnic areas. The South Padre Island Visitor Centre is set at the entrance to the island.
  • There are accessible campsites, picnic areas, and restrooms at Isla Blanca Park.

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