Summer on the Texas Gulf Coast hits different when you’re parked close enough to smell the salt air and hear the bay. If you’re planning a fishing trip, heading to the Indianola In-Water Boat Show, or just chasing that perfect summer coastal escape, Magnolia Beach RV Park in Port Lavaca, TX puts you right in the middle of it all — without the resort price tag.
This weekend (June 19–21, 2026) marks the Indianola In-Water Boat Show at Indianola Fishing Marina — one of the biggest coastal events of the summer on the Texas Gulf Coast. Boats on the water, live music, local vendors, and test drives. If you’re rolling in for the show or planning a longer summer stay, here’s everything you need to know about using Magnolia Beach RV Park as your home base.
June through August along Matagorda Bay and the Lavaca Bay system is prime time for:
The Summer Solstice (June 21) means maximum daylight — more hours on the water, more time at the beach, and longer evenings to enjoy the Gulf Coast breeze from your campsite.
Magnolia Beach RV Park is a quiet, no-frills coastal RV park located at 352 Margie Tewmey Rd, Port Lavaca, TX 77979. With 16 full hookup sites and all utilities included in the rate, it’s built for travelers who want a clean, reliable base camp without paying for amenities they’ll never use.
One of the biggest advantages at Magnolia Beach RV Park is that electricity, water, sewer, WiFi, and trash are all included in every rate. No surprise bills at checkout. Here’s what you’ll pay this summer:
| Stay Length | Rate | Utilities |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | $40/night | All included |
| Weekly | $175/week | All included |
| Monthly (concrete pad) | $350/month | All included |
Monthly rates represent exceptional value compared to area competitors — especially when you factor in that electricity is included. Most nearby parks charge $395–$685/month plus electricity on top.
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Port Lavaca has several RV parks to choose from. Here’s an honest look at how Magnolia Beach stacks up against the competition — especially when it comes to value and what’s actually included in your rate:
| Park | Daily | Weekly | Monthly | Utilities Included? | Beach Access | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Beach RV Park | $40 | $175 | $350 (concrete) | ✅ Yes — all utilities | ✅ Bike ride away | 4.6 ⭐ |
| Bay View RV Park | $50 | $225 | $395 + electricity | ❌ Electricity extra | — | 4.6 ⭐ |
| Texas Lakeside RV Resort | $61–$76 | $325–$410 + elec | $550–$685 + elec | ❌ Electricity extra | — | 4.3 ⭐ |
| Powderhorn RV Park | — | — | $450 + electricity | ❌ Electricity extra | — | 4.6 ⭐ |
| Pelican’s Post RV Park | $30 | $150 | $500 | — | — | — |
| Nuestro Ranchito RV Park | $25 | $150 | $450 | — | — | 5.0 ⭐ |
The bottom line: When you factor in that Magnolia Beach RV Park includes all utilities — electricity, water, sewer, WiFi, and trash — the monthly rate of $350 on a concrete pad is among the most competitive true all-in values in the Port Lavaca area. At Texas Lakeside Resort, a monthly stay can run $685 before your electric bill. At Bay View, you’re paying $395 plus whatever electricity you use. At Magnolia Beach, $350 is your total cost.
If you’re reading this in mid-June 2026, you’re right on time. The Indianola In-Water Boat Show is happening NOW at Indianola Fishing Marina (8 Bell St, Port Lavaca, TX 77979):
Magnolia Beach RV Park is just minutes from Indianola Fishing Marina — making it the ideal overnight or weekend base for boat show attendees. Book a nightly site at $40/night and spend the whole weekend exploring the coast.
The Lavaca Bay and Matagorda Bay systems surrounding Port Lavaca are world-class summer fisheries. Target speckled trout, redfish, flounder, and black drum from the shoreline, kayak, or boat. Magnolia Beach itself offers easy wade fishing access, and Indianola Fishing Marina has a full bait shop, fishing pier, and boat ramp.
A short bike ride from the park, Magnolia Beach is a quiet, uncrowded stretch of Texas Gulf Coast shoreline. Swim, collect shells, watch the sunrise, or just sit in a chair and let the Gulf breeze do its thing. No crowds, no parking fees — just the coast.
One of the most beloved spots on the Texas Gulf Coast, Indianola Fishing Marina features a restaurant and bar with fresh seafood, a boat ramp, fishing pier, bait shop, and regular events throughout the summer. It’s a short drive from the park and worth multiple visits.
Port Lavaca’s iconic Half Moon Reef Lighthouse — relocated to the Lighthouse Beach area — is a historic landmark and great photo stop. Lighthouse Beach also has a fishing pier and picnic areas.
Birders and nature lovers will find Lighthouse Beach a rewarding stop, especially during summer shorebird season. The area is known for roseate spoonbills, herons, egrets, and migratory species passing through the Coastal Bend.
You won’t go hungry near Magnolia Beach RV Park. Local favorites include:
Magnolia Beach RV Park isn’t just for weekend warriors. The park is a popular choice for:
This weekend is also Father’s Day weekend — and there’s no better gift for the fishing dad than a few nights on the Texas Gulf Coast. Book a site at Magnolia Beach RV Park, hit the Indianola Boat Show, spend Sunday morning wade fishing the flats, and wrap up the day with fresh Gulf seafood. That’s a Father’s Day worth remembering.
Whether you’re here for a weekend, a week, or the whole summer, Magnolia Beach RV Park offers the best combination of location, value, and simplicity on the Texas Gulf Coast.
Daily rates from $40/night. Weekly from $175. Monthly from $350 — all utilities included. Quiet hours enforced. Max 2 pets. RVs 10+ years require photo approval.
Summer on the Texas Gulf Coast is calling. Your site is waiting.