Escape to our fully furnished 2026/2027 Grand Design RV at Site #4, Rollover on the Bay near Gilchrist.
Rollover Bay (~100 ft) and
the Gulf (~800 ft, 3 min walk)
on Bolivar Peninsula.
New rollover bay fishing pier just 2 min away (opening soon)
Comfy sleeping for 5, full kitchen, A/C, and your own private spot steps from the water. Perfect base for fishing, kayaking, or Gulf sunsets from your RV. Beach, bay, and Bolivar Peninsula charm — all in one relaxed stay. Book coastal escape!
***Bug repellent highly recommended as we are on the bay****
Bolivar beach parking permit required for beach access ($10/year, available at The Big Store on Hwy 87)
Additional vehicle parking available in the back lot for rigs/vehicles up to 40 ft
The Big Store (Gulf Coast Market) nearby has groceries, hardware, bait & fishing gear, and a deli
New Rollover Bay fishing pier just 2 minutes away (opening soon)
Shared picnic area with picnic tables and a BBQ grill on site (first come, first served), plus an outdoor shower and a self-serve mini camp store with snacks, water and more.
***Bug repellent highly recommended as we are on the bay****
RVs only — no tent or car camping
Septic-safe flushing only: RV-rated toilet paper only. Please do not flush wipes, feminine hygiene products, or anything besides toilet paper — our septic system will back up.
No large gatherings or parties without prior host approval
Quiet hours: no loud music after 10:00 PM
Pets welcome — please clean up after them
Trash pickup: Monday & Thursday, one tied bag per pickup
🦜 Bird Sanctuaries & Nature
Horseshoe Marsh Sanctuary – tidal marsh right near Rollover Pass, roseate spoonbills & great blue herons
Bolivar Flats Shorebird Sanctuary – Globally Important Bird Area, Houston Audubon-managed
Smith Oaks & Boy Scout Woods (High Island) – world-famous spring migration rookery, ~30 min away
Bolivar Peninsula sits on the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail with 400+ documented species
🎣 Fishing / Bait & Tackle
Rollover Bait & Tackle – 1866 Hwy 87, Gilchrist (right in town) –
Northend Bait & Tackle – ~0.2 mi from Rollover Bait & Tackle
Harold's Bait & Tackle – 1755 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach
Rollover Pass itself – legendary surf/bay fishing spot, steps from the park
New Rollover Pass Pier (~$32-33M, ~1,000 ft T-head pier, night lights, fish-cleaning stations, bait shop) – coming soon, adjacent to the property
🍤 Restaurants
Stingaree Restaurant & Marina – waterfront seafood, sunset views, live music (est. 1986)
Tia Juanita's Fish Camp – Cajun-Mex seafood, Crystal Beach
The Gulf Range – pizza + 18-hole mini golf
Nauti Beaver Hut – live music, casual
HardHeads Icehouse & Grill – American grub, patio
Fins Bar & Grill – overlooking Camp Margaritaville's Paradise Park
Ocean Grille – pizza, catfish, burgers, Cajun/Mexican
⛳ Other Points of Interest
Rancho Carribe Golf Course – 9-hole course in Crystal Beach
Galveston–Bolivar Ferry – free, scenic ride with dolphin sightings
Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge – ~40 mi, major birding destination