Goose Island State Park
Park Coastal Texas state park with bird and shore habitats
Goose Island State Park on the Texas coast near Rockport offers camping, fishing jetties and shoreline birdwatching; visitors target redfish, observe coastal birds and camp beside Aransas Bay.
How to Get to Goose Island State Park #
From Rockport or Port Aransas, drive to the Goose Island State Park access road (Off State Highway 35 near Rockport). Follow park signage to visitor parking and the park office; expect small access roads and limited services on-site.
Tips for Visiting Goose Island State Park #
- Plan to arrive before noon on summer weekends-the island's day-use areas and ferry schedules fill quickly.
- Combine a park visit with a boat trip for better chances of seeing coastal birds and marine life.
- Bring a picnic; food services on the island are limited.
Best Time to Visit Goose Island State Park #
Fall through spring for comfortable coastal weather and birdwatching.
Weather & Climate near Goose Island State Park #
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 32°C. Moderate rainfall (921 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 24°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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July
July is the hottest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).
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August
August is the hottest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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September
September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 23°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (160 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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