Where to camp on the North Gulf of Texas?

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wonderdrag

We're looking for a quiet, off the beaten path place to camp next week. We've never seen the Gulf before and are interested in a campground near the water (beach?). We only have one truck and a tent so a big RV park is unnecessary. Any suggestions? We'll be coming down from the Austin area and are looking to travel no more then 3 hours if possible.
Thanks! All suggestions will be considered!

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Not North Gulf but Corpus Christi is like 3 hours from Austin. They have RV Parks on Padre Island. Its on the beach really pretty. There is alot of stuff to do in Corpus though. There is the Texas State Aquarium, The Lexington, and a Couple of Museums, plus its on the water. Just don't search South Padre Island, that's way too far south than you probably want to go. Also try Mustang Island. Here are a few websites that might help.

www.lagunashorevillage.com/

www.cctexas.com

www.tpwd.state.tx.us

What are some cool places to visit in Texas?

Intellectu

My cousin and I are planning to go on a road trip during the winter break. We will probably start off in Southeast Texas near Houston. Our plan is to go to San Antonio, Austin and maybe some other places. We'd like to go camping and/or hiking in some scenic areas. And I'd like to have good food. What are some good destinations in Texas we could visit in one week?
We are both under 21; So please don't suggest bars or clubs.

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look for an all ages club in Austin, see some live music
see the Alamo in San Antonio
Johnson Space Center in Houston
beaches along the Gulf Coast, especially South Padre Island
Big Bend NP
Guadalupe NP

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