Sandy Pants RV Spot
Guest Welcome Guide
884 O'Neal Rd · Crystal Beach, TX 77650
📞 (832) 485-5300 — Your Host HotlineWelcome to the Peninsula! 🦀
We're so glad you're here! You're just a short walk from the Gulf of Mexico — one of the best stretches of uncrowded Texas coastline. This guide has everything you need to make the most of your stay. Need anything? Call or text us anytime at (832) 485-5300. We're only a message away.
Gulf Beach
Walking distance
Full Hookups
30 & 50 amp
RV Kit Shed
Emergency gear
🚢 FREE · 24 Hours · 7 Days a Week
Operated by TxDOT — no tickets, no reservations. Just drive up and get in line.
Crossing Time
~18 minutes
Frequency
Every 15–20 min
(more boats peak hours)
Golf carts are the official Crystal Beach transportation. Permitted on most streets & on the beach. Highly recommended!
West Canal Beach Buggies Closest
Family & veteran-owned. FREE delivery & pickup.
2278 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach
Crystal Beach Golf Carts
Daily, weekend & weekly rentals. Free delivery.
2902 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach
Jay's Golf Carts
Coolest carts on the Peninsula, great service.
Crystal Beach, TX
It's a Beach Thing
Daily rentals available.
2489 Howell, Crystal Beach
🍤 Restaurants
Stingaree Restaurant & Marina Closest
Seafood, steaks, burgers & FREE sunsets. Crystal Beach's crown jewel.
1295 N Stingaree Dr
Tia's Ocean Grill
Cajun, Mexican & Seafood. Local favorite.
2275 Hwy 87 #15
Fin's Bar and Grill
Seafood, burgers, tacos, pizza.
769 Hwy 87
Tiki Beach Bar & Grill
Seafood, steaks, burgers, great beach vibe.
1369 Hwy 87
Nauti Beaver Hut
Casual seafood, burgers, tacos.
1701 Hwy 87
Jose's Cantina
Mexican, seafood, American & steak.
1021 Hwy 87
Hardheads Icehouse & Grill
Seafood, comfort food, icehouse vibe.
1035 Hwy 87
G's Molcajete
Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Mexican & Seafood.
2411 Hwy 87
🚚 Food Trucks & Quick Bites
Taqueria El Antojito
Breakfast burritos, tacos — a morning must.
1780 Hwy 87
24 Hr Pizza Forno Vending
Hot pizza in 3 minutes, 24/7. No kidding.
1959 Hwy 87
Jayla's Bar & Grill
Burgers, chicken, appetizers.
1951 Hwy 87, Gilchrist
☕ Coffee, Sweets & Treats
Pat's Coffee
Coffee, breakfast & sandwiches.
1755 Hwy 87
Island Cafe
Coffee, sandwiches, charcuterie, catering.
1136 Hwy 87
Dannay's Donuts
Donuts, kolaches & burgers.
2124 Hwy 87
Bust A Lime
Slushes, margaritas, daiquiris & ice cream.
2124 Hwy 87
Frio Loco
Smoothies, snow cones, frappes.
1354 Hwy 87
Crystal Beach Candy Co.
Nostalgic candy & sweets galore.
2570 Hwy 87
Gulf Range
Ice cream, pizza & snacks.
1987 Hwy 87
The Big Store Closest
Crystal Beach's main grocery, deli & supplies. Open daily.
2385 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach
TJ's Grocery
Convenience & basics.
Near Port Bolivar
Royal Swede's Grocery
Local convenience store.
Port Bolivar area
Dollar General
Household goods & essentials.
Bolivar Peninsula
⛽ Gas
Galveston Food & Gas Closest
On Hwy 87, closest fuel to Crystal Beach.
Hwy 87, Bolivar Peninsula
Gulf Beach (Walking Distance!)
Walk straight from your pad — miles of uncrowded Texas coastline. Swim, fish surf, collect shells, watch dolphins.
Fun Spot Waterslide
Crystal Beach's iconic waterslide park. Great for families. On Hwy 87.
Fishing
Wade fish the Gulf surf, crab the bay side, or book a charter. Some of the best fishing on the Texas Coast.
Baywatch Dolphin Tours
Dolphin watching tours — a family favorite on Bolivar.
High Island Bird Sanctuaries
World-class birding sanctuary ~20 min east. One of the best in North America during spring migration.
Bolivar Lighthouse
Historic 1872 lighthouse in Port Bolivar. Free to visit, great photos.
Fort Travis Seaside Park
Historic WWII-era fort ruins on the Gulf. Free entry, unique history.
Galveston Island (via Ferry)
Take the free ferry over! The Strand shops & restaurants, Moody Gardens, Pleasure Pier, Bishop's Palace — a full day trip.
27 Miles of Beachfront
Drive your golf cart down the beach for miles. Sunrise at one end, sunset on the bay — it never gets old.
Spring Break
The Peninsula's biggest season — beaches packed, everything open.
Crystal Beach Jeep Rally
One of the largest jeep events in the country. Huge, fun atmosphere.
Bolivar Music Festival
Live bands, good vibes at Festival Park.
Independence Day
Massive fireworks and beach parties. Book early — pads sell out.
Labor Day Weekend
Last big weekend of summer. Biggest party of the year.
Snowbird Season
Quieter, cooler, perfect for fishing. Many Texans escape winter here.
Emergency
Police, Fire, Medical
Galveston County Sheriff
Non-emergency
Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Dept.
TxDOT Ferry Hotline
Delays, weather closures
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Sandy Pants RV Spot
884 O'Neal Rd · Crystal Beach, TX 77650
(832) 485-5300We hope you leave with sandy pants, salty hair, and a heart full of good memories. 🦀
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