Lake Corpus Christi State Park was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps and opened in 1934.
The park is located on the shores of Lake Corpus Christi.
Location
23194 Park Rd. 25, Mathis, Texas 78368
Cost
The entry fee for Lake Corpus Christi State Park is $5 per person over the age of 13. There is free admission for people ages 12 and under.
There are additional fees for overnight stays which vary depending on the type of lodging or campsite.
To save money when visiting Lake Corpus Christi State Park, I recommend looking at a Texas State Parks Pass. The pass costs $70 a year. The benefit of the pass is that it allows the pass holder, and any passengers in their vehicle to enter the park without paying the day use fee.
Reservations
Reservations can be made in advance online. Reservations can be made for campsites or for day use. Reservations should be made as soon as you know your plans.
This is a popular park that often reaches capacity, even for day use. If you do not have a reservation you may be turned away at the gate.
Staying at Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Campsites
Full hookup campsites are $25 per night. They have a picnic table, fire rings with grills, and hook ups for water, sewer, and electricity. There are bathrooms with showers available in the vicinity.
Campsites with electricity are $20 per night. They have a picnic table, fire rings with grills, and hook ups for water and electricity. There are bathrooms with showers available in the vicinity.
Campsites with water are $10 per night. They have a picnic table, a fire ring with a grill, and water. Bathrooms with showers are available in the vicinity.
Cabins
Cabins are $50 per night. The cabins have electricity and air conditioning. There are no restrooms in the cabin, but there are some in the area. Pets are not allowed in the cabin.
Group Facilities
There is a pavilion. It has picnic tables, a grill, water, electricity, and restrooms in the area.
The Historic CCC Castle can also be reserved.
Restrooms in Lake Corpus Christi State Park
There are bathrooms provided throughout the park. Restrooms in the camping loops have showers.
Hiking Trails
There are a few hiking trails in the park.
Kiskadee Trail goes through the birding area.
The Longhorn Trail is less than a mile long.
What is there to do at Lake Corpus Christi State Park?
You can fish in Lake Corpus Christi. There are two piers and fishing licenses are not required for fishing from the shores of a state park.
Swimming is allowed in the lake.
Get on the water in a kayak or a paddleboard. Both can be rented in the park.
Birding is popular in the park.
There are picnic areas along the water.
Dogs at Lake Corpus Christi State Park
Lake Corpus Christi State Park allows dogs into the park. Dogs must be on a leash in public areas of the park including on hiking trails. Owners must clean up after their dogs.
Dogs are not allowed inside any of the buildings, including cabins and bathrooms.
Dog waste stations are available in the park.
What to do near Lake Corpus Christi State Park
The park is located near Corpus Christi where you can go to the beach, eat at Whataburger or visit the Selena Museum.