Shields NAS Recreation Area

State: Texas

Address 1: Outdoor Recreation, Bldg 39, Code 22, Naval Air Station

Address 2: Military Park

City: Corpus Christi

Zip: 78419

Phone: 361-961-1293

Open all Year: Yes

Number of Sites: 29

About: Higher rates are for civilians. Campground is open to the public with a MWR Guest Card. Call (361) 961-3961 for information on the MWR Guest Card. Check-in is after 2:00pm.

Amenities:
-30/50 Amp Available
-Laundry, WiFi
-Clubhouse, Fishing, Horseshoes
-Boat Launch

Directions: From I-37 north or south, north of Corpus Christi, take exit 4-A south onto TX-358 east and stay on this route (South Padre Island Drive) and see signs to NAS Base entrance before crossing the bay to Padre Island. This goes through the gate to the NAS. Stay on this street to the second stop sign and turn right on Ocean Drive. This will take you right into the RV Camp. When you get to the campground entrance, make a right turn to check-in at the marina.