Southern Oaks RV Resort Blog

The day we packed up was bittersweet. I walked the pond one last time before dawn, listened to bullfrogs, watched wading birds, and inhaled salty air. The kids packed their shells, photos, and new friends’ phone numbers. My parents swapped hugs with neighbors. Luna...

On this trip, we had a 4-year-old nephew, my parents (late 60s), our teenage daughter, and dog Max. Planning seemed tricky — but Southern Oaks delivered balance. We scheduled mornings with group events: kids’ crafts, seniors’ walking, group aerobics. Then a family...

Halfway through our stay, we consciously slowed our pace. One day, no agenda. We slept in, made French press coffee, read under our awning, napped with Luna, and took long strolls. Afternoon, we attended the line-dancing lesson in the clubhouse (they teach gentle...

One morning, we rose early and drove to the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge (nearby). We joined a guided walk where we glimpsed whooping cranes (if season), marsh birds, and deer. The guide told crane stories and conservation efforts. We packed picnic lunches and...

On our Sunday, we organized a brunch potluck at the clubhouse. I made quiche Lorraine, my spouse whipped up pancakes, someone else made fruit salad, and a neighbor brought biscuits and gravy. While brunch simmered, kids and adults fished in the pond; seniors walked...

Midweek, we had a strong storm — wind, rain, and a power flicker. But the resort staff was ready. They ensured all guests had backup lighting, opened the clubhouse as a shelter, and distributed extra blankets. Neighbors checked on each other. We heard an older couple...