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Cameron County Beach Access #6

A researched visitor guide to Cameron County Beach Access #6 and its access, setting and practical considerations.

  • Official name: Cameron County Beach Access No. 6 ("County Beach No. 6" in the FY2021 report).
  • Location: about 4.5–4.6 miles north of Andy Bowie Park on Park Road 100 (both figures appear in the county plan). Approx. 3.5 acres.
  • What it offers: a vehicular beach entry with "only seasonal roadway maintenance and staffing for public safety, security and emergency purposes"; portable restrooms and parking (2018 master plan); "no amenities" per the city; used for "day camping, surf fishing and nature activities" (county FY2021). Restrooms and rinse stations were a long-term (6–10 yr) master-plan item.
  • Fees: beach user fee in season; free "immediately after Labor Day through the last day of February". Trash Bag Program applies here (see Atwood).
  • Vehicles on sand: Yes. Camping: no county rule published; see Atwood.
  • Closures: closed with 4 and 5 during the 2026-03-16/17 high-tide event.

Check before you go

Road, beach, tide and park conditions can change quickly. Follow posted signs and verify current local-government notices before a long drive or any beach-driving plan.