Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: September 26, 2026
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern admission to, access to, purchases from, and use of Gulf Coast Resort, including Bridge City Beach, ATV/off-road areas, trails, ponds, water areas, recreational facilities, events, camps, parking and access roads, food and beverage facilities, rental areas, and other property, attractions, activities, facilities, and services operated or controlled by Gulf Coast Resort (“GCR,” “Resort,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY. THEY AFFECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS. By purchasing, accepting, possessing, or using a ticket, pass, membership, reservation, rental, event admission, or other GCR product, or by entering or remaining on GCR property, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms, posted rules and warnings, and instructions issued by GCR personnel. If you purchase admission or make a reservation for another person, you are responsible for providing that person with access to these Terms before their visit.
1. ADMISSION Admission to Gulf Coast Resort constitutes a limited, revocable license to enter and use those portions of the Resort that are open to the public and included with the admission product purchased. Admission does not create any ownership, tenancy, leasehold, or other property interest reserves the right, subject to applicable law, to refuse admission or remove any guest whose conduct violates these Terms, posted rules, safety requirements, staff instructions, or applicable law. Removal for violation of Resort rules may occur without refund. Certain attractions, activities, events, camps, rentals, premium areas, or experiences may require additional payment, reservations, waivers, identification, age verification, or other qualifications.
2. TICKETS, PASSES AND MEMBERSHIPS Unless otherwise expressly stated at the time of purchase: Tickets are valid only for the date, event, or period indicated. Passes and memberships are valid only during their stated term and subject to any applicable restrictions. Admission products may not be duplicated, altered, counterfeited, or fraudulently used may require reasonable proof of identity or proof of purchase. Benefits associated with memberships or passes may vary and are governed by the description of the product purchased. Promotional offers may have additional restrictions, expiration dates, or blackout dates. Admission does not guarantee access to every attraction, activity, trail, water feature, amenity, event, or area of the Resort may revoke tickets, passes, memberships, or other admission privileges obtained fraudulently, transferred or resold contrary to their stated conditions, or used in violation of these Terms.
3. OPERATING HOURS, WEATHER AND CLOSURES Gulf Coast Resort is an outdoor recreational facility whose operations are affected by weather, rainfall, flooding, lightning, heat, road conditions, water conditions, maintenance requirements, staffing, safety considerations, governmental orders, and other circumstances. Operating dates and hours are subject to changings may delay opening, close early, temporarily suspend operations, restrict admission, close individual attractions or areas, or close the entire Resort when management determines that conditions warrant doing so.
This includes, without limitation:
rain or thunderstorms;lightning;tropical weather;flooding or high water;
extreme heat;muddy or unsafe access roads;
unsafe beach or water conditions;
trail deterioration;maintenance or equipment problems;
utility interruption;emergencies;governmental restrictions; orcircumstances beyond GCR's reasonable control.
The purchase of admission provides access to the Resort generally and does not guarantee the availability of any particular attraction, trail, beach area, event, amenity, food service, activity, or experience.
4. REFUNDS, CREDITS AND WEATHER Unless a different refund policy is expressly stated for a particular product, tickets, memberships, passes, reservations, and other admission products are non-refundable after use. If GCR cancels an event or closes the Resort before opening for the day, GCR may, at its discretion and subject to applicable law, provide a refund, rescheduling opportunity, replacement admission, credit, or other remedy. Temporary weather delays, temporary attraction closures, muddy conditions, shortened operating periods, or closure of only a portion of the Resort ordinarily do not entitle a guest to a refund. Nothing in this section eliminates any right or remedy that cannot legally be waived under applicable law.
5. NATURAL AND OUTDOOR ENVIRONMENT Gulf Coast Resort is a natural outdoor recreational property. Guests should expect conditions different from those found at a paved amusement park or indoor entertainment facility. Conditions may include: dirt, gravel, sand and mud; uneven or unstable ground; holes, ruts and depressions; tree roots, branches and vegetation; insects, snakes and wildlife; ponds and natural bodies of water; deep or shallow water; changing water depths; slippery surfaces; submerged objects; changing weather; extreme heat and sun exposure; rain, wind and lightning; vehicles and recreational equipment; another natural or man-made conditions associated with outdoor recreation. Guests are responsible for remaining alert and exercising reasonable care appropriate for an outdoor recreational environment.
6. ASSUMPTION OF RISK WARNING: RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AT GULF COAST RESORT INVOLVE INHERENT RISKS THAT MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, PERMANENT DISABILITY, DROWNING, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR DEATH. These risks include, without limitation, risks associated with swimming, beaches, water, ATV and off-road activities, trails, obstacles, changing terrain, mud, weather, wildlife, physical exertion, collisions, falls, equipment, vehicles, other participants, and outdoor conditions. By voluntarily entering GCR property or participating in Resort activities, each guest acknowledges and knowingly assumes the ordinary and inherent risks associated with those activities and conditions. Guests are responsible for evaluating their own abilities, experience, physical condition, equipment, and willingness to participate. A guest should not participate in an activity that the guest believes exceeds his or her ability, training, experience, or physical condition. Nothing in these Terms is intended to waive liability that cannot lawfully be waived under Texas law.
7. BEACH, SWIMMING AND WATER ACTIVITIES Swimming and water recreation involve inherent risks, including drowning and serious injury.Unless GCR expressly represents otherwise for a particular area or event, guests should not assume that a lifeguard is present or that any water area is continuously supervised.Guests entering the water do so subject to posted rules, warnings, and staff instructions.Parents and guardians remain responsible for supervising minors in their care.Guests who cannot swim proficiently should use an appropriate U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device where appropriate.Running, dangerous diving, reckless behavior, fighting, intentionally holding another person underwater, or other unsafe conduct is prohibited.GCR may close any water area because of weather, lightning, water conditions, maintenance, contamination, visibility, safety concerns, or other operational reasons.
8. ATV AND OFF-ROAD ACTIVITIESATV riding, UTV riding, off-road driving, trail riding, and related motorized activities are inherently dangerous recreational activities. Potential risks include:
collisions;
rollovers;loss of control;
mechanical failure;
mud and standing water;holes and ruts;
unstable surfaces;
trees and vegetation;
natural and constructed obstacles;
steep or changing terrain;
other riders;flying debris;
reduced visibility;
serious bodily injury; anddeath.
All riders and operators must comply with applicable Texas law, posted GCR rules, trail restrictions, safety requirements, and instructions from GCR personnel.GCR may require helmets, protective equipment, waivers, age restrictions, adult supervision, or other safety measures.Reckless riding, racing outside authorized activities, excessive speed, operating while impaired, intentionally damaging trails, or operating a vehicle in a manner that endangers another person is prohibited.GCR may immediately suspend riding privileges for unsafe conduct
Participation in ATV or other motorized off-road activities may require execution of a separate liability waiver or participant agreement. Purchasing admission does not replace any separate waiver required by GCR.
9. VEHICLES, PARKING AND ACCESS ROADS Guests operate and park vehicles on GCR property at their own risk, subject to applicable law. Because portions of the Resort are natural or unimproved, access roads and parking areas may become muddy, soft, uneven, flooded, slippery, or difficult to navigate following rainfall. Guests are responsible for determining whether their vehicle is suitable for existing conditions' does not guarantee that it can tow, recover, extract, repair, or otherwise assist a stuck or disabled vehicle. Any towing, recovery, repair, or related expense remains the vehicle owner's responsibility unless otherwise agreed in writing. Vehicles must remain within designated roads and parking areas unless specifically authorized for off-road use. Speed limits and staff instructions must be followed.
10. MINORS Parents and legal guardians are responsible for determining whether activities at GCR are appropriate for minors under their supervision. Children must be appropriately supervised based upon their age, maturity, swimming ability, activity, and surrounding conditions' may establish minimum ages, supervision requirements, height or weight requirements, or other restrictions for particular activities. A parent or legal guardian may be required to execute a separate participant agreement, consent form, or waiver before a minor participates in certain activities, including camps or motorized recreational activities.
11. GUEST CONDUCT Gulf Coast Resort is intended to provide a safe, welcoming and family-friendly recreational environment. Guests may not: fight or threaten another person; harass guests or employees; engage in disorderly or dangerous behavior; deliberately interfere with Resort operations; vandalize or damage Resort property; enter closed, restricted, staff-only, or otherwise unauthorized areas; ignore safety instructions or posted warnings; intentionally endanger another person; steal or attempt to steal property or services; use fraudulent tickets or credentials; operate vehicles recklessly; disturb wildlife; dump trash or waste except in designated locations; engage in unlawful conduct; or interfere with another guest's reasonable enjoyment of the Resort may remove guests engaging in prohibited conduct without refund and may contact law enforcement when appropriate.
12. ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND IMPAIRMENT Guests may not operate an ATV, UTV, motor vehicle, watercraft, recreational vehicle, or other equipment while impaired. Illegal drugs and unlawful controlled substances are prohibited. Alcohol may be possessed, served, sold, or consumed only where specifically permitted by GCR and applicable Texas law. GCR reserves the right to refuse service or participation to a person who appears impaired or whose condition may create a safety risk.
13. WEAPONS AND DANGEROUS ITEMS Weapons, explosives, fireworks, and other dangerous items are prohibited on GCR property except where possession is expressly protected or otherwise required by applicable Texas or federal law. Guests must comply with all legally effective notices, signage, restrictions, and applicable laws concerning firearms or other weapons. Unauthorized fireworks are prohibited.
14. FOOD, BEVERAGES AND VENDORS Food, beverages, merchandise, rentals, and other products may be sold by GCR or independent vendors. Availability, menu items, pricing, operating hours, and inventory may change without notice. Third-party vendors may be independently responsible for products or services they provide. Guests with food allergies or dietary restrictions are responsible for making appropriate inquiries before consuming food or beverages.
15. PERSONAL PROPERTY Guests are responsible for their personal belongings. To the fullest extent permitted by law, GCR is not responsible for property that is lost, stolen, misplaced, damaged by weather or water, left unattended, damaged during recreational activities, or damaged by another guest. Guests should not bring valuables into beach, swimming, trail, or ATV areas unless they are prepared to accept the associated risk. Found property may be retained for a limited period and disposed of if not claimed.
16. PHOTOGRAPHY AND RECORDING Guests may take photographs and personal video recordings provided doing so does not interfere with Resort operations, violate another person's reasonable privacy, create a safety hazard, or involve prohibited equipment or areas. Commercial photography, commercial filming, organized media production, professional photo shoots, drone operations, or similar activities may require prior written authorization from GCR. Guests may encounter photography or video recording conducted by GCR in public areas of the Resort. Where permitted by law, entry onto GCR property constitutes consent to incidental appearance in photographs or recordings taken for security, operational, documentary, promotional, or marketing purposes. GCR will obtain any additional consent required by law when appropriate.
17. DRONES The launching, landing, or operation of drones or other unmanned aircraft from GCR property is prohibited without prior written authorization from GCR management. Authorized drone operations must comply with all applicable FAA requirements and other laws.
18. ANIMALS Pets and other animals are permitted only according to current GCR policies. Owners are responsible for controlling their animals, cleaning up after them, and preventing them from disturbing, threatening, or injuring other guests, employees, wildlife, or animals. Service animals will be accommodated as required by applicable law. Animals may be restricted from certain areas or activities when necessary for health or safety and permitted by law.
19. SEARCHES AND SECURITY To the extent permitted by law, GCR may implement reasonable security procedures for admission to the Resort or particular events. Guests may be asked to present bags, coolers, containers, tickets, credentials, or other permitted items for reasonable inspection as a condition of entry. A guest who declines a lawful and properly disclosed security screening may be denied admission may contact law enforcement regarding suspected criminal activity.
20. HEALTH AND PHYSICAL CONDITION Some GCR activities require physical exertion and may not be appropriate for every person. Guests are responsible for evaluating their health and physical condition before participating. Persons with medical conditions, mobility limitations, pregnancy, heart conditions, back or neck conditions, seizure disorders, or other conditions that may be affected by recreational activities should use appropriate judgment and seek medical advice when necessary employees cannot determine whether a particular activity is medically appropriate for an individual guest.
21. EMERGENCIES In an emergency, guests should immediately contact a GCR employee or call 911 when appropriate.By entering the Resort, guests authorize GCR personnel to contact emergency medical services when management reasonably believes assistance is necessary.Guests remain responsible for medical, ambulance, transportation, hospital, or other expenses incurred on their behalf except where otherwise required by law.
22. RELEASE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY TEXAS LAW, each guest acknowledges the inherent risks associated with outdoor recreation and voluntarily assumes those risks. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, GCR and its owners, members, managers, officers, employees, agents, contractors, and affiliated entities shall not be liable for injuries, death, property damage, or other losses resulting solely from risks inherent in recreational activities voluntarily undertaken by the guest. Nothing in these Terms is intended to release, exclude, or limit liability for gross negligence, intentional misconduct, or any other liability that cannot lawfully be released or limited. Any separate activity-specific waiver signed by a guest remains independently applicable according to its terms.
23. INDEMNIFICATION To the fullest extent permitted by law, a guest agrees to indemnify and hold GCR harmless from third-party claims, damages, liabilities, costs, and reasonable legal expenses arising from the guest's unlawful conduct, intentional misconduct, violation of these Terms, or damage caused by the guest to another person or property. This provision does not require a guest to indemnify GCR for liability that applicable law prohibits GCR from shifting to the guest.
24. SPECIAL EVENTS, CAMPS AND PRIVATE EVENTS Concerts, festivals, camps, private events, competitions, special attractions, and similar programs may have separate rules, ticket terms, waivers, age requirements, schedules, cancellation policies, or participation requirements. Those additional terms become part of the agreement governing participation in the applicable event.
25. MEMBERSHIPS AND RECURRING PAYMENTS If GCR offers memberships involving recurring payments, the specific price, billing frequency, term, cancellation procedure, renewal terms, and benefits disclosed when the membership is purchased will govern that membership. GCR will not impose recurring charges except as authorized by the purchaser and permitted by applicable law. Membership benefits may be subject to capacity, operating schedules, event exclusions, safety restrictions, and other conditions disclosed with the membership.
26. ONLINE PURCHASES Online orders are not complete until payment is successfully processed and confirmation is issued. Customers are responsible for providing accurate contact and payment information. Prices and promotions may differ between online sales, gate sales, special events, and promotional campaigns. Unauthorized chargebacks, payment fraud, ticket duplication, or manipulation of electronic admission credentials may result in cancellation of admission privileges and other remedies available under law.
27. ACCESSIBILITY GCR seeks to provide reasonable access to guests with disabilities consistent with applicable law and the nature of an outdoor recreational property. Certain natural terrain or recreational activities may present accessibility limitations. Guests requiring an accommodation are encouraged to contact GCR so reasonable available accommodations can be discussed.
28. MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY GCR management may establish reasonable rules concerning safety, traffic, parking, swimming, trails, equipment, activities, events, capacity, hours, and guest conduct. Guests must comply with posted signs and reasonable instructions from authorized GCR personnel. Management may temporarily restrict or close an area whenever management reasonably determines that doing so is appropriate for safety, maintenance, weather, operations, or legal compliance.
29. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS GCR may revise these Terms from time to time. The version posted by GCR and in effect at the time of purchase or visit will apply to the extent permitted by law. Material changes affecting an existing membership or other ongoing contractual arrangement will be handled according to applicable law and the terms governing that arrangement.
30. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE These Terms and any dispute concerning admission to or use of Gulf Coast Resort shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. To the extent permitted by law and unless the parties agree otherwise in writing, any judicial proceeding arising from these Terms or a visit to Gulf Coast Resort shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in Orange County, Texas.
31. SEVERABILITY If any provision of these Terms is determined to be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permitted by law or severed as appropriate, and the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.
32. NO WAIVER Failure by GCR to enforce any provision of these Terms on one occasion does not waive GCR's right to enforce that provision or any other provision in the future.
33. ENTIRE AGREEMENT These Terms, together with the terms applicable to the ticket, membership, reservation, event, activity, waiver, posted safety rules, and other written agreements applicable to a guest's participation, constitute the applicable agreement between the guest and GCR concerning admission and participation.If an activity-specific waiver contains provisions that differ from these general Terms, the more specific provisions applicable to that activity will govern to the extent permitted by law.
34. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
BY PURCHASING OR USING A TICKET, PASS, MEMBERSHIP, RESERVATION, OR OTHER ADMISSION PRODUCT, OR BY ENTERING GULF COAST RESORT, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO REVIEW THESE TERMS AND AGREE TO COMPLY WITH THEM.OUTDOOR RECREATION, SWIMMING, BEACH ACTIVITIES, AND MOTORIZED OFF-ROAD ACTIVITIES INVOLVE INHERENT RISKS. READ ALL WARNINGS, FOLLOW ALL POSTED RULES, OBEY STAFF INSTRUCTIONS, AND PARTICIPATE RESPONSIBLY.GULF COAST RESORT
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