A beach vehicle permit is required if you want to drive onto Matagorda or Sargent beaches. Matagorda County beach vehicle permits are good on all beaches in the county and are good through December,31 of the year issued. Beach vehicle permits help to pay for parks, trash & bathroom facilities for our visitors.
Are there alligators in Matagorda Bay?
This is a great place to fish for Reds and Flounder and view wildlife. Be aware that this is prime Alligator habitat and there are lots of very large ones in this area.
What is there to do at Matagorda Bay?
Attractions in Matagorda County
- LeTulle Park.
- Matagorda Bay Nature Park.
- Matagorda Beach.
- Matagorda County Birding Nature Center.
- Matagorda County Children’s Museum.
- Matagorda County Museum.
- Palacios City by the Sea Museum.
- Rio Colorado Golf Course.
How much is a Matagorda beach permit?
You will need an annual $10 Matagorda County Beach Vehicle Permit in order to drive onto Matagorda Beach. You can buy one at most local merchants or at the beach entrance during the summer. The sand on Matagorda Beach can be very soft so drive with caution.
How far can you drive on Matagorda Beach?
People wishing to drive on the beach can take the beach access road three-quarters of a mile north of Jetty Park for direct access to twenty miles of beach open to vehicle traffic.
Can you swim in Matagorda Bay?
Matagorda beach is a great place to go swimming, but you should check the conditions when you get there. Before heading to the beach make sure you know how to get out of a riptide. Swimming near the jetties, piers and passes is dangerous due to the rip currents and undertow in that area.
What is special about Matagorda Bay?
The Matagorda Bay system is a renowned fishing location in the region, due to its status as a nutrient-rich estuary. The mainstays of the settlements on the bay include seafood processing, manufacturing, agriculture and tourism. Commercial fishermen specialize in oyster, blue crab, and shrimp.
Is Matagorda Bay Nice?
The people in Matagorda are very friendly and will happily give you advice. If you don’t want to drive onto the beach there are a couple of parking areas within walking distance. The first and best area is Jetty Park at the end of FM 2031. This is a County Park and there is no usage fee.
Can you swim at Matagorda Beach?
How do I get to the beach in Matagorda?
There is a beach entrance on the west side of the parking lot. To access the beach east of Jetty Park you can drive under the Pier when the tide is low enough. Watch your clearance when you go through. Camping on the beach is welcomed in Matagorda and there are no additional fees to camp.
What to do in Matagorda Bay Nature Center?
Commune with Mother Nature as you explore the wildlife areas that Matagorda Bay Nature Center offers. Plan a kayaking trip, boating excursion or local shopping excursion to reconnect with family and friends.
Is Matagorda Beach dog friendly?
Matagorda is great beach with lots of room to beachcomb. You can drive your car right up to your spot on the beach and it is dog friendly.
What are the best places to eat in Matagorda?
There are also a couple of good places in Matagorda to eat. “River Bend” is always a good choice. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Beach clean with crystals clear water. Some group of RV owners.
