The water is beautiful! Riptides by the pier so don’t swim there–but you can fish off the pier for trout and reds. Drive down and explore the beautiful dunes and sand. Lots of shells to be found.

How much is a Matagorda beach permit?

$10
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.

Can you swim in Matagorda Bay?

The water is beautiful! Riptides by the pier so don’t swim there–but you can fish off the pier for trout and reds. Drive down and explore the beautiful dunes and sand. Lots of shells to be found.

Is Matagorda Bay Safe?

Matagorda is in the 51st percentile for safety, meaning 49% of cities are safer and 51% of cities are more dangerous. This analysis applies to Matagorda’s proper boundaries only. See the table on nearby places below for nearby cities. The rate of crime in Matagorda is 26.09 per 1,000 residents during a standard year.

Is Matagorda Bay saltwater?

Water exchange with the Gulf of Mexico occurs at Pass Cavallo, Matagorda Ship Channel, Greens Bayou, the Colorado River Delta Complex and Brown Cedar Cut. As a result of the seawater exchange, the bay’s salinity is 19 parts per thousand (ppt), which is lower than the seawater average of 35 ppt.

Where can I get a Matagorda beach permit?

You can purchase your permit at the vendors listed below.

  • Stanley’s Market. 725 Market St. Matagorda, TX 77457. (979) 863-7613.
  • Buddy’s Seafood & Bait. 1400 Fisher St. Matagorda, TX 77457. (979) 863-7500.
  • Rawling’s Bait Camp. 4532 FM2031. Matagorda, TX 77457. (979) 863-7669.

Is Matagorda beach clean?

We have always enjoyed visiting Matagorda Beach. It’s always clean and not too crowded. There is a large pavilion with picnic tables, nice restrooms and outside showers to rinse off the sand.

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.

Are there sharks in Matagorda Bay?

West Matagorda Bay has grown to be a shark magnet during the summer. Last summer, the gray linebackers were noticeably absent, but so were the fish. Sharks are a trustworthy barometer of how many fish are on a sand and grass flat.

Are there dolphins in the Matagorda?

In early January 1990, the carcasses of twenty-three Tursiops truncatus (Common Bottlenose Dolphin) were discovered off the inland coastline of East Matagorda Bay, TX. There were few cases that reported dead or live Common Bottlenose Dolphins in East Matagorda Bay, before and after the mass die-off.

What can you catch in Matagorda Bay?

The top fish species in Matagorda are speckled trout, sheepshead, redfish, black drum, flounder, largemouth bass, Spanish mackerel, tarpon, blue marlin, and wahoo.

What is the bacteria level in Matagorda Beach?

between 35 and 104 cfu/100 ml
Bacteria counts are between 35 and 104 cfu/100 ml. Bacteria counts are greater than 104 cfu/100 ml. An advisory for this beach is recommended.

What is the prettiest beach in Texas?

What is the prettiest beach in Texas?

  • Mustang Island State Park.
  • North Beach.
  • Padre Island National Seashore.
  • Port Aransas.
  • Rockport Beach.
  • San José Island.
  • South Padre Island.
  • Surfside Beach.

Can you rent a beachfront condo on Matagorda Beach?

Beautifully decorated and cozy beachfront condo. Located in a well established gated community on Matagorda Beach. One of the few condo units available for rent on the beachfront! Just walk across the dunes onto the beach from this waterfront home. The condo has a wonderful deck overlooking the beach with the Gulf of Mexico on the horizon.

How much does Matagorda Beach cost?

Matagorda Beach is minutes away for fun in the sun and beachcombers! Occupancy limits: 2 guests. Rates based on 2 guests Occupancy limits: 2 guests. Rates based on 2 guests. $139 $139 Cozy cottage located in Fullstringer RV Park with on-site swimming pool and catch and release pond, 2 pavilions and bbq pits.

How far is Matagorda from Selkirk?

Located on Hwy 60, two miles from Matagorda’s townsite, between Selkirk and Matagorda. Easy access to East & West Matagorda Bays for fishing or offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. Matagorda Beach is minutes away for fun in the sun and beachcombers!

How much does it cost to rent a beach condo in Mexico?

The condo has a wonderful deck overlooking the beach with the Gulf of Mexico on the horizon. Two bedrooms on lower level with a spacious loft and additional bathroom. Upstairs deck off the loft for the birds eye view! Occupancy limits: 6 guests. Rates based on 6 guests. $250 $250