Matagorda Bay Nature Park
6430 Farm to Market Road 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457
Activities and Amenities
Hours and Contact Info
Hours of operation:
Daily (sunrise to sunset)
Contact
Reservations: 855-392-7638
Need more park info: 979-863-2603
Park Information
The water’s calling. This 1,333-acre park and nature preserve is located at the mouth of the Colorado River on the Matagorda Bay peninsula. Visitors can enjoy miles of Gulf of Mexico beachfront, birdwatching in coastal marshes and wetland paddling. Tent camping and RV amenities are available for overnight stays. There also is a gift shop with snacks and souvenirs and a rental facility available for up to 100 people.
Camping | Reserve Now
- 2 Airstream campers: sleeps up to 4 (includes heat and A/C, shower, restroom, kitchen and grill)
- 22 campsites (RV full hookup)
- 19 campsites (waterfront)
- 24 campsites (preferred)
- 5 campsites (pull through)
- Restroom (flushing)
- RV dump station
- Showers
- 24-hour bulk ice machine
Water Recreation
- Boat ramp
Watercraft rentals
Fishing
Swimming
Outdoor Recreation
- Beachcombing
Bird viewing area
Horseback riding
Picnicking - Mini golf
Group Activities
- Kayaking
River Rafting
Summer Camp
Field trips (Pre-K-12)
Pricing
Entrance
Adults – $5
Children (12 and younger) – Free
Disabled – $2
Seniors (65 and older) – $2
Lodging
Two park entrance fees are included in your stay.
Campsites:
- Airstreams: $225/night (2 night minimum)
- RV full hookup – $40
- RV preferred – $45
- RV pull through – $50
- RV waterfront – $58
Facilities and Equipment
Kayak and stand-up paddle board rentals:
- Per hour (2 hour minimum) – $10
- Half day (4 hours) – $35
- Full day (8 hours) – $50
- 24 hours – $65
Beach chair rental:
- Full day (8 hours) – $8
- Weekly – $25
Beach wagon rental:
- Full day (8 hours) – $12
- Weekly – $45
Matagorda Bay Mini Golf:
- 9 holes (1 round) – $8
- 18 holes (2 rounds) – $14
Meeting Room – Visit lcraparks.reserveamerica.com for details. Red Fish Hall – Visit lcraparks.reserveamerica.com for details.
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