Matagorda Bay Nature Park
6420 Farm to Market Road 2031, Matagorda, TX 77457
Activities and Amenities
Hours and Contact Info
Hours
Welcome Center and Gift Shop: 8 a.m.-5p.m.
Park: Daily (sunrise to sunset)
Contact
Reservations: 855-392-7638
More park info: 979-863-2603
Pre-approved activities may take place outside of standard park hours.
Park Information
The coast is calling! Matagorda Bay Nature Park offers a wide range of recreation activities to choose from. Spot local wildlife, putt a hole-in-one, kayak the wetlands or join an adventure tour guided by one of our staffers. Bring your RV or stay with us overnight in one of our Airstreams or bungalows for a unique beach retreat where the Colorado River meets the Gulf of Mexico.
Camping | Reserve Now
- 10 beach bungalows
- 4 Airstream campers: sleeps up to 4 (includes heat and A/C, shower, restroom, kitchen and grill)
- 34 campsites (RV full hookup)
- 17 campsites (waterfront)
- 5 campsites (pull through)
- Restroom (flushing)
- Showers
- 24-hour bulk ice machine
Water Recreation
- Boat ramp
Non-motorized watercraft rentals
Fishing
Swimming
Outdoor Recreation
- Beachcombing
- Bird viewing area
- Picnicking
- Mini golf
Group Activities
- Kayaking
- Summer Camp
- Field trips (Pre-K-12)
Facility Rentals | Learn More
- Redfish Hall: Indoor, oceanfront space with capacity up to 99 people (includes A/C, heat and kitchenette)
Pricing
View cancellation policy here.
Entrance
Adults – $5
Children (12 and younger) – Free
Disabled – $2
Seniors (65 and older) – $2
Free with LCRA Annual Parks Pass
Lodging
Two park entrance fees are included in your stay.
Campsites:
- Airstreams: $247.50/night (2 night minimum)
- Beach bungalows: $300/night and $350/night (2 night minimum)
- RV full hookup – $49.50
- RV pull through – $55
- RV waterfront – $63.80
Facilities and Equipment
Kayak (single), fishing kayak and stand-up paddleboard rentals:
- Per hour (2 hour minimum) – $10
- Half day (4 hours) – $49
- Full day (8 hours) – $79
- 24 hours – $99
Kayak (tandem) rentals:
- Half day (4 hours) – $59
- Full day (8 hours) – $89
- 24 hours – $109
Wetland kayaking:
- Day-use visitors – Kayak rental + $20
- Overnight visitors – Kayak rental + $10
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
Contact [email protected] for Redfish Hall details.
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