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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.

  • 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
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Outdoor Recreation

  • Beachcombing
  • Bird viewing area
  • Picnicking
  • Mini golf

Group Activities

  • 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.

Park Events

Crab Crawl

Dec. 13, 2024

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Fish Prints

Dec. 20, 2024

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Beach Craft

Dec. 21, 2024

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