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With 2 miles of beachfront at the Gulf of Mexico and 2 miles of Colorado River frontage, magnificent 1,600-acre Matagorda Bay Nature Park is wonderful place to visit with the family. There are acres of dunes and coastal marshes with thousands of birds, offering one of the best bird watching areas in the country.

Horseback riding on the beach is a unique experience.

There are many campsites of all types, the beautiful Redfish Hall you can rent for birthdays, weddings or any other celebration, a small shop, a kayak rental shop, and a shaded group picnic area with grills and picnic tables.

Find it at this Address: 6430, FM2031, Matagorda, TX 77457, Phone: 979-863-2603

Enjoy great bird watching at Matagorda Bay Nature Park
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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