Matagorda Beach

4.3/5 (3 reviews)
Popular with fishermen, shell collectors, kayakers, paddleboarders, 4WD 4x4 off-road enthusiasts, and beachcombers, Matagorda Island offers up 23 miles of accessible beach with a wide variety of sand and shell terrain. Whether you’re looking to lounge in the sun with a large group of friends or find...Read More
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Highlights of Matagorda Beach

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Camping Category IconCamping
Overland Category IconOverland
Sand Category IconSand
Water Category IconWater
Highest Elevation
9 ft
Shape of Trail
Out & Back
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
Matagorda Beach
Nearest Town
Matagorda
Nearest Services
Matagorda
Management Agency
Matagorda County
District

Overview

Popular with fishermen, shell collectors, kayakers, paddleboarders, 4WD 4x4 off-road enthusiasts, and beachcombers, Matagorda Island offers up 23 miles of accessible beach with a wide variety of sand and shell terrain. Whether you’re looking to lounge in the sun with a large group of friends or find a secluded spot to camp for the weekend, you’re sure to find just the right spot on the island. Notable gathering and fishing spots include the large, sandy area at the Three Mile Cut, the western edge of the island out on the jetties, as well as the eastern edge of the island at the intracoastal waterway cut. Be sure to note the abandoned ruins of the destroyed piers along the way, random items washed up after a large storm, and who knows what you'll see along the 'nude beach' stretch.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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17 Waypoints
53 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
3 Community Reviews
1 Video
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