Matagorda Beach Rules & Regulations

  • Driving on the beach requires a $10 beach vehicle permit.
  • Only registered vehicles are allowed on the beach. $50-500 fine. Golf carts and UTVs must be registered before they can be driven on the beach. Golf carts and UTVs are registered through the County Tax Assesors Office. You find the application and information here.
  • The beach is a state highway. All normal motor vehicle laws apply.
  • The official speed limit on the beach is 15mph.
  • Driving in the dunes or on vegetation is illegal & contributes to beach erosion.
  • No Glass Containers!
  • No swimming near the jetties or pier. There are strong currents in this area.
  • Camping is permitted with no additional fee. You may camp for up to 72 hours.
  • No Littering! Pack out all trash.
  • Do not park blocking the beach entrance.
  • Please enjoy one of the least crowded beaches on the Texas coast, and please leave it better than you found it.

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1 month ago
Matagorda Beach

There will be a lighted boat parade this year! ... See MoreSee Less

There will be a lighted boat parade this year!

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Michelle Smith so cool!!

Ashley Wist we need to go!

Shane Johnson

Lynn Huggins

Ashley Page

Doug Littleton

Albert Estrada

New to this. Where all can we sit to view?

Where can we find a party barge

Mary Gabbard

Andrew Smith , Makenzi McDonald-Smith

Fireworks?

How many entries do you have?

Kathy Edwards Nancy Mann

Cynthia Esquivel Canales tell corey lets light it up

Tracey Langley Staci Wolfe ❤️

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1 month ago
Matagorda Beach

Hunting season is coming and Coastal Wild Wings is opening the season with a European Tower Shoot.

We’re currently booking for a Pheasant European Tower Shoot for October 29th and November 19th. Tower Shoot starts at 9 am and ends with a catered lunch.

$250 per hunter (includes bird cleaning and lunch) gratuity not included.

Every hunter leaves with equally divided, cleaned and bagged pheasant.

If you are interested in booking, please call, text, or email Sandra Davant @ 361-920-7758 or jdavant@msn.com.

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Hunting season is coming and Coastal Wild Wings is opening the season with a European Tower Shoot.

We’re currently booking for a Pheasant European Tower Shoot for October 29th and November 19th. Tower Shoot starts at 9 am and ends with a catered lunch.

$250 per hunter (includes bird cleaning and lunch) gratuity not included.

Every hunter leaves with equally divided, cleaned and bagged pheasant.

If you are interested in booking, please call, text, or email Sandra Davant @ 361-920-7758 or jdavant@msn.com. 

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