port lavaca
T he Beaches
of Port Lavaca and Calhoun County
BY KAREN WILSON
Magnolia, Beach
When
you close your eyes and imagine
a coastline, what do you see?
Perhaps you see beaches - large dunes, vast expanses of sand and surf, the smell of coconut
and salt air riding the wind as the rows of sun
worshipers, surfers, and visitors enjoy. This is
the coastline of my youth.
Yet on this trip to discover the coast of Calhoun County, my concept and knowledge of the Texas Coast has been forever expanded. There are those who envision the quiet camaraderie of piers,
hooks, bait, and catching “the big one.” Still, others go to contemplate, to meditate, to walk, or just find peace in nature. Many
marvel at the birds and varied wildlife and others who love the
water, but would rather avoid the sand. Families come for time
spent together, a safe place where one can learn and teach without
effort and play at any age. The adventurous explore by various
means, and the historians connect with the explorers of long ago
and the legacies they left upon these shores.
Seadrift, Texas
Swan Point
During my travels, the first stop was Seadrift, Texas. It is the only
town positioned on the San Antonio bay into which the Guadalupe River feeds. This location serves as the base and access point
to the inland bay system. Known as “The Last Fishing Frontier,”
Seadrift is an angler’s dream. Whether by boat, wade, or drift
fishing, the trout, redfish, and flounder are plentiful. With a population of approximately 1500 people, the atmosphere is relaxed
and friendly. Since 1963, Seadrift has served as the finish line to the
annual Texas Water Safari, known to some as the “world’s toughest
as
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The coastline of Texas, which spans some 600 miles, offers limitless opportunities to satisfy one’s unique coastal experience including a rich and fascinating history, and if you’re lucky, you
too will come away with a broader, richer vision. The coastline of
Calhoun County, Texas delivers a unique coastal experience not
to be missed!
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