Matagorda County Map, Texas, USA

Map of Matagorda County - Matagorda County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. Matagorda County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Matagorda County located in the map, major cities in Matagorda county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Matagorda County, Texas

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Map of Matagorda County, Texas

Matagorda County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. It's county seat is Bay City. As per 2020 census, the population of Matagorda County is 36344 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,114 sq mi (2,885 km2). Matagorda County was established on 1836.

Facts about Matagorda County, Texas

Top Attractions in Matagorda County, Texas

• Matagorda Beach – Wide sandy beach for swimming and fishing.
• Matagorda Bay Nature Park – Trails, kayaking, and birdwatching.
• Bay City Birding Trails – Popular coastal birding locations.
• Matagorda Lighthouse (sentinel site) – Historic coastal lighthouse.
• Colorado River Mouth – Scenic fishing and boating area.
• Bay City Museum – Local history exhibits.
• Matagorda County Courthouse – Historic courthouse building.
• Le Tulle Park – Green space with ponds and trails.
• Selkirk Island – Quiet nature and wildlife viewing area.
• Offshore Fishing Charters – Gulf access for deep-sea fishing.

Cities and Towns in Matagorda County, Texas

What are Major Roads and Highways in Matagorda County

• Texas State Highway 35 - major coastal highway connecting Palacios, Bay City, and Gulf Coast communities
• Texas State Highway 60 - principal north-south route linking Bay City with Wharton and Matagorda
• Texas State Highway 71 - serves northern portions of the county and connects to central Texas
• Texas State Highway 111 - connects Midfield, Blessing, and western county communities
• Farm to Market Road 2031 - provides access to Matagorda Beach and Gulf Coast recreation areas
• Farm to Market Road 457 - serves Sargent and coastal fishing communities
• Farm to Market Road 521 - links Bay City with Brazoria County and the Houston region

What are Neighboring Counties of Matagorda County

• Brazoria County (northeast)
• Wharton County (northwest)
• Jackson County (west)
• Calhoun County (southwest)
• Gulf of Mexico (south and southeast)

Distance from Matagorda County to Nearby Cities

Waterbodies in Matagorda County

Matagorda Bay, East Matagorda Bay, West Matagorda Bay, Gulf of Mexico, Colorado River, Tres Palacios River, Caney Creek, Cedar Lakes, Intracoastal Waterway, Big Boggy Creek, Turtle Bay, Oyster Lake, South Texas Project Reservoir, wetlands, estuaries, marshes, and coastal waterways

Best Golf Courses in Matagorda County, Texas

Colleges and Universities in Matagorda County, Texas

References

1. Official Matagorda County Website
2. U.S. Census Bureau - Matagorda County QuickFacts
3. Texas Almanac - Matagorda County
4. Texas State Historical Association - Matagorda County
5. Wharton County Junior College