About This Beach
Magnolia Beach is a unique “shell beach” composed primarily of crushed shells rather than sand, creating a striking white shoreline along Matagorda Bay. This free beach allows camping directly on the shore with no permits required, making it popular with budget travelers and RV enthusiasts. The calm, shallow waters of the protected bay are ideal for families and beginner swimmers. Fishing is excellent, particularly for speckled trout and redfish. The beach features shaded picnic pavilions, BBQ pits, and restroom facilities. The small community has a distinctly local feel with few tourists compared to Gulf-facing beaches.