About This Beach
Palacios Beach on Matagorda Bay offers a small-town beach experience with calm, shallow waters ideal for families with young children. The beach features a lighted fishing pier extending into the bay for angling without a boat. The area is known as the “Shrimp Capital of Texas” with fresh seafood available directly from boats at the harbor. Several waterfront parks provide easy beach access with pavilions, playgrounds, and restroom facilities. The town’s history as a resort destination in the early 1900s is evident in historic beachfront buildings and charm. The protected bay location means gentle waves and warmer water temperatures than Gulf beaches. The beach is conveniently located within walking distance of accommodations and restaurants in the small town center.