Explore Rockport And The Texas Coast
THERE’S ALWAYS SOMETHING TO EXPLORE
From fishing and beaches to local restaurants, wildlife, history, and waterfront sunsets, The Hideaway puts you close to the best of the Coastal Bend. Whether you’re here for a weekend or staying for the season, there’s plenty to see and do just beyond the park.
ROCKPORT & FULTON
Rockport Beach
Enjoy sandy shores, calm bay waters, picnic areas, swimming, fishing, and beautiful coastal sunsets.
Fulton Fishing Pier
Cast a line, take a walk over the water, or enjoy the views across Aransas Bay.
Rockport Harbor
Explore the waterfront, browse local shops and galleries, grab a bite to eat, or simply enjoy the coastal atmosphere.
Texas Maritime Museum
Discover the history of Texas’ maritime industry, including fishing, shrimping, shipbuilding, and life along the coast.
Fulton Mansion State Historic Site
Step back into the 19th century and explore one of the Texas coast’s most distinctive historic homes.
OUTDOORS, FISHING & WILDLIFE
Goose Island State Park
Enjoy fishing, birding, kayaking, hiking, and some of the area’s most beautiful coastal scenery.
The Big Tree
See one of the most recognizable natural landmarks in the Rockport area at Goose Island State Park.
Rockport is The Redfish Capital of Texas
Fish the bays from shore, launch your own boat, or head out with a local fishing guide.
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
Explore coastal wildlife habitat and one of the region’s best places for birding and spotting native wildlife.
ARANSAS PASS & PORT ARANSAS
Aransas Pass
A working coastal community with fishing, boating, shopping, restaurants, and easy access to the surrounding waterways.
Port Aransas
Take the ferry across and spend the day enjoying beaches, fishing, restaurants, shopping, and the unique atmosphere of Port Aransas.
MORE TO EXPLORE
The Rockport-Fulton area has something for every kind of coastal getaway. Spend the day on the water, find a new favorite restaurant, explore local history, watch the sunset, or simply take your time discovering the Texas coast.