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Matagorda County Birding
4.4 ★★★★☆ 99 Google reviews · Running trail in Bay City, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Matagorda County Birding's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park with a restroom, a playground, and a pond where fishing is allowed, plus wildlife sightings.
What runners say about Matagorda County Birding
“Restrooms well maintained and clean .”
“It was an absolutely beautiful day, my grandbabies had a wonderful time and it was even nice for a romantic walk.”
Heaven on earth :-) ! Had an awesome transforming experience walking through 6 of the Gardens: Hummingbird, Palm & Bamboo, Herb, Rose, Butterfly & Cactus. The Palm & Bamboo Garden was my most favorite. Felt like I had been translated to Hawaii. So serene and beautiful.
Nice natural park. Went on a weekday, at the end of summer, so only late summer flowers were blooming. Would like to come back in spring. Had the park to ourselves, except for one nice lady working in one of the flower gardens. Peaceful and quiet.
My family has rented the building at the birding center for 2 parties (a birthday party and a baby shower) and both times were wonderful! It's a great price, the staff is very easy to work with, and all the tables and chairs we needed are already in the building.
Beautiful hike! Nice and peaceful! Was told by a gentleman strolling by that there are alligators in the pond but they aren’t big ones or they would be removed for safety! Good to know!
Trail conditions & character
“It was an absolutely beautiful day, my grandbabies had a wonderful time and it was even nice for a romantic walk.”
Plan your run at Matagorda County Birding
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitemcbnc.org
- Phone+1 979-245-3336
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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