Port Lavaca / Matagorda Bay KOA Holiday Blog
Stay on the Texas Coast Starting at Just $40/Night
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
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Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
From 172 South: continue south (crossing highway 35) 1.4 miles, coming to CR 302 (at Calhoun County sign), make a left, continue 1.4 miles, and the campground will be on your left.
From 35 South: make a right on 172 (towards Olivia), continue 1.4 miles coming to CR 302 (at Calhoun County sign), make a left, continue 1.4 miles, and the campground will be on your left.
From 35 North: make a left on 172 (towards Olivia), continue 1.4 miles coming to CR 302 (at Calhoun County sign), make a left, continue 1.4 miles, and the campground will be on your left.
If you’re planning to attend the Texas Mid-Coast Birding Festival, choosing the right place to stay can make all the difference. Located directly on the bay, Port Lavaca / Matagorda Bay KOA offers guests the unique opportunity to experience coastal birding right outside their RV, tent, or cabin.
Unlike hotels or inland campgrounds, our waterfront location places you directly within one of the most active birding habitats along the Texas Gulf Coast. Many of the species highlighted during the festival can be seen without ever leaving the campground.
Guests staying at the Port Lavaca KOA frequently spot a wide variety of coastal and migratory birds, especially during the spring season. Because the campground sits directly along Matagorda Bay, bird activity is visible throughout the day.
Common sightings include:
This makes the Port Lavaca KOA an ideal basecamp for birders attending the festival or anyone looking to enjoy nature at a slower pace.
Port Lavaca / Matagorda Bay KOA offers a variety of accommodations to suit every travel style:
After a day of birding events, guided tours, or exploring the coast, guests can return to a peaceful campground setting with bay views, sunsets, and quiet evenings under the stars.
The Texas Mid-Coast Birding Festival takes place across multiple locations in the region. Staying in Port Lavaca allows guests to remain close to festival activities while enjoying a setting that feels far removed from crowds and traffic.
Instead of commuting back to a hotel, guests can wake up to birdsong, enjoy coffee by the water, and continue birdwatching from the comfort of the campground.
Learn more about festival schedules and events here
Whether you’re an experienced birder or simply curious about the natural beauty of the Texas Gulf Coast, Port Lavaca / Matagorda Bay KOA offers a stay that complements the Texas Mid-Coast Birding Festival perfectly.
Plan your visit, book your site early, and experience why so many guests return year after year for the birds, the bay, and the peaceful coastal setting.
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