Rockport is a coastal town Texas town with a population of about 8,700 (in 2010 census). Tourism is important to the local economy, but Hurricane Harvey caused severe damage to Rockport and nearby towns. Major clean up and rebuilding activities continue everywhere. The Visitor Center has nice displays, a small gift shop, and lots of information about Rockport, Fulton, and the surrounding area. It’s definitely worth a stop.
Beautiful Rockport (on Aransas Bay) is a popular destination when the weather is nice. Parking next to the marina, we walked around the picturesque waterfront area.
The yacht below is our next home (just kidding!) But, honestly, John would love to live on a boat. With our sweet doggie, Sadie, it just does not seem like a good idea. Cats are much more suitable for that lifestyle, I think.
Before we started RVing, John wanted to live on our 36’ Trojan yacht and travel the Intracoastal Waterway. But it was just too small for me! Our motorcoach is about the same length, but the design of the kitchen/galley, bathroom, storage bays, etc., provides so much more living space. The one, above however, would be big enough for sure!
The Rockport Center for the Arts is home to pieces by local artists. It is not currently open due to extensive damage by Hurricane Harvey. We did, though, enjoy the sculpture garden.
Great views of the beach on Aransas Bay in Rockport can be seen from the fishing pier. Tiki huts provide shade for visitors during hot weather.
Walking back to the car, there is a large park area where Sadie had a nice run. It is located next to the Texas Maritime Museum. We had visited this museum when we visited the area four years ago (windsofdestiny-rvlife.blogspot.com/search?q=Texas+Maritime+Museum+). It has interesting displays on Gulf Coast history, shipbuilding, oil drilling, and the history of pirates in the area. This huge anchor is near the entrance of the museum.
We drove to the Tule Hike and Bike Trail. A pavilion at the trailhead has multiple displays about the history of the area, birding, hiking/biking/kayaking trails, and more..
The concrete trail (about a mile) runs along Tule Creek. Evidence of hurricane damage could be seen in the forest. Along the trail we saw waterfowl in the creek and others enjoying the trail (on foot and bike).
We took a side gravel trail to the Live Oak Education Area where another observation deck can be found. The area is pet-friendly, do leashed dogs are permitted.
We were happy to find that Rockport is working hard to restore their lovely town after the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey. I salute the resilience of the Texans who live along the coast (and those in Houston, too) who continue to rebuild their homes and businesses.
Website: www.cityofrockport.com
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