Discover the species that draw birdwatchers to the Texas coast year-round The Bolivar Peninsula isn't just one of the Texas coast's most scenic escapes. It's one of the best birdwatching destinations on the upper coast, drawing visitors every year who come specifically to see species that are difficult to find...

Drive time, waves, camping rules, and atmosphere compared to help you pick the right Texas beach. Crystal Beach vs. Surfside Beach is a real question for anyone weighing a Houston-area beach trip, since both sit within a couple hours of the city and both let you drive your vehicle onto...

Experience decades of beachfront tradition with informal fireworks up and down the Bolivar Peninsula. New Year's Eve at Crystal Beach follows the same tradition as the Fourth of July, just in colder weather. Up and down the 27-mile stretch of the Bolivar Peninsula, families set off their own fireworks along...