Nestled at the intersection of Corpus Christi and Nueces bays is a place of charming coastal tranquility tailor-made for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. Watch gentle waves roll onto quiet grassy shores. Let the soft sea breeze caress your skin as you stand on the end of a long wooden fishing pier. Kayak a coastal lake and spot rare migratory birds in a scenic nature preserve. All of these experiences await when you visit Portland, a family-friendly town with a relaxed vibe situated a few minutes north of Corpus Christi.

With its abundant Gulf Coast allure, Portland offers an endless number of ways to enjoy the Gulf Coast. It’s location at the convergence of two bays makes it one of the best places to go fishing in the region, particularly in the winter when the waters are teeming with black drum. Portland’s most prominent angling spot is the Indian Point Fishing Park and Pier. Cast a line from here day or night as the pier is lighted and open 24 hours. Look south for a stunning view of downtown Corpus Christi and the USS LEXINGTON as you kick back and wait for something to bite.

The pier sits just south of Sunset Lake Park, a 333-acre ecologically rich area that spans wetlands and a saltwater lake. Kayak or canoe the scenic waterways, fish from the shoreline, and hike or bike the paved-two mile trial that provides a fantastic vantage point for birding. In fact, the park sits within the Corpus Christi Bay Loop of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, an area frequented by migratory birds and home to shorebirds like loons, grebes, and diving ducks.

Speaking of birding, Portland is not far from a true hidden treasure, the Fred Jones Nature Sanctuary. This nine-acre oasis of native vegetation sits among a sea of farmland, providing a crucial habitat for local and migratory birds. Take your time exploring the sanctuary’s secluded trails and you just may spot a few, such as warblers, vireos, orioles, and other songbirds during migration season.

All of this will surely keep you busy, but there’s more. If you’re a kiteboarding enthusiast, find your way to Violet Andrews Park. With its narrow beach and constant winds, the park is one of the best spots for enjoying the sport. Not far from that is the NorthShore Country Club, home to an 18-hole links-style golf course with four breathtaking holes placed along the shoreline of Corpus Christi Bay. Portland also has a skate park and an aquatic center with a heated lap pool and a recreational pool perfect for a fun afternoon swim with your family. Need to get a workout in? Visit the Portland Community Center, a public gym with cardio equipment, weight machines, everything else you need to work up a sweat.

In addition to all of its natural wonders, Portland’s location can’t be beat. Staying here puts you just a short (and spectacular) drive away from Corpus Christi’s major attractions, such as the Texas State Aquarium, North Shore, The Art Museum of South Texas, and Hurricane Alley Waterpark. Not only that, you’re less than an hour away from the sun-kissed beaches of Mustang Island and Port Aransas.

Whether you have a craving to get outside or you’re looking for the perfect destination for your next family getaway, plan your next vacation to Portland.

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$420,000
Neighborhood: Portland-East Cliff #1
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,352
Sq.Ft.
1966
Year Built
2
Days on Site
432900
MLS
$259,900
Neighborhood: Portland-Bay Ridge
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,669
Sq.Ft.
2001
Year Built
2
Days on Site
439379
MLS
$299,000
Neighborhood: Portland-Northshore
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,018
Sq.Ft.
1997
Year Built
2
Days on Site
439390
MLS
$224,999
Neighborhood: Bay Ridge Sub
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,176
Sq.Ft.
2006
Year Built
4
Days on Site
439199
MLS
$290,000
Neighborhood: Portland-Briar Bluff #1
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,966
Sq.Ft.
1977
Year Built
4
Days on Site
437668
MLS
$374,000
Neighborhood: North Shore
4
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
2,650
Sq.Ft.
1998
Year Built
6
Days on Site
427532
MLS
$188,500
Neighborhood: Portland-Portland Tier G
2
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,174
Sq.Ft.
1985
Year Built
8
Days on Site
438005
MLS
$274,300
Neighborhood: East Bay Cliff No 6
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,855
Sq.Ft.
1971
Year Built
9
Days on Site
436662
MLS
$389,900
Neighborhood: GLASSON ESTATES
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,304
Sq.Ft.
1981
Year Built
9
Days on Site
438009
MLS
$85,000
Neighborhood: Portland-Portland Tier E
2
Beds
1
Baths
766
Sq.Ft.
1948
Year Built
9
Days on Site
437553
MLS
$365,900
Neighborhood: Bay Landing
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,136
Sq.Ft.
2021
Year Built
11
Days on Site
437866
MLS
$310,000
Neighborhood: Bay Ridge Sub
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,838
Sq.Ft.
2014
Year Built
11
Days on Site
437881
MLS