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.

Portland December 3, 2023
86
Listed
82
Avg. DOM
$172.93
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$337,000
Med. List Price
86 Properties
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$258,499
Neighborhood: David Estates
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,217
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
2
Days on Site
431146
MLS
$249,999
Neighborhood: David Estates
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,217
Sq.Ft.
2023
Year Built
2
Days on Site
431147
MLS
$359,900
Neighborhood: Portland-Oak Ridge Estate #2
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,407
Sq.Ft.
1981
Year Built
3
Days on Site
431087
MLS
$335,000
Neighborhood: Bay Landing
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,652
Sq.Ft.
2020
Year Built
3
Days on Site
431015
MLS
$335,000
Neighborhood: Portland-Oak Ridge Estate #2
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,955
Sq.Ft.
1980
Year Built
3
Days on Site
431130
MLS
Open 12/3
407 San Saba Dr Portland,  TX 78374
$335,000
Neighborhood: Portland-East Cliff #14
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,071
Sq.Ft.
1978
Year Built
4
Days on Site
430976
MLS
$375,000
Neighborhood: Bay Ridge
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,343
Sq.Ft.
2016
Year Built
4
Days on Site
431053
MLS
$199,000
Neighborhood: Portland-Church
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,566
Sq.Ft.
1965
Year Built
4
Days on Site
431078
MLS
$275,000
Neighborhood: West Wood Estates
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,567
Sq.Ft.
2016
Year Built
5
Days on Site
431040
MLS
$269,900
Neighborhood: Bay Ridge Sub
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,459
Sq.Ft.
2012
Year Built
7
Days on Site
430779
MLS
$289,900
Neighborhood: Portland-Eastcliff #5
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,660
Sq.Ft.
1966
Year Built
10
Days on Site
427458
MLS
Open 12/7
2220 Tallow Dr Portland,  TX 78374
$282,000
Neighborhood: West Wood Estates
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,606
Sq.Ft.
2016
Year Built
10
Days on Site
430799
MLS