The Natural Beach In Texas That Feels Like Your Own Private Island
By Katie Lawrence|Published July 28, 2018
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Katie Lawrence
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
From Galveston to Boca Chica and everything in between, we have quite a few beaches here in Texas — after all, our coastline is one of the longest in the country. Unfortunately, tourists have overrun almost all of the major seaside communities, leaving little room for the peace and relaxation the ocean is supposed to bring.
There are still a few oases that have yet to be discovered by the masses, and Malaquite Beach is one such place. With no vehicle traffic allowed, it’s truly an escape from reality that everyone needs to experience.
No vehicle traffic is allowed on the first four miles of Malaquite Beach, so not only is it a safe place for the kiddos to play but also a peaceful oasis akin to your very own private island.
The visitor's center has clean bathrooms with showers and plenty of information about the area. There's even a ranger-guided walk that teaches you all about the history of the beach and the unique plant and animal life inhabiting it.
Speaking of sea creatures, turtle releases are held at sunrise throughout the summer. It's a truly amazing experience to watch the little hatchlings scurry off to their home in the ocean.
These guys are also neat seaside marvels. Known as "Ghost Crabs," the quirky crustaceans burrow under the sand and feed at night. That means you likely won't be bombarded by them while trying to enjoy your beach time, but be sure to snap some pictures if one decides to surface!
Campsites are available on the beach if you're so captivated by the beauty that you want to stay overnight (trust us, you will be.) The sunrises are out of this world, and not being there in the morning to witness it would be criminal.
If you want to visit the seemingly uncharted territory for yourself, Malaquite is located between North and South Beach. Look out for the Visitor Center visible from the road — you can't miss it!
