Access Site
TX
Indian Point - Nueces Bay
City: Portland, TX
County: San Patricio County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 27.85800000, -97.35275000
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Oso Creek at Corpus Christi, TX
13.6 mi away
Chiltipin Creek at US 77 near Sinton, TX
16.7 mi away
Nueces Rv at Calallen, TX
16.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Located at the southern base of the US Highway 181 Causeway in Portland, Indian Point provides the only public boat ramp offering direct access to Nueces Bay. This convenient launch point is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters looking to explore the shallow, sheltered waters where Nueces Bay meets Corpus Christi Bay. The site features a well-maintained facility with a bait stand on-site for anglers.
The calm, protected waters of Nueces Bay make this an excellent starting point for paddlers of all skill levels. From here, you can access productive fishing grounds known for trout and redfish, as well as explore the scenic shoreline along the northern edge of Corpus Christi Bay. The nearby Indian Point Park offers additional amenities, including a well-maintained fishing pier. With its easy accessibility and proximity to the causeway connecting Portland and Corpus Christi, this ramp serves as a popular hub for both day trips and longer excursions into the surrounding bay system.
The calm, protected waters of Nueces Bay make this an excellent starting point for paddlers of all skill levels. From here, you can access productive fishing grounds known for trout and redfish, as well as explore the scenic shoreline along the northern edge of Corpus Christi Bay. The nearby Indian Point Park offers additional amenities, including a well-maintained fishing pier. With its easy accessibility and proximity to the causeway connecting Portland and Corpus Christi, this ramp serves as a popular hub for both day trips and longer excursions into the surrounding bay system.