What We Do
The Matagorda County Economic Development Corp. (MCEDC) promotes economic development using the county's assets of: multiple natural gas lines, rail service by two providers, barge service on the Intracoastal Waterway and Colorado River channel, a nuclear power plant and large transmission grid, abundant river and groundwater supplies, large tracts of flat land, no zoning, air quality attainment, and a business welcoming attitude.
Tourism is primarily based on our water-related activities and birding. Matagorda County's fishing attractions are renowned. East and West Matagorda Bays provide excellent year-round saltwater fishing. Deep sea fishing lies beyond Matagorda Peninsula, which offers 67 miles for surf fishing. The Colorado and Tres Palacios Rivers and Caney Creek provide freshwater fishing. Kayaking and canoeing are popular. Matagorda County is a top national birding location, having sighted the largest number of species in eight consecutive Christmas Bird Counts. Learn More >
