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Palacios is a city in the southwestern corner of Matagorda County, Texas, on Tres Palacios Bay along the Gulf Coast. It sits on State Highway 35, roughly halfway between Houston and Corpus Christi, with a population of about 4,400. Small and deeply maritime, Palacios is known as the "Shrimp Capital of Texas." The shrimping and fishing industry defines the community. Palacios is home to a commercial fleet of more than 400 vessels, and a significant Vietnamese-American community has long contributed to the local fishing industry. The Port of Palacios connects to the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway through the Palacios Channel, and the working waterfront remains the town's economic and cultural heart. The bay also shapes everyday life. The city maintains three lighted piers that support fishing around the clock, along with bayfront parks and a museum that preserves the area's maritime heritage. Palacios sits along the Central Flyway migratory path, making it one of the better birdwatching destinations on the Texas Gulf Coast, and a half-scale ship replica, La Petite Belle, recalls the town's coastal story. Public education is provided by the Palacios Independent School District, and the city is served by the Palacios Municipal Airport plus regional bus service. Victoria is about an hour away, with regional airports and the larger cities of Houston and Corpus Christi reachable along State Highway 35. The residential pattern mixes bayfront and canal homes with modest inland neighborhoods, keeping much of the community close to the water. Palacios suits residents drawn to an authentic, unhurried fishing-town lifestyle on the Texas coast.

Population 4,359

County Matagorda

Active Listings 405

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Frequently Asked Questions

What county is Palacios in?

Palacios is a city in the southwestern corner of Matagorda County, Texas, on Tres Palacios Bay along the Gulf Coast. It sits on State Highway 35, roughly halfway between Houston and Corpus Christi.

What is Palacios known for?

Palacios is known as the 'Shrimp Capital of Texas.' It is home to a commercial shrimping and fishing fleet of more than 400 vessels, a working Port of Palacios, and a significant Vietnamese-American fishing community with deep ties to the industry.

How far is Palacios from Houston and Corpus Christi?

Palacios lies roughly midway between Houston and Corpus Christi along State Highway 35. Victoria is about an hour's drive away, and the city is served by the Palacios Municipal Airport and regional bus service.

What school district serves Palacios?

Palacios is served by the Palacios Independent School District, which operates the community's public elementary, middle, and high schools. The district serves the city and the surrounding rural areas of Matagorda County, so households should confirm individual campus assignments for a specific address.

Is Palacios on the Gulf Coast?

Yes. Palacios sits directly on Tres Palacios Bay, a Gulf Coast bay, and the Palacios Channel connects the Port of Palacios to the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. The city's three lighted piers, bayfront parks, and maritime industries are all tied to this coastal setting.

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