Dec 29 2006 11:44 pm
We are Enjoying Our Trip to Texas Coast
Long time, no blog. We stayed at Coleto Creek Reservoir, which is located between Goliad and Victoria, Texas for a few days and it was a truly beautiful place. When we drove into the campground, my husband and I both said, “Water!” at the same time. The drought in Central Texas is making records and it had been so long since we have seen a lake or stream with water in it.
The lake water was clear and there were oyster and mussel shells on the sand bottom. Lots of fisherman at this lake in February and March because the warmth of the water moves up the date for fish spawning. Above is a shot of the wetlands with the power plant in the background. If we get a park like this for each new coal-fired power plant, I am ALMOST sold.
Above is a shot from our campsite, number 50. This is the primo site in the campground because you are on a point and you may view the sunset and the sunrise from the same place. Those black dots on the water are Coots, ducks that apparently live here year round. You can see the incredible clarity of the water from this photography.
Saw my first LadyBug of the season on an oyster shell and happened to have my camera. You can make out the sand crystals beneath the shell. I understand Coleto Creek Reservoir has a problem with hydrilla, an invasive species of aquatic plant. However, with the cool weather, the Hydrilla had died back and all we saw was sand and water.
Supposedly there are over 100 alligators living around the reservoir, but we did not see any. I was wondering, “What do you do if an alligator attacks you?” They can outrun humans, eat dogs and are not scared of shouting. I guess I will found out if I ever see one.
We visited Goliad one day and saw the mission and the presidio. We also visited the Fannin monument. I will be back tomorrow with these pictures.
Tags: Texas coast, Coleto Creek Reservoir, Victoria, Texas, Goliad, Texas
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Anonymous on 30 Dec 2006 at 10:56 pm #
We had major problems with invasive water plants a few years ago in our fresh-water lakes. They were probably imported (illegally) for aquariums & then discrded in the lakes. Because of our isolation and our very rigid policing system for imports, most of this type of thing is caught before harm is done, but some folks always cheat the system. In a place where malama aina (take care of the land) is considered a sacred duty, this is especially disturbing.
Your camping location is beautiful and the site looks so serene and peaceful. What a delightful getaway! Mahalo nui loa (thank you very much!) for sharing it with us.
Mahalo for visiting my blog! I already have Colleen’s blogroll and my blog is on it. Those who haven’t updated recently don’t have me, so that was why I commented last time that I hoped you would add me!
Hau’oli Makahiki Hou to you and your family. May 2007 bring great blessings!
Anonymous on 30 Dec 2006 at 11:25 pm #
Just found your site. I am craving a holiday to the coast - fresh seafood and the sound of waves! Thank you for documenting/sharing….
Karmyn R on 31 Dec 2006 at 1:04 am #
Looks like a wondeful place!
Happy New Year! Enjoy your trip.