Rockport is a beautiful and established ocean front community. It a well known year-round fishing resort and warm weather getaway for Texans and snow birds alike. Birding is extremely popular in Rockport, with hundreds of species of year-round and migratory birds. There are many paid boat tours to view whooping cranes, Blue Herons, and other remarkable coastal waterfowl. Local prices are extremely reasonable for necessities such as groceries, restaurants, and gasoline.
Fulton Beach Road runs next to the bay and is a scenic place to cycle, run, or walk. There are many good seafood and other restaurants close by, as well as an HEB grocery store. There are many fishing shacks along the bay at which fresh seafood and fishing bait can be purchased.