Tidbits for Cruising Texas

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  The Texas City Dike extends far into Galveston Bay to retard shoaling of the Texas City Ship Channel. As a side benefit, it provides an excellent recreational area for sailing off a sandy beach. The north side is most is on the leeward side with the southeast winds that prevail during the warmer months.

The tall-ship Elissa, berthed in Galveston, periodically cruises up the bay. Shown lying at anchor off the Houston Yacht Club, this visit coincided with the annual Elissa Regatta. 

 

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  Weekends on Clear Lake, home to nearly 10,000 pleasure boats, can be just a bit crowded. Have fun on the water.

Offatts Bayou, on the bay-side of Galveston Island, is a premier cruising destination on Galveston Bay and the Texas Gulf Coast. An area large enough to anchor 200+ boats on a holiday weekend with deep (10-20 feet), clean water, the bayou is well-protected and provides easy access to Galveston's many attractions.

 

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To Campbell's Guides, Back to the Quick Guide, The Golden Triangle, Galveston Bay, Freeport and the middle coast, Matagorda Bay, Corpus Christi Bay, The Laguna Madre

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