Port Arthur, Texas

Start your day with a stroll along McFaddin Beach’s sandy shore, take in Sea Rim State Park’s boardwalk view, or make stops along the city’s inspiring Faith Trail. Hike under the canopy at the world-famous Sabine Woods and keep an eye out for colorful birds and local wildlife. Charter a boat or launch your own into Sabine Lake, which is famous for redfish, flounder, and trout.

Channel the life and times of iconic rock ‘n’ roller Janis Joplin and pop art master Robert Rauschenberg at Museum of the Gulf Coast. Sip on locally crafted beers or distilled whiskey, bourbon, and rum.

It’s crawfish season in the Cajun Capital of Texas. Savor spicy seafood, gumbo, or étouffée paired with two-steppin’ live music and plenty of stops on the Cajun Heritage Trail. 

Port Arthur is a nature infused respite from busy city life—a dip into the legendary lore of the Upper Gulf Coast and Texas’ true Cajun Capital, where life is still a little like it used to be.  //  visitportarthurtx.com