Yes. Corpus Christi Bay forms part of the greater Gulf of Mexico.
The water temperature in CC Bay in February is approximately 56 degrees F. If you are thinking of doing the HITS Triathlon in February, prepare to have the correct wetsuit and neoprene swimcap
Manatees are rarely seen in Texas. In recent years, lone individuals have appeared at Port Aransas, Corpus Christi and near Houston in Galveston Bay.
R. Warren Flint has written: 'Lake Ontario' -- subject(s): Pollution, Water, Water quality management 'Computer-accessible annotated bibliography of the Corpus Christi Bay estuary' -- subject(s): Bibliography, Estuaries 'Long-term estuarine variability and associated biological response' -- subject(s): Biotic communities, Phytoplankton 'Environmental Studies of a Marine Ecosystem' 'Phytoplankton production in the Corpus Christi Bay Estuary' -- subject(s): Phytoplankton, Primary productivity (Biology)
La Salle's flagship La Belle sank in Matagorda Bay near the small city of Palacios, TX. The closest major city is Corpus Christi, 80 miles to the southwest.
Corpus Christi, Texas, is characterized by its bayfront with sandy beaches, coastal dunes, and wetlands. The landscape includes barrier islands, such as Padre Island, and the Laguna Madre estuary. Inland areas feature flat plains with grasslands and small hills.
The address of the Lady Lex Museum On The Bay Association is: Po Box 23076, Crp Christi, TX 78403-3076
Corpus Christi, TX is located on the Gulf of Mexico with over 113 miles of beaches with 70 miles of beachfront on Mustang and Padre Islands just a 30 minute drive away. Corpus Christi is located approximately 215 miles from Houston, TX. It is the second most popular city in Texas bringing over 5 million visitors a year. Along Ocean Drive on the bay front seawall are eight Miradores Del Mar, also known as "overlooks by the sea" gazebos similar to structures in Spain, Morocco and Mexico. January temperatures average around 65 degrees and the last time Corpus Christi, TX recorded snowfall was on January 29, 1897 with five inches. Landmarks USS Lexington Museum on the Bay is home to a World War II aircraft carrier with a mega theater, flight simulator and virtual battle stations. The USS Lexington is located in the bay across from downtown Corpus Christi and has a blue glow at night. A visit to the Texas State Aquarium will have you shaking hands with dolphins in the Deckside Dolphin Encounter where you can play, feed and touch dolphins. You can experience daily shows such as dolphin training or diver in the water to learn about Texas coral. Also, the aquarium has hands-on exhibits such as "stingray flats" where you can touch stingrays and "reptile report" where you can touch these creatures. Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, a military training base, has traffic pattern operations and basic flight maneuvering. The NAS supports 400,000 operations per year. A former president received his Naval Aviators wings from NAS, President George Bush, Sr. Restaurants Water Street Restaurant is located downtown Corpus Christi, TX and serves fresh Gulf seafood and Sushi. Dishes include seafood gumbo, Gulf shrimp salad, and Caldo Xochitl which is a Mexican soup with chicken, garden veggies, rice, topped with avocado and pico de gallo. Landry's Seafood House is right on the water at bayfront serving dishes such as herb seared red snapper and seafood stuffed broiled flounder. Joe's Crab Shack located downtown Corpus Christi, TX with seafood dishes such as shrimp and fish platters and peel and eat shrimp. Activities Boating, swimming, sunbathing, and fishing from the Gulf of Mexico are readily available. Corpus Christi, TX is host to the U.S. Open Windsurfing and Kiteboarding Regatta every year.
On the [Roman Catholic] Feast Day of Corpus Christi, Spanish explorer Alonso Alvarez de Pineda discovered a lush semi-tropical bay (Corpus Christi Bay). The bay took the name of the feast day celebrating the "Body of Christ."
Victoria is located in south east Texas 20 miles inland from the nearest bay off the Gulf of Mexico. It lies between Houston,TX and Corpus Christi,TX along the Gulf coast area with Houston to the north and Corpus Christi to the south, and approximately a two-hour drive to each city. San Antonio, TX and Austin, TX are both a little over a two-hour drive north-west of Victoria.
Army LT. Coleman Alonzo Peterson passed away in Sept. 1977 in Corpus Christi, Texas at the age of 64. The same Army Lt. who killed Bar owner Maurice Chenowith believing he had raped his wife July 31,1952 in Big Bay, Michigan. Thus the beginning of the book and later the movie Anatomy of a Murder.
Corpus Christi is a coastal city located in South Texas and is the eighth largest city in the state. It has been called the 'Sparkling City by the Sea' and is a famous area for fishing, kayaking, hunting and wind sports. Let's look at more of what Corpus Christi has to offer.Aquariums and MuseumsIf you prefer to spend your vacations indoors, you can visit the Texas State Aquarium or the USS Lexington Museum. However, with this being the coastal city that it is, the outdoor activities far outnumber those indoor activities. The Bob Hall Pier is a great spot to gather with the entire family for a day of fishing on one of the best fishing piers in the country or enjoy a family picnic at one of the many picnic spots available. However, if you prefer to eat out, the pier is also home to The Ozone Bar and Grill.State ParksMustang Island State Park is a great place to get all your vacation fun rolled into one. With activities that include camping, swimming, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, surfing, beach going or bird watching, you can get it all here and much, much more. The park is over 3,900 acres and has over five miles of beach running along the Gulf of Mexico.AccommodationsLodging ranges from tent camping sites to four-star luxury hotels and anything in between. You can choose to be one with nature while you are here or be treated like royalty. No matter what you decide, you are bound to have a good time.Fine DiningFood lovers will delight in all the local fare Corpus Christi offers their palates. Savoring the local flavors is a must for those who love to try on new cuisines for size. From the casual dining experience to a wine list almost as large as the Corpus Christi phone book, there truly is a taste here for all to enjoy.MusicWith the weather enjoyably warm most of the year, there is good chance you will be in Corpus Christi during the time of one of their annual festivals, whether it be the Texas Jazz festival or a Latin festival, which is held at the Center for Hispanic arts, or perhaps even the Barnum and Bailey Circus. It truly doesn't matter what time of year you come to Corpus Christi, Texas, you are guaranteed to have an amazingly good ole' time.