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Choke Canyon State Park
The highlight of this park is Choke Canyon Reservoir.
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Choke Canyon State Park Details
The highlight of this park is Choke Canyon Reservoir. With two separate park units, the park covers over 25,000 acres. The reservoir is the primary water source for Corpus Christi Visitors enjoy the swimming beach, fishing for largemouth bass and catfish, or birding for the many species which use the reservoir as a migratory stopover. This is such a special place for birding that it is part of the Brush Country Loop of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail. If you're lucky, you may even see a crested caracara (Mexican eagle). The park is also home to the westernmost occurrence of the American alligator. Numerous campsites are available for overnight camping. Entrance Fees - Adult: $5 Daily - Child 12 Years and Under: Free Reservations are available [online] (https://texasstateparks.reserveamerica.com/choke-canyon-state-park/r/facilityDetails.do?contractCode=TX&parkId=1200032&_ga=2.25846653.1505092049.1617645325-917412064.1616861417) or by calling (512) 389-8900
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