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Biking

The biking trails are located in the 1,100 acre Calliham Unit of Choke Canyon State Park. The bike trails are relatively flat and easy. For a map of the trails, visit the park’s website.

Boating

Choke Canyon Reservoir covers 26,000 acres and is a water supply for nearby Corpus Christi. You can take off from the main boat launch in the Calliham Unit, but check the water level before you go to make sure the boat launch is open. Keep an eye out for alligators that live in the park!

Fishing

Fish abound in the Choke Canyon Reservoir in Choke Canyon State Park. Anglers looking to catch a largemouth bass or five should visit Choke Canyon Reservoir in the spring, fall, and winter, when the bass are most plentiful. Catfish are also popular here. A full list of available fish can be found here.

Hiking

The hiking trails are located in the Calliham Unit of Choke Canyon State Park. Take a quiet stroll along the reservoir, or take one of the guided bird walks that are offered by the park. For a map of the trails, visit this website.

Horseback riding

North Shore Equestrian & Camping Area offers 18 miles of trails for you and your horse to take in the rugged terrain of Choke Canyon State Park. The equestrian trails are only open on Saturdays and Sundays and require a minimum of eight riders for safety reasons, so plan ahead.

Paddling

If you don't own a boat, or want a close-up of the local fish, Choke Canyon Reservoir is the perfect place to give kayak fishing a try!

Swimming

Cool off after a game of volleyball or basketball in the Choke Canyon Reservoir in Choke Canyon State Park. Refuel after your swim and eat your picnic lunch in one of the park's air-conditioned shelters!

Wildlife watching

Bird watching is the most popular activity at Choke Canyon State Park. The park is part of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail, the nation's largest trail system for bird-watching. Bird watchers come to the park to catch a glimpse of Mexican bird species, like the Mexican eagle, that approach the northern limits of their range here.