Tourist, boaters, and anglers gather to enjoy mile long swimming beach. Fulton settled in 1866 and was named for James C. Fulton, who built a feudal castle four miles north of Rockport. Chamber of Commerce office at 404 Broadway St. in Rockport has information for local events, accommodations, dining and points of interest. Administered by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a refuge for protection and management of various species of wildlife inhabiting this coastal area. Other inhabitants include the white-tailed deer, javelinas, and raccoon.
Refuge is open daylight hours.
Wildlife Interpretive Center features mounted specimens, slide show on whopping crates, and literature. Open daily fro 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. F.M. 774 East, and F.M. 2040 south. One of the best ways to view the wildlife, especially whoopers, is from boats in the intracoastal canal. A great place to picnic.