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In the state of Texas, Portland is a city in San Patricio and Nueces counties. A 640-acre original town site of Portland was bought by John G. Willacy in 1890 and was sold to Portland (Maine) Harbor & Improvement Co. in 1890. 1, 280 acres of land east and northeast of the 640-acre land was bought by the New England Land & New England R. E. Company. These companies have most of their stockholders from Portland, Maine and named this city in honor of their hometown, thus the city of Portl...
On the Gulf Coast, Portland is located on the second highest bluff overlooking both Corpus Christi Bays and Nueces. Portland was called the "Gem City of the Gulf" because of its natural wildlife and terrains that offers vast of recreational activities and sports for residents and tourists alike. The city was said to be the most pleasant and attractive place in Texas overlooking 150 square miles of ocean and fronted the deepest waters in Corpus Christi Bay. Portland, particularly fortunate with its mild climate and bay breezes, is a summer and winter resort that serves as great attraction to sportsmen with the numerous water sports. Its location on two bays provides excellent sailing, boating, swimming, kite surfing and some of its lake parks are the dock and wade-fisherman's first choice for an excellent fishing experience. Nature study, bird watching, food and drinks are abundantly available around the area. Portland is accessible by the following two major highways: the Texas highway 35 and the U.S. Highway 181. This made way for the city to become a home to a diversified workforce serving businesses and Coastal Bend Industries. View Portland City Guide