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May 30, 2024 · Protecting sixty-six miles of wild coastline along the Gulf of Mexico, the narrow barrier island is home to one of the last intact coastal prairie habitats in the United States. Along the hypersaline Laguna Madre, unique tidal mud flats teem with life.
May 19, 2024 · Use the NPS Trip Planner to help plan for your trip and avoid common mistakes. Make your fun adventure a safe one too!
Dec 11, 2023 · Plan ultimate trip to Padre Island National Seashore on the Texas Gulf Coast to enjoy beach camping, marine life, and kayaking.
Padre Island National Seashore is located on Padre Island, the largest of the Texas barrier islands and the world's longest barrier island. The island is located along Texas's southern coast of the Gulf of Mexico and is noted for its white sandy beaches.
Apr 6, 2024 · General Camping Information. Camping in the park is open year-round. However, primitive beach camping may close temporarily due to hazardous conditions such as coastal flooding. Check the weather report and tide chart before your visit.
Feb 21, 2024 · Driving Down Island. Explore some of the more remote areas of the park by driving down the beach. 4-wheel drive is always recommended.
Mar 10, 2021 · Located on North Padre Island, Padre Island National Seashore is a relatively peaceful oasis, teeming with wildlife and natural beauty, that separates the Gulf of Mexico from the Laguna Madre. And, blessedly, there are no bars, clubs, or souvenir shops in sight.
Oct 31, 2023 · Padre Island National Seashore, encompassing 130,434 acres, is the longest remaining undeveloped stretch of barrier island in the world, and offers a wide variety of flora, fauna, and recreation.
Jan 7, 2024 · Three distinct areas make up the national seashore: the Laguna Madre, Grasslands, and Gulf of Mexico. Each area has several places for you to explore and discover.
A 15-minute drive from downtown Corpus Christi transports you to this magnificent 70-mile stretch of white sand beach, scenic dunes and warm ocean water, offering ideal conditions for swimming, fishing, beach-combing, windsurfing, camping, bird-watching and viewing wildlife. Meets animal welfare guidelines.
