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Padre Island National SeashoreTheme(s): Hispanic American | |
Description:
Padre Island National Seashore encompasses 133,000 acres of America's vanishing barrier
islands. It is the longest remaining undeveloped barrier island in the world. White sand
beaches, interior grasslands, ephemeral ponds and the Laguna Madre provide habitat for
coyotes, waterfowl, reptiles and amphibians, nesting sea turtles, ground squirrels and
snakes. While providing food, water and shelter for a multitude of diverse wildlife, the
island remains a mecca for tourists. From sun bathing to wind surfing to fishing, the
island provides recreational opportunities for everyone needing to feel the wind in their
faces and the surf on their feet.
After exploring the other links on this page, be sure to click on the inDEPTH button for our expanded web pages. There you'll find additional information on subjects including FAQs, Camping, Traveling Down Island, Sea Turtles, Birding, Coyotes, Jellyfish, Wildflowers, Oil & Gas, and Beach Clean-ups.
Call our Hatchling Hotline at (361) 949-7163 for information on attending releases of baby sea turtles.
Go to the inDEPTH section to find out how to participate in organized events such as beach clean-ups and National Public Lands Day (Sept. 23, 2000)
Designations:
Established by Congress (September 28, 1962)
Accessibility:
The Malaquite Beach Visitor Center is fully accessible. There are graded ramps to the exhibit area as well as accessible restroom facilities. Two wheelchairs, specially designed for use in the soft sand of the beach, are available free of charge. An elevator is available for access to the main observation deck. A video on the sea turtle program is closed captioned in either Spanish or English.
Getting Around:
There is no public or commercial transportation within the park.
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Boating | Camping | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Swimming | Wildlife Viewing | Backpacking | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Stargazing | Snorkeling | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | CampGrounds | Picnic Areas | Groceries or Supplies | Comfort Stations | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Nature: Endangered Animals | And more.
Directions to Padre Island National Seashore
Plane:
The nearest major airport is Corpus Christi International Airport.
Car:
The seashore is located southeast of the city of Corpus Christi, Texas. Visitors to Corpus Christi should head East through the city on South Padre Island Drive (Highway 358). After crossing the JFK Causeway and the bridge onto Padre Island, continue about 10 miles south on Park Road 22.
Public Transportation
There is no regularly scheduled public or commercial transportation to the park.
Attractions:
San Antonio Missions National Historic Park
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historic Site
Texas State Aquarium
Phone:1-800-477-4853
USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier
Hans Suter Wildlife Park
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Contact Information for Padre Island National Seashore
P.O. Box 181300
Corpus Christi, TX
78480-1300
Phone: 361-949-8068
Fax: 361-949-8023
Located near Corpus Christi, TX
For more information on Padre Island National Seashore
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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