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Nueces County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Mustang Island State Park
17047 State Hwy 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Five miles of undeveloped Texas barrier-island Gulf beach — drivable south of the state park, walk-on within the park boundaries. The town of Port Aransas is at the north tip of the island; Padre Island National Seashore is the long undeveloped island south of here.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
87°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Heat index values as high as 101. South southeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 82. Heat index values as high as 100. South southeast wind 16 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Weather
- 87°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
70 /100
great
65 Sunbathe
79 Walk
66 Fish
74 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
87°F
Clear and Windy
Wind
20 mph
SSE
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 12 PM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Water Quality
Clean
41 cfu/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 7mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (TXZ443)
The CRP office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- TXZ442 Kleberg Islands-Nueces Islands — Padre Island National Seashore, n/a
- TXZ345 Aransas Islands-Calhoun Islands — San Jose Island n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:44 AM
Sunset
9:25 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:49 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 7:45 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 2:08 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 6:19 PM | High | 0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:34 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:36 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 2:53 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:44 PM | High | 0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:07 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 7:39 AM | High | 0.6 ft |
| 3:40 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 7:29 AM | High | 0.7 ft |
| 4:29 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:57 AM | High | 0.8 ft |
| 5:17 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:06 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 6:04 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 6:46 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8775237, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
86°
Mostly Sunny
2%
74
86°
Sunny
0%
74
87°
Sunny
0%
77
87°
Sunny
0%
79
88°
Sunny
1%
79
87°
Sunny
2%
79
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen clear day + warm temps
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 20 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
11:40 PM - 12:40 AM
Major
5:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Minor
11:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Major
5:20 PM - 7:20 PM
Beach Info
Parking
State park lots; $7/adult day-use, children 12 and under free.
Dogs
Dogs allowed leashed year-round (not in swim areas or buildings).
Entry Fee
$7/adult Texas State Park entry; children 12 and under free.
Address
17047 State Hwy 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Mustang Island State Park today?
Mustang Island State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Mustang Island State Park dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed leashed year-round (not in swim areas or buildings).
Is there an entry fee at Mustang Island State Park?
$7/adult Texas State Park entry; children 12 and under free.
Are there lifeguards at Mustang Island State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Mustang Island State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Mustang Island State Park?
Amenities at Mustang Island State Park include restrooms, showers, campground (tent + RV), kayak launch.
When is the water warmest at Mustang Island State Park?
The Gulf of Mexico is bathwater-warm by mid-summer — 84-88°F is typical from July through September on the FL Gulf, TX coast, and AL/MS coast. Swimming comfortable from April through October on most of the Gulf.
Where is Mustang Island State Park located?
Mustang Island State Park is in Nueces County, TX, at 17047 State Hwy 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS