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Kleberg County, TX · Gulf of Mexico
Padre Island National Seashore
20420 Park Rd 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
70 miles of undeveloped barrier-island Gulf coast — the longest undeveloped stretch of barrier-island beach in the world. Kemp's ridley sea turtle nesting site (the public hatchling release is a summer event), 4WD beach for 60 of those miles, and a dark-sky designation. Wild Texas at its wildest.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
85°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 85. South southeast wind 14 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 81. South southeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.
Weather
- 85°F air — ideal beach weather
- 20 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
75 /100
great
69 Sunbathe
81 Walk
74 Fish
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
85°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
14 to 20 mph
SSE
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
86°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
7:24 PM
-0.3 ft · in 4.6h
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:36 AM
Sunset
9:27 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:40 AM | High | 0.9 ft |
| 7:24 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
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What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 14 to 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.
Major
9:40 PM - 11:40 PM
Minor
3:40 AM - 4:40 AM
Major
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Minor
5:40 PM - 6:40 PM
Beach Info
Parking
NPS lot at Malaquite Beach; 4WD access required for the South Beach area.
Dogs
Leashed dogs (max 6 ft) allowed year-round, including on driving beaches. Prohibited at the Malaquite Pavilion, boardwalk, and adjacent beach in front of the Pavilion year-round (not seasonal).
Entry Fee
$25/vehicle 7-day pass; $15/individual; $45/annual.
Address
20420 Park Rd 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Padre Island National Seashore.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Padre Island National Seashore from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Padre Island National Seashore dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs (max 6 ft) allowed year-round, including on driving beaches. Prohibited at the Malaquite Pavilion, boardwalk, and adjacent beach in front of the Pavilion year-round (not seasonal).
Is there an entry fee at Padre Island National Seashore?
$25/vehicle 7-day pass; $15/individual; $45/annual.
Are there lifeguards at Padre Island National Seashore?
No lifeguards are stationed at Padre Island National Seashore. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Padre Island National Seashore?
Amenities at Padre Island National Seashore include restrooms, showers, campground, visitor center, sea turtle program.
When is the water warmest at Padre Island National Seashore?
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 Padre Island National Seashore located?
Padre Island National Seashore is in Kleberg County, TX, at 20420 Park Rd 22, Corpus Christi, TX 78418.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS