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Padre Island National Seashore A clear, warm September day on Malaquite Beach
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Welcome to Padre Island National Seashore!

Located along the south Texas coast, Padre Island National Seashore protects the longest undeveloped stretch of barrier island in the world. Here, you can enjoy 70 miles of sandy beaches.

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Plan Your Visit

To maximize the quality of your visit, it is always best to plan ahead. Click the link below to learn how to plan a wonderful and memorable trip to Padre Island National Seashore.


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Sea Turtle Nesting Season Has Begun!

Click here to learn about sea turtles, the sea turtle recovery program, and seasonal hatchling releases at Padre Island National Seashore.


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Explore the Birds of the World at Padre Island

Located on the Central Flyway, a major bird migration route, Padre Island National Seashore is reknowned for its birdwatching opportunities. Follow this link to explore the incredible diversity of birds that depend upon Padre Island for their survival.


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Write to

Malaquite Visitor Center
PO Box 181300
Corpus Christi, TX 78480-1300

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Phone

Visitor Information
(361) 949-8068

Fax

(361) 949-9951

Climate

During the summer, daytime temperatures on the island are usually in the mid-90s (Fahrenheit), with humid conditions.  During the winter, highs are usually between 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit, but can occasionally drop into the upper 30s.  The wintertime climate is typically dry, though most of the year's rainfall occurs in the winter.  Average windspeed throughout the year ranges from 5 to 25 miles per hour.
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Beach wheelchairs are available for loan, but must be returned by the Visitor Center's closing time.

Did You Know?
Padre Island National Seashore has one wheelchair designed for use on loose sand available for loan at no charge?  Users must leave a driver's license or their personal wheelchair at the information desk while the beach wheelchair is on loan.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2010 at 12:17 EST