Padre Island Entrance Station

Entering Padre Island National Seashore on a quiet spring day.

NPS Photo/ Kelly Taylor

Quick Facts

Location:

Padre Island National Seashore

Amenities

4 listed

Entrance Passes for Sale, Information, Information - Maps Available, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present

Park Fees

Entrance fees are required to enter Padre Island National Seashore. You can purchase your entrance fee at the entrance station as you enter the park or save time and purchase your pass online on Recreation.gov. Learn more about fees and passes in the park. 

Hours

Park Hours: The park is open 24-hours a day. 
Entrance Station: Hours vary.
Malaquite Visitor Center: Open daily, 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Current Conditions

To ensure you have an enjoyable visit to the national seashore, check the alerts and contitions in the park.