We did not swim although the weather allowed it. This is still very nice place to visit. We paid $10 and the permit was good for 7 days. If you like to swim, you will certain like this beach.

We did not swim although the weather allowed it. This is still very nice place to visit. We paid $10 and the permit was good for 7 days. If you like to swim, you will certain like this beach.
We first brought our Ohio grand daughters here five years ago. We came back with my wife's sister and husband. It was a day of gale force winds, but totally delightful. It's amazing to have so much natural beauty so accessible and so close to Corpus Christi. Excellent bird watching and a fun drive along the surf.
We drove down the beach for over 40 miles one way, definitely recommend a 4x4 though, and the beach was nice.
This is a great place to visit. There is a lot of shoreline and great views. If you love the ocean environment this is the perfect place.
There are not many areas you can drive if you have a car low to the ground. Your car will get stuck in the sand. Plan ahead.
However, the camping is great because...
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relaxing and great windsurfing. liked that felt like you were on own island at times. not very crowded in most parts.
Whilst there was a very cold wind during our ride the weather improved and some of the views were exceptional as was the wild life en route. We also took the free ferry connecting the roads which was a fun experience. Well worth a visit.
Went for first time and fell in love. Drove out and parked on beach. Only one other car out here. Walked for hours and it was the most relaxing, peaceful time I have enjoyed in years.
We are spoiled by our miles and miles of local beaches,
here in Corpus Christi, Texas. Because we have so many
miles of it, they become difficult to maintain by the city.
For this reason, I have given it 3 stars. There are parts of
the beach that are free to park on, and other parts are not.
This can...
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The park is very large so you can get away from everyone if you want to. The only downside is that fact that it is left natural which means that there could be a lot of seaweed on the beach. Other than that, if you want solitude and a great sunbathing experience, this is the place to go.
Went twice...once on a cloudy, rainy day & another on a sunny day. Enjoyed a ranger talk on the "stuff" that floats in from the gulf...nuts, fruits, shells, animal skeletons, etc...some from as far away as Cuba, Central and South America. The exhibits in their learning center were very informative and worth some time to review.
We walked the beach...
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