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Padre Island National Seashore encompasses 133,000 acres of America's vanishing barrier
islands. It is the longest remaining undeveloped barrier island in the world. White sand
beaches, interior grasslands, ephemeral ponds and the Laguna Madre provide habitat for
coyotes, waterfowl, reptiles and amphibians, nesting sea turtles, ground squirrels and
snakes. While providing food, water and shelter for a multitude of diverse wildlife, the
island remains a mecca for tourists. From sun bathing to wind surfing to fishing, the
island provides recreational opportunities for everyone needing to feel the wind in their
faces and the surf on their feet.
After exploring the other links on this page, be sure to click on the inDEPTH button for our expanded web pages. There you'll find additional information on subjects including FAQs, Camping, Traveling Down Island, Sea Turtles, Birding, Coyotes, Jellyfish, Wildflowers, Oil & Gas, and Beach Clean-ups.
Call our Hatchling Hotline at (361) 949-7163 for information on attending releases of baby sea turtles.
Go to the inDEPTH section to find out how to participate in organized events such as beach clean-ups and National Public Lands Day (Sept. 23, 2000) Desginations
September 28, 1962 - Established by Congress
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