Prescribed burns are planned during the timeframe of November-April, depending on weather and other factors. Prescribed fire operations and associated smoke may impact your visit. Some camping areas, lodging facilities, trails, and day-use areas may be closed for public safety. Contact the park to learn how this may affect your stay.
Current Category: Day Passes
See also: Camping
Save the Day Passes
Many parks fill to capacity on weekends and holidays. Pre-purchase a day pass and guarantee your entry and parking. Day passes are:- Only valid for entry during the time slot you select. Once you enter, you may stay in the park for the rest of the day.
- Valid until 10 p.m., unless the park closes earlier.
- Available up to 1 month in advance.
- Not transferable to another person or park.
- Also sold at the park, if available.
Driving Directions
From Houston: Take Hwy 59 South to Victoria. Take Hwy 77 South to Corpus Christi. Take SH 358 East to Park Road 22 to Padre Island. Then North On SH 361 for 5 miles to the park. OR On Hwy 77 at Sinton, take Hwy 181 to Gregory. Take SH 361 to Port Aransas, then 13 miles South to the park.From San Antonio: Take I 37 South to Corpus Christi. Take SH 358 East to Park Road 22 to Padre Island. Then North on SH 361 for 5 miles to the park.
Texas State Parks is a division of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department