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Situated near the north end of North Padre Island, Malaquite Beach is made up of roughly 4-5 miles of uninterrupted white sand.

  • The beach is rarely crowded, and popular activities here include kayaking and windsurfing.
  • The nearby visitor center features displays on local history and wildlife, and it also offers a gift store and a snack shop.
  • Various activities and events are held at the Malaquite Beach Pavilion, including guided evening stargazing tours and annual turtle releases.
  • The Malaquite Campground offers approximately 45 semi-primitive campsites and can accommodate tent and car campers only. Camping is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Map

Malaquite Beach is 45 minutes from Corpus Christi.


Malaquite Beach, North Padre Island, Texas
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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