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Sea Turtle Inc
The South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center
Padre Island National Seashore
Southern Wave Sailing Charters of South Padre Island
Isla Blanca Park
Laguna Madre Nature Trail
Beach Park At Isla Blanca
South Padre Island Adventure Park
Coastal Studies Laboratory
Sand Castle Lessons
Isla Tours
The Original Dolphin Watch
Wyland Whaling Wall Number 53
Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier
Andy Bowie County Park
Crystal Flats Guide Service
Sea Ranch Restaurant-Bar
- South Padre Island is nestled on the Gulf of Mexico, near Brownsville, at the southeastern-most tip of Texas.
- Because the island is only half a mile wide, you can see beaches from nearly any vantage point on the island.
- There are ecological tours, dolphin sightings, and peaceful walks along the sand.
- South Padre Island is a choice destination for honeymooners, couples looking to eat out and relax, and families ready for adventure.
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