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Mustang Island State Park is a 3,954-acre state park that is named for the wild mustangs that frequented the island during the 19th century.
The park showcases more than 5 miles of pristine beachfront and offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including swimming, surfing, hiking, and mountain biking.
Kayakers may explore the Mustang Island State Park Paddling Trail, which incorporates more than 20 miles of trails along the Corpus Christi Bay shoreline and offers some of the state’s best opportunities for shallow-water fishing.
Birdwatching is also popular on the island, which is home to more than 400 unique bird species. There are 48 fully equipped campsites available for visitor use, along with more than 300 primitive drive-up sites.
17047 State Highway 361, Port Aransas, TX 78373, Phone: 361-749-5246
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