![]() Padre Island has particularly varied bird life. It is shorter and narrower, but the far southern end is a bustling center for recreation and leisure, with many hotels and bars, famous amongst other reasons for being a major spring break destination. South Padre Island (not part of the national seashore) is rather different in character. Along the main road is a large visitor center complex, with a developed campground, a 0.7 mile nature trail and a nearby boat launch ramp (on the west side of the island). The road starts off as I-358 through Corpus Christi, becomes P22 across the John F Kennedy Causeway onto the island, through North Padre Island village - a few miles of typical beachfront town with holiday homes, hotels and sea-related businesses, then past several miles of empty dunes across the NPS boundary, finally ending directly on the beach a few miles later (see map). The north is the main island this is the area protected as a National Seashore and it is more easily reached - the first 10 miles by a paved road or a hard pressed track on the beach, the remainder by 4WD vehicle only. The declining number of nesting on the beaches is a proof to that.Beyond is quite empty and often inaccessible due to shifting sand and occasional submerging of narrow sections. Further, the climate change in these parts added to the barriers and rings made for rigging is taking its toll on natural life. Microscopic algae, namely Kareniabrevis, are producing toxins causing high red tide concentrations in the seawater that has proved fatal for birds and fishes. Padre Island's tourists are given ranger talks in order to raise greater awareness, but much damage has already been caused by humans. Due to oil rigging, various concerns are continuously being raised regarding the integrity of the area's habitats. The Padre Island National Seashore is under threat from the humans that visit it and carry out commercial enterprises nearby far more than they are from it. Summer and winter also bring in a lot more of birds to the island. But before you go hiking to spot a Brown pelican, Mottled Duck, White-tailed Hawk and Reddish Egrets are found all through the year. Just a walk along the Grasslands nature trail could prove to be lucky for you and if you are carrying your camera or binoculars, you shall spot everything from over five species of turtles that choose to lay eggs on the beaches of the Padre Island to kangaroos, to even coyotes. HabitatĪ myriad of various groups of animals and birds co-exist here in Padre Island. From kayaking to fishing by yourself to camping on the white sands of Malaquite campgrounds, you shall soak yourself in the many interests that dot this island. This place has a little bit for everyone. You can occasionally spot a coyote, a kangaroo, and the most endangered Kemp’s Ridley turtles that may have just hatched. A tourist can see the best of these beaches and bear witness to the area's wildlife in their most natural habitats. ![]() The Grasslands Nature Trail will take you along the scenic marshlands that are home to a variety of critters, from baby turtles to and even birds. Padre Island is known for its vibrant natural environs and wildlife. PAIS also draws hundreds and thousands of wildlife and nature photographers every year. Ten miles south on the road you shall be entering the park of Padre Island National Seashore. On crossing the JFK Causeway, you shall reach Padre Island and then you shall be taking the Park Road 22. Likewise, you shall be able to drive east on Highway 358 via the city of Corpus Christi. You shall be able to drive down forty-three miles to reach Padre Island National Seashore. The nearest airport is the Corpus Christi International Airport. The afternoons and the evening breezes reduce the temperature. Padre Island has long hot summers and short spans of winter. The serene park is open for camping and has its share of dunes, palm lined beach, wind tidal flats and lush dense vegetation. This National Seashore is 70 miles long and just as much as four miles into the park is open for vehicle traffic. It is situated between the Gulf of Mexico and the Laguna Madre close to the city Corpus Christi. ![]() To the north of Padre Island is the Padre Island National Seashore, or PAIS. Located a short distance off of the coast of South Texas is Padre Island. Padre Island National Seashore, Texas - Unique Places around the World Birdwatching, such as that of the Great Blue Herons commonly seen on its sand dunes, is one of the biggest natural draws to Padre Island National Seashore. ![]()
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