Padre Island Tourism

Padre Island is a thin strip of land in Texas between the Laguna Madre and the Gulf of Mexico. The island is best known for resorts, parks and other attractions in tourist-friendly South Padre Island.

Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark

Padre Island visitors enjoy water rides like the Boogie Bahn surf experience, the Gale Force coaster and the Rio Beach wave pool when heading to Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark.

The Pelican Services

The Pelican Services operates charter boat trips into the Gulf of Mexico from South Padre Island. This company runs offshore fishing and nature watching trips throughout the year.

Isla Tours

Isla Tours in South Padre Island is known for its Dolphin Watch cruises, which take passengers into the nearby waters to view cranes and dolphins.

Ruff Rider Regatta

The Ruff Rider Regatta is a catamaran race held off the coast of Padre Island every Labor Day weekend that draws dozens of racing teams.

Padre Island National Seashore

The Padre Island National Seashore protects 70 miles of pristine beaches, green spaces and coastal waters for visitors interested in learning more about the world's longest barrier island.

References

• South Padre Island Convention and Visitors Bureau
• Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark
• The Pelican Services

Resources

• Padre Island National Seashore
• Isla Tours
• Ruff Rider Regatta