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Padre Island National Seashore

On Gulf of Mexico (to east) and Laguna Madre (to west). RV or tent camping sites at Malaquite Campground, Bird Island Basin Campground and Windsurfing Area, and North and South Beach. Tent camping only at Yarborough Pass on South Beach. All camping primitive; no electric hookups or water. Limit 14 days, min 48 hours between stays after 14 days, max 56 calendar days per year. All camping first-come, first-served; permit required. Dump station, water fill-up station, flush toilets, cold water rinse showers at Malaquite Campground. Fishing (boat or surf), swimming, boat ramp, interpretive programs, nature trail birding driving tour and star parties (seasonal), kayaking, windsurfing. (20420 Park Road 22, Corpus Christi 78480, 361/949-8068. www.nps.gov/pais/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm.)

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Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Campgrounds

Texas might be the Lone Star State, but you'll see thousands of stars under that big, open sky. Enjoy everything from white-water rapids to mountain climbing at our public and private campgrounds. Check it out!

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Podcast Walking Tours

The best way to explore Texas is to go where the locals go. And we’ll tell you exactly where that is. Just download our podcast walking tours, head out on foot and listen. It’s a genuine Texas experience, one step at a time.

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Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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20420 Park RD 22
Corpus Christi, Texas
78480
Phone: 361/949-8068

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Featured Attraction

The complex includes Reliant Stadium; Reliant Astrodome, the world's first air-conditioned domed stadium; Reliant Hall (formerly known as Astrohall), one of the world's largest exhibition centers; Reliant Center; and Reliant Arena (formerly known as Astroarena). Reliant Stadium is home to the NFL's Houston Texans. The Texans play their home games Aug.–Dec. in this 69,500-seat stadium that features a retractable roof and natural grass field. It also is home to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Parking and admission charges. Kirby Drive at Loop 610 South. Tour information: 713/799-9544 ; or write PO Box 288, Houston 77001-0288. 713/336-7700.

City: Houston
Region: Gulf Coast

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Popular Attractions

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains

Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods

Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast

Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country

Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country

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