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Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island
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Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark

Splash into more than a dozen water attractions, including slides, tube chutes, uphill water coasters, the Sand Castle water fun house and the Boogie Bahn surfing ride. The award-winning Rio Aventura links the tube-chutes and water-coasters with the park's beaches, so guests float between rides on water. Kids can enjoy Sand Castle Cove, a five-story water fun house. There's also a full-service restaurant plus a sports bar. Family amenities include free parking and free use of inner tubes. Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic basket and cooler into the park—no alcohol or glass containers. Call or check website for schedules. Admission charge. 33261 State Park Road 100. 956/772-SURF. www.schlitterbahn.com.

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33261 State Park Road 100
South Padre Island, Texas
78597
Phone: 956/772-SURF

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Housed in a building that was once headquarters of the giant Coleman-Fulton Pasture Co., the exhibits range from antique farm and ranch equipment to personal and household items of early settlers. The museum also contains valuable memorabilia from the Taft Ranch. Open 10 a.m.–noon and 1–4 p.m. Thu., and 2–5 p.m. Sun. 301 Green Ave. 361/528-2206.

City: Taft
Region: Gulf Coast

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