Malaquite Visitor Center – Padre Island National Seashore

The seashore is located southeast of Corpus Christi, Texas. To get there, visitors should head east through the city on South Padre Island Drive (Highway 358). After crossing the JFK Causeway and the bridge onto Padre Island, continue about 10 miles south on Park Road 22. It's important to note that our park is on North Padre Island, not South Padre Island. South Padre Island is approximately another three hours south via Highway 77. There is an entry fee of $10.00 per vehicle for 7 days, or $20.00 per vehicle for one year. Water is available at the park.