Padre Island National Seashore

Padre Island National Seashore consists of more than 60 miles of undeveloped dunes, grasslands and pristine, natural, sandy beaches. PINS, as called by the locals, is the longest stretch of undeveloped barrier island in the world! Home to the nesting Kemps ridley sea turtles each spring and summer; this beach represents Mother Nature at her best! Perfect for nature enthusiasts, water sport fanatics and families, PINS is a national treasure.