The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need including all new appliances, dishes, pots and pans. Beach chairs, beach toys, a cooler and more are provided.
#CORPUS CHRISTI WHITECAP BEACH FULL SIZE#
It offers a king bed and one pullout full size couch, sleeping 4 guests. The one bedroom, one bath vacation condo is just a block from the beautiful Whitecap Beach. This newly remodeled condo is a perfect Padre Island destination any time of year. Padre Island National Seashore (3 miles).Nearby rooms and properties from .Īdditionally, there's a number of beaches near Malaquite Beach which you can visit:.Chose your preferred accomodation type and your favourite room provider: If you're considering staying for one or even a few nights, there are plenty of options available near the beach. If you’re an animal lover or you have kids with you, you should go to the dunes – there’s a good chance to find small mammals and crabs. There are many seagulls, pelicans, and other sea birds flying around (note that seagulls may try to steal your food if you decide to have a picnic). The beach is beautiful, good for long unhurried walks, either barefoot on the velvety sand or with feet in the warm and clear water. If you’re looking for a calm swimming spot, there are natural wave-pools for toddlers and a nice saltwater lake, which is a few miles down. Nevertheless, note that there are no lifeguards and the surf gets very strong from time to time, so be careful. In contrast to Galveston beaches, the water is really clear and much more pleasant to take a dip. Malaquite Beach is long and flat, with sugary-soft clean sand without too many shells – nice for walking barefoot, or building castles, or lying relaxed in the sun. If you’re okay with snacks instead of a bigger meal, you can make use of the vending machines at the visitor center, which is an acceptable option once you feel the need to take the edge off your hunger. There are no restaurants or stores around, so you should take any food and drinks you may need with you – the shaded picnic tables are a convenient spot for having lunch outdoors. For driving on the sand, a 4WD vehicle is recommended.
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If you have a motorhome, you may drive directly on the beach to find a nice secluded spot near the water. The visitor center offers a good and spacious parking lot, located within a short walk from the shoreline. The entrance fee is $10 per car they also accept National Park passes. The beach is easy to reach nevertheless, it may take you one hour to drive here from Corpus Christi, depending on the traffic intensity. A truly enjoyable place! Access and Parking
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Camping on the shore is also possible – with picnics in the fresh air and sleeping to the sound of waves. The beach is dog-friendly, so you’re welcome to take your pet as well and have a great time all together in a relaxing and picturesque natural setting. There aren’t too many visitors, and many of them are families with little kids. Malaquite Beach is calm and quite secluded – a really nice place for camping and family beach going. Moreover, the center carries out educational lessons and the turtle release program, which is a remarkable event for nature lovers and any curious visitors (check their online schedule in advance). It’s about a 40-minute drive from Corpus Christi with no traffic and is definitely worth it! It’s one of the best ‘wild’ beaches in the area with soft sand and clear water, adjacent to a well-maintained visitor center with helpful staff and clean and neat restrooms, changing areas, showers, snack machines, and a gift shop. Malaquite Beach is located on Padre Island right near the visitor center for Padre Island National Seashore.