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SPI Failure
Found today at the north end of the island about ¼ mile from the bay channel. It looked like someone had been beating on it with a sledgehammer. It still has a license plate.
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The Island End
If you’re wondering what the end of the island looks like, here it is. To reach it, you’ll have to drive north along the beach through some pretty rough terrain. Don’t get stuck like these people did! A channel to the inner bay was built separating the Padre Island into North & South. There some … Continue reading
Beach Access Fees
On the island, there’s a toll to access the public beaches and parks. If you’re going to be here for more than a few days, it’s best to purchase a 90 day or yearly pass. Usage Fees: 1 Day – $4.00 90 Days – $18.00 Yearly – $38.00 There’s an additional $5.00 RFID chip fee … Continue reading
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Live Coverage
The gear is packed and the trucks are rolling. SPI Life posting live from the island for Spring Break 2011.
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Red Bull Sound Clash
On Thursday March 17th 2011, Snoop Dogg will be on South Padre Island for the Red Bull Sound Clash at Schlitterbahn Water Park.
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Coca-Cola Beach
Open daily March 6 – 23, 2011 from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Coca-Cola Beach is the home of the largest spring break party on the island. It’s located behind the Isla Grand Resort. The ocean front stage features a 50,000 watt sound system.
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Motorcycles
Riding in the surf is awesome and South Padre Island is a great place for it. ATV’s are not allowed on the beach, but as long as they are street legal, motorcycles can access the 40 miles of water front on the norththern end of the island. The sand is slippery so make sure your … Continue reading
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Getting To The Island
View Larger Map South Padre Island is located at the bottom tip of Texas where the Rio Grande river meets the Gulf Of Mexico. From Brownsville take TX-48 straight to the island. From Corpus Christi, head south on US-77. If you’re coming from the Rio Grande Valley, go east on US-83. A couple miles after … Continue reading
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