The Island End

The Beach End of South Padre Island

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!

The Beach End of South Padre Island

A channel to the inner bay was built separating the Padre Island into North & South. There some giant riprap boulders there and it’s also a good fishing spot.

The Beach End of South Padre Island

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Beach Access Fees

Andy Bowie Park Office

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 with the extended passes. The chip automatically opens park gates.

Extended access passes can be acquired at 2 park offices. On the south end of the island, the Isla Blanca Park office is to the right coming off the causeway. The Andy Bowie Park office is on the north end of town across from the convention center.

Isla Blanca County Park Office

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