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Port Aransas, Texas

LIFE MOVES AT A SLOWER PACE HERE. YOU'RE ON ISLAND TIME.

We love Port Aransas, and we’re so excited to welcome you. Friendly reminders and helpful tips to help you enjoy your time visiting our island home safely and responsibly. Learn how to do things the “Port A Way” so together we can help Port Aransas maintain its charm and beauty for generations to come!

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Port A Stories

    Holidays & Happenings

    Birding Tours in Port Aransas

    • 6 min read

    Take Flight in Port Aransas, Texas Nestled along the Texas Gulf Coast, Port Aransas sits directly under the path of the Central Flyway, making it a prime stopover for migrating birds every spring and fall. But that’s not…

    Beach Tips

    Dog-Friendly Beaches in Port Aransas

    • 3 min read

    The Pawfect Destination for Pets and Their People Port Aransas isn’t just a getaway for anglers and beach lovers; it’s also one of the most pet-friendly destinations on the Texas Gulf Coast. With 18 miles of sandy…

    Dog-Friendly Beaches in Port Aransas
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    Jellyfish in Port Aransas

    • 4 min read

    A Coastal Guide to Jellyfish Encounters Port Aransas’ sandy beaches and warm Gulf waters draw visitors year-round. Like any healthy marine environment, the Gulf occasionally brings in jellyfish; these fascinating creatures…

    Jellyfish in Port Aransas
    General

    Winter Texans in Port Aransas

    • 5 min read

    Welcome to Port Aransas, your home away from home for the winter! Each winter, retirees and snowbirds head to Port Aransas for good reason. With milder coastal temperatures, lighter crowds, and a warm, welcoming community, Port A…

    Winter Texans in Port Aransas
    Holidays & Happenings

    Birding Tours in Port Aransas

    • 6 min read

    Take Flight in Port Aransas, Texas Nestled along the Texas Gulf Coast, Port Aransas sits directly under the path of the Central Flyway, making it a prime stopover for migrating birds every spring and fall. But that’s not…

    Holidays & Happenings

    Beachtober

    • 3 min read

    Fall info fun on the island! Fall in Port Aransas means warm water, shorter wait times, and miles of wide open beaches. This season is a tried-and-true visitor favorite time of the year, when generations of Texans take loved ones…

    Beachtober
    Holidays & Happenings

    FALLing for Port Aransas

    • 4 min read

    Happy Fall, Y'all Fall hits differently on an island. In Port A, it’s downright "gourd-geous" cool Gulf breezes, golden light, and beach days that don’t clock out when the calendar flips. While other…

    FALLing for Port Aransas
    Fishing

    Texas Women Anglers Tournament

    • 2 min read

    Fabulous, Fun Fishing for a Cause Tournament Schedule and History The Texas Women Anglers Tournament, also known as “TWAT,” was founded in the 1980s in Port Aransas and has continued to grow ever since. This…

    Texas Women Anglers Tournament
    Beach Tips

    Dog-Friendly Beaches in Port Aransas

    • 3 min read

    The Pawfect Destination for Pets and Their People Port Aransas isn’t just a getaway for anglers and beach lovers; it’s also one of the most pet-friendly destinations on the Texas Gulf Coast. With 18 miles of sandy…

    General

    Jellyfish in Port Aransas

    • 4 min read

    A Coastal Guide to Jellyfish Encounters Port Aransas’ sandy beaches and warm Gulf waters draw visitors year-round. Like any healthy marine environment, the Gulf occasionally brings in jellyfish; these fascinating creatures…

    Jellyfish in Port Aransas
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    San José Island

    • 4 min read

    You don't have to get lost to find the wild! Just across the ship channel from Port Aransas, San José Island—“St. Jo” to locals—offers the wild side of island time: a privately owned…

    San José Island
    Beach Tips

    The Only Way to Read Books at the Beach

    • 3 min read

    Milkshake Book Club Sun-warmed sand beneath your toes, salty Gulf breezes flipping the pages for you, and the soundtrack of rolling surf—Port Aransas was practically made for losing yourself in a good book. If anyone can…

    The Only Way to Read Books at the Beach
    Family Friendly

    10 "Staycation" Activities in Port A

    • 8 min read

    Vacay doesn't have to be far away! Looking for a getaway without the hassle of getting away? From Corpus, Port Aransas is your easiest “pack-a-bag-after-work” escape—just a quick cruise down highway 361…

    Family Friendly

    July Fourth on the Island

    • 1 min read

    Celebrate July Fourth on the Island! Celebrate the Fourth of July in true island style with a getaway to Port Aransas! Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable holiday filled with sun, sea, and festive fun. From scenic…

    July Fourth on the Island
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    Father's Day in Port Aransas

    • 5 min read

    Spend The Day With Dad On The Coast! Give your dad a day he won't forget when you bring him to Port A for Father's Day. Enjoy a day fishing in the bay or charter an offshore trip and explore the high sea. Your dad will…

    Father's Day in Port Aransas
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    Cruise the Day Away

    • 4 min read

    Boat Your Way Through Port A Port Aransas offers a variety of boat cruises for whatever you are interested in, from dolphin watching and sunset tours to pirate-themed adventures and private charters. Here's a guide to some of…

    Cruise the Day Away

    Things To Do

    You'll have no shortage of good times and are sure to discover why this island is ranked one of the top 25 best beaches in the U.S. and as one of the South's best beach towns.

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    Shopping

    Shopping

    Turtles

    Nature & Birding

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    Family Fun

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    Golf

    Port Aransas Beaches

    Mustang Island

    Explore the unique beach community voted one of the top 10 beaches in Texas

    Mustang Island boasts 18 miles of beautiful, largely undisturbed Texas coastline. Visitors can drive right up to the water and barbecue, play horseshoes, camp out, or just enjoy the cool ocean breeze.

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    pier couple

    San Jose Island

    A Forgotten Island Treasure

    San José Island, known affectionately as St. Jo's, is privately owned. Historically a ranch, today the island is managed principally for wildlife. Access is permitted only on public land, meaning that…

    San Jose Island
    San Jose Island

    I.B. Magee Beach

    Located just on the other side of the rolling sand dunes that stretch along the small town of Port A is I.B. Magee Beach. Rent a golf cart, cruise the beach in your vehicle, or take a stroll on the…

    Horace Caldwell Pier
    Horace Caldwell Pier

    Padre Island National Seashore

    This scenic national park, found at the end of Park Road 22 on North Padre Island, is a nature enthusiast’s paradise. The site for camping among the coastal wildlife and catching hatchling releases…

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    Port A Featured Events

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    Visit A Certified Music Community

    Port Aransas has been granted the designation of "Music Friendly Community" by the Texas Music Office. The Music Friendly Community program seeks to foster music industry development in Texas cities and communities that are serious about attracting and developing local music industry growth.

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    Salty Stories

    The island town of Port Aransas has a personality all its own. Meet some of the people who continue to make Port Aransas more than a beach destination. This is their island, and these are their Salty Stories.

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