Malaquite Campground
Open year-round on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations accepted. Self-register at the kiosk upon arrival. Maximum consecutive stay is 14 nights.
Rip Current Statement issued October 10 at 12:54PM CDT until October 11 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Aransas Islands, Kleberg Islands, Nueces Islands and Calhoun Islands Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 AM CDT Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the most experienced swimmers away from shore into deeper water. These rip currents can become life-threatening to anyone entering the surf.
Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 10 at 12:54PM CDT until October 12 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Corpus Christi TX
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding. For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Aransas Islands, Kleberg Islands, Nueces Islands and Calhoun Islands Counties. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 AM CDT Monday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even the most experienced swimmers away from shore into deeper water. These rip currents can become life-threatening to anyone entering the surf.
About
Malaquite Campground is the primary developed campground at Padre Island National Seashore, located 3.2 miles south of the park entrance and just north of the Malaquite Visitor Center. The campground sits between vegetated dunes with easy access to the Gulf beach. Campers with a paid site can also pitch a tent on the beach directly in front of the campground. The 48 sites include 24 paved sites backing up to the dunes and 24 sites on gravel and grass, six of which are designated tent-only with parking across the road. Sites measure 40 feet long by 18 feet wide. Each site has a picnic table, and some include charcoal grills and shade structures. Amenities include year-round flush restrooms, free cold-water showers, potable water, and a dump station on the road into the campground. The Park Store near the visitor center sells ice, snacks, and supplies. Ground campfires are permitted on the open sand beach east of the dunes where flames cannot threaten vegetation. Pets are allowed but must be leashed within six feet at all times. Sites #12 and #13 are designated accessible with unobstructed Gulf views, located near accessible restrooms and showers. The maximum consecutive stay is 14 nights, after which campers must leave for at least 14 nights before returning.
Directions
From the park entrance station, travel south along Park Road 22 for 3.2 miles. Turn left into the campground at the road sign. The campground is approximately 0.5 miles north of the Malaquite Visitor Center.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | Yes |
| Price | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 40ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 40ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| pais_visitor_center@nps.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (361) 949-8068 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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