Open to anglers of all ages, it is the largest saltwater fishing tournament in Texas. Built and maintained by the world renowned Sons of the Beach Sand Castle Wizards, the sand castle changes with the seasons.įor years, the Texas International Fishing Tournament in August has taken pride in creating an atmosphere of friendly fishing competition and wholesome family fun. The South Padre Island Visitors Center is home to a large year-round sand castle. Located at the Iwo Jima Memorial Museum is the original 100 foot tall sculpture used in casting the famous bronzed Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington, VA., depicting the raising of the US flag over Iwo Jima. The Gladys Porter Zoo is a 31-acre preserve of lush tropical plants and some 1,800 animals known for its successes in breeding endangered species of wildlife. Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark on South Padre Island offers 26 acres of the latest and greatest in water attractions. Padre Island National Seashore, encompassing 130,434 acres, is the longest undeveloped stretch of barrier island in the world, and offers a wide variety of flora and fauna as well as recreation.

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