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June 2024 by Rendi Millson
This place was really cool. Drove from Dallas and came for the week to enjoy the beach. This happened to be right across the street from the hotel we were staying at. This place did not fail. Once you pay for your ticket you have an option to buy tortoise food and alligator food. Unfortunately when we were there they were not feeding alligators but I paid the $5 to feed the tortoise and it did not disappoint. Probably the highlight of my trip there. Seeing all the different birds migrate to one spot is pretty cool and I saw some pretty cool fish as well. Didn't see any wild alligators but maybe on my next visit. Would recommend to go if you're in South Padre.
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May 2024 by Jak Gaby
Although SPI does not have a board walk along the beach, this nature trail on the Laguna Madre side is as close as it gets. It is an elevated board walk trail above the marshes and water ways. It is very easy to get and the scenery/wildlife beautiful. The two trails are not long, but every set will provide you with wonderful views. I always see different birds, fish. turtles & even alligators. During the hot summer months, visit during the early morning and later evening hours. The other months are best as you can really enjoy being over the water. Parking and entry is free.
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October 2023 by Reuben Reyes
Entrance is by the convention center with plenty of parking. At the entrance is a small but nice park and restrooms. The walkways to the bay have informative signage and wide paths with railings. Some sections are covered and have seating for taking a break and watching wildlife. Overall a nice relaxing way to enjoy birds and wildlife of the island bay side.
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September 2023 by Blake Bray
Dog friendly
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September 2023 by Lisa Zuniga
Nice boardwalk stroll, lots & lots of different species of birds. Loved the little palapa at the end of the boardwalk for some shelter from the sun. Took some good pictures & videos. We missed the Bird & Nature Center by a half hour (they closed at 5pm), but it was nice to catch this little nature trail and still see some cool birds :) ??️?
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August 2023 by Erika B.
Next to the south Padre island convention center. Really nice views. Unfortunately I got there a tad bit too late. Forgot to take pictures before the sun set, still beautiful though.
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July 2023 by Mrinali Modi
Its not a traditional trail trail, but the trail will surprise you for sure. Its a 10 min trail, make sure that you carry binoculars for watching birds. You can also do fishing.
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July 2023 by D. S. R.
Very nature-y ?
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July 2023 by Jennifer Just Jay
See wildlife here
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July 2023 by Ruddy Balderas
Beautiful
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July 2023 by Tina McCool
Nice area to walk around and see birds & guys wind surfing.
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July 2023 by Glenn Dickerson
Nice easy trail to watch birds on
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June 2023 by David Dziolek
My wife and I liked it and could have spent more time. Our kids, 10 and 9 yrs old liked it but were ready to go fairly quickly. IT'S FREE!
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April 2023 by Oscar Alvarez
Definitely one of my favorite places in SPI. I always come here to have a nice walk, watching tortoises, crocodiles, and island vegetation. It also has really cool sea watchers.
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April 2023 by David Hesterly
Fantastic place to go birding. Had fun finding new birds to add to my ever growing bird list. Next door to South Padre Island Birding Nature Center and Alligator Sanctuary, yet so different. Free and a must see!
