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Newport Pass Beach is a dreamy oasis and some would even say, a hidden gem. With it's miles of sandy shores stretching down Mustang Island, Newport Pass Beach is the place to be to escape the busy beach scene and find the space to explore, kick back, and soak up that Gulf Coast sun.
Between Mile Marker 99 and Mile Marker 103 is one of the few stretches of beach that does not require a parking permit.
You can access Newport Pass Beach at Access Rd 2 from SH 361.
Newport Pass Beach claims Mile Marker 103 to Mile Marker 62.
Hotels: Lively Beach
Food: Padre Island Burger Company, Doc's Seafood & Steaks, Snoopy's Pier, Island Joe's Coffee & Gallery
Permit stickers are $12 and available year-round at:
For more about beach parking permits, click here.
All beaches in Corpus Christi are dog friendly, but they must be on a leash or under verbal command. Our pet-friendly beaches welcome pets and dogs of all shapes and sizes!
Newport Pass Beach is off-limits to dogs on all major holidays. Redirect your pups to Padre Balli Park during these times!
Yes! There are mobile lifeguards that patrol Newport Pass Beach. Check out the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department’s full lifeguard schedule for more details on lifeguard coverage and mobile patrol throughout the year.
The phone number for the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Beach Operations Office is (361) 826-3469.
If there is an emergency, please call 911.
Pick up a complimentary trash bag or two from the Visitor Information Center downtown or from the blue boxes that are located as you come onto the beach at all access roads. These bags are cleverly designed so they leave sand behind and won’t catch the wind and fly off down the beach. Trash cans can be found at every beach entrance and all along the beach. Thanks for doing your part to leave our beaches better for the next visitor!
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Yes! Camping and campfires are allowed on Newport Pass Beach, but be sure to follow these general rules:
Check out all of our hot tips for camping here!
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Find out if a sea turtle release is happening during your visit!