Newport Pass Beach — A Mustang Island Escape

Relax at Newport Pass Beach

Newport Pass Beach offers a dreamy oasis and a chance to discover a hidden gem. Its miles of sandy shoreline along Mustang Island create room to leave the crowded beach scene behind, explore, unwind, and enjoy the Gulf Coast sun.

The stretch between Mile Marker 99 and Mile Marker 103 is one of the few beach areas where a parking permit is not required.

Getting There

Reach Newport Pass Beach through Access Rd 2 from SH 361.

Mile Marker Range

Newport Pass Beach spans Mile Marker 103 to Mile Marker 62.

Nearby Accommodations and Food

Hotels

Lively Beach
Padre Escapes Vacation Rentals
El Constante
Aruba Bay Resort

Food

Padre Island Burger Company
Doc's Seafood & Steaks
Snoopy's Pier
Island Joe's Coffee & Gallery

Things to Know

A parking permit is not required from MM 99 to MM 103.
Port-O-Potties are available on site.
Free trash bag stations are provided.
Camping is allowed.
Dogs are allowed.

Reasons to Love Newport Pass Beach

A less busy beach
Beachcombing
A water sports wonderland
Sandcastle building

Beach Parking Permits

Where to Get a Permit Beyond Mile Marker 99

Permit stickers cost $12 and can be purchased year-round at these locations:

Corpus Christi Visitor Information Center
Stripes convenience stores in Padre Island, Flour Bluff, and select stores in central Corpus Christi
Circle K convenience stores in Padre Island and Flour Bluff
H-E-B grocery stores in Aransas Pass, Corpus Christi, Calallen, Portland, and Rockport
Corpus Christi City Hall – Central Cashiering
Naval Air Station-Corpus Christi – ITT Department
Nueces County Padre Balli Park Headquarters Office
Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (University Services)
Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Beach Operations Office

Rentals

Available Beach Rentals

Newport Pass Beach rentals include:

Corpus Beach Rentals
Love Shack Tiki Hut

Bringing Dogs

All beaches in Corpus Christi welcome dogs, provided they remain on a leash or under verbal command. Pet-friendly beaches welcome pets and dogs of all shapes and sizes.

Newport Pass Beach is off-limits to dogs on all major holidays. During those periods, take your pups to Padre Balli Park instead.

Lifeguard Coverage

Yes, mobile lifeguards patrol Newport Pass Beach. The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department provides a full lifeguard schedule with information about annual lifeguard coverage and mobile patrol.

For the Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Beach Operations Office, call (361) 826-3469.

In an emergency, call 911.

Trash and Beach Cleanliness

Blue boxes at the beach entrances and access roads provide complimentary trash bags. The bags are designed to shed sand without catching the wind and blowing down the beach. Trash cans are positioned at every beach entrance and along the shoreline. Help leave the beach in better condition for the next visitor.

Camping and Campfires

Camping and campfires are permitted at Newport Pass Beach when these rules are followed:

Campfires must be no larger than 3’ x 3’ x 3’ with no residue left.
Campfires must be fully extinguished, and all holes must be filled.
Camping is prohibited in front of condos and hotels.
Camping is allowed for 3 days & nights consecutively, but no more than 6 days within a month.
Pallets and building material are not allowed. Wood pallets and construction materials may be coated with toxic chemicals that are not intended for burning, and they can contain nails or screws that pose hazards to people and wildlife.

Helpful Beach Information

Know Before You Go

Directions, parking permit details, and additional beach information are available before your visit.

Live Beach Cams

Beach cameras let visitors review current conditions before heading out.

Sea Turtle Releases

Visitors can check whether a sea turtle release is scheduled during their stay.