FALLing for Port Aransas

Happy Fall, Y'all Fall hits differently on an island. In Port A, it’s downright "gourd-geous" cool Gulf breezes, golden light, and beach days that don’t clock out when the calendar flips. While other places bundle up for chilly winds and pumpkin patches, our “patches” are carved from sand, with warm…

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From Tide to Table

Texas Clear Water Oyster Gardens Perched on floating cages in the southern reaches of Aransas Bay, Texas Clear Water Oyster Gardens is rewriting Port Aransas’s seafood story. Run by islanders Bill and Amelia Strieber, the two-acre farm is the first permitted oyster operation in Port A—and just the…

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Sandy Soulmates

Matching Books to Your Beach Towel Personality We all love finding the perfect beach towel—the one to stretch out on, soak up the sun, and dive into a good book. As people stroll by (and let’s be honest, they’re a little jealous), they can’t help but wonder: What’s she reading that has her so…

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Get Gnarly in Port A

National Get Gnarly Day National Get Gnarly Day is celebrated every year on the last Friday in July as an invitation to ditch the ordinary and chase something boldly adventurous! This day could have been invented with Port Aransas in mind. With rolling Gulf surf, high-flying adventurers, and…

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Gone Shelling

Discover the Hidden Treasures of Port Aransas Beaches If you're heading to the shores of Port Aransas, get ready to embark on one of the most beloved beach pastimes—shelling! With each tide, a new array of natural treasures wash ashore, just waiting to be discovered. But how well do you know the…

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Cruise the Day Away

Boat Your Way Through Port A Port Aransas offers a variety of boat cruises for whatever you are interested in, from dolphin watching and sunset tours to pirate-themed adventures and private charters. Here's a guide to some of the best boat cruises you can enjoy when you visit Port Aransas. Dolphin…

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A Pet-Friendly Day in Port A

Vacation is Better with (Furry) Friends Any dog owner can attest that there’s a unique bond that forms between humans and their furry friends. There’s a reason dogs are known as man’s best friend! Wanting to share your vacation time with your pet, then, is only natural. Why wouldn’t you want to see…

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The Piers of Port Aransas

You don't have to leave the shore to reel in a keeper! Port Aransas is known as the “Fishing Capital of Texas,” but that doesn't mean you need a boat to join in on the fun. Several piers offer access to amazing fishing just off the banks of Port A. Get in on the action without setting up a charter…

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Match the Marg to the Vibe

Find the margarita that complements the vibe you give off during Margarita Madness! It’s time to make your way to Port A for Margarita Madness, where you can ditch the shot clock for endless island time, and poor officiating for official pours. Come get a taste of the Island Life this March and…

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Birding Field Guide

Discover some of the birds you will see in Port Aransas! Located in the Central Flyway, Mustang Island boasts hundreds of native and migrating species. Encounters with Coastal Bend nesting species such as the Roseate Spoonbills, American White Pelicans, Reddish Egrets, Marsh Wrens, and Whooping…

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