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Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi (called Corpus by the locals) is Texas's largest coastal city and the gateway to Padre Island. While Corpus Christi isn't on the way to much of anything except itself (and the islands off its coast), it offers enough to fill a visit in its own right, or a multi-day trip from San Antonio, Austin, or Houston. The name is Latin for "Body of Christ".

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    Barrier islands

    Most popular of all are the barrier islands located just off the coast. Mustang Island and Padre Island are less than 30 minutes from town, and provide plenty of recreation for visitors and locals.

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    Birdwatching

    Located on the central flyway, a major bird migration route, Corpus Christi is a terrfic spot for birdwatching. Almost 45% of all North American species have been spotted on Padre Island National Seashore alone.

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    Corpus Christi Beach

    North Beach

    While small, it is usually not terrifically crowded, and is convenient to other tourist attractions like the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington.

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    Corpus Christi Hooks

    AA-level minor league baseball from March through September. The Hooks are affiliated with the Houston Astros and play in the beautiful new Whataburger Field, near downtown, with local flavor galore and outstanding views of the bridge and ship channel.

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    Corpus Christi IceRays

    North American Hockey League ice hockey is played in the American Bank Center during the winter and spring months.

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    Texas A&M–Corpus Christi Islanders

    Sports teams of Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, competing in NCAA Division I in six men's and 10 women's sports, mostly in the Southland Conference. Note that the Islanders don't have a football team.

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    Cole Park

    Ocean Drive

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    Hurricane Alley

    Hurricane Alley is a small waterpark on North Beach.

    11AM-6PM$25 for adults, $20 for kids under 4 feet and seniors, $15 after 3:30PM

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    Magee Beach

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    Sailboat races

    Every Wednesday.

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    Windsurfing at Bird Island Basin

    One of the top spots in the nation for windsurfing!