Pets on a leash no longer than 6 feet are allowed almost everywhere in Padre Island National Seashore, located on Padre Island off the coast of South Texas. Leashed pets are permitted in all camping areas and on over 60 miles of beach in the park, including all areas where you can drive on the beach. Pets are not permitted in any buildings; onto the deck of Malaquite Pavilion; the boardwalk that goes from the deck down to the beach; and the short stretch of beach directly in front of the Pavilion (where the shade structures are located). Please use the pet access trail that goes from the parking area down to the beach instead. This trail is located on the north (left) side of the Pavilion. Horses and pack animals are allowed only on the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico side of the park, except for the beaches in front of Malaquite Campground and Malaquite Pavilion.
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