Leashed pets are allowed on park beaches, campgrounds, trails, and boardwalks.
Park buildings. Disruptive or aggressive pets should be kept off the Malaquite Visitor Center deck and boardwalk and the short stretch of beach directly in front of the visitor center.
6 feet maximum, at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
Padre Island is pet friendly, with leashed dogs allowed on over 60 miles of beach plus trails, boardwalks, and campgrounds. Leashed pets are allowed on park beaches, campgrounds, trails, and boardwalks.
6 feet maximum, at all times.
Service animals are allowed where pets are not, under the ADA. A leash is still required.
