Stage 3 Drought Restrictions are in effect. Learn More

Stage 3 Water Restrictions. 1. No watering allowed. 2. Drip irrigation for foundation and garden is allowed every other week on the designated watering day. 3. Hand watering of the home foundations, trees, vegetable gardens, shrubs and potted plants is allowed any day with a handheld hose, bucket, or small watering can. 4. Swimming ppols can be maintained but must have covers when not in use. 5. Home car washing is limited to bucket (five gallon) washing on the designated watering day.

Beach Parking Permits

Have spring break fever? Head to the beach!

It’s time to shed that winter coat and close the books ― it’s SPRING BREAK! And if you’re like most people, you have sunny beaches with surf and sand on your mind.

Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department has made it easy for beach visitors to buy Beach Parking Permits. You can buy a permit at various locations throughout the city and on the beach. The permit gives you access to miles of our local gulf beaches and is required in designated areas where posted. 

The permit is only $12 and is good for an entire year, from January 1 to December 31. Display the sticker on your vehicle's windshield and enjoy the beach worry-free!

Buying the permit ensures that you do not receive a citation and supports clean and safe Corpus Christi beaches. All the funds from the permit sales are used to provide clean and safe beaches for all beach visitors to enjoy.

Participating Stores

The permits are sold year-round at the following locations:

    • Stripes* (Padre Island, Flour Bluff, & select stores in central Corpus Christi)
    • H-E-B (Aransas Pass, Corpus Christi, Portland & Rockport)
    • Corpus Christi Visitor Info Center (located in the Water Street Market) 
    • Nueces County Padre Balli Park Headquarters Office
    • Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (University Services)
    • Central Cashiering at Corpus Christi City Hall
    • Circle K (Padre Island & Flour Bluff)
    • Murphy Oil USA (Alice, Aransas Pass, Corpus Christi, Portland & Rockport)


*Below are all the participating Stripes stores:


(Last updated 12-21-2023)

Annual beach parking permits are free to disabled U.S. Veterans.

To qualify, you must present a current year 2025 letter from the DVA verifying your percentage of service-related disability (50% or greater) and a state driver’s license.

  • The pass is limited to one per applicant.
  • Limit of one vehicle entry per military applicant.

Available Sites:

  • Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Administrative Office, located at 400 Mann Street – Suite 200 (Bayview Tower)
  • Corpus Christi Beach Office, located at 8185 Hwy 361

For more information, please call (361) 826-3423.

Map of island beaches

Beach Permit Parking Guide & Map

View a printable map that shows four types of beaches:

  • Beach Permit Required
  • Free Parking
  • State Park Fees Apply
  • Pedestrian Only Beach

Permit Map and Guide

Contact Information

Address:
8185 Highway 361,
Corpus Christi, TX 78418  

Phone: (361) 885-3469

About Us

The mission of the Corpus Christi Parks and Recreation Department is to provide high-quality parks, facilities, and programs that empower residents and visitors to Live, Learn, and Play! We envision a thriving Corpus Christi powered by vibrant parks, captivating natural features, and outstanding recreational opportunities.
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Contact Information

Address: 400 Mann Street, Suite 200, Corpus Christi, TX 78401

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9277, Corpus Christi, TX 78469

Phone: (361) 826-PLAY 

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