Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation
Get our Daily Surf Condition & Flag Warning System
Beach Flag Warning System
We use a beach flag warning system to inform the public about water and weather conditions. Before you enter the water, learn what the five colored flags mean.
Know the surf conditions before you head to our gulf beaches. We want you to play it safe and have a wonderful experience. "Like" us on Facebook to get these daily updates on your phone posted as stories.
Green – Go
Conditions are calm.
Swim with care.
Yellow – Caution
Caution should be used when entering any body of water. This flag is flown for normal conditions to remind swimmers to stay alert.
Red – Stop
Conditions are shown to be out of the ordinary. Strong wind, strong current, or large surf my be present. Adult swimmers should stay in water no more than waist-deep. Non-swimmers and children should be kept along the surf line.
Purple – Marine Life
Indicates a potential problem with Jellyfish, Portuguese man-o-war, stingrays or other marine life that could be a hazard to swimmers.
Orange – Environmental
Indicates there is an environmental warning for air and/or water quality. Ask the lifeguard for more details.
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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