Port Aransas, Coastal resort town on Mustang Island, Texas, United States.
Port Aransas extends over 14 square miles along the Gulf of Mexico, featuring wide beaches and natural sand dunes reaching the Corpus Christi Bay.
The Karankawa Indians inhabited this area until European explorer Alonso Álvarez de Pineda mapped the Texas coast in 1519, marking the first documented exploration.
The Texas SandFest draws thousands of participants each spring to create elaborate sand sculptures while celebrating local art and maritime traditions.
Free public ferry services operate 24 hours daily between Port Aransas and Aransas Pass, accommodating vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists across the channel.
The University of Texas Marine Science Institute conducts extensive research on Gulf ecosystems, maintaining laboratories and educational facilities near the waterfront.
Location: Nueces County
Elevation above the sea: 2 m
Website: http://www.cityofportaransas.org/
Website: http://cityofportaransas.org
GPS coordinates: 27.81083,-97.07222
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:36
Texas's Gulf Coast features a range of beaches that cater to different preferences. Some areas are family-friendly, equipped with amenities for children, while other beaches provide opportunities for fishing and swimming. Visitors can enjoy the natural surroundings and various recreational options available throughout these coastal zones.
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Corpus Christi Harbor Bridge
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George W. Fulton Mansion
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Mustang Island State Park
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One Shoreline Plaza
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Port Aransas Light Station
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Corpus Christi Museum of Science and History
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Old Nueces County Courthouse
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Art Museum of South Texas
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Corpus Christi North Beach
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Sherman Building
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Texas Maritime Museum Light
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Tarpon Inn
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Ritz Theater
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Centre Theatre
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