Corpus Christi beaches and estuaries are popular destinations for fishing, boating, swimming, sand-castle building, and birdwatching.
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But in Texas' case, it might be best to stay out of beach waters. Environment Texas found that 55 beaches were potentially unsafe for swimming, at least once, when testing bacteria levels in 2022.
Many rivers and smaller waterways feed out into the Gulf of Mexico. As the freshwater flows south, it brings with it soil, sediment, and organic matter, giving the water that brownish color.
Fecal contamination comes from urban runoff, sewage overflows and manure from industrial livestock production. Roughly half of U.S. beaches tested had potentially unsafe contamination levels in 2022.
According to an annual report issued by the Environment Texas Research and Policy Center, South Padre beaches were found to be one of the safest beaches for swimming in Texas. They looked at data taken at beaches across the state.
For the most adventurous anglers, Corpus Christi offers the opportunity to tangle with sharks. From blacktip and bull sharks to hammerheads and tiger sharks, the offshore waters are home to a variety of shark species.
Why is our Texas' water brown? Whether it be along the coast of Galveston, Brazosport, or even out to Corpus Christi, our Texas waters have this, what some might say, unsettling, murky tint. Don't be alarmed, this is NATURAL.
Stunning Texan BeachesIf all you want from your vacation is access to miles and miles of unspoiled, beautiful beaches, Corpus Christi is ideal. Base yourself in Downtown Corpus Christi and you can be on Padre or Mustang Island in minutes, where the water is warm and the soft sands are always inviting.