Our trip was taken the week of spring break and we decided to camp. We choose to go to the Corpus Christi area and camp at Mustang Island. Corpus Christi is home to Waterburger. There are several on every street corner. I think there are like 26 or so in the city.

We had a really good time during the day but at night we had a few problems. Our 2 year old son seemed to get kind of sick while we were there. I think maybe allergies or something like that. So of course camping outdoors in the humidity by the beach did not really help that. However during the day were able to play and see a few things. Well we spent quite a bit of time driving around looking for stuff to see and do. I have to tell you this beach area is not what we were used to. It is a pretty secluded area and there really is not much around.

We did find Port Aransas and Aransas pass. We took the ferry over to Aransas pass and drove around for a while, not much to see there either. However, Port Aransas did have more to see. There were all kinds of things to do and see. Hotels, restaurants, shops, and the beach. Mustang Island is a barrier island so most of its inhabitants have been preserved and so I believe this is why is not very built up. There are natural sand dunes and other wildlife that exist but you are asked to leave them alone.

We camped at Mustang Island State Park and it was right on the beach. However, it is more like an RV camping area and everything was very open. To my surprise it was not very loud for it being spring break. There were a few college students that camped there as well but not too many. It was a fun trip and a great place to go maybe nest time we can stay longer. ${QuickSuggestions} I would first make sure you have a map. Getting to Mustang Island can be a little difficult if you do not know where you are. There is the Corpus Christ Bay area, Corpus Christi Beach and then Mustang and Padre Islands, which also lead into Port Aransas. So there is a lot going on and a lot of places that are all beach area. Once you find the Islands do not be surprised at how secluded they fell. There are not many hotels or businesses around this area. At one end is a State reserve which, there is a small fee for and at the other end is a State Park. Mustang Island is mainly a wildlife area and most of it has been preserved. There are a few places and a few hotels and businesses but for the most part it appears as though the young spring breakers come and park right out on the beach and chill for the day.${BestWay} The best way to get around Mustang Island and then of course Corpus Christi is going to be by car. To get to Mustang Island or Padre Island you have to cross a bridge over the bay. The island is pretty big and also leads right into Port Aransas. Vehicle will get you from all these places the best. I do think they have taxis and that might work as well but I think to better your time you will want a vehicle. We went during spring break so there was a lot of traffic and tons of cars on the island. I do not think walking would be very safe in this area as it is not really a very busy area. Mainly just the beach.
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