Xeriscape Learning Center & Design Garden
An outdoor educational area with winding pathways, native plants & tropical gazebos which teaches water & energy conservation in landscaping. 5 min. drive. 1900 N. Chaparral.

Corpus Christi Botanical Gardens
290 acre nature area features over 1,000 native plants in display areas, greenhouses, wetlands & along the one-mile "Mesquite Trail" nature walk. An excellent spot for birdwatching. 20-30 min. drive. 8545 S. Staples.

Corpus Christi Beach
Just over the Harbor Bridge, the Corpus Christi Beach has picnic tables, restrooms & playground equipment. Beautiful stretch of beach with a nice view of Corpus Christi Bay. 5-10 min. drive.

Padre Island National Seashore
This preserve by the sea embraces 80 miles of white sand & shell beaches, picturesque windswept dunes, wild landscapes of grasslands & warm offshore waters. This the longest stretch of primitive, undeveloped ocean beach in the U.S.. 20-30 min. drive.

Legendary King Ranch
Founded by Captain Richard King, recognized as the birthplace of American ranching industry. The King Ranch now encompasses some 825,000 acres of South Texas land. 45 min. drive. Kingsville, Texas.

Heritage Park
Featuring beautifully restored homes from the turn of the century.  5 min. drive. 1700 block of N. Chaparral