Beaches at Padre Island National Seashore reopened – WOAI

South Padre Island (Photo: File)

The beaches at Padre Island National Seashore have been reopened to driving.

The National Park Service said Friday morning both the north and south beaches at Padre Island National Seashore are once again open to vehicle traffic. They offered the following driving tips concerning a trip to the seashore:

1) Use a four-wheel drive 2) Bring a tow rope and shovel 3) Check the tides before you get on the beach 4) Know the limitations of your vehicle 5) Bring a spare key kept on your person 6) USE CAUTION!

To learn more about driving on the beaches of Padre Island National Seashore, CLICK HERE.

The National Park Service closed the Padre Island National Seashore to drivers Thursday morning due to 'super high tides' from waves associated with Hurricane Franklin. Rangers said there was a very high danger of rip currents at that time and advised swimmers to reconsider going into the water.

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Beaches at Padre Island National Seashore reopened - WOAI

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