Boca Chica Beach

Boca Chica Beach may not be as well-known as other Texas beaches, but it's a great place to unwind. Spend most of your time at Boca Chica's 8-mile-long length of sand, but bring your own equipment because water sports rentals like surfboards, snorkeling gear, and kiteboards are not available on-site.

Save time for wildlife viewing as well, as the area is a sanctuary for various bird and sea turtle species. Arrive in the spring or summer to catch a glimpse of a highly endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtle laying eggs on the beach.