Are you into searching for hidden treasures at the beach? Walking along the coast, feeling the warm salt air on your skin, searching for natural treasures in the sand is one of the most relaxing excursions you could ever do. Add a new element to your beach days in Port Aransas while connecting with the coast in a relaxing new way by collecting seashells in Port Aransas!
Where Can I Go Shelling in Port Aransas
Get ready for to find a rich assortment of shells to add to your collection along the Port Aransas coast. One of best spots is Mustang Island State Park. Walk along the miles of uninterrupted coast and shimmering shallow waters that create just the right conditions for shell hunting. If you happen to visit after a storm, you’re sure to find gems like sand dollars, colorful coquina shells, lightning whelks and moon snails.
IB Magee Beach Park and Padre Island National Seashore are also popular spots for shelling. Here you’ll find excellent conditions for shell searching thanks to the wide beaches and easy waves. Check less frequented spots like the dunes and in tide pools. Shells often accumulate there. Just check to make sure they don’t have any inhabitants living in them! Bring a bucket or a mesh bag to collect your Port Aransas seashells.
Shell Responsibly When Collecting Seashells in Port Aransas
Shelling is a fun, family-friendly activity, but should be done responsibly. Don’t collect live creatures. If you find a shell that still houses a marine animal, leave it alone. Abide by the principle to “take only what you love.” This helps you to avoid over-collecting. Be mindful of where you’re collecting and avoid protected areas where collecting is restricted. And this might come as a no-brainer but wear the right shoes. You want to shell safely, and part of that means keeping your feel protected from hot sands, sharp broken shells or rocky areas.
Have a Shelltastic Good Time at La Mirage Resort
When you stay in one of our vacation rentals in Port Aransas at La Mirage Resort, the beach is right outside your door. You can get an early start to go shelling in the morning. Or enjoy a sunset stroll for shells during golden hour. With the beach so close, you can shell as much as you like without having to travel very far. Enjoy the simple pleasure of shelling in Port Aransas and enjoy your visit to the fullest with La Mirage Resort Condominiums!
