Outdoors
Beaches near Brownsville
9 named beaches within 37 miles, nearest first, with a map and directions.
Beaches within 37 mi
9
Closest
21.2 mi
Boca Chica State Park
Worth the drive
Map
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All beaches, nearest first
- 21.2miBoca Chica State Park
- 21.5miBoca Chica Beach
- 21.7miDel Mar Beach
- 22.4miIsla Blanca Park
- 22.6miIsla Blanca Beach
- 23.8miAurora 19 Public Beach Accessasphalt
- 26.9miSouth Padre Island Nude Beach
- 28.7miThrive Beachfine_sand
- 30.9miUFO Beach (clothing optional)fine_sand
Straight-line distance from the center of Brownsville; driving and trail distances are longer.
Before you go
Rip currents are the leading surf hazard. If caught, swim parallel to shore until you are out of the current.
Bacteria levels rise after storms; many counties post advisories for 72 hours after rain.
Dogs, alcohol, fires and parking rules differ from beach to beach. Check the posted signs or the park’s website.
Questions
What is the closest beach to Brownsville?
Boca Chica State Park, about 21.2 miles from the center of Brownsville.
How many beaches are near Brownsville?
9 named beaches are within 37 miles.
Sources: Wikidata and OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), checked 2026-11-08; photos from Wikimedia Commons under the licenses shown. Access, fees and conditions change; check before visiting.