North Beach, Corpus Christi, Texas facts for kids
North Beach is a fun part of Corpus Christi, Texas, a city in Texas. It's located on the northern edge of the city, on a piece of land called the El Rincon peninsula. This peninsula is almost completely surrounded by water, with Corpus Christi Bay on one side and Nueces Bay on the other.
Long ago, this area was known as Rincon Point. In the 1950s, its name was changed to Corpus Christi Beach. However, many people still called it "North Beach." Because of this, and because local businesses and people living there asked for it, the city's leaders (the City Council) officially changed the name back to "North Beach" in 2012. To welcome visitors, the city even built a huge archway that says "North Beach" at the entrance to this popular tourist spot!
Fun Things to Do at North Beach
North Beach is a great place for families and visitors! Besides the sandy beach itself, there are two really exciting attractions nearby:
- The Texas State Aquarium is a fantastic place to see amazing sea creatures. You can learn all about marine life from Texas and beyond.
- The USS Lexington is a huge aircraft carrier that is now a museum. You can explore this historic ship and imagine what it was like for sailors during wartime. It's often called "The Blue Ghost"!
In 2012, a special path called the Corpus Christi Beachwalk was finished. This wide sidewalk is about 10 feet across and runs along the entire 1.5-mile length of the beach. It's perfect for walking, jogging, or biking while enjoying the ocean views!
