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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Entrance to Refugio State Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
The beach is immediately beside the parking area, lined by picturesque palm trees.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Picnic tables along the beach offer scenic spots for lunch.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
There is plenty of space on the lawn areas throughout the day use section of the beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Interpretive signs provide information on the natural history and cycles of the area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Basketball court and play areas in the day use area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Refugio State Beach.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
The beach is wide and sandy.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
Modern bathroom facilities available to beachgoers.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
The Aniso Trail leaves the beach area and parallels the ocean along the bluffs, offering a path to stretch your legs or take the kids for a bike ride, or to access more secluded beach coves away from the crowds.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
04/13/2021
A scenic picnic spot at Refugio State Beach.