Pet-friendly road trip

Houston to South Padre Island with your dog

Distance

410 mi

Driving

7 hrs

Dog breaks

About 6

The I-45 and US-77 run from Houston to South Padre Island is 410 miles. With a dog in the back, plan a 15-minute walk every two to three hours and book a room that takes pets before you leave, so you are not searching at 10 pm.

Dog-friendly places to sleep

Turn on the pet-friendly filter on the booking page and check the pet fee before you book.

• Stays in Galveston
• Stays in Corpus Christi
• Stays in South Padre Island

Pet rules at South Padre Island

Check local leash rules at the trailhead.

Packing list for the dog

• Water bowl and a gallon of water, plus their usual food
• Crate or seat-belt harness for the whole drive
• Vaccination records, especially for border crossings
• Leash, waste bags and a towel for muddy paws
• Never leave a dog in a parked car, even with windows cracked

Along the way

• Galveston Seawall and Strand
• Padre Island National Seashore
• South Padre beaches

Full drive guide for this route