The Family Vacation Critic named Stewart Beach in Galveston, TX as one of the “10 Best Beaches for Families” and it is easy to see why. This expansive, calm destination features an outdoor pavilion with a snack bar, a playground, and a bath house with restrooms and showers. It is also under constant supervision by highly trained lifeguards during operating hours. Situated at the intersection of Broadway and the Seawall, […]

Known as Galveston’s “party” beach, East Beach exudes a laid-back vibe and is the only beach on the island where alcohol is not only openly allowed but sold as well. Here, you will discover a large entertainment stage, several volleyball courts, and horseshoe pits. Situated near the downtown area of the city, on the eastern tip of the island, this vibrant locale also offers fantastic panoramas of the Galveston Bay […]

As a member of the Texas House and Senate from 1955 to 1980, A.R. “Babe” Schwartz helped create the Texas Open Beaches Act, which ensures free public access to all Gulf of Mexico beaches. Babe worked as a lifeguard during the summers while he was in high school, and he quickly fell in love with the island and its beaches. Because of this admiration and unwavering commitment to protecting the […]

Extending 7 miles along Texas State Highway 87, Crystal Beach is nestled on the impressive Bolivar Peninsula. Here, golf carts, RVs, trucks, and other vehicles are allowed to travel on the sandy shoreline, which means you can easily unload all your beach gear without having to haul it from a busy street or parking lot. Enjoy searching for shells, building sandcastles, boogie boarding, fishing, or playing frisbee with your furry […]

Bordered by Galveston to the east and west, the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and the east bay on the north, Jamaica Beach is a quaint island city with a free public access beach. The town encompasses less than 1 square mile in area, so everything is easily within walking distance. Showcasing clean, salty water and fine brown sand, it offers a peaceful refuge for those wishing to escape […]

Offering a remote escape off the west end of Galveston, Pirate’s Beach is the perfect spot to get away from the crowds. Situated just past the Beach Access 15a sign, this quiet spot allows you to unwind in peace and enjoy the calming sounds of the crashing waves, since no vehicles are allowed to park on the sand. It serves as a semi-private beach to a number of vacation rentals […]