Stewart Beach

Stewart Beach Park
401 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77550

The beach remains open year-round for visitors, but amenities are closed until the start of the 2025 operating season.

Stewart Beach Park
Park Hours of Pavilion and Guest Services Operations:

March 9 - May 23, 2024:

Monday - Thursday: 9AM – 5PM

Friday - Sunday: 9AM – 6PM

May 24 – August 18, 2024:

Monday -Thursday: 9AM – 6PM

• EXCEPTION: MEMORAL DAY & INDEPENDENCE DAY HOURS
  • Monday, May 27: 8AM – 7PM
  • Thursday, July 4: 8AM – 7PM

Friday - Sunday: 8AM – 7PM

August 19 – September 1, 2024:

Monday – Thursday: Closed

Friday - Sunday: 8AM – 7PM

September 2 – November 3, 2024

Monday – Thursday: Closed

• EXCEPTION: LABOR DAY HOURS
  • Monday, September 2: 8AM – 7 PM

Friday - Sunday: 9AM – 6PM

Park closes on November 3, 2024 until the start of the 2025 Season. Hours are subject to change without advance notice. Exceptions to standard dates and times can be made on a case-by-case basis for special events wishing to rent the pavilion or park grounds for a fee.

(Cash or credit card)

Daily Vehicle Parking: $15 (One-time entry)

$50 Seasonal Beach Park Pass (window decal) for entry to the following beach parks for the entire season (March to October): East Beach, Stewart Beach, Dellanara RV Park, and West End Pocket Parks.

$95 for an Ultimate Pass (window decal) for an entire year of seawall parking plus entry to the beach parks for the entire season

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Park amenities are officially closed as of October 27 at 6:00 PM until the start of the 2025 Season. While our amenities are closed, the beaches are still open. We look forward to seeing you next season!

• Beach wheelchairs available (free with valid driver's license)
• Showers and restrooms*
• Chair & umbrella rental
• Snack bar, drinks, & concessions
• Alcohol not permitted
• Beach supplies
• Lifeguards

*Please note that restrooms close 30 minutes after gate closing.

• One-time entry per vehicle with each paid entry
• Do not disturb wildlife, birds, turtle nests, or the designated conservation area
• Pets on leashes are permitted but please clean up after them
• Tents and tarps are permitted in designated areas
• Camping is not allowed between 12 am–5 am
• Glass is prohibited
• Open fires are prohibited except in BBQ pits
• Please stay off the dunes
• 4-wheelers, ATVs, and dirt bikes are prohibited

Special Use Area may only be accessed by vehicles with:

• Disabled Veteran License Plates
• License Plates with the wheelchair disability icon
• Valid non-expired handicap placard properly displayed on rear-view mirror
• Passengers carrying a valid non-expired fishing license and fishing gear
• Hard-bottomed nonmotorized personal watercraft (surfboard, paddleboard, kayak)

Plan your dream beach wedding or other special events at Stewart Beach in Galveston.

To inquire about hosting your event at Stewart Beach:

• Contact us via phone at (409) 797-5189
• Contact us via email at events@galvestonparkboard.org
• Complete a special events application here.