Stewart Beach

Stewart Beach Park
401 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77550

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

March 11 – May 29, 2023:

Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 5PM
Friday - Sunday: 9AM - 6PM
*Monday, May 29: 9AM – 6PM

May 30 – August 20, 2023:

Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 6PM
Friday - Sunday: 8AM - 7PM
*Monday, July 3 (Independence Day): 8AM - 7PM
*Tuesday, July 4 (Independence Day): 8AM - 7PM

August 21 – September 4, 2023:

Monday - Thursday: Closed
Friday - Sunday: 8AM - 7PM
*Monday, September 4 (Labor Day): 8AM – 7PM

September 5 – November 5, 2023:

Monday - Thursday: Closed
Friday - Sunday: 9AM - 6PM

Park closes on November 6 until the start of the 2024 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)

Monday - Thursday: $12/vehicle
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: $15/vehicle

$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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• 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.