Stewart Beach

Stewart Beach is Galveston’s premier family-friendly beach park, named as one of the “10 Best Beaches for Families” by the Family Vacation Critic.

Stewart Beach, located near where Broadway meets the Seawall, has all the amenities you need for a day of family fun at the beach.

Visitors Soak Up Sun on the Beaches and Coastline of Stewart Beach, Galveston, TX on a Sunny, Blue Skied Day

Stewart Beach Overview

Located near where Broadway meets the Seawall, Stewart Beach has a wide range of accessible amenities including showers, restrooms, and changing rooms. It is staffed with highly trained lifeguards and features concessions and family-friendly activities like volleyball, cornhole, giant Jenga, and more.

Location

Stewart Beach Park
401 Seawall Boulevard
Galveston, TX 77550

Hours of Operation

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 Amenities and Guest Services Operations:

March 8 - March 16, 2025:

Monday - Thursday: 9AM – 5PM

Friday - Sunday: 9AM – 6PM


March 17 - May 22, 2025:

Monday - Thursday: TBD

Friday - Sunday: 9AM – 6PM


May 23 - August 17, 2025:

Monday -Thursday: TBD

  • EXCEPTION: MEMORAL DAY & INDEPENDENCE DAY HOURS
    • Monday, May 26: TBD
    • Friday, July 4: TBD

Friday - Sunday: TBD


August 18 - August 31, 2025:

Monday - Thursday: TBD

Friday - Sunday: TBD


September 1 - October 26, 2025:

Monday - Thursday: TBD

  • EXCEPTION: LABOR DAY HOURS
    • Monday, September 1: TBD

Friday - Sunday: TBD


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.

Admission & Parking

(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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Amenities

Park amenities are officially closed until the start of the 2025 Season. While our amenities are closed, the beaches are still open.

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

Beach Rules

  • 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)

Book Your Special Event

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

To inquire about hosting your event at Stewart Beach:

Special Event Information

To book an event space, email: events@galvestonparkboard.org or call: (409) 797-5189.

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