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Galveston Island has many beautiful beaches.
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Apffel Park (East Beach Park)Stewart BeachPoretto BeachSeawall BeachesDellanera ParkPocket Park #2Pocket Park #3 Galveston Island State ParkPublic West End Beaches

Public West End Beaches

  • Alcohol permitted.
  • Free public beaches stretching from the west end of the Seawall to San Luis Pass, these isolated beaches have no amenities.
  • There are no lifeguards in these areas. Periodic lifeguard and security mobile patrol from Memorial day weekend through Labor Day weekend.
  • Public access is generally at the road mile markers and are designated by signs. Most of these areas allow vehicle access directly to waters edge.
  • Surfing and fishing permitted year round.
  • Designated launch sites at public access areas.
  • Swimming and wading are not allowed at San Luis Pass.

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