Andy Bowie Park is a 28-acre county park on South Padre Island featuring excellent Gulf beach access with comprehensive amenities. The park offers more than 500 feet of beachfront with clean facilities including restrooms, showers, and changing areas. Beach umbrella and chair rentals are available seasonally. The adjacent South Padre Island Birding and Nature Center […]
Texas Beaches
Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach is a small, peaceful coastal community on the west end of Galveston Island that offers a quieter beach experience away from the more touristy areas. This residential beach town has public beach access points with less crowded shores than those near the Seawall. The beach features soft sand and moderate waves, ideal for […]
Corpus Christi Beach (North Beach)
Corpus Christi Beach, also known as North Beach, combines a beach experience with major attractions including the Texas State Aquarium and USS Lexington Museum. The beach offers calm, shallow waters suitable for families with small children and spectacular views of the Harbor Bridge. A 1.5-mile beachfront promenade provides a scenic walking path with several restaurants […]
McGee Beach
McGee Beach is a small urban beach located on Corpus Christi Bay along the seawall in downtown Corpus Christi. The protected location in the bay creates calm, shallow waters ideal for families with young children and beginner swimmers. The beach offers convenient downtown access with restaurants, shops, and hotels within walking distance. Water equipment rentals […]
IB Magee Beach Park
IB Magee Beach Park is a popular county-operated beach and campground at the northeast end of Mustang Island near Port Aransas. The beach offers 75 RV sites with electrical and water hookups right on the beachfront, creating one of Texas’ best beach camping experiences. The adjacent Horace Caldwell Pier provides excellent fishing opportunities and creates […]
Sylvan Beach
Sylvan Beach is a historical treasure on Galveston Bay in La Porte, once home to a grand pavilion and amusement park in the early 20th century. Today, the beach park features a 32,000-square-foot pavilion for events, a fishing pier extending into Galveston Bay, and a clean, well-maintained beach area. The shallow waters of the protected […]
Rockport Beach
Rockport Beach holds the distinction of being Texas’ first Blue Wave Beach, recognized for its cleanliness and environmental management. The beach features calm, shallow waters ideal for families with young children. Amenities include covered picnic areas with grills, fishing piers, volleyball courts, and a walking trail. The beach is divided into sections, including designated pet-friendly […]
Stewart Beach
Stewart Beach is Galveston’s premier family-friendly beach park, featuring amenities like a children’s playground, volleyball courts, and clean restroom facilities. The beach is supervised by lifeguards during peak seasons, offering safer swimming conditions. Unlike some Galveston beaches, Stewart Beach prohibits alcohol and driving on the beach, creating a more family-oriented atmosphere. Convenient concessions, souvenir shops, […]