About This Beach
Pocket Park 1 Beach is a family-friendly county-operated beach park on Galveston’s west end. The park features dedicated parking, clean restrooms, outdoor showers, and picnic pavilions, creating a convenient beach experience with good amenities. The beach offers designated swimming areas with seasonal lifeguards improving safety. Recently renovated facilities include an ADA-accessible dune walkover for improved beach access. The park provides free parking, unlike many Seawall beaches that require paid parking. The location away from the main tourist areas means this beach is often less crowded even during peak seasons. The nearby Galveston Island State Park offers additional recreational opportunities for those wanting to extend their beach day with nature trails and bay access.