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Galveston Island State Park — Galveston, Texas
Galveston Island State Park in Galveston: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Adults $5 per day; children 12 and under free; free with a Texas State Parks Pass.
Address14901 FM 3005, Galveston, TX 77554
HoursOpen daily; park gates 7am-10pm (TPWD / Texas State Parks reservation site). Busy season March-October, especially weekends.
PricesAdults $5 per day; children 12 and under free; free with a Texas State Parks Pass
Price notesBeach (Gulf) and bay sides are both covered by the day-use fee. The park closes for tropical storms and hurricanes - check TPWD alerts in season.
Age notesEntry is free for children 12 and under per TPWD; no other age guidance is published, so bands beyond pricing are a general recommendation.
BookingTPWD: 'We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online... before you visit.'
Suggested timeAbout 4.0 hours
ParkingNot confirmed from official source in this pass.
Hours in detailOpen daily; park gates 7am-10pm (TPWD). One day-use fee covers both the beach (Gulf) and bay sides.
Tickets & bookingTPWD: 'We often reach capacity and highly recommend reservations for both camping and day use. To guarantee entry, reserve passes online... before you visit.'
Age notesAdults $5 per day; children 12 and under free; free with a Texas State Parks Pass.
Seasonal notesBusy season is March-October, especially weekends. The park closes for tropical storms and hurricanes — check TPWD alerts in season.
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Venue details last verified November 5, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.