Parks Managed by the Park Board

Galveston Island is widely known for its 32 miles of beautiful Gulf beaches. The Park Board manages several parks that offer restrooms, showers, concessionaires and other amenities to enhance visitors’ experience. The parks include Stewart Beach, East Beach, three Pocket Parks, Delanera RV Park, and Seawolf Park. more

Beach Patrol

Galveston's beaches are among the most challenging in the country for lifeguards. The diverse beach population often has little or no beach experience, and strong lateral currents coupled with rock jetties is a dangerous mix. The Galveston Island Beach Patrol is among the top lifeguarding agencies in the country. more

Beach Maintenance

The Park Board owns and operates a fleet of heavy equipment for removing dangerous debris from the beaches and managing the annual seaweed deposits.

Special Events

The Park Board assists in the organization, operation and promotion of several special events, including Mardi Gras! Galveston. Now coordinated by the Galveston Park Board of Trustees in conjunction with 20 participating Krewes, the success of Mardi Gras! Galveston continues to grow as hundreds of thousands of revelers participate in Texas' largest Mardi Gras celebration. more