Can you have a picnic in Galveston?


Can you have a picnic in Galveston? With both beach and bay sides, Galveston Island State Park offers activities for every coast lover. You can swim, fish, picnic, bird watch, hike, mountain bike, paddle, camp, geocache, study nature or just relax!


Can you walk around Galveston with alcohol?

A person can only drink while walking in public in the Galveston central business district north of Broadway, south of Harborside Drive, west of 19th Street, and east of 26th Street. A person cannot otherwise walk with a beer or any other alcohol on public streets in Galveston.


Where not to swim in Galveston?

The far East end and far West end of Galveston Island are especially dangerous areas to swim. On the Eastern tip of the Island, the bottom drops off rapidly into the Houston-Galveston Ship Channel, averaging 50ft deep. The wake from passing ships can cause sudden currents and breakers that can catch swimmers off guard.


Can you swim in Galveston at night?

Avoid dawn, dusk, and nighttime swimming.


Why is it illegal to sit on a sidewalk in Galveston?

According to a law in Galveston, a person is not allowed to sit or stand on a city sidewalk or right-of-way in a way that impedes free and uninterrupted pedestrian traffic.


What are the blue things on the beach in Galveston?

The unique creatures are called Blue Button Jellyfish, or Porpita Porpita, and officials are asking you to keep an eye out for them as they can cause skin irritations if you touch them.


What is the dress code for Galveston beach?

Shirts, shorts/pants and shoes must be worn at all times. Swimsuits are allowed, but must be appropriate for a family environment and must be worn with proper shorts and cover-up attire – men must wear shirts with swimsuit bottoms, and women must wear shorts with swimsuit tops.


Can you put up a tent on Galveston beach?

Leave No Trace Ordinance Canopies, pop-up tents, umbrellas, beach chairs and other gear can not be left on the beach overnight.