Beach Pocket Park #2
Discover Beach Pocket Park 2
Sandcastle Beach Pocket Park #2 is located on the West end of Galveston Island, toward the Jamaica Beach neighborhood. It’s situated between Beach Pocket Park #1 and Beach Pocket Park #3, which are also public access points. The farther west you go the less crowded the beaches get, which is great for families or anyone looking to spread out.
Beach Pocket Park #2 is ideal for visitors looking for a more secluded beach experience. Paved Parking, Outdoor Showers, Restrooms, and a Restaurant Nearby all make this a great spot for your Galveston Island beach vacation spot.
Location Highlights
- 11102 FM-3005 at 9 Mile Rd Galveston, TX 77554
- 51 miles from Houston, TX
Amenities
- Paved Parking - Potential fee up to $15 per vehicle
- Indoor Restrooms Available
- Outdoor Showers Available (They Shut Off at 6pm Daily)
- Restaurants Nearby
- Pet Friendly
- Umbrella and Chair Rantals mid-March thru Labor Day
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Important Information
Sand Castle Beach Pocket Park #2 is farther down Seawall Blvd and Termini-San Luis Pass Rd on the West End of Galveston Island. Accessibility to the beach is over the dunes via a wooden ramp, so keep that in mind when planning your trip. Having indoor showers and restrooms at the beach is very handy and convenient, especially with the little ones, for keeping as much sand out of the car as possible. Loud vehicles, loud music, and profanity are prohibited at the beach. Don’t forget your bucket and shovel for your sandcastle building adventure. Beach chair and Umbrella Rentals are available at the Tipsy Turtle Bar & Grill.
Pet Friendly
Sand Castle Beach Pocket Park #2 welcomes you and your pet. There’s no need to leave your four legged friend behind when you come to the beach. Please keep your pet on a leash at all times and respect those around you. Make sure you properly dispose of your pet’s waste to keep the beach clean and enjoyable for everyone.
Tips
– Sand Castle Beach Pocket Park #2 is farther down and more secluded so less traffic is possible.
– Public Restrooms are Onsite and Indoors.
– Indoor Showers are available.
– A large deck with picnic tables is available for public use.
– On-site Umbrella and Chair Rentals available seasonally.
Hours of operation
- Mon 8AM-7PM
- Tues 8AM-7PM
- Wed 8AM-7PM
- Thurs 8AM-7PM
- Fri 8AM-7PM
- Sat 8AM-7PM
- Sun 8AM-7PM
Sand Castle Beach Pocket Park #2 is reached via a boardwalk over the dunes that descends to the sand.
Pets are allowed and must be leashed all the time. Remember to clean up after your pet.
Open fires are NOT permitted. BBQ pits are allowed and must be tended to at all times.
No glass containers allowed
Stay off the Dunes
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