Stewart Beach, Galveston

So first off, we paid $12 parking on a Tuesday. Previously, when we stopped by on New years eve, it was free as it was likely closed for the season. So if you want to avoid a parking fee, come in the winter when the weather can still be nice. The rental umbrella and chairs are available for a fee. We brought our own stuff, but still rented 3 sets. It was good considering how hot the weather was in July. The water is warm and the sand was decent. Our families had a lot of fun and spent half a day there. There was a gentleman selling snocones which was a welcomed respite from the heat. Overall, as we don't come often, it was worth it for our families to spend a day at a beach

Be warned. The beach lounge chair set up is $40 per day. They do not rent by the hour or even half day. I was there for 3 hrs. Well kept, clean beach.