Things to do in Seawolf Park include seeing historic naval vessels, spending time by the fishing pier and using the picnic areas. The City of Galveston park is on Pelican Island, and it is about 24.4 miles from Oxford Inn and Suites Nasa in Webster, near Oxford Inn rooms.
- Location: Pelican Island, Galveston.
- Opening pattern: Sunrise to sunset.
- Entry: The one-time vehicle parking fee is $10; fishing and museum admission have separate fees.
- On site: USS Cavalla, USS Stewart, a fishing pier, playground and picnic areas.
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01What to see around Seawolf ParkSeawolf Park’s main attractions include two historic naval vessels and the remains of a concrete ship…
02Waterfront views and outdoor timeThe park combines open water and fishing access with space for picnics and family time outdoors.
03Hours, fees and access to verifySeawolf Park’s hours are sunrise to sunset, and vehicle parking costs $10 for one-time entry.- 04FAQsNo.
What to see around Seawolf Park
Seawolf Park’s main attractions include two historic naval vessels and the remains of a concrete ship visible from the fishing pier.
The City of Galveston identifies the USS Cavalla, a World War II submarine, and the USS Stewart, a destroyer escort, among the park’s attractions.
Galveston’s tourism site says the park takes its name from USS Seawolf (SS-197), lost at sea during World War II. USS Cavalla was transferred from the U.S. Navy in 1971 and towed to its current berth at the park.
The remains of the World War I tanker S.S. Selma can be seen northwest of the fishing pier. A City agenda document describes it as the largest concrete ship constructed. The fishing piers total nearly 3,200 linear feet, and the park has 341 parking spaces.
Seawolf Park was formerly an immigration station on Pelican Island. The City owns the park, and a bridge links the island to Galveston.
Waterfront views and outdoor time
The park combines open water and fishing access with space for picnics and family time outdoors.
You can spend time along the fishing pier, bring a picnic, or let children use the playground. BBQ pits are allowed, but glass, camping, tents and open fires are prohibited. Alcohol and leashed pets are permitted, though pets are excluded from military displays.
Plan outdoor activities around daylight: park hours run from sunrise to sunset, and picnicking and fires are not allowed after dark. After dark, all park visitors must purchase a fishing band, whether they are fishing or not. Overnight fishing is seasonally permitted, with new daily fishing bands required by 6 a.m.
How do you get to the park from Webster?
Seawolf Park is on Pelican Island, which connects to Galveston by bridge, but you’ll need to check the road route and driving time from Webster before setting out.
The City gives the address as 100 Seawolf Park Blvd, Galveston, TX 77550; its address block also gives ZIP code 77551. Use a current map to plan your drive, since the City’s information does not provide a road route or travel time from Webster.
Public-transit directions and current accessibility details are also not provided. Webster visitors planning more local stops can include the subjects covered in a one-day Webster itinerary around Space Center Houston.
Hours, fees and access to verify
Seawolf Park’s hours are sunrise to sunset, and vehicle parking costs $10 for one-time entry. Fishing and Galveston Naval Museum admission have separate fees.
Fishing fees vary by age and residency: adults ages 12–64 pay $6 as Galveston Island residents or $15 as non-residents; seniors ages 65 and older pay $3 or $10; children ages 5–11 pay $3 or $6; and children ages 0–4 fish free. Parking is free with paid fishing.
Galveston Naval Museum admission is $14 for adults ages 12 and older, $10 for children ages 5–11, $10 for seniors over 65, $10 for veterans, free for active military with ID, and $9 for groups. Rules, hours and fees can change, so check the official site before you go. For questions, call 409-797-5114.
FAQs
Can you camp at Seawolf Park?
No. Camping and tents are prohibited.
Can you bring a dog?
Leashed pets are permitted, except in the military displays.
Can you visit after dark without fishing?
All park visitors must purchase a fishing band after dark, even if they are not fishing.