Quiet, but for a reason. You can’t set up a tent (including small sun shades) within 100 feet of the water unless you rent one from the approved vendor. It costs $15 to park but that doesn’t give you actual beach access, only the right to park near it. It’s like setting up a chair in the deserts of Arizona with a hot breeze and blowing sand helping to exfoliate. The one benefit is that by the time you get back to your tent from your swim you will be dry, so no towels needed. There are plenty of other free and paid beaches in the area with better access. Oh, and let’s not forget the swarms of mosquitoes at the shower…

Beautiful Beach and view. Free parking outside the paid area and not to far from the shore. 4 stars for bathrooms closing at 6:30 snd having port-a-pots but they were nasty. Shells on beach but mostly thin ones with little color. Still we had a great time.

Always love coming to East Beach to walk, breathe fresh air and watch the ships come and go in the channel. One of my favorite spots on the island

Rented a canopy and chairs and it was fantastic! The guy working even gave me a ride to my car to grab all our gear! It was great! Will definitely rent again!

Great family beach. Lots of shops across the street. Some pretty good restaurants. Kids had a blast. Ocean water looks extremely dirty so If your looking for that pretty blue beach water, you won't find it here

I absolutely loved east Beach when I was a teenager, and still, as an adult, I love East Beach. Always clean, most of the time, there's a friendly face. It's a lot cleaner these days. My grandson loves it here. Used to be 12 dollars to park now it's 15 oh well can play all day right there on East Beach. Thank yall ⛱️

Really nice stretch of beach. Just far enough past the major tourist areas to not be overcrowded.

We really enjoyed our time at this beach! It was off the beaten path, not too crowded, and beautiful. The availability of bathrooms, rental chairs/umbrellas, and beverages was nice. This will be our go to spot in Galveston now!!

Super sandy day! That part was completely out of anyone’s control. Im extremely grateful for the showers which were amazing. Wish the food was a little more cost effective but overall I had a great experience!

Nice location with sandy beaches. It seemed like there were a lot of people there but it was my first time going! Had an awesome time swimming with my dog !

Went to the sandcastle building. Crowded. Parking lot people were not very good at doing their job but great at talking to one another. Sandcastles were amazing. A big thanks to the EMTs who had their hands full with heat related sickness. Thank you for the care you gave our son. Thanks to the police officers who got our son to the EMTs! Thank you to the lifeguards who got us back to our RV after our son recovered. May 30 – August 20, 2023: Monday - Thursday: 9AM - 6PM Friday - Sunday: 8AM - 7PM *Monday, May 29 (Memorial Day): 8AM - 7PM *Monday, July 3 (Independence Day): 8AM - 7PM *Tuesday, July 4 (Independence Day): 8AM - 7PM August 21 – September 4, 2023: Monday - Thursday: Closed Friday - Sunday: 8AM - 7PM *Monday, September 4 (Labor Day): 8AM – 7PM September 5 – November 5, 2023: Monday - Thursday: Closed Friday - Sunday: 9AM - 6PM Nov 6th - closed until 2024 season (Cash or credit card) Monday - Thursday: $12/vehicle Friday, Saturday & Sunday: $15/vehicle $50 Seasonal Beach Park Pass (window decal) for entry to the following beach parks for the entire season (March to October): East Beach, Stewart Beach, Dellanara RV Park, and West End Pocket Parks. $95 for an Ultimate Pass (window decal) for an entire year of seawall parking plus entry to the beach parks for the entire season

This is our favorite and go-to place in Galveston!!! The rental options, cantina, beach delivery, showers/restrooms, and services just make it stand out. Even on a busy day, it is great. Surprised by how getting here early even on a weekend had plenty of space before the sun gets too high in the sky! Great place to beat the heat.

Sand was white and soft. Not full of crushed rock and shell which was nice. Just wish the driving areas were more compact for car drivers to navigate better through.

We arrived late afternoon. We were all thrown out by Galveston police at eight pm. The sun was still bright and plenty of people still enjoying the beach. All the other beaches still open but Apfel east beach was closed

By far one of the most beautiful beaches on Galveston Island, perfect for bird watching, sunrises and shell searching.

Excellent time. Little over cast but nice.

Great job on the construction!! Very nice playground as well!

Totally spectacular...for an early fall weekend....you have to pay for parking along seawall between the hours of 10am-6pm