Hi Buck,
Galveston is pretty open. Beach parking is $8, or you can get an annual pass for $25 that is good for the beach lots and seawall parking. There is a small area called Galveston state park that is off limits.
Stewart Beach is the family beach, East Beach is the party beach. Other spots to hit are in front of the Galvez and San Luis hotels, Pleasure Pier, and the 61st st jetty where the surfers hang out.
We've had a huge flow of seaweed coming in over the last few weeks, but good items are being found.
Wayne
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