RECREATION

State Parks

• Galveston Island State Park
  West Beach • Galveston, TX 77554
  737-1222
  The 2,000 acres of this park cut across the narrow center of the island taking in a 1.6 mile beach on the Gulf on one side and the marshes on Galveston Bay on the other. more...  map

Equine

• Gulf Stream Stables
  Eight Mile Road & West Beach
  409-744-1004
  Enjoy year-round horseback riding on the beach at this stable that offers special group rates on weekdays. Rentals are also available.  map

Golf

• Galveston Country Club
  14228 Stewart Road • Galveston, TX 77551
  409-737-9800
  Founded in 1898, this country club is Texas' oldest private country club and features a scenic 18 hole championship golf course, a driving range, putting green, and a fully stocked pro shop.  map

• Galveston Island Municipal Golf Course
  1700 Syndor Lane • Galveston, TX 77551
  409-741-4626
  One of the top five municipal golf courses in Texas, this links style 18 hole, par 72 golf course has numerous challenging bumps and rolls and includes a pro shop and snack bar on site. Lessons and club rentals are available.  map

Outfitters & Guides

• Rain Check Charters
  Galveston Yacht Basin Slip D-11
  409-789-6089
  Take a bay fishing excursion or a scenic cruise aboard this 38 foot Luhrs that has full electronics, radar, color fish finder, and VHF marine radio. Rods, reels, bait, and tackle are provided.  map