Photo thanks to Visit Galveston
Dellanera RV Park
A city-run park right on the Gulf beach on Galveston’s west end, with 65 concrete full-hookup sites and a dune walkover straight to the sand.
Galveston, Texas · on the Gulf beach off FM 3005, west of the Seawall
Season
Year-round
Nightly and long stays; prices change daily
Elevation
Near sea level
On the beach on Galveston’s west end, with no road between the sites and the sand
Hookups
Full hookups
20/30/50 amp, water and sewer
Big rigs
Up to about 45 ft
Pull-thrus and beachfront back-ins on concrete
Updated October 13, 2026 · Details checked against the park’s website
West end, right on the beach
The Dellanera experience
A city-owned park with 65 concrete full-hookup sites right on the Gulf on Galveston’s west end. A dune walkover takes you straight to the sand, Moody Gardens is 7 minutes away and the Strand about 13.
Full hookups20/30/50 amp, water and sewer
Pull-thrus & back-insBeachfront and lagoon-side back-ins
On the beachA dune walkover straight to the Gulf
24-hour restroomsWith showers
LaundryOpen 24 hours
Free Wi-FiWeather permitting
Gift shopSnacks, drinks and beach supplies
ClubhousePavilion, meeting room and an upstairs deck
Picnic tables & BBQ pitsAt every site
Beach playgroundPlus horseshoes and cornhole
Free beach wheelchairsFirst come, first served
Pets on leashInside the RV at night
Life at camp
What guests say
The park report card
We don’t recycle other sites’ reviews, but the published scores tell a clear story: RVers love walking straight onto the beach, the clean restrooms and the value, and the gripes are about packed-in sites, road noise from FM 3005, weak Wi-Fi and no pool or resort extras.
How RVers rate it
Category scores from Campendium reviewers, out of 5
Field notes from RVers
Longest rig RVers report40 ft Jan 2021
Cell signal reportedVerizon 4G/5GAT&T 4G/5GT-Mobile 5G
Last reported nightly rateAbout $74 May 2026
As reported by Campendium users. Listings disagree on length: Visit Galveston says rigs of 30 to 45 ft, Campendium 55 ft. Campendium’s May 2026 rate shows as $7,425, which we read as a typo for $74.25. Confirm rates and policies with the park before you go.
Off FM 3005 near 7 Mile Road
Getting there
Dellanera sits on the Gulf side of Termini–San Luis Pass Road (FM 3005) near 7 Mile Road, about 3 miles west of where the Seawall ends.
From Houston: I-45 South over the causeway, exit at 61st Street, right on 61st to Seawall Blvd, then right (west) on Seawall Blvd, which becomes FM 3005, about 3 miles to the park on the leftFrom Freeport and Surfside: Bluewater Hwy (CR 257) across the San Luis Pass toll bridge, then FM 3005 northeast along the island to the park on the right
FM 3005 · 7 MILE RD
Set your GPS
10901 Termini-San Luis Pass Rd, Galveston, TX 77554
To Moody Gardens*About 7 min
To the Pleasure PierAbout 10 min
To the Strand & cruise portAbout 13 min
From downtown HoustonAbout 1 hr 5 min
Right on the beach. Ocean-front sites are back-ins; check the site number when you book, and back in before you check in at sites 45–65.
Hurricane season. June through November; refunds are given only for evacuations, for the days until the park reopens.
*Drive times are from OpenStreetMap routing and are approximate; summer and cruise-day traffic on Seawall Boulevard can add a lot. Locator map is approximate, not for navigation.
Around Galveston
Around Galveston
Moody Gardens is about 7 minutes away, the Pleasure Pier about 10 and the Strand about 13, and Galveston Island State Park is 11 minutes down the island.
Photo thanks to Tony Webster (CC BY 2.0)
Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier
Rides, midway games and a roller coaster on a pier over the Gulf at 25th Street, on the Seawall. Park in the paid lots or meters along Seawall Boulevard.
Photo thanks to Larry D. Moore (CC BY 4.0)
Moody Gardens
Three glass pyramids (an aquarium, a rainforest and a discovery center), plus a seasonal water park and the winter light show.
Photo thanks to Michael Barera (CC BY-SA 4.0)
The Strand Historic District
Victorian iron-front buildings full of shops, candy stores and restaurants, a few blocks from the cruise terminals and the tall ship Elissa.
Photo thanks to Yinan Chen (public domain)
Galveston Island State Park
More than 2,000 acres of beach, dunes and marsh on the west end, with trails, birding and paddling routes on the bay side.
More places to stay
Other parks worth a look
More places to stay on Galveston Island, from our own guides.
Photo thanks to Galveston Island RV Park
Galveston Island RV Park
Our guide to one of the island’s newest parks, with fishing ponds, free kayaks, pickleball and a beach access across the road.
Photo thanks to Stella Mare RV Resort
Stella Mare RV Resort
Our guide to the big west-end resort with 70–90 ft concrete pads, a heated pool and a splash pad, across the road from the beach.
Photo thanks to Galveston RV Resort & Marina
Galveston RV Resort & Marina
Our guide to the gated park on Offatts Bayou, with boat slips, a ramp and a pool, five minutes from Moody Gardens.
Before you book
Plan your stay
Everything that decides whether Dellanera fits your rig, your dates and your budget, in one place.
Our take: the only park on the island where you walk from your site straight onto the Gulf beach, with level concrete full hookups, clean 24-hour restrooms and city-park prices. There’s no pool, no gate and not much privacy, and you’ll hear FM 3005, but for beach time it’s hard to beat.
Reported ratesListings and RVer reports · checked Oct 13, 2026
Good Sam listingFrom $55 /night
Mar 2025 (Campendium)$67 /night
May 2026 (Campendium)About $74 /night
90-day winter stay, 2025$57 /night
Beach day pass$15 /day
The city says prices change daily, so check the booking page for your dates; RVers report higher rates on weekends. Holidays and special events have a two- to three-night minimum. Non-campers can buy a beach day pass for about $15. Good Sam lists a 10% member discount, which may have changed under city management.
Prices are subject to change at any time and may vary by date, season and availability. For the latest pricing, check the city’s Dellanera page or call (409) 797-5102.
Typical July afternoon
Galveston91°
Phoenix107°
Mild winters: January highs average about 63°, which is why Winter Texans fill Galveston’s RV parks; July runs about 91° and humid, with a Gulf breeze.
Is it right for you?
Who it suits, what to consider, and why RVers keep coming back.
Open
Site types
From about $55 to $74 a night reported in 2025–26.
Open
Rates & policies
Check-in, deposits, storms, pets and the rules.
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Before you book
Questions to ask before you reserve.
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Dellanera has been a city-owned beach park since the 1980s. The Galveston Park Board ran it for more than a decade, and the City of Galveston’s Parks & Recreation department took over in late 2025. It suits RVers who want the beach at the end of the boardwalk more than resort amenities.
Best for
- Beach lovers: the only RV park on the island with no road between your site and the sand.
- Value seekers: city-park prices, reported from about $55 to $74 a night.
- Accessibility: free beach wheelchairs at the clubhouse, first come, first served.
- Long stays: RVers report winter stays of up to 90 days.
Consider this
- Sites are close together, with little privacy.
- There’s no pool, no gate and few resort extras.
- FM 3005 traffic can be heard from the front sites.
- Beach-nourishment work has run in front of the park in past years; ask about work during your dates.
Summer in Galveston
Typical July afternoon
91°
Galveston
Galveston Scholes Field
107°
Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor
16 degrees cooler than Phoenix, but humid, with nights near 80°. Normal July highs, 1991–2020.
Every site has 20/30/50 amp power, water and sewer on a level concrete pad, with a picnic table and BBQ pit. Prices change by date and site.
Nightly From $55/night
RVers reported $67 in March 2025 and about $74 in May 2026.
Long stay About $57/night
One RVer paid $57 a night for a 90-day winter stay in 2025. Weekly and monthly rates aren’t published.
Holidays 2–3 nights min.
Holidays and special events require a two- or three-night minimum, and sites fill fast.
Beach day pass About $15/day
Covers the beach, restrooms, showers and parking for day visitors.
Check-in2 p.m.Check-out noon; late check-out until 4 p.m. for a fee
DepositAt least halfCard on file when you book
Cancellation7+ days outOr a one-night fee; half the stay inside 24 hours
RefundsEvacuations onlyNo refunds for early departure
Occupancy1 RV + 1 vehicleExtra vehicles need a permit
PetsOn a leashInside the RV at night
Quiet hours10 p.m.–8 a.m.Generators not allowed
TentsNot allowedSecured canopies OK
FiresBBQ pits onlyNo open fires or glass
Office9 a.m.–5 p.m.Daily; closed Christmas Day
Checked against the City of Galveston’s Dellanera page and visitor information sheet, Visit Galveston and the park’s booking page on October 13, 2026. The city took over the park from the Galveston Park Board in late 2025. Call (409) 797-5102 for current rates.
Good to know before you pull in
Five things that change your booking
Ask these on the phone before you reserve.
- Which sites face the Gulf? Ocean-front sites are back-ins, and some lagoon-side sites have partial ocean views.
- Will my rig fit? Listings range from 45 to 55 ft; give your full length when you book.
- Is any beach work planned? The city has nourished the west-end beaches in recent years; ask whether crews will be working during your stay.
- Do you still honor Good Sam? The 10% discount dates from the Park Board years.
- Can I bring a second vehicle? Each site gets one RV and one vehicle; extra vehicles need a permit.
Know before you go
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you hit the road.
Season: Year-round
Ready to camp on the beach in Galveston?
Hook up, cross the dune walkover and put your toes in the Gulf. Book online, or call Dellanera for long stays and holiday dates.
Thank you to the people behind these photos and this video. Please support them by giving their work a look. The park photos come from Visit Galveston, with our thanks, and the video tour is by the City of Galveston. Area photos via Wikimedia Commons: Tony Webster (Pleasure Pier; CC BY 2.0), Larry D. Moore (Moody Gardens; CC BY 4.0), Michael Barera (the Strand; CC BY-SA 4.0) and Yinan Chen (Galveston Island State Park; public domain); the images were resized. Other-park photos: Galveston Island RV Park, Stella Mare RV Resort and Galveston RV Resort & Marina. Review-site logos are trademarks of their owners.
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