Galveston Bay (/ ˈɡælvɪstən / GAL-vis-tən) is a bay in the western Gulf of Mexico along the upper coast of Texas. It is the seventh-largest estuary in the United States, [2] and the largest of seven major …

The Galveston Bay Area is home to some of the best attractions Texas has to offer, including Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn Waterpark, the Kemah Boardwalk, and miles of sun-kissed beaches along …

Galveston Bay, inlet of the Gulf of Mexico, on the southeastern shore of Texas, U.S. Protected from the gulf by the Bolivar Peninsula and Galveston Island, the shallow bay (average depth is 7 feet [2.1 …

Galveston Bay is a tremendous recreational, economic, and environmental asset to Texas and the nation. The Bay and its surrounding watershed are a complex, interconnected system composed of …

Galveston Bay, its bayous, and diverse natural features make this region geographically unique, provide many recreational opportunities, and play an essential role in maintaining our quality of life. It is …

The longshore currents along the new shoreline deposited sediments, eventually creating the sandbar we now know as Galveston Island about 5,000 years ago and Bolivar Peninsula about 2,500 years …

Dec 23, 2025 · A plane reportedly crashed in Galveston Bay near the Galveston Causeway. A Mexican official says the plane was helping with medical support for a foundation assisting burn patients. The …

Feb 14, 2017 · Discover Galveston Bay, the largest estuary on the Texas coast, its significance in fishing, shipping, and history, and its geographical features.

Jan 2, 2026 · Five victims of last week’s Galveston Bay medical plane crash are being honored in Texas City before their remains are flown back to Mexico.

Galveston Island State Park, near Houston, spans from the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico to Galveston Bay. The natural coastal setting is a great spot for swimming, fishing, camping, picnicking and wildlife …