Seawall Boulevard, Galveston

Seawall Boulevard · Galveston → Seawall Boulevard west end

Leisurely6.6 mi20 min0 ft climbHigh point ≈ 0 ftOne way

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The drive

Seawall Boulevard runs along the Gulf side of Galveston Island on top of the seawall built after the hurricane of 1900. The beach is on one side and hotels and houses on the other. It is a straight, low-speed drive with traffic signals, about seven miles, ending where the Termini-San Luis Pass Road begins.

Construction of the seawall began in 1902, with the first segment finished in 1904. It started 3.3 miles long and was extended over the years to roughly 10 miles, with the last segment completed in 1963. In 2025 Guinness certified the seawall walkway as the longest in the world at 10.3 miles.

This is a coast and history drive, not a twisty one. It ends where the Bluewater Highway drive begins.

Along the way

Galveston (Seawall Boulevard)
Seawall Boulevard west end

Elevation

0 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 0 ft

GalvestonSeawall Boulevard west end

Curves

Mostly gentle curves

GalvestonSeawall Boulevard west end

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Good to know

Traffic is slow, with signals and a busy weekend scene.
The seawall was built after the 1900 hurricane, and the island is exposed to Gulf storms; check conditions during hurricane season.
The road ends where the Bluewater Highway drive begins.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check TxDOT DriveTexas.

Questions about this drive

How long is Seawall Boulevard in Galveston?

The Seawall Boulevard drive is 6.6 miles and takes about 20 minutes with traffic signals; the seawall itself is roughly 10 miles.

Why was the Galveston Seawall built?

It was built after the 1900 hurricane to protect the city, with construction beginning in 1902.

Is Seawall Boulevard busy?

Yes. It is a signal-controlled road with beach-season and weekend crowds.

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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