The USS Cavalla is one of only two Gato-class submarines remaining in the United States.
The USS Stewart is one of the last two preserved destroyer escorts in existence.
The SS Selma, visible in the water, is a rare example of a concrete-hulled tanker constructed due to steel shortages during WWI.
The park is located on the site of a former US Army training camp and later an immigration station.
Pelican Island, where the park is situated, was historically connected to Galveston Island via a causeway that supports industrial and academic activity.
Seawolf Park is a maritime memorial site situated on Pelican Island in Galveston, Texas. The park is home to the USS Stewart, a Cannon-class destroyer escort, and the USS Cavalla, a Gato-class submarine that earned a Presidential Unit Citation. These historic vessels are permanently dry-docked and open for public exploration. Beyond the military displays, the park features a long fishing pier extending into the Galveston Ship Channel. The site occupies the remains of the former Immigration Station of Galveston. Visitors can view the salvaged remnants of the SS Selma, a concrete ship built during World War I, visible just off the park's coastline. The area is maintained as a public park with picnic facilities and open green space.
The elevated viewing area that allows a wide-angle shot of both the USS Cavalla and the USS Stewart in the same frame.
Bring a hat and high-SPF sunscreen, as the site has very little natural shade.
The metal decks of the historic ships can become extremely hot in direct sunlight; wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes.
Check local wind forecasts, as the exposed location on the channel can be significantly breezier than inland Galveston.
Do not attempt to swim in the channel, as it is a busy commercial waterway with strong currents.
The park may close periodically during severe weather events or hurricane warnings; check official park status before arrival.
Maintain respectful behavior around the military memorial sites; avoid climbing on exterior equipment.
