Big Shell Beach, TX
Sunrise to Sunset
1412 miles
90
°F
7
11
mph
76
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions at 4 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (16mph)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 2 PM-3 PM (UV Index 7)
About This Beach
Big Shell Beach is a remote, secluded beach in Texas accessible only by 4x4 vehicle. Driving on the beach itself is a significant part of the experience, and visitors should be prepared for a long journey. The beach is known for its abundance of shells, peaceful atmosphere, and stunning natural beauty.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Secluded
Amenities
No amenities available.
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 9/9/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 90° | 7 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 89° | 7 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 89° | 7 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 89° | 6 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 88° | 4 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 87° | 3 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 85° | 1 | 15 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 9/9/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 86°F | 1.6 ft | 5s | ↘ SE | +0.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 86°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | +0.2 ft |
| 15:00 | 86°F | 1.6 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.1 ft |
| 16:00 | 86°F | 1.7 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.3 ft |
| 17:00 | 86°F | 1.8 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.6 ft |
| 18:00 | 86°F | 1.8 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -0.8 ft |
| 19:00 | 86°F | 1.8 ft | 4s | ↘ SE | -1.0 ft |