Salt Air and Roller Coasters: A Day at the Kemah Boardwalk
The sparkling jewel of the Texas Gulf Coast. The Backstory The name "Kemah" comes from a Karankawa Indian word meaning "wind in my face," and that’s exactly what you get at this waterfront destination. While the area has been a hub for shrimping and fishing for a century, the Kemah Boardwalk as we know it today was developed by Tilman Fertitta’s Landry’s Inc. in the late 1990s. It was designed to bring the classic Atlantic City or Santa Monica "pleasure pier" vibe to the Lone Star State. The boardwalk has survived its fair share of Texas weather, including a devastating hit from Hurricane Ike in 2008. But like a true Texan, it came back bigger and better, serving as a hub for dining, thrill rides, and live music that draws millions of visitors every year. 📍 At a Glance Location: 215 Kipp Ave, Kemah, TX 77565 Region: Gulf Coast Typical Timeframe: 4 - 6 hours Must Ride: The Boardwalk Bullet wooden roller coaste...