Highway 4 & Boca Chica Beach

Starbase Road Closures

Cameron County closes State Highway 4 and Boca Chica Beach for SpaceX launches and testing at Starbase. Check the schedule below before you drive out to a viewing spot or the beach.

Scheduled Closures

Friday, July 31, 2026

12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. CT · Primary

Closure Scheduled

Saturday, August 1, 2026

12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. CT · Alternative

Possible Closure

Sunday, August 2, 2026

12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. CT · Alternative

Possible Closure
Source: Cameron County · Last updated Monday, June 29, 2026Real-time alerts: text “BEACH” to 866-513-3475

Road Closure FAQ

Is Boca Chica Beach or Highway 4 closed today?

Cameron County closes State Highway 4 and Boca Chica Beach for SpaceX launches and testing. Closure days and times are listed on this page and published officially at cameroncountytx.gov/spacex. For real-time alerts you can also text 'BEACH' to 866-513-3475.

Why does Highway 4 close at Starbase?

State Highway 4 is the only road to the SpaceX launch site and Boca Chica Beach, and it passes close to the pad. Cameron County closes it during launches, static fires, and other hazardous testing to keep the public outside the safety zone. Residents with proof of address between the checkpoints can still reach their homes.

How long do the closures last?

Most closures are scheduled for a block of several hours on a primary date, with one or two alternative (backup) dates in case the activity slips. Actual closures can be lifted early if a test scrubs, or extended if it runs long, so treat the posted times as a window rather than an exact schedule.