New Smyrna Beach is known as one of the best surf spots on the East Coast with consistent breaks attracting surfers year-round. The beach allows vehicles on hard-packed sand (with permit) making it easily accessible. Flagler Avenue offers a charming strip of boutiques, galleries, and restaurants leading to the beach. The area has a strong […]
Beaches for Swimming
Grayton Beach State Park
Grayton Beach State Park features consistently ranked among America’s most beautiful beaches with sugar-white sand and emerald green water. The park is unique for its rare coastal dune lakes, a natural phenomenon found in few places worldwide where freshwater lakes intermittently connect with the Gulf of Mexico. A 4.5-mile hiking trail winds through a coastal […]
Juno Beach
Juno Beach offers a quieter alternative to other Palm Beach County beaches with excellent surfing conditions and a dog-friendly section. The Juno Beach Pier is popular for fishing and dolphin watching. The town is a major sea turtle nesting site, home to the Loggerhead Marinelife Center where visitors can learn about turtle conservation. The beach […]
Siesta Key Beach
Consistently ranked among America’s best beaches, Siesta Key is famous for its 99% pure quartz sand that stays cool under foot even on hot days. Features crystal clear waters, excellent facilities including tennis courts, picnic areas, and a playground. Draws visitors worldwide for its powdery white sand and family-friendly atmosphere.
St. Pete Beach
Award-winning destination featuring wide, white-sand beaches and the historic pink Don CeSar hotel. Known for stunning sunsets, watersports, and proximity to downtown St. Petersburg’s vibrant art scene. Offers a blend of old Florida charm and modern amenities with numerous beachfront restaurants and bars.
Daytona Beach
Famous for its wide, compact sandy shores where visitors can drive and park directly on the beach, Daytona Beach offers a unique beach experience. The area is known for the Daytona International Speedway, hosting NASCAR races. The beachfront features a bustling boardwalk and pier with rides, games, restaurants, and shops. Popular for surfing and water […]
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale Beach features a pristine shoreline with blue waters and palm-lined promenade. The beach’s signature wave wall and brick-paved promenade make it perfect for walking, jogging, biking, or rollerblading. Unlike its wild spring break days, the beach now offers a more sophisticated experience with upscale resorts, boutiques, and restaurants along A1A. The beach is […]
Nanny Goat Beach (Sapelo Island)
Named for the goats that once grazed here, this remote beach on Sapelo Island offers excellent shell collecting and swimming opportunities. Near the University of Georgia Marine Institute and accessible through guided tours or by reservation.
Great Dunes Beach (Jekyll Island)
Jekyll Island’s most accessible beach with parking, restrooms, picnic pavilions, and beach wheelchair access. Features the Great Dunes Park with volleyball courts and picnic areas. Popular for swimming due to its typically calm waters.
Massengale Park Beach (St. Simons)
Family-friendly beach park featuring picnic facilities, a playground, and easy beach access. Popular with locals and visitors with children. Offers shaded areas for relaxation and public restrooms. Located in a residential area with limited parking.