🏖 Beaches
Beach conditions, top spots, and coastal news from the Gulf Coast to the Atlantic side of Florida.
Shell Island Shuttle 2026: Tickets, Timing & Boarding
The key 2026 update: the shuttle now boards on North Lagoon Drive, not inside St. Andrews State Park.
Florida Red Tide Update: Low Levels Reported in Gulf Waters
FWC reported low concentrations in parts of the Gulf, with no related fish kills or respiratory irritation reported this week.
Fay and Gonzalo Pose No Florida Threat, Rip Currents Possible
Neither Atlantic tropical storm is forecast to affect Florida directly, but east coast beaches could face dangerous rip currents this weekend.
Sanibel Beach Parking 2026: Fees, Passes & Best Lots
A clear guide to Sanibel’s text-to-pay parking, Lee County pass lots, and where visitor permits work.
Caladesi Island Ferry 2026: Costs, Parking & What to Expect
Plan a smooth four-hour Caladesi Island beach day from Honeymoon Island, from ferry fares and parking to smart packing tips.
Barefoot Beach Preserve: Parking, Fees & Visitor Guide 2026
Everything you need to know before you go — from QR-code parking fees to post-Ian facility updates and what to do if the lots are full.
30A Is the Hamptons of the South — and Now Easier to Reach
Delta's new nonstop service from LaGuardia is putting the Florida Panhandle's most polished beach corridor on New York's radar.
Shark Tooth Hunting in Florida: Rules, Best Spots & What to Know
Five people were just arrested hunting shark teeth in the wrong place — here's how to do it right.
Fort Lauderdale Beach Parking Permit 2026: Cost, Rules & Alternatives
Everything Fort Lauderdale residents — and their visiting friends — need to know about the city's Residential Beach Parking Permit before hitting the sand.
Gulf Islands National Seashore: Fees, Passes & Florida Visitor Guide
Everything you need to know about entrance fees, America the Beautiful passes, free areas, and parking before you go.
Coquina Beach Guide: Parking, Amenities & Insider Tips
Anna Maria Island's southernmost beach delivers free parking, a bayside nature trail, a seasonal market, and the island's easiest trolley access — here's everything to know before you go.
Pinellas County Beach Parking Fees Hit $5–$6 an Hour
Hourly rates have surged since a decade ago, pushing some beachgoers toward flat-fee alternatives like Honeymoon Beach.
Satellite Beach Weighs Bringing Dogs Back to the Shore
A four-month pilot program ended in April, and now the City Council must decide what comes next for four-legged beachgoers.
Pinellas Beach Parking Costs Frustrating Visitors
Hourly rates hitting $5–$6 along the Pinellas coast are pushing beachgoers to rethink their summer plans.
Pinellas County Eyes Big Parking Fee Hike at Three Beach Parks
A switch from a flat $6 daily rate to $3.50 per hour could mean paying $28 for a full day at the beach.
How Fast Can You Hit the Beach After Landing in Florida?
A new global study reveals which Florida beaches are easiest — and hardest — to reach straight from the airport.
Fort De Soto Park: Beaches, Camping & Egmont Key Ferry Guide
Everything you need to plan a perfect day trip or overnight stay at Pinellas County's crown-jewel park — from award-winning beaches to a ferry ride to a ghost-town island.
Dolly Parton's Panama City Beach Legacy Lives On
The late country legend left a lasting mark on Panama City Beach — and it's worth following her footsteps.
Navarre Beach Boardwalk Plan Sparks Fierce Local Backlash
A proposed waterfront boardwalk with shops and food trucks is dividing residents of one of the Panhandle's last undeveloped beach communities.
Canaveral National Seashore: Fees, Passes & What to Know
Florida's longest undeveloped Atlantic beach has two separate entrances, gated hours, and a rocket-launch wild card — here's how to plan it right.
Florida Panhandle's Beach Access Battle Reaches a Boiling Point
A decade-long dispute over who controls the sand along Scenic Highway 30A is reshaping beach access across the Sunshine State.
Florida Panhandle's Beach Access Battle Heats Up
A decade of legal battles over who can use the sand along Scenic 30A has Floridians eyeing a constitutional fix.
Electric Beach Chairs Open Up Florida's Shore to All
A $100,000 grant brought motorized EcoRover beach chairs to four Florida state parks, giving people with mobility challenges real independence on the sand.
Labor Day 2026 in Pensacola: Weather, Crowds & Beach Tips
Here's what to expect at Pensacola Beach this Labor Day weekend, from the forecast to crowd levels.