Plain-English, sourced
Beach guides
Practical, sourced information for finding and using Florida's public beach access points.
Guide 01How to Find Public Beach Access in FloridaWhat the Florida Constitution and statutes say about the beach below the mean high-water line, how to spot a public access, and how to use DEP data.Read guide Guide 02Free vs. Paid Beach Parking in FloridaHow many DEP-listed accesses record parking or entrance fees, what the fee notes look like, and how to plan around paid lots and limited spaces.Read guide Guide 03Accessible Florida Beaches: ADA TipsFinding ADA-accessible accesses and ADA parking in DEP data, beach wheelchairs and mats at Florida State Parks, and what to check before you go.Read guide Guide 04Gulf vs. Atlantic Beaches in FloridaHow Florida DEP splits the coast into the Panhandle, the Southwest Gulf coast and the Atlantic coast, and how access points compare across them.Read guide