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FLORIDA BEACHES » Top 10 best
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Bahia Honda State Park
The soft white sand beaches of Bahia
Honda State Park. Although you'll pay a small fee per car to gain access
to the beach, there are so many activities once you get there that it is
worth the investment. In addition to the shallow reefs, you'll find a
gift shop, snack bar and many activities.
Kayaking is as low as $10 an hour and
snorkeling around $30. Bahia also offers soft sand for children to
play in and gentle waves to splash around in. | |
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Caladesi Island State Park
Caladesi can be accessed by
ferry or private boat and is somewhat secluded. The beach is 100 percent
natural and the white sand has been rated as number one amongst Florida
beaches. Be sure to check out the three-mile hiking trail. View some
photographs of this beautiful beach. Since this beach is located in
a state park, you can also get more information on
camping. | |
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Cape Florida State Park
Located in the southern part of the
island of Key Biscayne. History lovers will adore this beach, which
dates back to Ponce de Leon and has an
old lighthouse, which visitors can tour.
Key Biscayne actually offers some information on the beach and the
surrounding area for tourists, including a map of the area, postcards
you can print, info on the No Name Harbor, guidelines for recreation in
the park and information on fishing. | |
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Cocoa Beach
Nestled on Florida's east coast, Cocoa Beach is
near Kennedy Space Center. Cocoa Beach is known as the "surfing capital"
of the east coast. The weather is typically mild in the winter and the
summer.
Visitors can learn details such as that it is made up of six miles
of beach and that a beach trolley system is available.
Local attractions include beach, beach and more beach. Cocoa's
proximity to Kennedy Space Center and the friendly locals make this a
must visit beach. | |
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Daytona Beach
When you think of Daytona Beach, you likely
think of race cars and the 500 mile race. However, Daytona beach is a
great place to visit at any time of year. In addition to the miles of
beaches, you'll find a map listing how far it is to different
area attractions. As for the beach, you can find out current weather
and beach conditions, visit during sea turtle season, learn about
beachfront parks and find out what rules you must follow while visiting
local beaches. | |
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Panama City Beach
Affectionately called PCB, this beach is
great for all ages. They are known for their white sand beaches. Panama
City lies in northwest Florida. The average temperature is 74 degrees.
The beach is bordered on both sides by state parks, making it seem even
larger than it is. It also features the
longest pier on the Gulf Coast. Learn about local community events
at the
Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce site. | |
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Saint Andrews State Recreation Center
Travel Magazine
named this beach one of the best beaches in the world. Located on the
Gulf of Mexico, not only are the sands white, but the water is clear
Caribbean blue. Just a few of the available activities include fishing,
snorkeling, swimming, canoeing, diving and hiking. You can even enjoy a
beach picnic at one of the provided tables. Learn more about
camping sites and their primitive camping for groups of youth. | |
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Saint Joseph Peninsula State Park
Another Gulf of Mexico
beach, this is one of those really popular destinations that can
sometimes get crowded, but you completely understand why. Swimming,
sunbathing and snorkeling are some of the more popular happenings at
this beach. Many bird watchers flock to Saint Joseph, where hundreds of
species of birds have been identified. Get
information such as hours of operation and camping site fees. | |
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Sanibel Island Beach
One of Florida's hidden gems located
in the southwest, near Fort Myers. The island itself is only 12 miles
long and 4 miles wide. If you love to hunt seashells, then this is the
beach for you. Make sure you visit
Sanibel Seashell Industries while you're there to learn more about
seashelling and see what they have available for tourists. There are
many
different beach destinations in Sanibel, including one with a
lighthouse. | |
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Siesta Key Beach
With three beaches on the Gulf of
Mexico, Siesta Key is a great vacation destination. The beaches include
Siesta Public Beach, Crescent Beach and Turtle Beach. Learn more about
the
powdery beaches and available activities. The beach is located near
Sarasota, where you can enjoy nightlife, shopping and dining. Want to
see a few photos of this beautiful expanse of sand and sea? Check out
the
Orlando Sentinel's contest photos. | |
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