Ponte Vedra · Florida
Mickler’s Landing
- State
- Florida
- County
- St. Johns County
- City / community
- Ponte Vedra Beach
Ponte Vedra Beach is an unincorporated community in St. Johns County; it is not an incorporated city.
Northeast Florida · Ponte Vedra
Mickler’s Landing is a public beachfront park in Ponte Vedra. Restrooms, showers and a pavilion make it a practical base for exploring this stretch of coast.
Today at the beach
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Latest weather
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Daily forecast
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High & low tides
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Jacksonville Beach. Nearby coastal reference; timing varies along the coast. Predictions, not measured water levels or safe crossing times.
NOAA tide station ↗NOAA swim & rip-current forecast
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Forecast risk is not the flag flying at this beach. Conditions can vary within the forecast area.
Official local flag & condition status
Flag color: not currently verified
The county publishes access and driving updates through SJC Beaches. A colored swimming flag is not assumed from those notices.
The Beach Database does not convert weather or a rip-current forecast into a colored flag. Check flags and signs on arrival and ask a lifeguard where available.
Active warnings & alerts
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Weather alerts do not confirm swimming safety, lifeguard staffing, water quality or beach closures. No alert does not mean safe water.
Water quality
Official beach bacteria testing · Florida Healthy Beaches
Mickler’s Landing sampling point.
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Waiting for the official report.
Official St Johns County results ↗ · About Florida Healthy Beaches ↗
What these results mean
Enterococci are bacteria used to indicate possible fecal contamination. Florida describes 0–35 per 100 mL as Good, 36–70 as Moderate, and 71 or more as Poor. These are periodic laboratory samples, not continuous monitoring.
Samples more than 14 days old are marked older by The Beach Database. This is our freshness reminder, not an official advisory threshold. A “Good” sample or “No” advisory in an older report does not establish today’s conditions.
Testing does not rule out all pathogens, harmful algae, sewage spills or other hazards. Follow current posted advisories and closures. Water clarity, surf flags and bacteria results measure different things.
Browse all 171 St. Johns County mapped beach-access records ↗
Plan your visit
Getting from the car to the coast, and what to bring. Nearby services are distinguished from facilities at this beach.
Walk from parkingWalkover / mat plus soft sand
Use the designated dune walkover and Mobi-Mat. The county reports approximately 30 feet of soft sand before hard-packed sand; that is not the total walk from the parking space. Total distance and current ramp slope are not measured here.
Accessibility: Walkover & Mobi-Mat. The county notes about 30 feet of soft sand beyond the accessible route to hard-packed sand.
St. Johns County · Beach access surfaces ↗See the Accessibility entry below for its official source.
Shade & picnic areasPavilion and picnic tables
The county lists a pavilion and picnic tables at the park. Availability is not guaranteed, and the pavilion does not shade the open beach.
St. Johns County · Mickler’s Landing ↗Drinking waterNot yet confirmed
A public drinking fountain or bottle-refill point at this beach access has not been confirmed. Bring drinking water; showers and restroom sinks are not being listed as refill stations.
Concessions & suppliesNot yet confirmed
An operating on-site food or drink concession has not been verified. Pack what you need; nearby businesses and temporary vendors may have separate hours.
Beach chairs & umbrellasArea delivery · confirm this access
Beach Life Rentals lists chairs and umbrellas, beachfront hotel locations and delivery in Atlantic, Neptune, Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra Beach. Confirm your exact access and whether setup or delivery is available; a hotel stand is not present at every public entrance.
Beach Life Rentals · Locations and delivery ↗Cell serviceNot field-tested
Reliable, recent carrier-specific reception at this beach has not been verified. Check your carrier or the FCC mobile map for this location; modeled coverage is not a beach signal test. Save your route and access instructions offline before visiting.
FCC · How to use mobile coverage maps ↗Reviewed September 22, 2026. Unknown means unverified, not absent. Distances are published reference values where stated, not a current route survey. Services and equipment availability can change. Rental links are unpaid; no affiliate commission is included.
Public or private?
Public access
Who can visit: Open to the general public, including visitors, during permitted hours and subject to posted rules.
Entry route, fees & access boundaries
- Manager / access authority
- St. Johns County
- Access basis
- This listing covers a publicly managed beach access or park, not a private guest-only beach.
- Where to enter
- Mickler’s Landing county beachfront park and its public walkover.
- Fees & reservations
- Public access does not establish free parking. See Parking & entry for the researched fee information.
- Restrictions & exceptions
- Use the county park entrance; surrounding private property is not an alternative entry route. The vehicle ramp is for emergency use, not public beach driving.
- What this label covers
- The named park or beach entrance and its designated visitor areas. Adjacent land ownership and exact shoreline boundaries are not surveyed in this guide.
Beach ownership, the route across land, public shoreline-use rights and access to facilities are separate questions. Rules vary by state and location. Use the identified public entrance or documented permission; neither a nearby resort nor an admission fee by itself establishes that a beach is private. A mapped beach is not permission to cross private property.
Access policy reviewed 2026-09-22. Not a live closure report or a property-boundary survey.
Crowd meter
Typical atmosphere estimate · not live occupancy. Holiday demand signal; provisional sand estimate.
County holiday shuttle service is evidence of access demand, not a headcount on the sand. The 4/5 estimate is provisional and most useful for planning around the main access.
Busy days, times & seasonsPlan around weekends, holidays and local activity
Days: Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day weekends are the clearest documented planning concern: the county provides holiday shuttles. Other sunny weekends are a likely busy period, not a measured ranking.
Time of day: Planning estimate: late morning through midafternoon is the main beach-day window. Try the first part of the permitted opening hours for a quieter visit; no measured hourly peak is available.
Time of year: Summer holiday demand is supported by the county shuttle program. Outside holidays, seasonal crowd levels remain an editorial estimate; cooler weekday visits are a reasonable quieter-time choice.
Find a quieter visitWhere people gather & when to try
Try a nonholiday weekday early within park hours. For summer holiday visits, check the county shuttle page rather than assuming space in the main lot.
Within this beach: The walkover area and parking demand may feel much busier than open shoreline farther from the entrance.
Quieter does not mean safer swimming or staffed lifeguards. Use posted opening hours, weather guidance and access restrictions when choosing a time.
How the meter works & sources
1 = very quiet; 2 = laid-back; 3 = moderate; 4 = lively / busy; 5 = very busy. Higher means more activity, not a better beach. Ratings compare the general daytime experience near the featured access in fair beach weather, mainly during the warm season outside major holidays. They are editorial estimates based on the evidence described above, not measured occupancy percentages or forecasts.
Weekends, events, tides and the exact part of the beach can change the experience. Parking pressure is distinguished from crowding on the sand. No beach is promised to be deserted. “Unrated” means evidence is insufficient; it does not mean empty. General timing advice is labeled as a planning estimate wherever local attendance data is unavailable.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. No live crowd tracking or hourly visitor counts are connected.
Sand & sandcastles
Pink coquina sand. Tap a topic for texture, comfort and family sand-play advice.
Color, texture & shellsPink coquina sandCounty-confirmed sand type
St. Johns County identifies the beach as pink coquina sand: a distinctive shell-rich surface.
Shell material is a defining feature. Expect a different feel from a fine, uniform sand beach; the county does not provide a grain-size measurement or a promise that every patch is coarse.
Barefoot comfort, kids & castlesFind finer patches for castlesPractical guidance · not a field-tested rating
Underfoot: Sandals are useful for shellier patches, especially for sensitive feet. Check a spot before children kneel or run barefoot.
Sand play: Choose a finer, damp patch with fewer large shell pieces for bucket castles. Treat this as a practical suggestion, not a tested sand-sculpting rating. Shellier patches can be more interesting for inspecting textures than for detailed towers.
Sand can become hot regardless of color. Check it before children sit or go barefoot. Tides, storms and beach nourishment can change the surface; these descriptions are not live condition reports or swimming-safety ratings.
Use open beach sand, leave dunes and nesting areas alone, fill holes and flatten castles before leaving so turtles have a clear path. FWC beach-care guidance ↗
Desk review: September 22, 2026. Local observations and sand samples are still needed where noted.
Surfing profile
A long-term assessment for this shoreline, paired with the live NOAA surf and wind information near the top of this page.
- Break type
- Open Atlantic sandbar beach break
- Best suited to
- Beginner on small, clean days; experience needed as size and current increase
Rideable surf depends on swell direction, wind, tide and the sandbars in front of the chosen access. The live NOAA panel above gives the current regional surf height and wind; inspect the shoreline before paddling out.
Watch for: Rip currents, shifting sandbars, shorebreak, other water users and changing weather. Stay clear of swimmers and use a leash.
Current reports, cameras & social updates
Use the newest time-stamped report. A camera or local post can show shore conditions that a regional model misses; an offshore buoy does not equal breaking-wave height at this access.
Editorial suitability rating reviewed September 23, 2026. It describes the location, not today’s wave quality or safety.
SMALL FINDS, GREAT BEACH DAYS
ShellingProvisional · local beachcombing evidenceExplore finds & tips
Quality & what to expect
A worthwhile beachcombing stop on a coquina-sand shore. The A1A byway organization recommends beachcombing here, but does not measure whole-shell quality. Expect the hunt to include shell fragments.
Shell types & likely finds
Coquina sand is documented; that is not a verified list of collectible shell species. Common intact shells at this access remain to be confirmed.
How to look
Walk the exposed shell lines around low tide and compare several patches of wet sand. Return after rough weather only when conditions are safe. A beach full of fragments may yield few intact shells.
Collect thoughtfully
Leave living or occupied shells and live sand dollars where they are. Stay off dunes and outside wildlife closures. Use surface beachcombing; this guide does not authorize digging or entering restricted land.
Desk review: September 22, 2026
Shark tooth huntingProvisional · location reportedExplore finds & tips
Your chances of finding teeth
Worth a deliberate search: the A1A byway organization specifically mentions prehistoric shark teeth here. That supports trying the beach, not a guaranteed haul or measured chance of success.
Tooth types & likely finds
Prehistoric shark teeth are documented, but the source does not identify the most common shark groups. Local species frequencies remain unverified; we are not importing an Amelia Island list.
How to look
Slow down at patches of shell grit and scan for small triangular or needle-like teeth. Try exposed tide lines around low tide; finding nothing on a visit is possible even at a well-known beach.
Collect thoughtfully
Leave living or occupied shells and live sand dollars where they are. Stay off dunes and outside wildlife closures. Use surface beachcombing; this guide does not authorize digging or entering restricted land.
Desk review: September 22, 2026
Sea glassQuality, searching & collection rules +
Quality & likely finds
A reliable beach-specific assessment of sea-glass abundance, colors and well-rounded pieces is not yet available. Treat a find as a bonus to a beach walk; shelling or shark-tooth quality does not predict sea-glass quality.
Recognizing & looking for sea glass
Naturally weathered glass often has a cloudy surface and softened edges; some fragments remain sharp. Local color frequencies are unverified. Scan exposed sand and shell lines on a low-tide walk only where access is open. Never add broken glass to the beach, dig into dunes, or pick up sharp fragments barehanded. Report hazardous debris to staff.
May I take it home?
Collection rules unconfirmed. Ask St. Johns County Beach Services about keeping surface sea glass at this access. A general beachcombing description or a ban on bringing glass containers does not settle whether found sea glass may be removed.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Ratings describe finding or viewing quality; they never grant collection permission. Unrated means evidence is insufficient, not a score of zero.
DriftwoodViewing, collection rules & penalties +
What to expect
The quantity, size and condition of washed-up wood at this beach have not been verified. Driftwood can shift with tides and storms; visible wood is not automatically available to take home.
Looking without disturbing
Photograph interesting shapes where they lie. Do not drag logs, dismantle natural wood piles or disturb wildlife shelter. Keep clear of floating or shifting logs and rising tides; wood trapped in dunes should remain undisturbed.
May I take it home?
Check before collecting. A driftwood-specific permission or prohibition has not been verified for this access. Leave it in place until St. Johns County Beach Services confirms whether removal is allowed and any size, quantity or permit limits. Do not cut trees, detach branches or remove wood from dunes.
Penalties & enforcement
A driftwood-specific offense and applicable penalty have not been established for this beach. No fine amount is quoted; unconfirmed does not mean legal or penalty-free. State-park penalties shown for other beaches must not be applied here automatically.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Ratings describe finding or viewing quality; they never grant collection permission. Unrated means evidence is insufficient, not a score of zero.
Snorkeling & scuba diving
Ratings are for entering from this beach. Offshore boat diving is assessed separately.
SnorkelingProvisional · shore onlyVisibility, wildlife & rentals +
What to expect
Limited appeal for a dedicated snorkeling trip. This guide has not established a sheltered, reliably clear snorkeling area or a shore-access reef at this beach. A calm day may allow a brief look, but swimming suitability alone does not establish good snorkeling.
Underwater visibility
Variable / unmeasured. No reliable beach-specific underwater visibility range in feet or meters was found. Surf can suspend sand, so surface water color is not a visibility measurement. Confirm conditions locally on the day; no season or tide guarantees clear water.
Fish & sea life
Florida sandy-shore habitat can support pompano, whiting and jacks; striped mullet also inhabit coastal waters. These are regional habitat examples, not a verified list of common underwater sightings at this beach. Beach-specific abundance and other sea-life sightings remain unconfirmed.
Entry, conditions & experience
Use the beach’s posted water-access areas and current flags. Avoid fishing lines, surfers, piers and boat traffic. This rating does not confirm scuba permission or certify an entry route; ask the beach manager before planning a shore dive.
This is not a designated beginner snorkeling recommendation. Go with a buddy; skip water entry when surf, currents or visibility are unsuitable.
Equipment rental nearby
Divers Supply Jacksonville advertises scuba rentals, including tanks, regulators, BCDs and wetsuits, and requires a certification card. Call 904-646-3828 for availability and directions. Mask, snorkel and fin rental availability is unconfirmed. This is an off-beach shop requiring a separate trip, not a verified beach concession or walking-distance rental. Divers Supply Jacksonville: equipment rentals ↗
Scuba divingProvisional · shore onlyVisibility, wildlife & rentals +
What to expect
Limited as a planned shore dive. A recreational shore-entry dive route, depth profile and underwater attraction have not been verified here. Regional offshore reefs should be planned as a separate boat trip with a qualified operator.
Underwater visibility
Variable / unmeasured. No reliable beach-specific underwater visibility range in feet or meters was found. Surf can suspend sand, so surface water color is not a visibility measurement. Confirm conditions locally on the day; no season or tide guarantees clear water.
Fish & sea life
Florida sandy-shore habitat can support pompano, whiting and jacks; striped mullet also inhabit coastal waters. These are regional habitat examples, not a verified list of common underwater sightings at this beach. Beach-specific abundance and other sea-life sightings remain unconfirmed.
Entry, conditions & experience
Use the beach’s posted water-access areas and current flags. Avoid fishing lines, surfers, piers and boat traffic. This rating does not confirm scuba permission or certify an entry route; ask the beach manager before planning a shore dive.
Use a trained buddy and stay within your certification and experience. No recommended shore-dive depth or route is established in this guide.
Equipment rental nearby
Divers Supply Jacksonville advertises scuba rentals, including tanks, regulators, BCDs and wetsuits, and requires a certification card. Call 904-646-3828 for availability and directions. Mask, snorkel and fin rental availability is unconfirmed. This is an off-beach shop requiring a separate trip, not a verified beach concession or walking-distance rental. Divers Supply Jacksonville: equipment rentals ↗
Shore & sky wildlife
Animals on the sand, dunes and in the air, including nesting sea turtles. Underwater species are covered separately in snorkeling and scuba diving.
Birds on the shore & in the skyLeast terns · county nesting contextCounty evidence; this access unverified
St. Johns County describes least terns as beach-nesting birds that return in spring. This is county-level context, not confirmation of an active colony at Mickler’s Landing or a local common-species census. Respect any posted bird area; colonies can move between seasons.
Sea turtles on the beachLoggerhead, green & leatherback turtlesCounty / Northeast Florida nesting records
The county identifies loggerhead, green and leatherback sea turtles as nesting species in Northeast Florida, with May–October its local nesting season. These are regional nesting records, not equal sighting odds or an active-nest count at Mickler’s Landing.
Other shore & dune wildlifeGopher tortoises & ghost-crab habitatCounty / habitat examples
The county identifies gopher tortoises as users of dune and upland habitat; ghost crabs are regional sandy-beach wildlife. Neither is established as a common sighting at this access. We do not list Anastasia Island beach mice here solely because they occur elsewhere in the county.
Wild horsesNo local wild herd documentedSeparate destination
We have not documented a free-roaming wild-horse herd at this beach. The area’s well-known feral horses live on Cumberland Island, Georgia. Horses accompanying riders are domestic animals, not wild beach wildlife.
Accommodations by the beach
Beachfront stays and directly across-the-street options with documented ocean-view room choices. Check both the property’s location and your exact room or rental unit.
Hotel / resortThe Lodge & Club Ponte Vedra BeachBeachfront · Separate frontage · north along Ponte Vedra Beach
Location: Ponte Vedra Beach · north of Mickler’s Landing
Ocean view: The property advertises oceanfront rooms with patios or balconies. Compare the precise room category.
A separate resort frontage, not a hotel at the Mickler’s Landing public parking lot.
Official property / rental details ↗House & condo rental collectionBeachfront Vacation Rental ConciergeBeachfront · Ponte Vedra area · confirm distance to Mickler’s
Location: Multiple Ponte Vedra Beach addresses · confirm exact location
Ocean view: The manager specializes in oceanfront homes and condos; confirm the specific property’s view, floor and beach route.
A regional rental collection rather than a single property at Mickler’s Landing. Check whether the selected address is near the beach you want to visit.
Official property / rental details ↗Before you book
Confirm the exact address, view category, road crossings, beach access and current photos. For rentals, verify bedrooms, occupancy, kitchen, parking, minimum stay and which pools or resort facilities are included. Compare the total including cleaning, resort and parking fees, deposits, taxes, pet charges and cancellation terms. Check accessibility directly with the property.
Property descriptions reviewed September 22, 2026; rates and availability are not live. These listings are unpaid and contain no affiliate links. Rental collections are starting points for a search, not confirmation that every unit meets these criteria or is at this beach.
Activities & rentals
Plan an outing at this beach or in the surrounding area. Location labels distinguish beach activities, inland launches and separate regional trips.
Jet ski rentals & tours1 listed option · see location
Cedar Creek Marina
Farther outing · inland Jacksonville
Where: 2044 Lake Shore Boulevard, Jacksonville; inland river outing
Pontoon rentals and jet ski rentals through the marina’s listed provider. This is a separate Jacksonville river trip, not a beachfront rental. Confirm requirements and availability.
Operator details & booking information ↗Boat rentals1 listed option · see location
Cedar Creek Marina
Farther outing · inland Jacksonville
Where: 2044 Lake Shore Boulevard, Jacksonville; inland river outing
Pontoon rentals and jet ski rentals through the marina’s listed provider. This is a separate Jacksonville river trip, not a beachfront rental. Confirm requirements and availability.
Operator details & booking information ↗Parasailing1 listed option · see location
Fury St. Augustine
Regional outing · Vilano
Where: Beaches Marina, 250 Vilano Road, St. Augustine
Parasailing boat trips depart at Vilano. A separate regional outing; flight availability depends on weather and operator restrictions.
Operator details & booking information ↗Fishing charters1 listed option · see location
Capt. Dave’s Sport Fishing
Farther outing · Mayport
Where: Mayport public boat ramp, 4870 Ocean Street
Inshore and backwater fishing charters. Confirm departure, party size and tackle arrangements with the captain.
Operator details & booking information ↗Tours & cruises1 listed option · see location
North Guana Outpost
Nearby · inland launch / shop
Where: 4415 Mickler Road; separate south concession at 600 Guana River Road
Main shop lists kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards, with an inland kayak launch behind the shop. Guided eco tours and bikes are listed at the separate Guana Outpost South concession. Confirm which location supplies your activity.
Operator details & booking information ↗Horseback ridingLocal option not yet verified
We have not verified an operator for this activity at this beach or in its immediate area. This is an information gap, not a statement that the activity is unavailable or prohibited.
Kayaks & paddleboards1 listed option · see location
North Guana Outpost
Nearby · inland launch / shop
Where: 4415 Mickler Road; separate south concession at 600 Guana River Road
Main shop lists kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards, with an inland kayak launch behind the shop. Guided eco tours and bikes are listed at the separate Guana Outpost South concession. Confirm which location supplies your activity.
Operator details & booking information ↗Surf lessons & rentals1 listed option · see location
North Guana Outpost
Nearby · inland launch / shop
Where: 4415 Mickler Road; separate south concession at 600 Guana River Road
Main shop lists kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards, with an inland kayak launch behind the shop. Guided eco tours and bikes are listed at the separate Guana Outpost South concession. Confirm which location supplies your activity.
Operator details & booking information ↗Bikes & beach gear1 listed option · see location
North Guana Outpost
Nearby · inland launch / shop
Where: 4415 Mickler Road; separate south concession at 600 Guana River Road
Main shop lists kayaks, paddleboards and surfboards, with an inland kayak launch behind the shop. Guided eco tours and bikes are listed at the separate Guana Outpost South concession. Confirm which location supplies your activity.
Operator details & booking information ↗Operator information reviewed September 22, 2026. Confirm current schedules, prices, weather cancellations, age / skill requirements, accessibility and the exact meeting point before booking. These are unpaid directory listings, not safety certifications. No sponsored placements or affiliate links are currently included.
Allowed & prohibited activities
Rules for this beach. Campgrounds, restaurants and picnic areas may have different permissions.
- Alcohol
- Not allowedNot allowed on the beach
St. Johns County prohibits alcoholic beverages and glass containers.
- Bonfires & beach fires
- Not allowedNo bonfires or open fires
Open fires are prohibited. Self-contained cooking grills are a separate permitted activity: remove all equipment and coals, and never discard coals in the sand.
- Beach camping
- Not allowedNo overnight beach camping
Overnight camping is prohibited. Daytime shade structures may not exceed 10 × 10 feet and must be removed when you leave.
- Shore fishing
- With restrictionsAllowed subject to swimmer safety
County code bars continuing shore or surf fishing after a sheriff or county lifeguard warns that swimmers are endangered. Avoid bathing areas and follow any direction to stop or move.
Shore fishing: licenses & responsible casting
Unless exempt, you need the appropriate Florida saltwater fishing license even when fishing from shore. Eligible Florida residents can obtain a no-cost shoreline license; nonresidents need a nonresident saltwater license unless an exemption applies. A license does not override local closures or swimming-area restrictions.
Check FWC’s current species, size, season and bag limits. Targeting sharks from shore has additional permit and gear requirements. Keep hooks and lines away from swimmers and wildlife, and take discarded tackle home.
Rules reviewed 2026-09-22. Check official notices for temporary closures and burn bans before your visit. Other access, pet and driving rules appear below.
- Hours
- Dawn – dusk
Beachfront park hours.
St. Johns County · Mickler’s Landing ↗ - Dogs on the beach
- Leashed dogs welcome
Keep dogs leashed on the sand and in the water.
St. Johns County · Beach rules ↗ - Lifeguards
- Seasonal tower
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend; confirm actual staffing.
St. Johns County · Beach access details ↗ - Restrooms
- ADA restrooms, showers & changing rooms
The county lists these facilities at Mickler’s Landing, plus a pavilion. The park opens dawn–dusk; a separate restroom schedule and baby-changing equipment are not confirmed.
St. Johns County · Beach access details ↗ - Access & beach rules
- Use walkovers; leave no gear overnight
No alcohol, glass, smoking/vaping, open fires, fireworks, overnight camping or launching/landing drones. Dogs must stay leashed even in water. Sun shades may be up to 10 × 10 feet; take everything home. Horse access requires a permit and date confirmation.
St. Johns County · Beach rules ↗ - Beach driving
- Emergency vehicles only
No public drive-on access at this entrance.
St. Johns County · Beach access details ↗ - Parking & entry
- 202 spaces; 7 ADA spaces
1109 Ponte Vedra Boulevard. County park hours are dawn–dusk. Use the off-beach lot; the beach ramp is for emergency vehicles only. The county access page lists 202 spaces and seven ADA spaces. A current explicit parking-fee statement was not found; the county’s beach-driving toll should not be treated as this lot’s fee. Follow posted parking and closure signs.
St. Johns County · Beach access details ↗ - Accessibility
- Walkover & Mobi-Mat
The county notes about 30 feet of soft sand beyond the accessible route to hard-packed sand.
St. Johns County · Beach access details ↗ - Sand & shoreline
- Pink coquina sand
County-confirmed sand type. See Sand & sandcastles for details.
St. Johns County: Mickler’s pink coquina sand ↗ - Surfing
- Regular beach-break option
Open Atlantic sandbar beach break. Beginner on small, clean days; experience needed as size and current increase. See the surfing profile and current reports for details.
Surf Station · St. Augustine daily local surf report ↗ - Water
- Atlantic coast
Water clarity, waves and currents change with weather and tides. This is not a live conditions report.
Food & drink nearby
Nearby dining is still being researched. No recommendations have been added yet.
Check before you go
This guide does not report current swimming safety, lifeguard staffing or closures. Follow posted signs and local lifeguard instructions.
Sources & review date
Desk research reviewed 2026-09-22. Unconfirmed details remain labeled. This is not an on-site inspection.
Photo: Jacksonville Beach, Florida.jpg by Quintin Soloviev · CC BY 4.0. Cropped for display; adaptations retain this license. Regional photograph, not this specific beach.
