Best Beaches in Boca Raton

Boca Raton has so many fantastic beaches it can be hard to decide where to go first. We've narrowed it down to the top 4 beaches that you must while you are on vacation.

South Beach Park, Boca Raton

South Beach Park (South Beach) is a great Boca Raton beach option for Florida visitors and residents that like to swim, surf, and boogie board! Surfing and Boogie Boarding are specifically recommended on days when the weather conditions permit, but the warm waters make this beach inviting any time of the year. South Beach is open from 8:00 am to Sundown, seven days a week, and is staffed with lifeguards from 9 am to 5 pm. Additionally, there are 3 designated swimming areas that beachgoers can choose from. Finally, saltwater fishing is allowed outside of the designated swimming areas.

South Inlet Park, Boca Raton

South Inlet Park is 11 acres of the beautiful beach open from sunrise to sunset year-round. Paid parking is available at South Inlet Park and there are also outdoor showers and restroom facilities available.

Red Reef Park

• • • Red Reef Park is a fan- favorite for those that love to snorkel. Red Reef Park is known for its snorkeling because a reef sits very close to the shore, making for easy and quick access to the exotic below-shore wildlife. Additionally, there are beautiful walking trails along the beach, however, pets and alcohol are not permitted in Red Reef Park by the town. 

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• • • Spanish River Park

      

      • • • Spanish River Park is named after a river that used to run strongly through the area, of which only remnants are left. Spanish River Park has beautiful beaches that are lifeguarded from 9 am to 5 pm. Spanish River Park allows dogs in designated areas during designated times. Also, those hoping to take a large group camping can book the campground from the Boca Raton Recreation Center. Finally, you can picnic on the beach or have an event or large picnic under the picnic shelter at Spanish River Beach.