Beautiful clean beach. Lifeguard towers, restaurants along the beach, lots of free parking & a…read moreperfect place to spend the day. Cocoa Beach is a city on Florida's Space Coast, known for its beaches, surfing & proximity to the Kennedy Space Center. It offers a variety of attractions, including the Cocoa Beach Pier, massive Ron Jon Surf Shop, Lori Wilson Park & water based activities like kayaking and boat tours, with a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere that attracts tourists & retirees.

Have not been to Cocoa Beach yet but I will be going this weekend. Great reviews written and a lot…read moreof great tips on where to go. Thank you to everyone for writing such awesome reviews. I will be checking off my bucket list by getting a ride on a Harley as well. The men brought their motorcycles down from New York & we are taking it on a long A1A cruise. Super excited! Looking forward for a relaxing getaway.... Keep on yelping...

This is my go to spot to park at when visiting Cocoa Beach! There is plenty of parking and the best…read morepart about it is that it is FREE. I enjoy watching sunrises and this parking lot is open all the time to be able to park super early and walk out to the beach. There were so many bunnies running around in the early hours so there must be quite a bit of burrows nearby. The park/parking lot area seemed to be well kept. Everything looked clean with no trash thrown about. The trash cans were empty and not overflowing. There is a decent shower out front. Bathrooms were located nearby, however I did not go in them so I cannot speak on them or their cleanliness. The beach boardwalk was nice. The wood was in good shape and provided a nice stroll out to the sand. The beach was clean and beautiful. We had the most amazing morning here watching the sunrise and got beautiful photos. While we were there a photographer was getting shots of someone and I know they came out great because the backdrop was perfect. There is a Hilton next door with a restaurant inside so if you wish to walk over for a bite to eat, its only a few minute walk.

A very nice park, A neat history and nice boardwalks to an iconic beach…read moreI have driven by this location for years and never stopped in until the recent air show. It was very nice for several different reasons. It is often called "I dream of Jeannie Park" and several events like certain long runs start and end at this iconic location. The real name is Lori Wilson State Park named after Senator Lori WIlson. After the 1960's TV show about Jeannie and the astronaut, locals started calling it the nickname. In 1996 the city named the street leading to it "I Dream of Jeannie Lane". There are a few paved parking spots and a large grass field that serves as a larger lot. For the airshow, the paved part had the tents selling items and the grass lot was for parking. There were 2 lots, a north lot and a south lot. From the north lot, there were 2 entrances to the beach. One led to a boardwalk through the hammock (trees) that has informational signs along the shaded walkway. Then you walk along the boardwalk that overlooks the sand dunes and has shaded seating areas. The boardwalks lead to sandy beach entrances. There are restrooms between the boardwalk and the south parking lot. There was a good area between the dunes and the waterline. It was a very nice park and I plan to visit again

This has moved up to our go to beach. There's free parking, showers, and bathroom…read more If you go to the left when u get to the beach, that is the dog side in the morning and after 6 pm. If you go to the right of the life guard side, you can go there with your dog. It's so spacious and nice and clean. The water feels amazing during the summer. We live by Tampa and come this way. We have been here almost a handful of times now. It's never packed to the rim with people. It's pretty awesome to see the cruise ship in the far back. I was just saying can't believe I found another fave beach after living here for just over ten years. Love it here!!

Great beach! Not too busy as parking is limited and it doesn't seem to be a big tourist…read moredestination. We arrived in the morning and stayed until noon. The lot filled up both days, but there was plenty of room and space on the beach to spread out with the kids. Didn't see bathrooms here but we may have missed them. There is an open shower to rinse off.

The Canaveral National Seashore is located between Titusville and New Smyrna Beach…read more It is a favorite beach for many locals because of the gorgeous blue water and white sand. The atmosphere is relaxing and tranquil. It has something for everyone..... Bird watching, sea turtles and lots of beach combing opportunities.

This is a really beautiful place that I think people should visit! Especially during the Pandemic…read morewhen outdoor activities are encouraged, what is better than the beach with beautiful views, wide open spaces, and fresh sea breezes?? I love the ultra fine white sand with tons of shells that have washed ashore. Want to start a shell collection? This is a good place to start. The waves here are amazing and a great place to go for people who have a knack for surfing. I think the facilities here also also well maintained. The boardwalks and beach access points are sturdy and well constructed. Bathrooms are available at the entrance to the beach access points. Overall, one of the best beaches I've been to in Florida. An added bonus is that it's not overly crowded and parking is plentiful! :)

Looking for a sunshine day, like the Brady's sing about? It starts right here, at Alan Shepard…read morepark. What a great place to watch the sun rise over the Atlantic! We raced over from Tampa to get here by dawn and found plenty of parking (you can pay by card, coin or Park Mobile app). It's just a short walk by boardwalk/ramp to the sand and there it is: sea, sun and surf... right at your feet. It's really Florida gorgeous... and so easy to access. It's also right behind Ron Jon's Surf Shop and a great place to watch rocket launches from nearby Cape Canaveral. I'll definitely go back, again and again!

Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach is a great spot for public beach access for a day trip from Orlando…read more It's an easy drive and perfect spot to get your beach fix. - Only an hour from Orlando - The Beach offers 300+ paid public parking spots, picnic tables, restrooms, showers, and a lifeguard stand. - Walking distance from restaurants & RonJon if you're renting boards. - Sand. Surf. Sun. Fun. Need I say more?

Nice, beautiful beach right on A1A across from Patrick's Air Force base...during regular days, you…read morecan see planes coming in or taking off while you enjoy the sandy beaches. During the Air Show dates in mid April, you can enjoy the dozens of planes that fly around the area. The easiest way to get here is to drive north on A1A from SR404 since the free parking lot is right on your right..if you are coming from Cocoa Beach, you can get in the median and drive over to the beach side for parking. A really nice, unspoiled beach....not too busy as some of the other ones closer to Cocoa Beach downtown.

Great location. Plenty of free parking. Never crowded. Close to the Air Force base. It's a good…read moreview to watch the planes flying. Pretty clean, there are showers but no restrooms. No lifeguard(s) on duty. Nice & relaxing, enjoyable time.

It is about 10mins south of the usual beach area we go to (Alan Shepard, Lori Wilson) but well…read moreworth the drive starting with the fact that the beach is closer to parking area. This means less steps to take loaded with a cooler, a tent, a beach bag, a chair, a beach ball and your kid in tow. But take note there's limited "FREE" parking. I'd mentally estimate 40 parking spaces. There's a shower to wash off the sand on your way back to the car. There's a gazebo by the parking lot good for groups with benches and tables. Now for the beach...they're as Cocoa Beach in look, feel as it is compared to Alan Shepard & Lori Wilson.

Pleasantly surprised. A little further than the other beach parks in Cocoa but nice. There is…read moreonly 1 bathroom though but there are showers to rinse off.

Quiet and peaceful beach, really nice to relax and listen to the sound of the massive waves…read morecrashing. Also a good spot to watch the surfers. There is a decent amount of parking with overflow across the street. The facilities are kept pretty clean and there are public restrooms.

A convenient place to take a beach day! Or, simply stop by the top of the steps to check the waves…read more It's a spacious beach for a good time with your friends and family to enjoy. I've gone so many times and it's so pretty!! Always a beach girl...forever a beach girl. Five Stars! It's even worth the sort of difficult time parking , to get on that beach for a few. Cheers.

Our stay at Beach Island Resort was excellent from beginning to end…read more The resort is located directly on the beach in Cocoa Beach, which made it easy to enjoy the ocean throughout the day. We stayed in a two-bedroom unit, and it felt much more like a beach cottage or apartment than a traditional hotel room. The space included a full kitchen, a comfortable living area, and separate bedrooms and bathrooms, which made it ideal for relaxing and spreading out. The property was quiet, clean, and well maintained. Having a full kitchen and multiple bedrooms made the stay especially convenient and comfortable, and it worked perfectly for our group. Penny, who manages the resort, was a pleasure to work with. She was friendly, responsive, and clearly takes pride in the property. Her attention and professionalism really stood out and added to the overall experience. If you're looking for a beachfront hotel in Cocoa Beach with two-bedroom accommodations, full kitchens, and a more laid-back feel than large resorts, this is a great option. It's a wonderful choice for families or anyone wanting more space right on the beach. We would definitely stay here again. -- Charlie I.

A Perfect Beach Getaway!…read more Beach Island Resort truly makes the most of its space, and has absolutely everything you need for a relaxing and convenient stay! They have a fully equipped BBQ area, with a large patio, tables, chairs, and all the grilling accessories you could need! They have a picnic/lounge area with an ocean view! They have a laundry room, which to us is a big deal! We always like to wash everything up before we head home! I can honestly say that the resort goes above and beyond to add so many thoughtful touches like menus for all the local eateries, books, games, and a beautiful breeze way with a beautiful and comfy seating area. It has a heated private pool, a private hot tub, and direct private beach access. Plus, every beach amenity you could need! Penny, is the on-site manager, is available 24/7 and was always ready to help in anyway she could and answer any questions we had! Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal are just an hour away, which is perfect because we went to the parks 2 of the days we stayed! We truly couldn't have asked for a better experience! Space Coast Vacation Rentals continues to be our top choice for our Florida vacations! Highly recommend!

I went with my family on the Sunset Tour on the water at Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours. Very cool! We…read moresaw a few bottleneck dolphins on our tour. It was nice to be able to walk freely around the boat whilst on the tour. Our tour guide, Pat, was very nice and friendly, and answered everyone's questions with ease when they were presented to him. Great views! Decent prices. Overall, good experience! Definitely recommend!!

Beautiful day on the water, very relaxing and peaceful. The captain (Brian) and guide (Andrew) were…read moreboth very polite and informative. They spotted lots of wildlife for us and stopped the tour so we could enjoy manatees and dolphins multiple times!