This review is for the South side of Lake Worth Beach…read more Lake Worth Beach is the closest beach to me, and although I used to mainly only go to Kreusler Park adjacent to this, I have now begun hitting the opposite end, the very South Side of the beach. I park at the City parking pass spots on the bottom parking level, just in front of the grassy little hill, and let my kids run in the grass and climb the trees in the top part while I unload the car. Then we walk a short distance to the very South beach access. This part of the beach is lovely, usually you can walk out really far in the water, no rocks, fish around. The bathrooms are in a little building along here that also has an overhand where people gather when it rains, and the roundabout for pickups/drop offs makes this super convenient. I don't like the fake pigeon squawks, which are really annoying if you're hanging in the picnic area near here under the trees, which is where I usually have my kids eat instead of lugging food down to the beach. And the only 1 shower thing is frustrating, but otherwise, this is a lovely spot!

We love coming here, this is our go to beach however the parking prices have gotten insane and the…read moreamount of tickets people are getting while parking is wildly out of control.

This beach is wonderful for many reasons. It feels fairly…read moreprivate- it is certainly not overrun with people even on a busy weekend. Perhaps this is due to the location (hidden behind a tennis center and next to the palm beach island golf course), odd parking (either very expensive or a few farther spots free for part of the year and during certain times), or the need to climb a small hill to get to the beachfront. Incredible things about it: fairly secluded a huge grassy area with picnic tables and some top of the hill thatched pavilions. the beach often forms a little river of water seperate from the ocean that is great for kids the rocks: in calmer water, these rocks attract sea creatures and fish. You can snorkel and see awesome things just a foot from shore. The rocks are mostly flat so can perch on them if needed. they have some of the best showers, the ones at the bathrooms, which are close to where you park and not just where you leave the beach, plus there are bushes to hang your towels on and some privacy unlike many showers around.

I don't see this being the most beautiful beach in palm beach. But they have showers and toilets…read morefor you to use here. Picnic tables with shades. The beach has lots of seashells and seaweed. Bring your own umbrellas and chairs. Lifeguards on duty a far. But still be cautious since the waves can get rougher in this section.

One of my favorite things about this beach is that it is extremely quiet and has very few people at…read moreit. My friends and I have come to this beach several times throughout the year, and every time we are impressed at how peaceful it is. Parking is incredibly easy. You can find simple, paid street parking lining the entire beach. There is always tons of spots available, so you will never be searching for long. The beach itself is very clean. The sand doesn't have many other materials mixed in it, which allows for a very smooth and pleasant experience. You will see a long line of seaweed at low tide, but this is natural. At high tide, the beach looks pristine. The water is incredibly warm. Even on cold days, you can expect it is water to feel quite warm to the touch. If you're looking for watching the sun, this beach is good for sunrises as you can see it out on the horizon while sitting on the sand.

What a beautiful beach area surrounded by beautiful homes and manicured gardens/lawns. The public…read morebeach areas are very nice and well maintained and the city has lifeguard services available as posted.

9-26-26. Nice place to spend a few hours. Plenty of parking…read moreavailable. Relaxed atmosphere. Low key crowd.....just the way I like it.

Lake Worth Pier, also known as William O. Lockhart pier, and most often referred to as Benny's,…read moreafter the name of the restaurant located on it. Yes, it's a lot of names for the same place, but that's the way it is. The restaurant offers full bar drink and a rather good food menu. But best of all, great views of the ocean and the beach. As for the food, drinks and service, I was disappointed by them all. As beach parking and Benny's restaurant parking are the same, parking can be a problem.

Jewell Cove Natural Area is located across the street from the Lake Worth Municipal Park. It is…read morejust South of the Lake Ave. Bridge along Ocean Ave. on the east side of the Lake Worth Lagoon. This natural area is a maritime hammock which is a natural band of forest that grows on the stabilized back dunes of barrier islands. This natural area is 11.4 acres with 1,200 feet of shoreline on the Lake Worth Lagoon. In February 1967 this land was leased for 99 years to the Milton Steinhardt family. In 2012, Judge Raphael Steinhardt, grandson of Milton Steinhardt relinquished the lease so that the land could be donated to the City of Lake Worth to be enjoyed by the public. This parcel has now been turned into a nature preserve, nine acres of which are submerged so that mangroves and sea grasses can grow. A maritime hammock community makes up another 2 and 1/2 acres. In 2015 and 2016 volunteers removed exotic plants. Fifteen truckloads were removed along with concrete material that had been dumped to prevent erosion. Three thousands tons of limestone were then installed to create a breakwater that prevents erosion and creates a habitat for oysters which filter the water. Clean sand was added and sea grass and mangroves were planted. The mangroves also filter out pollutants and acts as a marine life nursery. The marsh grass breaks up wave energy and provides a wildlife habitat. The Jewell Cove Natural Area serves as a refuge to the animals of the Lake Worth lagoon. This includes osprey, tricolored heron. snowy egret, little blue heron, and white ibis. Plants found here include coralbean, cabbage palm, sea grape, strangler fig, sand cordgrass, green buttonwood, and mangroves. There is a hiking trail through the preserve and you can launch a kayak on the Lake Worth Lagoon but the main benefit of this preserve is to improve the health of the Lake Worth Lagoon ecosystem. In 2019, the commission voted to put on the ballot a 99-year lease on Jewel Cove's 11.4 acres submerged along the Intracoastal and to keep the land on the southeast side of the bridge a natural area. This ensures that the area stays a natural living shoreline, protected by Palm Beach County. The county will not be able to build on the land and it will be maintained as a sanctuary.

Driving across the Flagler Bridge with the yachts in view got the juices flowing and five minutes…read morelater finally entering the iconic Worth Ave. Really this tiny island littered with mini mansions, bougie shops and the high end euro cafés give the area a unique ambiance. Breathtaking views of the sandy beach with the wind blowing through the palm trees and the blue-green ocean as the back drop for an awesome portrait or video. Noticed barely any seaweed unlike Hollywood or Fort Lauderdale beaches.

Spent half a day here with friends on this secluded island just over the bridge. It was a beautiful…read moreday for the beach but the wind was blowing my hair everywhere. So doubt a person needs a big wallet to live and shop on this island. Fun shopping on Worth Ave at only a couple places and had a few cocktails and appetizers at some of the famous restaurants.

While heading through Lantana on my way to the beach, I stumbled across a beautiful Intracoastal…read morepark and decided to stop and get a few extra steps in--and I'm so glad I did. This hidden gem is now known as President Gerald R. Ford Lantana Bicentennial Park, renamed in 2007 to honor President Ford's 1976 visit commemorating the nation's 200th anniversary. Today, it's a peaceful and well-maintained waterfront spot right at the base of the bridge. The park offers a great mix of amenities, including picnic tables, grills, a playground, a picnic pavilion, a spacious green lawn, and clean restrooms. There's also a seawall and a fishing pier, making it a great place to cast a line or just relax by the water. Directly across the way, Sportsman Park provides even more fishing opportunities. The pavilion can be reserved through the city, but the picnic tables and grills are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is metered unless there's a special event, in which case the city provides a shuttle. Lantana also hosts community events here, including Fourth of July celebrations and a local green market. Even on a regular day, though, it's a perfect spot to sit along the water, take in the scenic views of Lake Worth Lagoon, and watch the boats drift by.

This park was across the street from where we were dining. After lunch we walked over. It's a joint…read moreeffort between the city of Lantana and the Lantana Chamber of Commerce. The signage and park also honors former President Gerald Ford. In front of the park sign, and in front of all the flagpoles, there's a separate small stone slab highlighting each armed services branch including the coast guard. Behind the signage is a large art installation. And there's a small butterfly sculpture nearer the waterway. The park is located on the north side of Ocean Avenue just west of the bridge going over the Intracoastal. There's a nice sized playground area -- including structures to climb and slide on, and also a set of swings. A few kids were loudly enjoying this. There's a covered pavilion; and bathroom facilities; there are benches spaced periodically. And a walkway along the wall running along the waterway. A fisherman was trying his hand from the side nearer the bridge. And a few folks were just enjoying the water views from benches and taking a "me" break. My husband is already planning to come back here to fish. And I'll be bringing a good book to enjoy while he catches us dinner.

Lantana Beach is fantastic! It is small but charming. particularly for parents. very…read morechild-friendly, IMO. Why? -swimming: a line of rocks not far from the shore edge sometimes creates a long shallow tide pool that is incredible for kids to play in. If the tide pool is not there, this rock ledge naturally keeps the water calmer between the rocks and the shore, without being too rocky for feet to touch. -shower area: the shower area is a large fenced-in square deck with a long wooden bench on one end and 3 hoses with spouts at the end. The fenced in deck allows children to use the area safely (unlike many shower areas which are tiny or right next to the road). The long bench allows multiple people to drop their beach items. The hoses with spouts are ideal for directing water to actually clean sand out of swimsuits, shoes, beach toys, etc (unlike showers which just ran on you from above). -playground: the position of the shady playground creates a great buffer between the parking lot and the beach area. I park directly in front of the playground, which has a structure for smaller and older kids, a set of swings and a rock wall. I can let my kids out to play on this playground while I unload my beach stuff from the car and then walk a few feet to pay for parking at the parking kiosk. Likewise on my return, I can load my car back up with beach stuff in peace while my kids play on the playground again. The shaded picnic tables next to the playground also provide a great place for a post-beach snack. -the beach is small. it would be difficult to not see friends if you were trying to meet them here, unlike larger beaches. -Dune Deck. Technically if you wanted to grab food or drinks in the early part of the day, this open-air breakfast and lunch restaurant is available. It can get crowded on the weekends. CONS: -the parking can be really confusing. you can only park close to the main entrance if you live within the city of lantana and have the correct parking sticker. Otherwise the parking is not close, and accessing the beach can seem unwieldy as the ramps to get to the beachfront are not close to the beach entrances themselves. there are always confused people here looking for Dune Deck, and I would describe their parking and sidewalk entrance as unfriendly to anyone trying to use a wheelchair or walker. -while on the beach, you're basically on display to anyone dining at Dune Deck. not the best place for privacy, so don't try to sneak in your dog, reduce tan lines, or make out.

This brown sand beach on the Atlantic Ocean has seen better days. The wind, weather, and storms…read morehave taken its toll. It's a relatively narrow beach and at high tide it basically disappears. Adding to the fact that there are "hidden" rocks aka submerged boulders in the water, you have to be a bit careful here. The beach park has a playground and swings, a sand volleyball court, picnic grills and tables and a rental pavilion. It's open sunrise to sunset. No dogs or fishing. And the dunes and plants are "protected". Still I love a beach no matter what. The sound of the waves, the smell of the sea air, the feel of the water all call to me in some mystical fashion. Soothing. Calming. Spiritual. Mysterious.

The water was very nice and clear, enjoyed the beach. We rode our bikes over the long boardwalk…read morethat crosses over the intracoastal, we were hoping for more bike trails but there was not much as far as bike riding trails. The boardwalk is pretty long if crossing over carrying a lot of stuff on a hot day that may not be too enjoyable for some. It's also pretty bumpy on a bike. But the beach was great and it's a great scenic boardwalk.

John D. MacArthur Beach State Park seemed like such a hidden gem from everything I had read and…read moreseen online. I loved that it offers so many activities in one place--kayaking, paddleboarding, the beach, picnic areas, a gift shop, and educational exhibits--all at very reasonable prices. Parking was only $5, and the kayak and paddleboard rentals were affordable too. Unfortunately, I happened to visit on a day with an extremely low tide. Paddleboard rentals were suspended, but kayak rentals were still available. The staff did warn us about the low tide and advised us to stay near the edges to avoid getting stuck. However, as someone new to kayaking, I didn't realize just how much the tide would impact the experience. For a large portion of our trip, the water was so shallow that our kayaks constantly got stuck. We had to repeatedly get out and drag them through the water. At times, the water wasn't even ankle deep. I completely understand that the staff can't control the tides, but I honestly wish kayak rentals had also been paused that day because the conditions made it difficult to really enjoy the experience. By the time we finished kayaking, we were exhausted and felt pretty gross from walking through the murky water, so we ended up skipping the beach altogether. Outside of that, the park itself looked lovely. There was a nice picnic area, a cute gift shop, and they even had a rescued sea turtle with a volunteer sharing information about sea turtle conservation, which was a really nice touch. There also appeared to be several educational exhibits throughout the park, although they happened to be closed during our visit. One downside was a pretty unpleasant smell near the gift shop, but I'm guessing that may have also been related to the unusually low tide. Despite my experience, I haven't written the park off. The photos I've seen online make it look absolutely beautiful, and I think we were just unlucky with the timing. I'd definitely consider coming back on a day with higher water levels to give it another chance. It sounds like a great park overall--I just recommend checking the tide conditions before planning to kayak or paddleboard so you can enjoy it at its best.

6990 N Ocean Blvd Boyton Beach, FL…read more Lovely park to hang out and fish or have a picnic. AMENITIES beach frontage, guarded (600 feet) saltwater fishing and surfing not permitted in guarded swimming area cafe -fishing (saltwater) boat slip ( located on the south side of the marina, Intracoastal waterway frontage (1100 feet) jetty (open 24 hours) marina (boat slip rental) ocean overlook parking (24-hour parking for recreational fishing and marina access) picnic area with grills, single table picnic shelters, family playground, including playground safety play structure (ages 5-12 years) restroom facilities seating pavilion showers, outdoor .Can't ask for more.

Relaxing area to take a break and kick back your feet …read more Family friendly & dog are allowed here