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Lake Worth Pier

3.7 (28 reviews)

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Breaunna O.

Loved the walk on the pier. Sucks you have to pay $1, but it is worth it. Beautiful views. We got to be inches away from a pelican! Watching the servers down bellow was pretty cool as well. Definitely our new beach

Ariel W.

The original pier was built in 1959 so that Lake Worth could lay sewage outfall pipe into the ocean. The wooden fishing pier opened in 1960 to the delight of anglers everywhere. Storms wrecked their wrath on the pier through the years. It was destroyed by hurricanes Frances and Jeanne in 2004 and remained closed for almost 5 years. In 2009 the rebuilt pier was opened as the William O. Lockhart Municipal Pier at Lake Worth Beach. Mr. Lockhart worked as the pier master after his retirement from a plant nursery business. He passed away in 2003. The pier is 960 feet long and when it was rebuilt it was 5 feet higher than the previous pier. It took longer to build but it was done so it could withstand storms better. Fema paid 90% of the 3.4 million dollar construction cost. Cousins Peter and John Thanopoulus who run Benny's on the Beach also operate the pier and lease it from the city of Lake Worth. If you would like to visit the pier you can dine at Benny's on the Beach, the restaurant that is actually on the pier. If you want to just walk the pier it is only $1, $3 if you want to fish. You can pay by credit card. Look for the entrance to the pier to the left of Benny's. It's a little difficult to see at first. Parking for the pier is in the pay lot. It's $3 an hour to park with a minimum of 2 hours of parking. Anglers love the pier. I saw quite a few out during my visit at dusk. Fish that have been caught from the pier include big jacks, blue fish, snook, mackerel, sailfish, and kingfish. There were also the pelican brigade hanging out looking for their cut of the catch. Over 200,000 people visit the pier annually. Even if you aren't fishing it is fun to stroll out on the pier to catch the beautiful view.

this pier was just like any other pier, lots of seating options, and there's also a lot of things for people who fish like a gutting station and hoses, despite that it did not smell bad or anything. i would revisit. there's also a little tackle shop with snacks and bait. the view was nice i enjoyed it. this can literally be anywhere from a 5 minute to an hour stop. you have to pay for parking and pay a small fee for entry

Abby F.

Nice pier, however it does cost money to walk out on ($1/person, more if fishing.) Visiting mid-May in the evening, most people on the pier were fishing. That was fun to watch, however to watch we found ourselves walking over fish blood and crabs. Good experience, but if you're looking for something clean and romantic, just keep that in mind. There is a seafood restaurant and bar on the pier, which was good and had many freshly caught options.

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Amy S.

This is a hidden treasure. Even on the day of an event, the beach was not too crowded but parking was tight. The beach itself was beautiful, helped by a "perfect" day. People seemed to be having a good time and we even ran into a bridal party right after their ceremony. I also enjoyed checking-out the local artist displays (I'm not sure if they are always there). This is a clean and secure beach with plenty of security (police) present. I'm not sure if the security is always here or if it was just due to the event. All in all, I would return to this beach.

Janine K.

So to "sight see" on this pier, it will cost you a buck... ok, not a big deal, I paid the same thing when I visited Clearwater to see the sunset. It's a buck. There is a restaurant on the pier that was pretty happening mid-day after lunch time. I didn't try it as I was just hanging out killing time before heading back to the airport. Great views here, very pretty! As for fishing, it looks like a good spot! You can see the fish IN the water from the pier, the water is that clear!!! I don't fish, so I'm just going to base this off what I saw. As for parking, it's more crowded near the pier...if you head to the other side away from the pier, there was more parking to choose from, which was metered. It's just a short walk from that lot.

Not bad location. Not crowded plenty room. Restaurants and shopping area close by. I love it!
Cheryl M.

Love this location. Parking is good not bad on the price. Shops near by and restaurants of the pier. Bathrooms near by and a park for kids. Not bad!

Deborah P.

We stayed in Lake Worth and love that the beach is so close! We were on the beach with 10 minutes. There is plenty of parking, life guards on duty, you can easily rent an umbrella, and the beach was clean. The beach was yellow flag so the waves were intense, the kids loved it. We had a fabulous time and loved every minute. Showers are close to parking lot. Benny's on the beach is awesome and right there. Love this beach!!!

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Beautiful view! Only downsides were the $1 sightseeing charge and a few broken wood planks along railing

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Nice venue, breakfast at Mulligans before noon is the best! Highly recommend the cakes and eggs. Best pancakes around.

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Are dogs allowed on the beach?

Yes on a leash

When does the beach close?

12 pm at night it is open all day beach and pier .

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If you would like to visit the pier you can dine at Benny's on the Beach, the restaurant that is actually on the pier.

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5.0(1 review)
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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.

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4.5(24 reviews)
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This spot is definitely one of the most beautiful beaches with a park and restaurants. The sky and…read morethe waters is always bluer in lake worth.

I have always liked this beach as it is easily accessible. We have been coming here for more than…read more30 years. Although most of the time it's a walk through or stroll by rather than sitting on the beach itself and catching some rays. We had come for lunch across the street from the beach. There several restaurants from which to choose. Dining outside we were able to see everything, smell the sea air and hear the ocean. After lunch, we walked over closer. You walk down stairs at this point to get to the beach. As usual, on a weekend, the area right by the lifeguard station tower was packed. This beach has facilities, showers, picnic areas and grills. It also has the fishing pier. Almost 2 and a half miles of beach on the Atlantic Ocean. It's a great place for locals and tourists. Locals can get annual parking passes. Regular parking is $4 an hour. Unfortunately, the day we came the ocean was rough with rip tides, and jelly fish (eek!), so swimming was being restricted to close by the shore. And this kept us from putting our feet in the water and walking along the beach edge. The lifeguards were doing a good job policing with their whistles to keep folks from venturing too far out in the ocean. We will be back soon.

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Lantana Bicentennial Park

4.4(12 reviews)
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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.

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