I love this beach so much and very beautiful and perfect for all ages amazing unique unbelievable so peaceful fun beautiful amazing relaxing i love it so much fun amazing beautiful! Bring family and friends employees relax enjoy the waves and sand beach! It is perfect and beautiful magical fun amazing! I love it so much and so fun relaxing peaceful! From Lauren read more

It was an overcast day when we went to this beach, but it was still very nice! The sand was nice, and fine - perfect for digging holes and making shapes (my son and his cousins had a great time!) The water was cold, which would have been great for a sunny day, but we posted along the shore and just let the kids have fun. It's a beautiful beach, lots of shells to find, and big beach houses to admire! Once you're done, there are showers and dressing areas to rinse the sand and get into drier and warm clothes. It was my son's first beach experience, and I think he liked it! read more

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Mickler's Beach is a must-visit when in the area. This is the beach where everyone finds super cool sharks teeth. I love how there are a few yoga instructors who have regularly occurring classes on the sand too! @BeyondBreathWellness offers yoga on Sundays when they are in town, and more recently @yoga_with_alisa has been offering yoga too! (follow them on instagram to find a yoga class) Parking is limited at the main Mickler's lot so I recommend arriving early in the morning or in the evening. When there is a full moon, the light from the moon is more than enough to see through the dark on the sand. A great spot for laying out, swimming, or picnicing. read more

Mickler's Beach - What a beautiful morning - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

We were able to find Convenient parking. Additionally, the beach is peaceful and clean!

This beach is located in Ponte Vedra about a fifteen minute drive from my house in Nocatee. It has a free parking lot that can accommodate many cars, as well as a bathroom, and two shower areas. There is also a walkway that takes you out to the beach, which makes it easier to walk. There is also a little free book library, which is a nice recent addition. read more

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I came here so I could go for a walk on the beach. I came during a week day and luckily parking wasn't bad. I went up the ramp, which was redone about a year ago. When I arrived on the beach, it wasn't super crowded (mainly because it's been cooler), so I was able to have a nice relaxing walk. FYI this time of year there aren't any lifeguards, so swim at your own risk. This beach is known for great shark teeth hunting. While I was looking for some this trip, I didn't find any. Maybe the next time! It's nice having a beach so close and parking is still free! read more

Absolutely love the beach! It's one of my favorites one in town. Christine and plenty of showers, changing rooms and restrooms. I love how emergency vehicles have their own path in the sand for safety. read more

Mickler's Beach - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

I wanted to come here so badly after finding out this beach has shark teeth and it did not disappoint! We came in the evening after work and I found 8 shark teeth and we stayed until the sun went down. Plenty of parking and easy to find, although you do have to go through a lot of residential area to get here. We went again a couple days later and it was beautiful but no shark teeth:( It was packed this day because of President's Day, but still found parking. The beach was superrrrr packed this day though. Will be coming here each time I come back to Jax! read more

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Took a day trip to Jacksonville and visited Mickler's Beach. It is our second time we have been here and simply adore it. They have a private parking lot that is free. They have several changing rooms and about 6 showers and also have restrooms. The walk to the beach is pretty simple walking in a boardwalk or a mat to get to the beach and there is a small hill very easy. This area is extremely beautiful with huge beach homes as the landscape in the back and the beach in the front. People have their dogs and leashes and everyone we encountered here is very friendly and cheery. It was crowded but everyone spread out pretty well. This beach is known for their shark teeth and people walk around searching for them here. I tried the first time but I couldn't find any. No luck and that's fine. The water was so perfect and warm but cool at the same time. I definitely love this beach and will be back again and again. This beach is dog friendly as all beaches in Jacksonville area are. They are on leashes for the most part here. read more

Mickler's Beach - Mocha Coconut is Loving Mickler's Beach! They are super dog friendly! - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

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Micklers beach is always a fan favorite. I go here at least twice a month to look for shark teeth! Unfortunately there has been less and less so you should go now while there are still some out there! They have bathrooms and showers outside and there is always a lovely crowd. read more

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Very clean and easily accessible beach in Ponte Vedra. Free parking, bathrooms, outdoor showers are conveniently located at the entrance from the adjacent parking lot. Arrive early before 9:30 AM during the summer weekdays if planning on staying most of the day for close parking. Publix is located approximately 1.5 miles before the beach so you can pick up food/beverages. Other convenient shops located close by too. Looking forward to returning on a weekend too soon! read more

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A lot of park long but come early it does get crowded. Nice bathrooms close by the beach access. Dog friendly and THE best shark teeth finds! Can't wait to come back. read more

Mickler's Beach - Shark teeth - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Mickler's Beach is located in Ponte Vedra roughly 15 to 20 minutes from my house. I have visited this beach on several occasions in the past few years. The parking lot is free and is a decent size. Ponte Vedra reopened for sunbathing May 4, where Jacksonville Beach remained open for exercise only. It had been nearly two months since I sat on the beach so I headed for an evening of relaxing in my beach chair. I also picked this beach because there was a wide path to the beach from the parking so you are not required to pass anyone at a close distance. There were also plenty of showers for washing off the sand as well as bathrooms and changing rooms. This is a nice alternative to the Jacksonville beaches as it is a residential area. It was pretty crowded that day as you would have thought it was the weekend. But with the beaches being closed for so long to anything other than exercising it was to be expected. However it was not so crowded that you were unable to social distance. read more

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Hands down our favorite beach! It's clean and has proved to be a great spot for our family! There is street parking outside the parking lot but I'm too chicken to try it because I know people who have gotten ticketed before! Pro tip-arrive before 9am if you want to park in the lot, there's plenty of parking but it's normally full by 9:30am. read more

I seem to always pronounce the name of this beach wrong and my husband is always condescending enough to correct me. Micklers (Mike-lers) beach is small but busy! Ponte Vedra's little gem of a park is also getting upgraded with new bathrooms- for now, hold it or brave the port-o-let. Lucky for me- I was just on the beach for sunrise and moonrise today! I was shocked to see so many cars in the parking lot for sunrise and when we returned in the evening the lot was nearly full! Popular- yes! I love the beach- no question about it. I have yet to find sharks teeth here- but I need to really commit to looking! Today was just picture taking and enjoying the views. read more

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So I went to the beach yesterday(09.02.19) with the intent of taking reference photos so that I would be able to see the visual effects that Dorian's wrath would leave .. Matthew devastated our beautiful dune's... Sometimes our minds pull back the image that was another moment of truth, instead it's the reality of it..You know, we want to hold on to the pretty parts of everything.. (Hence SM sites) It's the way we stay sane and in our own lane.. Oh what a wonderful morning I had on the beach.. The cloud parades were just beyond wonderful (Grinch/the Beast & The Joy of painting Robert Ross all rang in the new day w/me) As well as the electrical energy that was rolling onto the beach .. There is something about when a major storm coming in that the beach truly comes alive in a whole new way.. For all of you that took the time to look my through my images I appreciate it more than you know.. I hope that they will bring you a smile to your face & maybe make you want to come to the beach one day.. The beach is all about Mother Nature.. All you have to do is show up be present in the moment.. Forget your worries & enjoy the energy..I promise you'll leave the beach feeling at peace.. Namaste..Be safe all my Florida Amigo(a)s read more

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Best public beach in Ponte Vedra, big parking lot, bathrooms available. Beach is huge, parking is difficult on weekends.

My best friend lives in Jacksonville and this is her beach. It was so beautiful and tranquil. I live in a different area of Florida, so I am used to the beach. However, as any Floridian knows every beach is different. This beach was quite busy, but there weren't so many people that you couldn't get personal space. I honestly was able to focus on the waves and the beauty and the masses disappeared. The beach is covered in millions of shells that have shark teeth scattered throughout. It isn't covered in a fashion that seems dirty or polluted though like some beaches I have been to. It was very clean and nice to walk along. It is gorgeous and a nice place to swim or lay out too. I found 8 shark teeth and after that I was satisfied and stopped to enjoy the beach. My friend found 27 shark teeth (she has the eye for it and her kids collect them). Most of our finds were on the smaller side, but she has found larger teeth here before too. The best place to look for the teeth was closer to the edge of the water. We also visited during low tide (it was unintentional, but beneficial). The parking area was a bit of a mess when I visited due to construction. However, it was free to park. I also know that this is a temporary situation with the construction. The beach was so tranquil and beautiful that I completely forgot about it. To warn you, there is a lot of water and sand dumped everywhere. You will probably need to clean your car thoroughly after a visit. There is a feet washing station and shower that is open. However, you will get your feet and shoes messed up getting back to your car from that area. I enjoyed my visit immensely and I cannot wait to return! read more

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I was looking a fun but family friendly beach. From minute my friends and I got there, it was amazing. Plenty of parking and not over crowded. The facilities include changing rooms restrooms and showers. I just wish they had a food truck or place where to buy ice cream. read more

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Soooooo many seashells! Although make sure you go early if you're looking for shark teeth. You'll definitely find some during the day too, but the probability of finding the most/best will be early in the morning before the beach becomes crowded. The waves were awesome as well. So if you like to body surf or boogie board, then you'll love Mickler's Beach! read more

Mickler's Landing is such a nice, clean, relaxing, dog friendly, & family friendly beach. I went on Labor Day & everyone was socially distancing even though it was crowded. Much better than Jacksonville Beach for sure. Only downfall is the parking situation you have to have extreme patience it took me about 10-15mins of riding around to find a spot which requires someone to leave. They do have shuttle parking which I do not think is free. Overall had a wonderful time, I will continue making the 35 min drive when I want to go to the beach. read more

Mickler's Beach - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

It's the beach so that already gives this place a head start lol. Pros: easy to get to from St. John's and Jax, parking super convenient, nice walkway to get to the area, pretty locale and scenery, clean Cons: while parking is convenient, it is limited so you'll need to make it early if you want to take advantage; too many dogs for my taste (I have no problem with dogs but there seemed to be a ton of them unleashed, barking at each other and running around with owners chancing them, hard to relax when you think someone's dog is sneaking up on you or yelling at another puppy haha); it's a public beach so there's a good amount of people (not the place to go to just listen to the waves) but it's not overly crowded as some other beaches can be. Overall, it's a nice beach to get the sand between your toes, soak up sun sun, and take a dip. read more

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Moved to Jacksonville from Upstate NY 2 months ago and have visited a few different beach areas around and this beach spot is our favorite spot so far. My partner and I enjoy morning walks on the gorgeous beach weekly and the kids love it since this is definitely a family area. read more

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Great spot for a peaceful walk. Parking lot was full but did find an unexpected spot. Great family environment and found 6 sharks teeth in the hour we were there. Could have spent the day there but we other plans. read more

Mickler's Beach - Walking in - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

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One of the best spots in Jacksonville to hunt for shark teeth. Go at low tide and you're sure to find tons! Bathrooms and easy parking make this a very family friendly beach in Jacksonville. read more

Mickler's Beach - Shark Tooth - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

This was my first visit to this beach I really stopped just to see the ocean from this part of Florida, after reading a few of the reviews I really want to take a short stroll down the beach to see if I could find a few shark teeth there are a few beaches on both coasts of Florida that these can be found in abundance so I definitely plan to spend more time here the next time I'm in the area. Today there was a wedding party on the beach complete with altar and chairs for the attendees when we arrive they were in the process of taking groups photos right near the board walk so we decided to move on and bookmark it for a return visit. It is a very beautiful beach.... read more

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It's a beach so I can't say too much negative. And I've only been during the time it's under construction so I will definitely update the review. But it just feels dirty. It's crowded. And I love love dogs, I rescue them, I own them, but I dont love them being on the same beach as kids who sit in the sand and play and see a dog pooping beside them. People don't pick up after them. It's disgusting and unsanitary. I'm all for a designated dog beach area like we had in st.pete and I think maybe that would make a difference here. Just my opinion. Let's end on a positive note- you can find so many sharks teeth here! That we love read more

Mickler's Beach - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Great place to park to go to the beach; however, parking can be an issue. Nice showers, bathroom and easy on and off access to beach

The BEST beach to search for sharks teeth! You'll see at least a handful of people walking around with their heads toward the sand searching for these magic little teeny pieces of sharks teeth. Definitely a great stress reliever and cheap date night idea. Also, don't be a dummy... it's pronounced "MIKE-lers" read more

In A Nutshell: -Mickler's Beach is a very looong beach. -It's very easy to get to, just off the A1A. -What I really like about this beach is there is plenty of space to stake your ground, walk up/down the coast & the massive amounts of coquina shells. -Coquina shells are those beautifully crushed clam shells (see photos below). -They have decent parking & shower facilities. -WEAR SANDALS/SHOES on the sandy trail towards the beach b/c the SAND is HOT! Overall, if you are a shell collector, this beach is a good spot to come to. read more

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Parking access is closed and has been closed I don't know if it's off and on but I was down here in November and I was unable to park and go to the beach. It's a nice beach I just went way out of my way to try to use it and then wasn't able to access it. I don't know if someone can post an alternative to get there. read more

Mickler Beach is one of our favorite beaches in the area. It usually is quite crowded. We prefer to go a little further down Ponte Vedra towards Saint Augustine as those beaches are not nearly as crowded. There are usually lots of surfers and fishermen on this beach. However Mickler is not nearly as crowded as many of the beaches in Jacksonville. This is not a great beach for finding shells. Parking can be an issue. The Beach is a short walk from the parking lot. There are several showers there to wash off. We don't spend a ton of time at the beach but when we do we like to go out there and relax and not feel people write up on us. People seem to keep the beach clean. There are no lifeguards. Ponte Vedra does not make it easy for citizens to use the Beaches. Beach homeowners literally have private beaches at taxpayers expense. read more

Mickler's Beach - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

Great area, great beach access but finding a parking spot will be a problem if you do not get there early.

Alright, I will share my guilty pleasure. (Well, one of them anyway) I love to hunt for shark's teeth on the beach. Sometimes I completely forget that I am walking on a beach. I find myself just obsessively looking at the sand, moving my gaze side to side in search of these little black fossils. Well, I have learned to find a beautiful balance with the beach at Micklers and finding my tiny black beauties. I love this beach. It has a lot of smaller shells higher up in the dry sand. And for me, the beach doesn't seem to get overrun with loud, intoxicated kids. There seems to be a little more solitude at this beach as it isn't as commercialized at the Jacksonville Beaches. A lot of times you will find fishermen down away from the main entrance. This is usually is a good indication that they find the beach comfortable enough to throw a line in the water without having to contend too many swimmers and surfers. Be aware while there is a good size lot at Micklers, the parking can be a little tight during the summer afternoons. I love going on weekday evenings, there is virtually no one there! Also, you frequently see people horseback riding on this great little stretch of beach. Sometimes you do have to watch your step! And yes, this beach does have shark's teeth...lots, and lots of them! This is a beautiful beach that is lined with million dollar residences and not hotels and bars. So, if you are looking for a good place to lay out, nap or read a good book in a less raucous, non-touristy environment, Micklers is definitely the beach to vacation. read more

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My dogs love this beach! Haven't found any shark teeth yet hoping I will soon. Love all the shells though. Parking is limited so get there early. Lots of wildlife around too. read more

Nice beach, free parking and not too crowded. The further away from the parking you walk the more empty the beach is. So if you are looking to have a section of beach to yourself you can just walk down a ways, the sand is soft and the sun shines. The day I went there we saw a very cool water spout off in the water. read more

Mickler's Beach - Water spout - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

I've only been to a few beaches here in Jax and this is my favorite. The crowd here is definitely different than say... Jax beach. Here it's more laid back, lots of families with their babies and grandma and grandpa holding hands while walking the beach. Plus I love looking at all the big beautiful $1,000,000+ homes and wonder, "what to you do for a living to have that house?!" The sand here is not as fine as Atlantic beach but it's a great place to look for sea shells. I've heard there are shark teeth but I have yet to see any, maybe I'm not looking hard enough. I love that there's a free parking lot with bathrooms and shower heads to rinse of the sand. The parking on weekends can be tough, make sure to get there early. And if you plan on going on a holiday... Get there very early!! Or you'll have to park far far away and take the shuttle. read more

Mickler's Beach - Beaches Near Me - Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida

NE Style in FL! Love this beach. Solid waves, great sand and some basic utilities at the entrance (showers, bathrooms, path). As a New Englander, about to relo here, I was relived to find this beach. Reminds me of some Cape beaches (minus the numbing cold water). Look forward to many, many visits. And the houses on the beach? WOW! read more

It's the nicest public beach around. I wish the bathrooms were nicer but at least it has bathrooms (many beaches do not). It's well preserved beach and a good size parking lot. Gets very crowded on holidays but most of the rest of the time it's very quiet. read more

Thanks FEMA for helping the needy rich to keep the coast safe! Lovely beach! Really glad to help subsidize the wealthy again read more