This is a beautiful free beach in Boca. It's free to visit and there are some free street parking nearby, making this a very easy and inexpensive outing. The sandy beach is extensive and very soft and clean. There are playgrounds, restrooms, places to sit and to walk. There are lifeguards during peak times of the day and they are very friendly. Just a few blocks away, you can find places to eat, to have ice cream or coffee. Just a nice relaxing place! read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Beautiful oceanfront parking for both residents and visitors. Well maintained, clean facilities with abundant natural beauty surrounding. Great parking and proximity to the beach. Make sure to check ocean conditions before going in. read more

Part of South Beach Park in Boca Raton, this pavilion is at the southern end close to 1 S Ocean Blvd Parking. A couple of outside showers, a covered play area, and bathrooms. Beach itself in the area is at the very south end and close to private property, they have a nice ramp down from the height viewing space. read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - View from the top - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Love coming here. We find shark teeth here. And we saw some turtle tracks in the morning. So amazing . Free parking on side of road. Or you can pay to park closer in the front. There are restrooms and a playground. And plenty of things around to eat walking distance. read more

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We loved our 2 hr visit to the pier at Boca Raton Beach! The parking was easy and had a 2 hr limit, which is good since the parking lot is small. The price was only maybe $6 for 2 hrs and it was right at the pier entrance. There was a nice shaded pavilion with seats that overlook the beach right next to the parking lot, which was very convenient. Everything looked very clean, however, I didnt notice a bathroom close by. This area is a fun spot to have a little snack while looking at the ocean and people watching! read more

Nice lookout spot for the beach and watch the surfers. There's some parking but it seems private. Dogs not allowed on the beach but they are at the pavilion. There's a playground. read more

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I love this place to relax under the pavilion and watch the ocean waves while feeling the breeze. Going here gives a sense of peace to the soul. It's great for a mid-day lunch break or to people-watch on the weekends. There's paid parking on the premise read more

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Whoever decided that pets shouldn't be allowed on the beach is a very sad person. Similarly, whoever lets their dog shit all over the beach is not a saint. Sadly, I wasn't able to experience either scenario because I was turned away at the gate by two nice gentlemen (that are probably afraid of the sun) on the morning of 06/17/2023 at 11:00AMish. Do better read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Video Games: Ni No Kuni - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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Absolutely beautiful. Purchase a beach pass if you live in Boca. worth the money for sure. They are doing some updates to the area. Parking is usually easy. The bathrooms are good. You can purchase chairs and umbrellas if needed. They have life guards on duty. read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Beach - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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TIP: Went for a morning walk on the beach and saw at least a dozen Portuguese man o' war washed up ashore. I'm not sure what season these are more prevalent but there were one too many along the shoreline which would make me weary of how many live ones were out in the water. Anyway, keep away from these since the detached tentacles and dead specimens (including those that wash up on shore) can sting just as painfully as the live ones in the water and apparently they may remain potent for hours or even days after the death of the organism or the detachment of the tentacle. Stings usually leave painful red welts on the skin that normally last two or three days after the initial sting, though the pain should subside after about 1 to 3 hours (depending on the biology of the person stung). read more

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Cool beach! Super cool city that is very modern and stylish. Parking near the beach was $16 or $18 (forgot) no matter how long you are there. I drove around for 10 minutes trying to find a parking spot that was this close to the ocean. Fun place, perfect weather, it was worth the trip from FLL. read more

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I can't wait until the beaches reopen and I promise never to take the ability to enjoy them for granted again. I won't have that I can always go tomorrow mentality. Once the beaches open back up I am going to make a beeline for here. This beach in Boca Raton is open 7 days a week from 8 AM until sundown. It has a small parking lot currently guarded by a police officer. This beach has a webcam so even if you can't visit in person you can see what you are missing out on. Park amenities include a lifeguard, bathroom, showers, and a playground. All of the beaches in Boca Raton are very clean and well kept. If you can't park here you can try heading south to Boca Inlet Park or north to Red Reef Park. read more

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It seemed family-friendly here. Very cool. It is big, spread out, and well built. It is welcoming and I can feel the sense of community to it. I like it! read more

After enjoying a beautiful lunch date with my love he decided to take me to a beach I'd never been to. It was beautiful. We parked right next to the pavilion where people were standing and enjoying the view of the ocean and beach-goers. It's a great place to stand and see so much going on, you can be entertained for hours even if you're not going for a swim. We weren't exactly dressed for the beach but luckily we had a bag packed from a previous rendezvous that provided us with something to slip on and spread on the sand. I loved the spot we chose which gave us a little privacy but still a part of the action. It wasn't crowded at all. In fact, it seemed more crowded on the pavilion than on the beach. The sand was warm, the weather was perfect and so was the moment. We stayed for a couple of hours and our parking came out to be $3.25. Not bad for a quick date at the beach. read more

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Uffff this was my first and it won't be my last time at this great beach. With a small;l parking lot and a cute area to seat, this beach is so pretty. The view was just amazing and it was very clean. When we went, it was breezy so we saw many people surfing, which was so cool! read more

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A nice place to lookout on the beach. There's not a lot of parking around but if you get lucky, you are in for a good view. I noticed quite of few surfers even in the rain on a Sunday. The beach is pretty wide and very open. read more

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It was a beautiful day, still hot and windy, standing under the pavilion was cooler because of the shade overhead. As I said it was windy which created waves. Waves that were good for the surfers and others riding the waves! It was an enjoyable day at t read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Check out the sky! - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

The review that said don't go after dark is correct. I saw rats everywhere! I didn't even get out of my car. No thank you!

The Pavilion is located where Palmetto Park Road meets A1A and it's a great spot for public access to the beach. Sadly, there are only a handful of parking spaces in the actual pavilion area and another few along Palmetto Park. I found a sign saying "Free beach parking" at one of the small strip malls close to the bridge. There are a few motorcycle spaces available there too. Good luck finding a space! Once you do manage to find a spot to leave your car, the pavilion is a great place to sit in the shade and look out at the ocean and the beach. It's also completely handicap-accessible, which some may find useful. read more

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This is a nice beach to walk around on and get your sun on! It's usually pretty quiet and not too rowdy with old folk around. It's a public beach and the water is clear and not too seaweedy and the sand is pretty sugary! High yield: Nice quiet beach that stretches up and down the coast connecting Delray and Boca and other beaches, with clear waters and inexpensive parking Parking: So it says 5$ for parking but the attendant didnt' seem too interested in collecting money. So idk, what's going on but 5$ for an all day access really isn't bad esp if it's a whole vehicle of you and your friends and fam. Beach: Clean and clear. Life guards on duty and you'll find nice shells unless you're competing with the retired snowbirds who have probs combed this beach every day to where they would know if there were new shells. Weather/Wind/Conditions: IT does get windy. I recommend you face AWAY from the wind. Rule number one I've established after living here for a bit. ALWAYS check out where your wind is blowing or else you'll be covered with sand and tasting sad for next couple of ours and your eyes will scream in pain. There is foliage so this isn't a bake and roast kinda beach. Some green and life will keep this place a little cool. Safety: Pretty safe- lock your car of course, but there's not many loafers or loiterrers around that will cause you and your family danger or feeling threatened. read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Great location with plenty of parking, many shaded by trees, with easy access to the beach. I think we paid $12 for 4 hours. Lifeguard tower at beach entrance. Large flat areas to set up a tent canopy or umbrella. Perfect spot to watch the fishing and recreational boats/yachts entering/leaving the marina. read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Great day at the beach! - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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This is a review of the Pavilion as well as the beach area which is north and south of it. THE PAVILION is at AIA at the end of Palmetto Park Road. It is covered, has a non movable bench which runs around its parameter, and attracts a steady stream of folks who like to take pics, or just gaze out at the sand and water, as well as the mostly young crowd. Its a nice place for a quick break, breathe in the ocean air, and feel good about it. (If you find old pics of the Pavilion from the 1940s, it looks the same...) There is a circular, paid parking area (less than 20 cars) near the Pavilion, and one MUST pay put $ in the electronic device, as the area is patrolled and you will be ticketed. There are outdoor showers and 2 bathrooms. The men's room is always dirty, the floors slimy and wet, the odor of an unclean public bathroom. With all the tax revenue collected by the Boca Raton Beach Authority, they could do a better job with upkeep and sanitation. THE BEACH: ITS BEAUTIFUL! GREAT DUNES. FRIENDLY BIRDS. FOLKS SURFING. LOTS OF SUNBATHERS. It's a few miles long, more in the north direction (all the way to Spanish RIver Road), and maybe a 1/2 mile to the south. Incredibly well maintained, cleaned daily, lifeguards on duty 7 days a week. There is a large parking lot which one enters a few hundred feet north of Palmetto Park Road. City of Boca Raton residents with parking decals (~$60 a year) park with no charge, others must pay $16-17 a day, no exceptions. [The limitations and high cost of parking clearly appear to be a way for the City to limit the congestion at the beach) During season on weekends and holidays, the parking lot is filled to capacity by noon. Frequently by locals, fair number of FAU students, seasonal tourists, and it appears to attract some folks from other South FL. communities. There are HANDICAPPED accessible ramps to gain entrance to the beach at specific locations (clearly marked). You're not supposed to smoke at the beach, or drink alcohol, not sure if this is actually enforced. read more

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Great beach, easy parking and beautiful sea grape covered boardwalk pathway to beach. There's a Sandbar close to shoreline too. You'll need a beach pass or it's 50 dollars to park per day. read more

This is the best beach in the area. It's clean and not too crowded. Sandbars you can walk out to and soft sand. Really enjoy bringing my kids here. Highly recommend for family beach day. read more

Love this beach! Ive never had trouble finding parking. This is my go to Beach since its the closest Beach for me. There are some small restaurants down the street and a park/trail right next to this beach (Off Palmetto and A1A) read more

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While on a long weekend vacation in Boca, we set out to find a beach for our son. My husband found this one and we were pleasantly surprised. There is a small parking lot (pay to park) with a one hour max stay. There is seating above the beach, a small shower/faucet to clean up, restrooms and a playscape all off of the parking lot. The beach itself was clean, as was the water. The waves were pretty big on the day that we visited. Most of the people in the water were surfers. The water was warm and inviting, but we didn't have our suits. It was not crowded at all, quiet enjoyable. The playground is for the 3 - 10 year olds, maybe slightly older. It's an interactive playscape, where you scan a code and learn about the playscape. There are emblems hidden all over the bars. If anyone finds the bug....please let me know where it was. 3 adults and 1 child walked around for at least 10 minutes and could not find it. We would definitely return to this beach again. Next time with suits and a cooler! read more

I love sunrises on this beach. At least few mornings every month, I will take a walk with my camera to document those miracles. In late August and September every year there are events called mullet runs, when tons of mullets are being hoarded by larger fish in shallows and the ocean looks like it's boiling. If you take early morning walks between April and October, you will for sure run into a turtle returning into an ocean after burying eggs in the sand. read more

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How can a beach ever get bad reviews? Boca beach, I would say, is a local beach. You don't come here really to party and check out restaurants (thats more delray or frt. laud) It's a quiet beach with a few Fau kids drinking here and there but never too crazy. They just recently added more sand to the beach so, it's much bigger than it was before, which is actually pretty nice. The parking is kinda a bitch. Pretty hard to find. There's paralell parking all up and down palmetto road and pay to park up by the pavilion. If you're a local you can purchase a parking pass a little down the road on federal heading north of palmetto! Its pretty worth it and it last for year! For food, they sometimes have a hotdog stand by the pavilion and there's a pizza restaurant, ice cream, Thai food, crepes and breakfast food all along palmetto road. There's also a 7 Eleven near by that you can pick up all your beach essentials from! It's a beautiful beach. Enjoy! read more

Welcome to my gym! Yes, this place rocks! The view, the vibe, the people, the limited free parking all that makes it my favorite spot to run, to bike, to hang at the beach. They also have parking at the park,but then we are talking about $17 fee for the day. Location is the key to the success for this area. The pavilion has enough space for zumba classes, yoga classes, etc... They also have a nice restroom close by with showers and water fountain to keep you hydrated during your visit. Down on Palmetto you will find some restaurants and shops that will make your visit even more interesting. The sunrise and the sunset are priceless gifts to carry with you... Stop by to relax and enjoy Boca! You will not regret it! read more

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I love this beach. There is a nice, roomy pavilion with a small parking lot, but that's not what this is really about. We were here today, as we're trying to check out the area beaches that we haven't seen. The weather was a bit on the grumpy side, overcast and just a bit dark. There was a lovely breeze, blowing some of the mugginess out to sea. The beach was nearly totally empty. There are condos along the area, but no commercial businesses. The beach was flanked by sea grapes, softening the appearance of the line of buildings. I prefer it this way as it cuts down on the litter. The sand was pristine, with no trash to be found. There were even some nice shells that hadn't been collected. I think this is the only local beach that we've seen where there were actually people surfing. The waves weren't Hawaii size, but there were still a couple of dozen people having a great time. I'll definitely be coming back when I'm in Boca for some more quiet walks in a lovely setting. read more

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Absolutely gorgeous beach and just like any beach, it's mood is determined by the weather. Luckily, Boca Raton has been beautiful and welcoming to beach go-ers. If the weather is nice, expect the turnout to be nice- it's usually packed but surely if you walk a quarter mile or less to either side you will find less dense areas for privacy if you wish. For the ultimate experience bring beach blankets, towels, sunscreen, a cooler filled with beverages and snacks, a music speaker and some great people; your experience will definitely be noteworthy. And of course, don't forget to get in the water! Its very refreshing and somewhat causes an ego death, knowing that you must be a tiny little speck in comparison to the Atlantic. My ultimate regret: not taking full advantage of the beautiful beaches we have. So if the weather is right, don't make my mistake, take advantage of the daylight. read more

Parking is a pain; usually no spaces and a short time lit, but the park has a huge lot, though it is expensive if you do not have a residential yearly pass. The pavilion is bare bones but catches the sea breeze perfectly...there is a bit of walk to the bath-house and wash-off, but the boardwalk is modern and splinter free. The beach gets pretty crowded but a short walk north or south immediately thins the herd. Almost always a gentle surf, 2 ft tops. read more

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This lovely public beach is at the end of palmetto park road. It's a great spot to just breath and take in the amazing views. It's located right next to south beach park, so if you are a Boca resident with a parking decal you can park there for free. There are always free parallel spots along palmetto as well as metered spots closer to the pavilion. They have a small playground just to the south of the pavilion and some public bathrooms. Not a far run/walk/bike to the inlet on Camino, red reef park or Spanish river park. There isn't much as far as beach bites or bars in the area but considering 90% of a1a is a tourist trap Boca beaches are a great escape from that. read more

Do not go after it gets dark. Rats everywhere!! , I mean like rats jumping out of trash cans. Rats all over the pavilion. Rats tuning in and out of the bushes where you park. Be careful y'all. read more

I will want to come back to this beach every single time I am in the area. I parked far, and walked up to the beach along the trail. Lots to look at, include LOTS of HUGE golden silk spiders (not my favorite!!!) and dragons flies. The beach is gorgeous. Makes it worth the entry fee which was between 15 ad 18 dollars depending on where you parked. It's clean, and the water is lovely! Everyone is friendly, I just fell in love with this area completely! definitely a beach worth visiting! read more

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I love this beach. I live very close, so it's my local beach. It's always clean and never crowded on the weekdays. The weekends can get crowded with college kids depending on the day. But if you don't like the crowd, you can walk down to the left or right and you'll find a lot more space. There's not much food options at this beach, but the pizza place will deliver to the beach! They have chairs and umbrellas you can rent out, $10 an hour, and $40 for the day (I think). You just sit on them and soon the chair guy will come to you. Come here, it's beautiful read more

Boca Raton South Beach Pavilion - Beaches Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

As the other reviewer mentioned, this is a great spot for public access to the beach. Parking is indeed limited here but there are more expansive options further down the road. The pavilion itself is a nice, shaded place to people-watch or look out at the ocean - I happened to come here at sunrise early one morning and the gazebo made a great viewing spot. read more

Even nicer than Red Reef park. Love to spend a day at the beach here. (Or even a few hours in the morning before it gets crowded.) Lovely. read more

Great place to check out while in Boca Raton. Very clean and a very nice beach. It was very crowded but that's to be expected since it's such a nice place. read more

Great place but the parking lot is only 1 hour per day. Had chairs and umbrellas to rent but saw nobody around to ask about them as I would have moved my car after my hour to the street across from it. There were lifeguards on duty we had red flag warnings up I didn't get in the water but there were surf and boggie boards. This is a no smoking park not even in the parking lot which I didn't like. Has outdoor shower and restrooms. It was a rainy cloudy day but still nice to sit if only for an hour. read more