Thinking of traveling to Florida in the middle of the pandemic? Sure, you can. With the right precautions, you can surely enjoy with your loved ones. Now, where to go? Every beach has its own qualities and personality. Below are our favorite beaches that offer a bit of respite from the crowds.
- Anne’s Beach
Anne’s Beach is named after Anne Eaton, a local environmentalist. It’s one of the best seascapes in Islamorada. There is a short boardwalk that leads through some mangroves with picnic tables and lookouts along the way. Oftentimes, its small parking lot is full, but there’s an additional one on the bayside.
- Fort DeSoto Park
With unspoiled wilderness that stretches through 1,136, St Petersburg’s Fort DeSoto is one of Florida’s best beach parks. It has 7 miles of beautiful beaches and even has a dog-friendly beach, extensive nature trail, and two fishing piers. Tourists can trail hop over 5 interconnected islands. Of its swimming areas, North Beach is the best one. It has a gift store, cafe, and picnic areas.
- Klondike Beach
Believe it or not, the stretch between Playalinda and Apollo in Canaveral National Seashore is as beautiful as it gets. This is the place to be if you want to be one with nature! In Klondike beach, there are no roads. It’s only accessible by bike or foot. Moreover, you need to get a back-country permit before setting off.
- Cayo Costa State Park
Beautiful Cayo Costa Island is located on the Southwest Gulf Coast. It is a protected state park that stretches 2,500 acres. While its ash-colored sand may not be as fine and white as that of other beaches, the warm waters are brilliant. Don’t forget to bring snorkeling gear!
- Dry Tortugas National Park
It’s quite challenging to reach Dry Tortugas National Park, but it’s worth it. It’s the United States’ most inaccessible national park and is only reachable by seaplane or boat. You’ll be amazed by the beauty of the place! Its coral reefs and marine life are amazing. Tourists can also tour a 19th-century brick fort.
- Crandon Park Beach
Located at the 1,200-acre Crandon Park, this beach boasts a divine stretch of sand that spreads around 2 miles. Crandon Park Beach is uncluttered by tourists and super clean. It is regularly mentioned as one of the best beaches in the United States.
- St Joseph Peninsula State Park
St Joseph Peninsula State Park is a lovely place — truly a fine slice of rare Gulf Coast wilderness. Tourists can stroll around its sugar-sand beaches, grassy dunes, and wilderness trails. Bladers, walkers, and cyclists can move around the Loggerhead Run Bike Path which stretches around 9 miles to Salinas Park. You can get more articles like this on Quikmaps website.
