Beaches of Florida

In Florida, there are two major attractions. One is the magical land that's home to a famous mouse and a host of other characters. But for many people, Florida's real stars are the magnificent beaches that line the state's coast. The beaches of Florida are second-to-none in the U.S. and each year, tens of thousands of individuals head to them for a relaxing vacation, or make their way to Florida for the winter, content to be dubbed a "snowbird".

With nearly 1,200 miles of coastline, Florida has a beach for everyone. Which you choose may depend on a number of factors, including which part of the state you prefer, what kind of waters ports you enjoy, and what time of the year you are visiting. Some beaches are family-oriented. Others are geared more towards singles or young couples. Some are favorites with retirees who live in or visit the state.

Some basic information about the beaches of Florida can help visitors make a decision on which would best fit their needs. This list is by no means a total list of the beaches in The Sunshine State. However, it will provide an idea of what the beaches in different areas of the state offer to residents and visitors.

If you prefer less crowded beaches than what you might find on Florida's peninsula, the Panhandle is the place for you. Certainly, some of the beaches here are fairly crowded and continue to grow in popularity, but overall – with the possible exception of Panama City – you'll find that these beaches are much more peaceful than many others on the east and west coasts. Many of these towns are favorites with Canadian snowbirds as well as visitors from the Midwest, since driving distance is less from the centrally-located states.

The west coast of Florida is extremely popular with retirees, but Tampa one of the fastest growing cities in the state - is also home to a younger population that frequents the beach on weekends. The waters of the Gulf of Mexico are warm and welcoming and many of the west coast beaches boast powdery white sand that's soft to the touch and never gets hot.

There aren't a lot of really impressive beaches in The Keys, mostly because of wear and tear from hurricanes and other natural forces. However, visitors to the region can check out the beaches in Key West, the southernmost island; those of Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key; and Sombrero Beach on Marathon Key.

There are a plethora of beaches up and down Florida's east coast. Beaches on this coast are quite varied and many are among the most popular in the state.

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