Beach Access
From dune walkovers, driving beaches and the beach accessible wheelchair program, there are a variety of ways to access and enjoy St. John’s County’s coastline.
Beach Driving
There are approximately 12 miles of St. Johns County Beaches that allow for vehicular access.
Beach Driving Pass Information
Motor vehicles are allowed on designated sections of St. Johns County beaches. From March 1 through September 30, all vehicles accessing the beach must pay a toll and display a valid beach pass. Daily and annual passes are available for purchase at beach access ramps.
Locations of Vehicular Access Ramps
The following access ramps allow for authorized vehicular entry to St. Johns County beaches (weather and tide conditions permitting):
- Vilano Beach Ramp – Vilano Road, St. Augustine, FL 32084
- Porpoise Point Ramp – Between 431 & 501 Porpoise Point Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32084
- A Street Ramp – Between 1A & 2A ‘A’ Street, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
- Ocean Trace Road Ramp – Between 1 & 2 Ocean Trace Road, St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080
- Dondanville Road Ramp – Between 2 & 1 Dondanville Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- Matanzas Avenue Ramp – Matanzas Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- Mary Street Ramp – 5705 Gloria Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32080
- Crescent Beach Ramp – Cubbage Road, St. Augustine, FL 32080
*Please note that access may be limited or restricted based on beach conditions. Check out @sjcbeaches on Facebook, X, or Instagram.
Beach Driving Rules and Regulations
General Driving Rules
- Drive at your own risk and expense.
- Soft sand conditions may exist. Conditions are posted daily on the St. Johns County Beaches Facebook page, at each toll booth during operational hours, and at all access gates.
- Four-wheel drive vehicles are strongly recommended.
- A valid beach driving pass is required from March through September. Annual and daily passes must be presented at toll booths for scanning.
- All vehicles must stop at the toll booths for toll attendants to scan passes.
- Pedestrians always have the right of way.
Traffic & Parking
- Vehicles must stay within designated driving lanes, which are marked with traffic cones.
- Parking is only allowed on the west side of the driving lane, along the edge of the conservation zone.
- No saving parking spaces.
- The beach speed limit is 10 mph and is strictly enforced.
- Perpendicular parking is encouraged during peak times, including weekends and holidays, to maximize available space.
- Please note: The stretch from A Street to Crescent Beach is one-way southbound and requires a minimum of 15 feet of clearance for traffic flow.
- Tents and chairs must be set up on the oceanside of the driving lane (east of the cones).
- Sitting or laying within the travel lane or parking area is prohibited.
Traffic Direction
- Southbound traffic only is permitted between the A Street Ramp and the Crescent Beach Ramp.
- Both northbound and southbound traffic is allowed between the Crescent Beach Ramp and the Fort Matanzas Ramp.
- Fort Matanzas Ramp is EXIT ONLY. No entry is permitted at this location.
Beach Driving Pass Fees
Valid March 1 through September 30
Passes are available for purchase at all designated beach toll booth locations.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Resident Pass: Residents must present a valid photo ID with a St. Johns County address or provide proof of property tax payment within the County.
- ADA-Accessible Pass: A valid handicap placard or other acceptable documentation must be presented to receive the reduced rate.
- Disabled Veterans: Disabled military veterans are eligible to receive one free annual pass per year by presenting documentation from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs verifying disabled status, such as a VA ID indicating “Service Connected” or a letter.
Annual Pass Rates:
- St. Johns County Resident: $50.00
- Non-Resident: $100.00
- ADA-Accessible: $40.00
- Disabled Veteran: Free (with proper documentation)
Daily Pass Rates:
- St. Johns County Resident: $10.00
- Non-Resident: $10.00
- ADA-Accessible: $5.00
- Active-Duty Military: $5.00 (with valid military ID)
For more information about annual beach driving passes, please contact the St. Johns County Beach Services Office at (904) 209-0331.
Vehicular Access – Dependent on Beach Conditions
Weather, sand, or tides may cause ramps to temporarily close or limit access to 4 Wheel Drive vehicles. Daily driving conditions are posted to our Facebook, X, Instagram and the Beach Driving Updates webpage.
Beachfront Parks with Off-Beach Parking
Mickler’s Landing Beachfront Park
Parking: 202 spaces/ 7 ADA
Beach Access
- Access features a Mobi-Mat for easier access
- Visitors must cross approximately 30 feet of soft sand to reach hard-packed sand.
- Emergency vehicle access only
Amenities
- Restrooms (ADA Accessible)
- Showers
- Changing rooms
- Pavillion
Horseback Riding
- Permit required; verify permitted dates in advance
Lifeguard Tower
- Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Guana State Park Access Points and Parking (ADA)
Southern Access/ Exxon Gas Station
Parking: Approx. 60 spaces within a dirt parking lot
Beach Access
- Footpath beach access
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway. Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
Southern Access (ADA ACCESSIBLE)
Parking: 94 spaces / 5 ADA spots
Beach Access
- ADA accessible wooden boardwalk is approximately 180 linear feet with a viewing platform
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway. Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
Note: The ADA ramp ends in soft sand. Visitors must cross approximately 30 feet of soft sand to reach hard-packed sand.
Middle Access
Parking: 80 spaces
Beach Access
- Wooden boardwalk is approximately 180 linear feet with several stairs.
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway. Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
Northern Access
Parking: 70 spaces
Beach Access
- Wooden boardwalk is over 300 linear feet with several stair step going up and over the dunes.
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway. Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
Other Information: This is not a St. Johns County Managed facility. For more information, please contact the Guana State Park directly at 904-380- 8600 or visit the Visit GTM Research Reserve | Hours & Directions
South Ponte Vedra Recreation Area
Parking: 24 spaces/ 2 ADA spaces
Beach Access
- Northern Wooden Boardwalk Access with approximately 19 stair steps up and down the dunes to the beach sand.
- Southern access- Foot path access on soft sand
Amenities
- Restrooms (ADA Accessible)
- Pavillion
- Picnic tables
Usina Beach Access & Parking
Usina Beach Access
Parking: 5 spaces/ 1 ADA
Beach Access
- Footpath shared with Emergency vehicular access
Euclid Ave Parking lot
Parking: Approx. 50 spaces/ 2 ADA
Beach access
- Access at Usina Beach footpath
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway.
- Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
North Beach Oceanfront Park
CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Mussallem Beachfront Park
Parking: 48 space/ 2 ADA
Beach Access
- Wooden boardwalk is approximately 40 linear feet in length with 20 stair steps up and over dune.
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway. Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
Amenities:
- Restrooms (ADA Accessible)
- Showers
- Corn Hole
- Bike Rack
Nease House Park
Parking Spaces: 14 spots/ 1 ADA
Beach Access:
- Wooden boardwalk is approximately 145 linear feet in length with 27 stair steps down to the sand.
- Access requires crossing Coastal Highway. Please use designated crosswalks and signals for safety.
Amenities:
- Restrooms (ADA Accessible)
- Pavillion attached to Nease House
- Picnic tables
- Nature boardwalk to the intracoastal
Surfside
Parking: 35 space/ 2 ADA
Beach Access
- Northern Wooden Boardwalk Access: Approximately 50 feet long with 2 steps.
- Southern Access: Footpath shared with specially permitted vehicular access.
Amenities
- Restrooms (ADA Accessible)
- Showers
- Pavillion (First come first serve. No reservation is required.)
- Picnic Tables
- Grill
Lifeguard Tower
- Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Vilano Beach
Parking: 37 spaces/ 3 ADA (Additional parking throughout the area)
Beach Access
- Northern Access: Features a Mobi-Mat for easier access and is separated from the vehicular access area by fencing.
- Middle Boardwalk Access: Includes an ADA-accessible viewing area. Please note: The boardwalk has 14 steps leading down to the sand and does not provide ADA access to the beach itself.
- Southern Boardwalk Access: Spans approximately 140 linear feet and includes 25 steps crossing over the dune.
Vehicular Beach Access
- Access via Vilano Road (4WD vehicles only).
- Beach parking capacity is limited to 45 vehicles.
- No vehicular access is permitted to Porpoise Point.
- A ramped pedestrian access is shared with vehicular traffic.
Amenities
- Restrooms
- ADA Accessible
- Showers
- Pavillion (40’ x 32’) with electric
- To reserve a pavilion, visit: (Visit Special Events on St. Johns County Beaches – St. Johns County to reserve a pavilion with electric use)
- Shade Covered Park ground
- Amphitheater
- To reserve the amphitheater, visit: (Visit Special Events on St. Johns County Beaches – St. Johns County to reserve a pavilion with electric use)
- Water bottle refill station
- Changing rooms
- Sounds stage with unshaded seating
- Bike Rack
Lifeguard Tower
- Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Anastasia State Park
Amenities
- Windsurfing / Kayaking
- Snack bar
- Hiking / Biking / Nature trails
- Dune walkover
- Campground
- Restrooms & Showers
- Picnic tables
- Lifeguards staffed seasonally
*Driving is prohibited on Anastasia State Park beaches.
Other Information: This is a Florida State Park and is not a St Johns County managed facility. For more information, please contact Anastasia State Park directly at (904) 461-2033 or visit https://www.floridastateparks.org/anastasia.
Pope Road
Parking: 25 spaces/ 2 ADA spaces
Beach Access
- Footpath access from parking lot
Amenities
- Showers
- Bike Rack
- Beach Viewing Platform
- ADA accessible
St. Augustine Beach Pier
Parking: 211 spaces/ 13 ADA
Beach Access
- Southern Access: ~ 18 stairs up and over retaining walls
- Norther Access: 1 step to down to sand
Amenities
- Splash Park
- Playground with water features
- Pavilions nearby with picnic tables
- Showers
- Restrooms
- ADA accessible
- Gift Shop & Fishing Pier
- Check out for more information: St. Johns County Fishing Piers – St. Johns County
- Bike Racks
- Large Pavilion
- 84’ x 84’ (4,200 Square Feet)
- ADA accessible
- Rental information: Special Events on St. Johns County Beaches – St. Johns County
- 6 Sand Volleyball Courts
- Rental Information: Special Events on St. Johns County Beaches – St. Johns County
A Street Parking & Access
Vehicular Beach Access East end of A street
4 Wheel Drive Vehicle required to enter beach sand for on beach parking.
Amenities:
- Portable Restrooms on beach sand
- Mobi Mat Access on the beach sand just south of restaurant
Lifeguard Tower
- Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Parking Areas near A Street
Please note: These Parking areas are not managed by St. Johns County. For more information, contact the City of St Augustine Beach at (904) 471-2122 or visit Public Parking | Saint Augustine Beach FL
📍 Map Location
Location: Northeast of A street and A1A Beach Blvd Intersection
Parking: 19 spaces/ 2 ADA spaces
Amenities
Restrooms
Showers
📍 Map Location
Location: 2nd Ave
Parking: informal 40 spaces on dirt lot
📍 Map Location
Location: East side of Jacks BBQ Restaurant
Parking: 9 spaces/ 2 ADA & Motorcycle Parking
Ocean Hammock Park
Please note: This area is not managed by St. Johns County. For more information, contact the City of St Augustine Beach at (904) 471-2122 or Ocean Hammock Park | Saint Augustine Beach FL
Lifeguard Tower
- Located at Matanzas Ave (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Windswept Acres Park
Parking: 18 informal dirt spaces/ 2 ADA
Beach Access
- 0.25 miles to beach sand via Matanzas Ave.
- Will need to cross the highway. Please use the crosswalk at A1A Beach and Matanzas Ave.
- Ramped pedestrian access shared with vehicular beach access
Lifeguard Tower
- Loacted at Matanzas Ave (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Amenities
- Restrooms
- Playground
- Grills
- Pavilions
- 27’x27’ octagon
Mary Street Vehicular Beach Access/Gloria Ave Public Parking
Parking: Approx. 50 informal dirt spaces
Beach Access 237-foot boardwalk with 18 stairs down to the sand
Amenities
- Seasonal portable restrooms (located on the beach and just north of vehicular access)
- Proximity: Walking distance to Frank Butler East Park
- A cut-through gate is located south of the parking lot
Lifeguard Tower
- Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Frank Butler Park – East
Parking: 84 spaces / 4 ADA spaces
Beach Access
- 309-foot boardwalk with 21 steps (no ADA ramp)
Amenities
- ADA-accessible permanent and portable restrooms
- Outdoor showers
- Two pavilions (24′ x 20′)
- Picnic tables
- Two grills
Horeseback Riding
- Permit required; verify permitted dates in advance
Crescent Beach (ADA)
Parking: 104 spaces / 4 ADA spaces
Beach Access:
- Southern Boardwalk is 150-foot boardwalk with 26 stairs
- Northern Boardwalk is a ADA-accessible boardwalk and viewing area
- Note: The ADA ramp ends in soft sand. Visitors must cross approximately 30 feet of soft sand to reach hard-packed sand.
Vehicular Beach Access: Via Cubbedge Road (4WD vehicles only)
- Ramped pedestrian access shared with vehicular access
Amenities
- ADA-accessible bathrooms
- Four outdoor showers
- Three picnic tables
- Two pavilions (each 140′ x 20′) with electric
- To reserve a pavilion, visit: (Visit Special Events on St. Johns County Beaches – St. Johns County to reserve a pavilion with electric use)
Lifegaurd Tower
- Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend
Crescent Beach Overflow Parking
Parking: 30-40 informal Spaces within wooden fenced area.
Proximity: 0.15 miles walk to the beach
- Will need to cross the highway. Please use the crosswalk at A1A Beach and Cubbedge Road.
Green Road Access
Parking: Informal parking directly off the highway
Beach Access
- Boardwalk ( 300 feet with 99 stairs up and down over the dunes)
Amenities
- Bike rack
- Trash cans
Spyglass
Parking: 23 spaces / 0 ADA spaces
Beach Access
- St. Johns County’s tallest wooden boardwalk (267 linear feet with 76 steps over the dunes
Amenities
- Benches at the center of the boardwalk, trash/recycling bins, bike rack
Fort Matanzas Ramp & Parking
Please note: This area is not managed by St. Johns County. For more information, contact the Fort Matanzas National Monument at (904) 471-0116 or visit the National Park Service website.
Northern Beach Access
Parking: 19 spaces / 2 ADA spaces
Beach Access
- Ramped pedestrian access shared with vehicular access
Amenities
- Seasonal portable restrooms
- Trash cans
Lifegaurd Tower
- Seasonal lifeguard (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend)
Southern Beach Access
Parking: 40 spaces / 18 ADA spaces
Beach Access
- Ramped pedestrian access
Amenities
- Seasonal portable restrooms, trash cans
Other information: Fort Matanzas National Monument visitor Center is located across the street. Horseback Riding is not permitted within park boundaries. The area hosts an assortment of protected species such as least terns, Anastasia Island Beach Mice, gopher tortoises, and sea turtles. This is not a St Johns County managed facility. For more information, please contact the national park directly at (904) 471-0116 or visit http://www.nps.gov/foma
River to Sea Preserve
Park Hours: Dawn to dusk.
Amenities
- Very limited off-beach parking, just steps away from famous Marineland.
Other information: Very quiet beach with coquina shell and plenty of opportunities for wildlife viewing.
