Pope Road Beach Access and Parking Lot to Close August 10 for Equipment Delivery
- 7 August 2026
- Category: Beaches SJC News Public Safety
- Tags: 2026
Temporary one-day closure supports public safety remediation efforts
Key Points
- One-day closure Aug. 10: Pope Road beach access and parking lot will be closed Monday for equipment delivery.
- Public safety work: Closure supports removal of a cable buried in the sand near the site.
- Plan alternate access: Visitors should use other beach access points; signage will be posted.
St. Johns County announces that the Pope Road beach access and parking lot will be closed on Monday, Aug. 10, to allow for the delivery of equipment necessary to remove a cable buried in the sand near this area.
The closure is expected to last for one day only.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate beach access points during the temporary closure. Signage will be in place to notify the public.
St. Johns County appreciates the community’s patience and understanding as crews work quickly to remediate this issue and ensure the safety of all beachgoers.
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